Almabtrieb in Kufstein, Austria, starts in mid September. It is an annual event happening in the alpine region, which stretches through seven European countries (Austria, Slovenia, Italy, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Germany, and France). The Almabtrieb (German language) literally means drive from the mountain. It refers to cows coming back from pasture to stables in autumn. During the summer, the cow herds feed on the pasture in the alpine region. And in autumn, these herds come down the mountains back to their stables. The cows are decorated elaborately. It is celebrated with music and dance throughout the villages.
In US, Trailing of the Sheep is celebrated with an annual October festival in Sun Valley, Ketchum and Hailey, Idaho.
