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Yearly Bavarian Sheep Shepherd’s Parade. Mittenwald’s Autumn Tradition

In Mittenwald, Bavaria, on September 7, 2024, the village witnesses its annual spectacle as a sea of sheep fills the streets, returning from their summer pastures. The bleating herd, guided by shepherds, makes its way through the heart of the violin-making village, with curious onlookers lining the streets. Locals and visitors, some snapping photos, others simply observing, stand shoulder to shoulder as the flock passes through the town, their woolly forms nearly covering the entire street. Colorful buildings, adorned with traditional murals and alpine details, form a backdrop to the event. The village, which sees this tradition carried out for generations, comes alive with the movement of the sheep and the excitement of the crowd. As the herd makes its way toward the Schafstadl above the Groblalm, the event marks the end of the summer season and continues a tradition that binds the community to its pastoral roots. This celebration of rural life, marked by the movement of the flock through Mittenwald's historic streets, showcases the enduring relationship between the village and the surrounding landscape. The event serves as a reminder of the rhythm of life in the Alps, where history, nature, and community converge. (Photo by Michael Nguyen/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID	#11756720
Date Taken	7 September 2024
Location	N/A
Photographer	Michael Nguyen/NurPhoto
Category	Human Interest
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Michael Nguyen/NurPhoto

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