The Great Desmontegada of Pedavena returns on October 3 and 4, 2026, for a weekend dedicated to the traditions of the Belluno mountains and the evocative rite of transhumance.
This appointment celebrates the return of animals from high-altitude pastures to the stables of the valley, transforming an ancient moment of rural life into a festival capable of involving locals and visitors alike. Amid the aroma of mountain dairy products, the sound of cowbells, and the mountain atmosphere, Pedavena will be alive with initiatives designed to showcase and rediscover the agricultural and culinary heritage of the area.
It will be an opportunity to meet local producers and artisans, taste cheeses, honey, and engage in activities that have always characterized alpine life. There will also be moments dedicated to the world of animals and the trades of the past, with workshops and activities related to the processing of milk, honey, sheep shearing, and herb cultivation.
The event will also offer the chance to get to know the centenary history of the Pedavena Brewery better by proposing guided tours of the facility. The most anticipated moment will naturally be the Great Desmontegada, when the animals return to the valley accompanied by the characteristic jingling of cowbells.
An event that preserves the charm of tradition and, year after year, allows for experiencing the mountains through its flavors, knowledge, and people.
