Výstavy umění v Jižním Tyrolsku

The Association of Artists of the Autonomous Province of Bolzano presents a new project to explore the local artistic reality. The exhibition project aims to investigate the subtle boundary between dream and reality, a fascinating and thought-provoking theme. Through a selection of works by contemporary artists, the exhibition seeks to examine how the dream world influences the perception of reality and vice versa, thus creating a dialogue between the imaginary and the concrete.

Art exhibition with works from the artists in the gallery "GefängnisLeCarceri".

July, 5 to August, 18 Tuesday - Saturday: 10.30 am. - 12.30 pm. and 3.00 pm. - 6.00 pm. Sunday: 10:30 am. - 12:30 pm. (except Cafè Atelier Pinta Pichl)

Discover the Infopoint Steger Sawmill! Visitors can explore a Venetian frame saw from the 16.th century as well as the former sawmaster's house. In addition to these witnesses of Alpine craftsmanship anc cultural heritage, the infopoint also features various exhibition elements. These include a sound station for bird calls, a film booth, a visitor information system about the fauna, flora and geology of the Schlern-Rosengarten Nature Park. Free guided tours every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. in German & at 11:00 a.m. in Italian.

The exhibition ‘Mercanti si diventa’ was created with the intention of investigating the figure of the merchant, the protagonist and soul of the city of Bozen from the earliest times, and his evolution from a ‘simple’ shopkeeper to a full-fledged fair merchant. On a local level, this qualitative leap took place between the 17th and 18th centuries, thanks to the spread of innovative trade manuals, the growing importance of Bolzano's fairs, and the role of the Mercantile Magistrate. The exhibition, which was realised thanks to loans from institutions, public archives and private collectors, aims to revive the intense commercial activity that characterised Bolzano's fairs in their heyday. The exhibition includes a reconstruction of the studio of an enterprising merchant. The maps, paintings and guild insignia on display emphasise how important transport activities were for international trade. On display are some valuable manuscripts from the Menz Archive, which give an insight into the complex structure that underpinned the organisation of a market, and some rare printed books, veritable encyclopaedias ‘of trade’. The exhibition ends with an inlaid panel by Alois Delug, an unfinished work from the early 20th century and exhibited for the first time at the Mercantile Museum. It ideally sums up those atmospheres, giving us a snapshot of the past of Bolzano, a city of fairs and markets. Exhibition in Italian and German

The group exhibition Earthly Communities invites visitors to reflect on the farreaching consequences of European colonization of the indigenous territories of Abya Yala* since the 15th century. In multimedia artworks, eleven international artists explore the traces of colonial intervention in the environment and society. They focus on various areas: agriculture, urbanism, archaeology – as well as extractive processes that continue to cause and reinforce profound ecological and social inequalities to this day. Inspired by Achille Mbembe’s vision of an ‘earthly community’, the exhibition calls for a new, reparative attitude that includes humans, animals, plants, minerals, and spiritual beings alike. The works question the Western understanding of ‘nature’ and open spaces for alternative perspectives in which indigenous resistance, sustainable knowledge and a lived connection to the earth become visible. Local references – such as a return to earlier knowledge in South Tyrol – create a dialogue between global experience and regional responsibility. Earthly Communities thus artistically connects social and ecological justice. * Abya Yala is an indigenous term for the Latin American continent, that from a decolonial perspective, symbolizes living earth and cultural self-determination. Saturday, 21 June 2025, 5 pm: Artist talk EN 7 pm: Official opening of the exhibition DE, IT, EN, with contributions by the curators Lucrezia Cippitelli and Simone Frangi Welcome: Katharina Zeller, Mayor of Merano Antonella Costanzo, Municipal Advisor for Italian Culture Martina Oberprantacher, Director of Art Merano 8.30 pm: DJ set by AMAZON, Marconi Park, in collaboration with Coworking della Memoria Sunday, 22/06/2025, 11 pm: Curator's guided tour of the exhibition IT 12.30: Flows over unities - Participative action and food Performance, Luigi Coppola IT/EN, Marconi Park, in collaboration with Coworking della Memoria & BAU - Institute for Contemporary Art and Ecology. To mark the opening of the exhibition, Kunst Meran invites you to a varied weekend programme of events at the Kunsthaus and in Marconi Park.

Scenes of peaceful life of shepherds and grazing animals, of hard work in adverse weather and in mostly uncomfortable areas: the cultural history of pastoralism moves between these two poles. When people began to settle in the Alps, bringing their domestic animals with them, the post-glacial landscape began to change. The exhibition illustrates the steps of this development up to today's debate about grazing animals and their predators. Sculptures, models, games, interviews and videos on the work of shepherds together with their dogs provide insights into the cultural practice of pastoralism and the importance of shepherds, who not only protect the flock from wolves. Shepherding can in fact play a decisive role on the environment, biodiversity, animal welfare, climate and human nutrition.

