A cheese share is a great way to experience the Swiss Alps and their traditions, enjoy delicious cheese and do something good for local agriculture at the same time.
What does that mean exactly?
When you buy a cheese share, you are essentially supporting local agriculture and the alpine cheese dairy. You become part of the "cheese family", so to speak. In return for your investment, you receive a portion of the cheese that the cows have produced over the summer at the Chästeilet. This is not only delicious, but also a great way to get to know the nature and traditions of the region.
What is included in the cheese share?
- Cheese: Of course, the main part of your reward is the cheese that the cows have produced. Depending on the type of share, a whole loaf of mountain cheese of 6-7 kg or a Mutschli of 1-1.5 kg. Our cheeses come from Wengernalp (Pegu Eichenberger and Frank Amstutz), Allmend (Fred Ameter) and Spätenenalp (Adrian Rubin). During the alpine season, you have the opportunity to visit the alpine farmers and perhaps watch and even help with the production of your "own" cheese.
- A dry sausage
- A surprise: There is also a little surprise. Something boiled down, honey, liqueur, pocket knife, or, or, or...
- Invitation to the Chästeilet: As a cheese shareholder, you are of course invited to the big party where you can pick up your cheese and enjoy the festive atmosphere.
Why should you buy a cheese share?
- Supporting local agriculture: By buying a cheese share, you help the farmers and contribute to the preservation of traditional alpine cheese dairies.
- Delicious cheese: You get high-quality, excellent cheese directly from the producer.
- Unique experience: The Chästeilet is an unforgettable experience for the whole family.
- Original gift: A great gift for family, friends, employees or as a customer gift.
How did it all begin?
The Chästeilet is not a new idea. For centuries, the mountain and alpine cheeses have been divided up among the cow owners at the end of the alpine summer. This tradition exists throughout Switzerland, and the best known takes place in the Justistal valley.
In 1999, a group of chefs from Wengen had the idea that a Chästeilet would also be a good idea for Wengen. In Wengen, however, cheese sharing is not celebrated as elaborately as in the Justistal. It all started with the first cheeses from Melanie the cow on the Wengernalp. Later, they also needed Melanie's colleagues to produce enough dividends. We still commemorate Melanie today by "committing" the shareholder to include Melanie in his evening prayers. 😉
Where can I find out more about this?
If you have any further questions, please contact us by phone or email.
Hinweis:
The availability of cheese shares can change from year to year. It is therefore worth finding out in good time.
