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Next to the ring (Swiss Stories 2025, by Alain Amherd) - Swiss Press Award

Ein Mann bereitet am Nationalen Finale in Aproz Krüge mit Wasser für die Tiere auf.
Ein Mann bereitet am Nationalen Finale in Aproz Krüge mit Wasser für die Tiere auf.
Photo / Swiss Stories
2025

Next to the ring

Alain Amherd

The Stechfest (Stechfest) in Aproz combines tradition and modernity: mountain farmers in edelweiss shirts meet city dwellers with polished shoes. While cows battle for the title of queen in the arena, cultures clash off to the side. A look beyond the ring.

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Photo / Swiss Stories
2025

Alain Amherd

The Stechfest (Stechfest) in Aproz combines tradition and modernity: mountain farmers in edelweiss shirts meet city dwellers with polished shoes. While cows battle for the title of queen in the arena, cultures clash off to the side. A look beyond the ring.

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