Swiss Brown Swiss cattle, the cows show their Sunday costumes
Alpine procession in Heiden. The Alpine procession in Heiden is a traditional festival that takes place every year in autumn. During the festival the shepherds and their animals return from the alps to the valleys. The animals wear elaborate bells around their necks and are sometimes decorated with flowers and ribbons. The procession in Heiden is known for its beautiful decorations and festive atmosphere. The festival attracts many visitors every year who want to experience the traditional Swiss culture.
The Alpine procession also has a promotional character. Now the farmers and alpine dairymen can interact with the people from the city and the surrounding villages. We now have the opportunity to ask them what life is like on the farm. This promotes understanding and gives an interesting aspect to meat and dairy farming.
Swiss Brown Swiss
The Swiss Brown Swiss is a cattle breed consisting of the two breeding lines Brown Swiss and Original Braunvieh. It is considered a fit protein breed in beef cattle and shows great performance potential in dairy (Brown Swiss) and dual purpose for milk and meat (Original Braunvieh). Cows weigh between 550 and 750 kg with a standing height of 138 to 152 cm, while bulls weigh between 1000 and 1300 kg. Brown Swiss are known for their longevity, rich milk, fertility and adaptability. The back mating with American Brown Swiss animals mainly resulted in the improvement of milk yield. Brown Swiss milk is very suitable for cheese production. It is rich in fat and especially known for its high protein content.
Other highlights in Heiden
Here are some of the top things to do in Heiden:
- Heiden Church Tower: The church tower is a landmark of Heiden and offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding area.
- Witzweg: The Witzweg is a 5 km hiking trail that leads through the beautiful landscape of Heiden.
- Henry Dunant Museum: The Henry Dunant Museum is a special museum dedicated to the founder of the Red Cross and Nobel Prize winner.
- Heiden Museum: Museum Heiden is a historical museum that tells the story of Heiden and its surroundings.
- Dunant Plaza: Dunant Plaza is a public square named after Henry Dunant and contains a sculpture of the founder of the Red Cross.
Those who want to take advantage of the opportunity should already reserve the trip in their agenda for next year. The OllO World team enjoyed the trip to Heiden and wishes a good week.
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