In spring, hundreds of cows move to the lush meadows at higher altitudes in the Simmental. Take part in alpine life with this exceptional rental. You choose a cow, get to know it during a visit to the alp and enjoy your share of tasty alp cheese after the summer. The start of a very special friendship.
In spring, hundreds of cows move to the lush meadows at higher altitudes in the Simmental. Take part in alpine life with this exceptional rental. You choose a cow, get to know it during a visit to the alp and enjoy your share of tasty alp cheese after the summer. The beginning of a very special friendship.
You can call a cow on the alp your own for one alp season and take home the aromas of the alp pastures in a large piece of alp cheese. For a moment you will discover life on the alp together with the alpine family and gain an insight into the world of life in nature, the relationship between man and animal, life without the usual luxuries, which is sometimes associated with elation, sometimes with loneliness, but always with a lot of hard work. The alpine family will welcome you in their open-hearted way and introduce you to your rented cow. Have you always dreamed of having your own cow on the alp? Here it comes true. With a half-day visit to the alp you will receive: - a certificate with a photo of the rented cow - a morning visit to the rented cow on the pasture or in the barn - a snack with alpine products and fresh milk - 5 kg of the best alp cheese (collection on site) Additional persons are welcome to visit for an extra charge of CHF 20 for adults and CHF 10 for children up to 12 years. With a full-day visit with overnight stay on the alp (further experiences for half-day visit) you receive: - a full-day visit to the rented cow in the pasture or in the barn - an overnight stay for one person - morning, lunch and dinner - voluntary help with the work on the alp Additional persons are welcome to visit for an extra charge, CHF 70 for adults and CHF 50 for children up to 12 years, including meals and overnight stay. Whether you spend half a day or a whole day on the alp - this experience is always enriching.