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from 140 €
Hotel Sand
Hiking - biking hotel | Kastelbell-Tschars
from 93 €
Hotel Leitner
Pure relaxation | Mühlbach in Eisacktal
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from 122 €
Majestic – Unique Spa Resort
Wellness hotel | Reischach at Mt. Kronplatz
from 166 €
MIRABELL DOLOMITES HOTEL
Luxury . Ayurveda & SPA | Olang at Mt. Kronplatz
from 205 €
WINKLER 5-Star Design Hotel
Design hotel | St. Lorenzen at Mt. Kronplatz
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from 98 €
Granpanorama Hotel Sambergerhof
Panorama Hotel | Villanders in the Eisacktal
from 125 €
Falkensteiner Hotel Antholz
Adults Only | Antholz at Mt. Kronplatz
from 252 €
SOLVIE Calm Inspiring Getaway
Sporthotel | Pfalzen at Mt. Kronplatz
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from 205 €
LANERHOF Relax & Active Retreat
Spa-Hotel | St. Lorenzen at Mt. Kronplatz
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from 65 €
Landhaus Fux
Residence | Schlanders in the Vinschgau
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from 118 €
Hotel Saltauserhof
Wellness hotel | St. Martin in Passeier
from 70 €
Alpwellhotel Burggräfler
Wellness hotel | Tisens near Meran
from 100 €
Hotel Tirolerhof
Gourmet hotel | Welsberg-Taisten at Mt. Kronplatz
from 255 €
Quellenhof Luxury Resort Passeier
Sport & wellness resort | St. Martin in Passeiertal

Homecoming of livestock in South Tyrol

In summer, South Tyrol’s sheep, cows and goats live on the idyllic mountain pastures. Here, the air is fresh, the grass is refined with Alpine herbs and the night is full of stars. In autumn, however, they return to the warm stable down in the valley.

The homecoming of livestock in autumn is celebrated all over South Tyrol when summer comes to an end. The best cows are decorated with elaborate wreaths, the healthy calves are crowned with flowers and the sheep are marked with different colours. The animals are welcomed with traditional sounds, farmers’ markets, folk festivals and applause down in the valley and get back to their winter home.

The transhumances in South Tyrol take place between the middle of September and the end of October. For instance, the homecoming of livestock in Terenten, organised during the “Terner Schmelzpfandl” event, the transhumance in Meransen which is one of the biggest in South Tyrol and the transhumance in Schnals near Meran and in Kematen in Ahrntal.

Other appointments for homecomings of livestock in South Tyrol can be found in our event calendar.

Current holiday offers

from 205 €
Alpenpalace Luxury Hideaway & Spa Retreat

Experience summer in its most beautiful form in the sunny Ahrntal Valley - your exclusive retreat for pure relaxation and glorious sunny days.

To the hotel
from 125 €
Hotel Waldhof

In a quiet location in Rabland, where Meran and environs and the Vinschgau valley meet and nature offers numerous possibilities.

To the hotel
from 160 €
Hotel Edelweiss

EDEL · SKY · SPA – New from May 2026! Relax at new heights: exclusive spa, panoramic pool, saunas and heavenly tranquillity with Dolomites views.

To the hotel
from 756 €
Wirtshaushotel Alpenrose

A holiday right on your doorstep: Ideal starting point for pleasure-seekers and sports lovers. Experience a perfect break from everyday life!

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Images

Simmental cows during thecuttle drive
Simmental cows during thecuttle drive

The cows of Simmental breed are among the most beautiful!

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Return of the cattle in Reschen/Resia
Return of the cattle in Reschen/Resia

Once returned to the valley the animals are returned to their rightful owners.

Ferienregion Reschenpass
Return of the cattle in Reschen/Resia
Return of the cattle in Reschen/Resia

The return of the cattle is an ancient tradition still alive today and cause for great celebration.

Ferienregion Reschenpass
Cattle drive
Cattle drive

The largest bell get always to the most beautiful cow that will surely be proud to carry it!

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Cattle drive
Cattle drive

From the mountain do not return only cows but also goats, sheep, horses, ponies and donkeys.

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Cattle drive
Cattle drive

Cows come home in shape and ready for winter!

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Cattle drive in South Tyrol
Cattle drive in South Tyrol

Even the calves are festively decorated!

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Return of the cattle
Return of the cattle

The farmers are always very proud of their cows!

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Traditions

Selected accommodations in South Tyrol

Berggasthof Häusler - St. Lorenzen at Mt. Kronplatz
  • In a panoramic location above St. Lorenzen
  • Rooms equipped with all amenities
  • Excellent South Tyrolean cuisine based on regional products
  • Family atmosphere and alpine style
  • Ideal starting point for many activities
from 63.00 € per night
Hotel Innerhofer - Gais at Mt. Kronplatz
  • Quiet location in the Kronplatz Dolomites region
  • Rooms, suites & apartments
  • Spa & wellness area
  • Regional cuisine
  • Summer & winter activities
from 87.00 € per night
Blumenpension Weinberg - Riffian in Passeiertal
  • Surrounded by orchards and vineyards
  • In-house bar
  • Panoramic sun terrace and swimming pool
  • Starting point for many excursions to Merano and the surrounding area
  • Electric car charging station
from 95.00 € per night
Steinerhof - Hafling in Meran and environs
  • Rooms & apartments with breakfast
  • Large lawn with barbecue
  • Fresh bread service
  • Possibility of helping with farm work
  • Hiking, riding, skiing and tennis in the surrounding area
from 43.00 € per night
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