If you want to experience real Tyrolean tradition up close, then on no account should youmiss this festival in Kelchsau. With its old original center this small village offers theperfect backdrop for the farmer’s market on the day of the cattle drive. Traditionalhandicrafts and Tyrolean delicacies make this day an event well worth seeing.
Begin atabout 09:00 a.m.
Most of the cows, however, don’t stay in Kelchsau but leave the valley to go on toHopfgarten and Itter. Consequently hundreds of cattle tramp through the Hopfgartnermarket enjoying a warm reception as they make their way home. At 11 o’clock the bandstrikes up and the first treats of the day are served, from typical Tyrolean specialities toprized schnapps. Stock up on local natural products at the farmer’s market andexperience a “Plattenwerfer” (disc throwing) tournament at the Salvena car park.
Craftsmen and women, proud to preserve their traditional working methods, are on handand keen to share their expertise. The festival is organized by the clubs and innkeepers of Hopfgarten, who are looking forward to welcoming all visitors.
Euro 40.00 WITH advance reservation at the info office of the Holiday Region Hohe Salve Hopfgarten
Euro 60,- without advance reservation
FREE OF CHARGE: Groups which can verify they are staying overnight in the Holiday Region Hohe Salve or have booked catering for this day (e.g. lunch / coffee break) can participate in the cattle driving free of charge. However, on arrival evidence by the landlord or Holiday Region Hohe Salve needs to be presented.