SWISS ALPINE DESCENT
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Alpabzug - a Swiss tradition
Until today I have unfortunately only seen pictures or videos of it. This year I wanted to experience an Alpabzug with my own eyes. So I got up early and drove to my destination . The farmers were already busy cleaning and grooming their cows for the big trip to the valley.
The cows were washed and cleaned from dirt - the ladies thought that was pretty cool. The bells were cleaned and polished to a high gloss. Then they were hung around the cows' necks and for the finale there was a nice headdress. The leading cow gets a very nice headdress.
Of course you may ask yourself if the bells are too heavy, too loud or even necessary. But I think sometimes you can let a tradition be tradition, right
The people and cows live together for a few months here on the alp and know each other. The animals will probably forgive their farmers for the somewhat noisy downhill run - for the cool life they were allowed to have up here.
For me it was something very special. It's so original, so simple and it just gave me a feeling of home.
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