Cattle drive in Jerzens 2026 – Tradition, music & Tyrolean joie de vivre
As summer slowly comes to an end and the landscape in the Pitztal valley transforms into warm autumn colors, a very special weekend is coming up in Jerzens: the traditional cattle drive down from.
Festively decorated, the cows return from the alpine pastures to the valley. In Tyrol, the cattle drive down from the mountain pastures is more than just a beautiful spectacle – it is a symbol of gratitude and a safe summer on the , and is one of the most cherished traditions of the farming year.
Cattle drive in Jerzens – a festival for the whole family
On September 12th and 13th, 2026, the town center of Jerzens will become a meeting place for locals and guests.
The festively decorated animals are escorted from the Jerzner farm, past the Lammwirt inn , to the Jerzner mill opposite the fire station . Music and a festive atmosphere along the route create a truly special experience.
Around the town center, visitors will also find regional market stallsoffering local products and specialties. Local clubs and associations will provide culinary delights, including traditional Tyrolean specialties.
This is what you can expect at the 2026 cattle drive
- September 12–13, 2026
- Jerzens town center
- admission free
- Large village festival with live music
- Regional market stalls
- Tyrolean specialties
- Entertainment for the whole family
- Traditional cattle drive down from the mountain pastures with festively decorated cows
Warm-up party on Friday
The Almabtrieb weekend kicks off on Friday with a warm-up party featuring a DJ . It's the perfect opportunity to start a festive weekend together with locals and visitors.
Saturday: Tradition meets entertainment
A varied program awaits you on Saturday for young and old. In addition to the traditional cattle drive down from the mountain pastures, various activities will provide entertainment:
Face painting, nail driving, sawing competitions and milking competitions invite visitors to participate and watch.
At the market stalls you can discover regional products, souvenirs and handmade specialties – perfect for taking a piece of Tyrol home with you.
Musical entertainment will be provided at the parking lot opposite the Lammwirt inn in front of the church , as well as at the fire station.
Sunday: Jerzner Church Festival
The festival weekend concludes on Sunday with the traditional Jerzen church fair .
After the open-air mass, the Jerzens brass band a true Tyrolean atmosphere with a morning concert. In the afternoon, the weekend will conclude with a relaxed performance by another musical group.
An autumn weekend full of Tyrolean tradition
The cattle drive down from the mountain pastures in Jerzens combines living traditions with music, regional cuisine, and convivial gatherings. Especially in autumn, the Pitztal valley reveals its most atmospheric side.
Anyone who wants to experience Tyrolean tradition up close and spend a varied day with the whole family should definitely mark the Almabtrieb (cattle drive) in Jerzens on September 12th and 13th, 2026 in their calendar .
We are looking forward to a colorful festival weekend in Jerzens!
