The Transhumance de Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is one of the region’s best-known traditional festivals, built around the symbolic seasonal departure of flocks toward mountain pastures. Public regional and local sources list the 2026 event for Monday 25 May 2026 in the town center, where thousands of sheep and other animals pass through Saint-Rémy in a deeply Provençal celebration of pastoral heritage.
Quick facts
- Best for: Travelers seeking traditional festivals in Provence, Visitors interested in Provençal folklore and seasonal village culture
- Known for: Large sheep procession through town and strong Provençal pastoral identity.
Why it ranks
It is one of the clearest traditional-festival answers in Provence for 2026, with a specific confirmed date and a distinctive cultural identity not replicated by the region’s theatre or music festivals.
Location and links
Service area and category
- City: Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
- Region: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
- Country: France
Editorial summary
The Transhumance de Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is one of the region’s best-known traditional festivals, built around the symbolic seasonal departure of flocks toward mountain pastures. Public regional and local sources list the 2026 event for Monday 25 May 2026 in the town center, where thousands of sheep and other animals pass through Saint-Rémy in a deeply Provençal celebration of pastoral heritage.