What's going on?
Cows might be coming down from the alp, a band could be doing a soundcheck for a performance at the Stadtopenair. Perhaps the Klausschellners are rousing you from sleep, or maybe you're caught by surprise by a fancy horn sledge in Braunwald. Anything can happen in Glarus.
Top Events
Ride the Alps - For a whole Sunday cyclists take over the two mountain passes Klausen and Pragel. Motor vehicles may not drive the passes on this day. E-Bikes are allowed though, so there is absolutely no excuse not to join.
Zigairmeet - Spectacular air show at the airfield in Mollis airfield. Participation may be difficult here, but just watching should be breathtaking enough.
Sound of Glarus - Local, national and international acts share two stages in the middle of Glarus. Cosy town open-air festival with something for everyone.
These and other top events in Glarus are listed below.
Glarus traditions & folklore
The Glarner Kalberwurst is the only sausage that is allowed to have bread added to it. There is no anonymous voting at the Landsgemeinde, and children are allowed to smoke at the Fridlisfüür.
That is what makes a good custom, its uniqueness. Even when the cows come down from the alpine pastures in autumn, they are always sure to cross the main road in the evening rush hour - the cars have to wait, tradition has priority.
Here you can find more information about the dates of the alpine cow homecoming processions.
