The UNESCO World Heritage List recently recognised transhumance, or the seasonal droving of livestock, as part of humanity's intangible cultural heritage.
The practice is also carried out in Luxembourg, where herds of grazing sheep are shepherded across the country from spring until the end of the year, in order to help preserve biodiversity.
Three herds of around three hundred sheep each travel across Luxembourg's pastures each year, most notably in the summer. On 15 January, they will pause their migration for the winter.
Shepherd Florian Weber, who manages around 1,000 sheep, explains that the grazing animals help to link multiple habitats, spending up to a week in one area. He is grateful for the UNESCO recognition of a dying profession, and hopes its inclusion as a World Heritage activity will help raise awareness, given its vital role in maintaining the country's biodiversity.
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