A collection of the traditional costume "Rittner Tracht" from the 18th century to the present day. On Wednesdays and Fridays from 4–6 p.m. in the historic Commandery Lengmoos. Last entry: 5.30 p.m., Admission: € 4, free with RittenCard. The traditional costume has a long tradition on the Ritten/Renon, which is still cultivated by associations and organisations today. It is very important for us to preserve this living cultural asset for the future and make it accessible to a broad public.

Step into the enchanting fusion of art and nature at the grand opening of SculpGarden25 at Staudenparadies Seidnerhof. On April 12 at 11 AM, this exceptional exhibition will open its doors, organized by Art Circle St. Erhard VFG and Staudenparadies Seidnerhof. Witness a unique presentation where 23 talented artists will showcase over 60 sculptures and installations, beautifully embedded in the idyllic garden landscape of Staudenparadies. A highlight of the opening event will be the welcoming toast, where you’ll have the chance to engage with the artists, learn more about the creation of their works, the ideas behind the installations, and the interplay of light, nature, and art. These conversations promise to deliver captivating insights and inspiring encounters. Art isn’t limited to the opening day: from April 12 to October 25, visitors can experience a dynamic exhibition that evolves with the interplay of light, shadows, and nature. A rich program of accompanying events adds to the charm, featuring concerts, engaging readings, and the convivial Aperitivo Lungo. SculpGarden25 invites you to explore art and nature in a completely new way. Let yourself be inspired and enjoy the creative diversity of this extraordinary event that celebrates the harmony between culture and landscape. Be there as art comes to life amidst flourishing nature, creating a unique experience for all the senses!

The historical escape routes of Michael Gaismair and his army in 1525/26 as well as more recent escape routes from the 20th/21st century, which are shown in the exhibition in the form of pictures and photographs, are geographically divided into two presentation locations to the west and east of Bruneck: at LUMEN. Museum of Mountain Photography at Kronplatz focuses on Graubünden/Gadertal/Padua and Karwendel/Pyrenees/Western Alps, while at Museum Burg Heinfels the focus is on Zillertal/Salzburg/East Tyrol and Krimmler Tauern/Strandzha Mountains/Kurdistan. Curators of the exhibition: Dr. Richard Piock, President of the association Tiroler Photoarchiv TAP Dr. Martin Kofler, Director at Tiroler Photoarchiv TAP Partners: Tiroler Archiv für photographische Dokumentation und Kunst (TAP) Museum Burg Heinfels

The wolf is back! - A human exhibition The return of the wolf raises old and new questions: How much wilderness can the densely populated alpine region tolerate? What does this mean for our relationship with the wolf? How does the predator's presence change our landscapes, herds, and ourselves? The current wolf debate shows that it is not just about the wolf. This exhibition, curated by the Alpine Museum of Switzerland, looks at people and their relationship with the wolf. It shows the situation up to 2017, with people who deal with this animal by profession recounting their experiences. Many parallels can be drawn between Switzerland, which is characterized by an alpine landscape, and South Tyrol. In comparison, there are data from South Tyrol and the latest information on the wolf situation from the Office for Wildlife Management in South Tyrol.

From the Ladin Museum we set off together to discover SMACH Val dl'Ert (Art Valley), an open-air sculpture park which in 2023 has one of the special mentions in the National Landscape Award sponsored by the Italian Ministry of Culture. Along the path you will see more than 25 works of art set in an alpine forest, among the fir trees and pastures of a stretch of unspoilt nature. This is a permanent exhibition of sculptures acquired as a result of the SMACH art competition, the Dolomites Biennale. After the guided tour in the Val dl’Ert you can independently visit the Ladin Museum where you can immerse yourself in the history, culture and traditions of the Ladin people. Itinerary: Museum Ladin Ciastel de Tor – SMACH. Val dl'Ert Difficulty: easy Meeting: 10.00 a.m. San Martino – Museum Ladin Ciastel de Tor Duration: approx. 2 hours Altitude diff.: ↑↓ approx. 260 m Distance: approx. 4 km The trail is not suitable for people with mobility disabilities, nor for wheelchairs or strollers.

