Dangerous Alpine crossings - The shepherds unafraid to take risks

Shepherds have been crossing the Alps with their animals for 6,000 years. That means climbing 3,000 meters in altitude, all while crossing rivers and a glacier. Called "transhumance,” the seasonal movement of livestock is now world cultural heritage. Along with 1,400 sheep, shepherd Markus and his...

26 min - Food & Drink - DW Documentary

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