Alpabzug in Bern: Switzerland’s Traditional Cow Descent Festival

Alpabzug in Bern: Switzerland’s Traditional Cow Descent Festival - Where and when to see the Alpabzug, Alpabfahrt and Désalpe in 2026, from Appenzell to Valais. A full calendar by date, an honest comparison of the options, the rules for standing near a moving herd, and the practical details nobody writes about: transport, dogs, cash — and why some descents this year won't run quite as they usually do.