Alpine Herders' Ball at the Passhöhe Inn
Years ago, the alpine herdsmen would invite people to dance in the middle of the alpine summer. Even today, the Appenzell string ensemble still performs with its original lineup.
Among the alpine herders’ events, the Sennenball is the most festive. It is held once a year at one of the local inns. The event opens with a ceremonial procession. Leading the way are two alpine herders jingling their bells. They are followed by pairs of alpine herders dancing the “Zaure” with their girlfriends in traditional dress.
Even today, the Appenzell string band performs with its original lineup, and traditional dances are performed, including the “Mölirad,” a men’s dance, and the “Hierig,” a love dance that incorporates courtship, conflict, and reconciliation.
Program
6:30 p.m. Doors open
7:30 p.m. Procession of the alpine herder couples into the restaurant with cowbell ringing, followed by dancing
9:00 p.m. Hierig dance
10:00 p.m. Mölirad performed by the alpine herders
11:00 p.m. Final dance
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18:30 - 23:30
27 July 2026