Transhumance Festival in Aubrac
The grand festival of the herds' ascent to the village of Aubrac
2026
About Transhumance in Aubrac
Transhumance in Aubrac — edition 2026
Prices Transhumance in Aubrac 2026
Transhumance in Aubrac — 2027 edition
The 2026 edition was held from 21 May to 25 May 2026. The dates for the 2027 edition have not been announced yet. This page will be updated as soon as the official programme is published.
Practical information — Transhumance in Aubrac
Access
The village of Aubrac is located in the commune of Saint-Chély-d'Aubrac (Aveyron), on the border with Lozère. The event is also linked to Lozère by the shared transhumance tradition.
- By car from Nasbinals (Lozère) : Follow the D987 towards Aubrac (approx. 15 minutes).
- By car from Mende : Follow the N88 towards Marvejols then the D900 towards Nasbinals/Aubrac (approx. 1h15).
Parking
Designated parking lots around the village. Shuttles on Saturday and Sunday. Accommodation booking is recommended from December due to the high attendance.
Prices
Sunday: €8 per person (free for under 18s).
Saturday: Free access to the Local Produce Market.
Contact
Official website: transhumance-aubrac.fr
Facebook: @transhumanceaubrac
Instagram: @aubrac_en_transhumance
Aubrac in Transhumance: A Unique Experience
Since 1993, the Transhumance Festival in Aubrac has celebrated an ancestral practice: the ascent of Aubrac cow herds from the valley stables to the high-altitude pastures of the Aubrac plateau. Historically set around Saint Urbain's Day (May 25th), this tradition is now celebrated on the weekend closest to this date in the village of Aubrac, a hamlet located on the border between Aveyron and Lozère.
The Spectacle of Decorated Herds
On Sunday morning, the decorated herds with flower garlands, wreaths, and colorful ribbons parade through the village of Aubrac, led by their breeders. The passage of the animals, accompanied by the tinkling of bells, is a moving spectacle that attracts between 7,000 and 10,000 visitors each year. The herds pass between 10 am and 3 pm, with decorated floats making a stop at the festival grounds.
A Tradition Recognized by UNESCO
In 2023, transhumance was inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, recognizing this "seasonal movement of people and their livestock between different geographical or climatic regions" as a universal living heritage.
The Local Produce Market
Under a large marquee set up in the village, the Local Produce Market brings together numerous exhibitors from the Aubrac Regional Natural Park: cheesemakers, charcuterie producers, breeders, artisans, and beekeepers. It's an opportunity to discover and taste the emblematic products of Aubrac: aligot, fouace, Laguiole cheese, Aubrac meat, and mountain honey.
A Weekend of Festivities
Thursday Evening
The festival begins with a discovery evening in the village of Aubrac, a friendly preview of the weekend's festivities.
Saturday
The Local Produce Market opens for the day. Guided hikes, musical entertainment, and craft demonstrations punctuate the day. A shuttle service is provided to facilitate access.
Sunday
Main day with the passage of the herds, the market, folk entertainment, and country meals. Entry to the site is €8 per person (free for under 18s).
Where does it take place — Transhumance in Aubrac
Transhumance in Aubrac in brief
History of Transhumance in Aubrac
Edition 2025 May 2025Other festivals near Aubrac
Festival-goer reviews
No review yet. Be the first!
No rating yet — be the first!
Were you there?
Share your experience with the community
Have you spotted an error or missing information?
Help us keep this listing up to date. Every suggestion is reviewed by our team before publication.
Festival-goer photos
No photo yet. Share yours!
5 photos max, 5 MB per photo (JPG, PNG, WebP)