Description

The Simmental cattle are a very old breed of cattle, and their history dates back to the Middle ages. They are a versatile breed of cattle originating in the valley of the Simme River, in the Bernese Oberland of western Switzerland.

They are actually among the oldest breeds of cattle and widely distributed throughout the world. Along with being an older breed, the Simmental cattle are also very important for being contributor to the creation of many other famous European cattle breeds.

Notable breeds which have been developed from the Simmental cattle are the Montbeliarde (France), the Fleckvieh (Germany) and the Razzeta d’Oropa (Italy).