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Alpine descent, highlight of the year 

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La «désalpe», el súmmum del año 

La «désalpe» resuena cada año como uno de los acontecimientos más significativos. Tras cuatro meses en las praderas alpinas, hombres y mujeres vuelven al valle al paso de sus animales. Esta fiesta es un homenaje a las personas que producen leche y se encargan del pastoreo de las terneras. Las bestias adornadas con flores multicolores avanzan al ritmo de sus cencerros. Las mujeres y los hombres visten el traje típico, y con un bastón en la mano mantienen la procesión regular del rebaño. El mercado y la música folclórica forman parte de la fiesta.  

Desde hace más de cuatrocientos años, la feria de los carneros en Jaun contempla el desfile de cientos de animales que descienden de las montañas. Los carneros son seleccionados y después vendidos. Sombreros, zapatillas de fieltro, chalecos de lana y otros productos surgidos de producción artesanal garantizan que todas las personas encuentren su pequeño recuerdo. 

The Alpine descent is of the utmost importance for the Pre-Alpine region. Humans and animals return to the valley after four months on the Alpine pastures. The festival pays homage to the herdsmen, who have assumed a lot of responsibility for the animals and for cheese production. Traditional Alpine descents of the regions of La Gruyère, Les Paccots and Schwarzsee are a feast for the eyes! The highlight is the procession of animals adorned with flowers and wearing their magnificent bells, accompanied by proud women and herdsmen in traditional dress. There is also a sermon, market stalls, folk music and customs. It would be impossible to pack more traditions into one day.  

In Jaun, the Alpine descent of the sheep has been celebrated for over 400 years. There are over 400 animals which, upon arriving in the valley, are sorted (separated) and loaded or sold. A large market ensures that no one has to go home without souvenirs. 

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