Farmers' Market with the Almabtrieb and the Church Festival

The Reith Almabtrieb in Reith im Alpbachtal is one of the largest Almabtrieb festivals in Tyrol and will take place on two Saturdays in 2026:

📅 September 19, 2026, and September 26, 2026

🐄 Starting around 12:00 p.m., the festively decorated cows make their way through the village back down into the valley.

🎶 Marching bands, alphorn players, cowbell ringers, and Tyrolean folk music provide entertainment.

🛍️ There’s a large crafts and gourmet market featuring traditional Tyrolean handicrafts.

🍽️ Visitors can sample typical Tyrolean specialties such as Kiachl, Krapfen, and regional home-style cooking.

🕙 The festival begins at 10:00 a.m. with the arrival of the marching band and a concert in the town square.

💶 Admission: €8; free for children 12 and under. Group rate for 20 or more people: €7 per person.

🌍 The festival attracts visitors from all over the world every year and offers a glimpse into old farming traditions and Tyrolean culture.

In short: A big Tyrolean folk festival celebrating the return of the cows—with music, crafts, regional food, and plenty of tradition.

P.S.: By the way, Reith is Andrea’s hometown. 😊 The photo shows her brother, who is also returning home here—from Pletzach.