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The "Bénichon" of Châtel-St-Denis is a traditional popular and gastronomical festival that commemorates the end of the harvest, the descent of the cows to their winter pastures and the begin of the winter time.

The "Bénichon" of Châtel-St-Denis takes place on the 3rd Sunday of October.

Enjoy the tradition!

From 19th to 21st october 2018

Friday
16:30 : Afterwork at the "Grand’Ours"

Saturday
09:00-16:00: Traditionnal Market
From 16:00: Opening of the "Grand'Ours"

Sunday
11:00: Welcome and dance of the town councillors with the band from Bulle
From 12:00: Bénichon menu, only with booking
15:00: Parade - with cows, float contest, alphorn, flag throwing, etc ...