Guided tour of the Niederlana parish church with the Schnatterpeck altar. A first church was built on this site in the early Middle Ages on Roman foundations. In 1492, the present late Gothic wall pillar church was consecrated. Josef Weingartner counts it among the "most beautiful Gothic churches in the country" in his "Art Monuments of South Tyrol". The Gothic winged altar from the workshop of Hans Schnattpereck is a work of art that is known far beyond the borders of the province. Information and registration for group tours: Mrs Gruber Ida - Mobile +39 333 434 259 6 / gruber.ida@alice.it

The red deer is one of the most majestic inhabitants of our forests. This special exhibition sheds light on its behavior, habitat and traits. (Note: The exhibition texts are in German and Italian)

The small but fine School Museum at Tagusens shows visitors and interested people the life of the pupils between the years 1933 and 1993 and is a unique collection of furnishings and teaching documents that have been preserved on site. The school life in Tagusens did not mean an encounter with the "foreign" world for the "ABC-Shooters". The children in the lonely place knew each other, only the teacher changed year after year. Furnishings and teaching objects were less worn than elsewhere and thus remained intact. Nostalgic feelings and memories are certainly not absent here and seduce to a bygone era. The school museum is open every Wednesday and Friday from 14:00-18:00 and every Sunday from 10:00-18:00. You do not need to register for a visit.

Visit one of the oldest preserved churches in Europe. The small church of St Benedict from the 8th century AD has Carolingian wall paintings inside, which are among the oldest frescoes in Western Europe. A building from the 8th century. The Romanesque tower dates from the 12th century. The paintings and Carolingian frescoes inside are among the oldest in the entire German-speaking world. The church harbours the world's only portrait of a Frankish landlord. Opening times: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 10:00 am - 11:30 am Closed on Sundays and public holidays Guided tours (only in German or Italian): Monday and Wednesday at 2.00 pm (German) and 2.45 pm (Italian) Friday at 10:00 am (German) and 10.45 am (Italian) Price: €1.80 per person; with guided tour €3.00 per person Lake Resia Guest Pass holders have admission to the church included every Saturday. The valid Lake Resia Guest Pass must be shown in order to use this service as an inclusive service. Further information: Information office Mals, Tel. +39 0473 831 190

The Church of Santa Maddalena in Prazöll is open to visitors every Friday and Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, from early April to the end of October. For guided tours or more information, please contact the Azienda di Soggiorno e Turismo.

The special exhibition to mark the 800th anniversary of the Castle of Taufers focuses on a medieval and social theme: the relationship between the nobility and the peasantry. The exhibition, curated by Marie Rubner and the Südtiroler Burgeninstitut, can be seen at Castle Taufers from April 18 to November 2, 2025.
The beginning of the 16th century was characterized by social, economic and religious changes. Serfdom severely restricted the rights of the lower classes and forced them to pay additional taxes to aristocratic feudal lords and the clergy. In 1525, the call for equality, justice and freedom grew louder and louder. Discontent soon turned violent and the Peasants’ War broke out like wildfire in Central Europe. 2025 marks the 500th anniversary of the beginning of the peasant revolt. To mark the anniversary, the exhibition “500 Years: Peasants‘ War - Striving for Freedom” allows visitors to immerse themselves in the history of this period.

Born from the collaboration of Palais Mamming Museum with Brunnenburg and the Merano Academy, the exhibition tells the story of a woman, the work of a poetess, Mary de Rachewiltz, who turns 100 this year. The story of a life woven with the simple everyday and the intellectual richness of literary circles, universities, publishing houses and libraries in Europe and America, friendships with writers, poets and artists. It is the story of a woman who knew how to be both “peasant” and “princess,” who knew how to speak, dream, and compose in Tyrolean dialect, Italian and English. The sugar maples at the entrance of the museum, a gift from her father/poet years before, symbolize Mary’s Dream, a dream that connects the lush rural world to that of literature and poetry.

In addition to the permanent exhibitions ‘The discovery of Ötzi’ and ‘Primitive? Skilled!’, the archeoParc in Madonna di Senales presents a small photo exhibition every year in the museum’s cafeteria. This year’s edition features works by the young hunter Simone Santer: photographs of animals, plants, and landscapes. EXHIBITION PERIOD 30th April - 02nd November 2025 from 12 p.m. - 16:30 p.m. at the archeoParc.

In addition to the permanent exhibitions ‘The Ötzi Find’ and ‘Flora, Fauna, Man’, the archeoParc in Unser Frau presents a small special exhibition every year. This year's edition is called ‘Glaciers and Me’ and is dedicated to two artistic positions on the topic to mark the Year of Glaciers: paintings by Jessie Pitt (Melbourne/Längenfeld) and photographs by Daniela Brugger (Karthaus) together with texts by glaciologist Georg Kaser (Karthaus) invite visitors to discover and reflect. EXHIBITION OPENING ‘GLACIERS AND ME’ at the archeoParc on 12 April 2025 at 18:00. open daily from 10:00-17:00

