Viehscheid Oberstdorf (Schöllang)
Traditional cattle drive in the Oberallgäu
About Viehscheid Schöllang
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Cattle Drive in the Allgäu
The Viehscheid marks the end of the summer grazing period – those months when the cattle graze on the high mountain pastures. In Schöllang, a district of the market town of Oberstdorf, this custom is particularly traditionally maintained. When the animals return from the Alps such as Entschenalpe, Seealpe, Gutenalpe, and Käseralpe to the valley, it is a highlight of the Allgäu year.
The Festive Arrival
Around 600 animals parade to the Viehscheidplatz. If the herd has survived the summer without mishap, the animals return festively adorned with bells and elaborate headwear – a symbol deeply rooted in tradition. At the Viehscheidplatz, the animals are allocated ("divided") among their owners.
Festival Operations and Music
The Viehscheid is accompanied by lively festival operations. The Musikkapelle Schöllang and the Rubihorn Musikanten provide the Allgäu atmosphere in the festival tent. Delicacies, beer, and conviviality round off the celebration.
Two Cattle Drives in Oberstdorf
A few days after the Viehscheid in Schöllang, another Viehscheid takes place in Oberstdorf itself – visitors thus have two opportunities to experience this traditional Allgäu custom.
Viehscheid Schöllang — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Viehscheid in Schöllang takes place on Friday, September 11, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM at the Viehscheidplatz. Around 600 animals parade from the Entschenalpe, Seealpe, Gutenalpe, and Käseralpe Alps into the valley.
If the herd has survived the summer grazing season without mishap, the animals return festively adorned. The festival operations at the Viehscheidplatz are accompanied by the Musikkapelle Schöllang and the Rubihorn Musikanten in the festival tent.
Programme Viehscheid Schöllang 2026
Friday, September 11, 2026
- from 08:30 AM — Arrival of the herds at the Viehscheidplatz Schöllang from Entschenalpe, Seealpe, Gutenalpe, and Käseralpe (approx. 600 animals)
- If the summer grazing season was accident-free: festively adorned animals with bells and headwear
- "Scheiden" – Allocation of animals to their respective owners at the Viehscheidplatz
- Following: Festival operations in the tent with the Musikkapelle Schöllang and the Rubihorn Musikanten, Allgäu delicacies, and beer
Highlights Viehscheid Schöllang 2026
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Practical information — Viehscheid Schöllang
Getting There
Schöllang is located in the Oberallgäu between Sonthofen and Oberstdorf. Arrive by car via the B19 or by train (Oberstdorf or Fischen station, then bus). Increased crowds are expected on Viehscheid days – arrive early.
Admission
Admission to the Viehscheidplatz is generally free. Food and drinks in the festival tent are subject to a charge.
Tip
The arrival of the animals begins early in the morning (from approx. 8:30 AM) – if you want to see the procession of decorated lead cows, you should be there in good time.
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Viehscheidplatz Schöllang
Viehscheidplatz Schöllang, 87561 Oberstdorf