Traditions in Uri

Marvel at the bonfire up on the Gitschenen on the 1st of August, applaud the alpine dairymen as they tap their feet to the music at the fair, or see the colourful parade during the carnival with your own eyes - in Uri, customs are lived and cultivated. 
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Folk Theatre

Many municipalities of Uri have their own theatre groups. More about Uri’s folk theatres here

Folk Music

A great number of folk music groups are joint together in the Association of Swiss Folk Music (VSV Uri). More...

Association of Alphorn Musicians ans Flag Swingers

Members of this association appear at funfairs and processions. More... 

Association of Traditional Costumes Uri

The members of this association promote the traditioal dances and the costumes from Uri. More…

Carnival and Musical Bands

The carnival is an essential part of Uri’s culture. More...

Fair

The fair is a religious and festive highlight throughout the year. The municipalities celebrate services of thanksgiving and the people cultivate old customs such as alphorn blowing and flag swinging, folk music and the funfair dance, yodelling and cowbell swinging. More...

Pure enjoyment

Varied and tasty - these attributes characterise the culinary countryside of Uri. Adorers of traditional dishes get their money worth just as adorers of the exclusive gourmet kitchen. Dine in the cosy atmosphere of rustic venues or spoil yourself to a treat in a trendy, modern environment. Seasonal delicacies, haute cuisine or traditional dishes such as "Altdorfer Magroonäpaschtetä" ("pasta pie Altdorf-style") are being served. Fine wines, also from local vineyards, accompany the delicate food. Mehr...