In the second half of the 19th century, running a business, practicing a skilled trade, or, least of all, being an alpinist was far from easy if you were a woman. The period between 1865 and 1914 saw numerous wives of photographers active in mountaineering and mountain photography, and it would not be possible to include them all in this exhibition. Instead, four women photographers were selected to represent the group in this exhibition. Among them, Elizabeth Whitshed Main takes a special place as an outstanding photographer, alpinist, and the founder of winter alpinism in general and winter tourism in the region of Engadin, Switzerland, in particular. The exhibition also features works by Gertrude Bell, Eleonore Noll-Hasenclever, and Una Cameron, three distinguished alpinists, travel journalists, and women’s rights activists. The life and work of these four pioneers of mountain photography are exhibited in rotation. Una May Cameron is currently being exhibited. Curator: Richard Piock (TAP – Süd) An exhibition in cooperation with Soroptimist Club Pustertal and TAP - Süd

*1970 in Bolzano/Bozen (Italy), independent artist. Studio house for sculpture, public art interventions, drawing and painting in the historic Fundneyt residence near Klausen/Chiusa (Dolomites, Italy). Teaches and lectures at various universities. His works can be found in numerous international public and private collections.

South Tyrolean artist Elisabeth Oberrauch is well-known for her artworks made from handmade paper. In this exhibition, she displays highlights from her previous work and presents new creations inspired by pharmaceutical and medical themes. Her artistic works accompany and support the Brixen Pharmacy Museum on its journey towards a harmonious combination of architecture, art and pharmacy.

The combined guided tours of the entire museum and the cathedral complex (cathedral, cloister and baptistery) take place alternately in German and Italian from Tuesday to Friday (except on public holidays). Tuesdays and Thursdays: in German at 3 p.m. Wednesday and Friday in Italian at 3 p.m. Duration: approx. 1.5 hours Price: € 5,- p.p. (excluding museum entrance)

ONLY FOR BOLZANO BOZEN CARD UND BOLZANO BOZEN CARD MOBILITY Entry at the Mercantilemuseum of Bolzano Special price of 4,00 € for adults, free of charge for kids between 6 and 14 years of age Opening hours: from Monday to Saturday from 10 AM till 12:30 AM on Thursdays from 10 AM till 1 PM and from 2 PM till 4 PM Closed on Sundays and Holidays, also on the 16th of August and 27th of December 2025 TICKET SALES ONLY ONLINE

The permanent exhibition of Walter Senn gives an overview of his rich work of 50 years. Open every Friday afternoon or by appointment Tel. +39 348 8995768, www.senn.it

Opening: THOMAS BIASOTTO - MASSIV Soft Opening: PETER SENONER - PEAKADILLY CHAPTER02 12/07/2025 11:00 a.m. LUMEN. Museum of mountain photography, Kronplatz/Plan de Corones, Bruneck/Brunico, Southtyrol Registration needed. Click link below to register! Registration also includes the cable car ticket. Registration deadline: 11/07/2025, 15:00 p.m. (after that, registrations can only be accepted for participation in the exhibition opening, NOT for the cable car). The event will be held in german language.

On July 12, 2025 at 6 PM, the newly renovated barn at Hotel Amazonas will reopen with a special event: Gerd Sulzenbacher will give a German-language reading from his debut book “Abriss” (Engeler Verlag, 2025), accompanied by a soundscape and live set by sound artist Hannes Hoelzl. At the same time, an exhibition will open featuring works by Aaa Biczysko, Arnold Holzknecht, Margareth Kaserer, Clara Mayr, Alexander Wierer, and TETA (Jörg Zemmler). The barn, long abandoned and damaged, is now filled with light and ready for new life. The invited artists have passed through, worked in, or been connected to Hotel Amazonas in recent months – their works speak of transitions, cracks, and new beginnings. Sulzenbacher’s reading moves through a drifting urban life with wit and depth, while Hoelzl’s music opens the space sonically – first experimental, then dense and immersive. A crack still runs through the foundation, but the roof holds. The lightning has passed, wildflowers bloom – and with them, life returns. Supported by the Autonomous Province of Bolzano – Department of German Culture.

The World Bodypainting Festival (WBF) is coming to Sterzing / Vipiteno in South Tyrol! For 28 years, the World Bodypainting Festival (WBF) has been the most important event in the international bodypainting scene. The only World Award event in 2025 will be the Camouflage Bodypainting category, taking place on July 12 and 13, 2025, in Sterzing. For many years, this competition has celebrated the art of optical illusion, where artists masterfully blend painted bodies into their surroundings. The growing enthusiasm for this category has led to an expansion to a two-day competition, giving more artists the chance to showcase their talents. The picturesque alpine town Sterzing, provides the perfect setting for this event. With its historic alleys, medieval towers, and breathtaking mountain landscapes, the town transforms into an open-air gallery. The peaceful atmosphere allows artists to fully focus on their craft, while visitors can enjoy a unique and immersive experience.Starting July 10, 2025, special side events, including workshops and networking gatherings, will help prepare participants for the competition and foster creative exchange. Sterzing is also home to the internationally renowned, multiple world body painting champion Johannes Stötter. Website: www.bodypainting-festival.com