This exciting and eventful event at the Runster Mill, on the Sonnenberg mountain Naturns, fascinates young and old!
Accompanied by a guide, you hike slightly uphill to the Runster mill in approx. 30 minutes. Exciting stories and legends about Naturns are told along the way. Franz Fliri and Walter Müller from the Naturns/Plaus local history association will be waiting for you at the mill. Franz will tell you about the Runster Mill and its history.
If you like, you can also take some of the freshly ground flour home with you and bake your own bread rolls.
Suitable for families with children aged 7 and over, in case of rain the event will be canceled.
The tour is only in german language!
Strolling through the flea market? Browse for vintage treasures, retro finds and unique artefacts. The flea market takes place from 07.30 am. to 06:30 pm. on the Piazza Centrale in Monguelfo.
Explore the area in a very special way: on a carriage ride with Haflinger horses. Twice a week, Sonja from the Sulfner riding stable harnesses her good-natured blondes and offers an animal and romantic experience for horse lovers of all ages.
Duration: 1 hour
In case of rain the carriage afternoon is cancelled.
Sëlva/Selva di Val Gardena, Dolomites Region Val Gardena
Unique handmade objects! Craftsmen and artists bring their creations directly from wood, ceramics, fabric, leather, pressed flowers and many other materials! Each object is made directly by the craftsman who offers it for sale!
Daily between 10 a.m. -4 p.m. you can visit the mountain pine oil distillery on the Barbianer Alm on the hiking trail no. 15 along the Südtiroler Himmelstour/Cieloronda. Walking time from the mountain station Schwarzseespitze at the Rittner Horn approx. 1.5 hours. Language: German & Italian.
You take the cable car Rittner Horn to the Schwarzseespitze. Fresh mountain air and a wonderful panorama await you there. The hike leads over the blooming alpine meadows to the Barbianer Alm. There is the rustic mountain pine oil distillery, where the owner Meinrad Rabensteiner gives an insight into the traditional production of mountain pine and pine oil.
The organic product is produced in harmony with nature, fresh needles and twig tips of the mountain pine are collected in summer and processed in a gentle way.
In a fantastic mountain scenery and with the smell of mountain pines it is even easier to exhale and relax. Info www.latschenkiefer.it
Experience the magic of the mountains: “Mountain Moments” is a special event featuring stunning films and captivating talks all about alpine life. From thrilling summit adventures and personal mountaineering stories to breathtaking views of untouched nature – this series is made for mountain lovers.
Let yourself be inspired by powerful stories, spectacular imagery, and unique perspectives from and about the mountains.
Natz-Schabs/Naz-Sciaves, Brixen/Bressanone and environs
Dig up long-lost knowledge with our certified herb expert. Take a leisurely hike through the sun-drenched plateau. Interesting and entertaining information about local herbs, wonderful remedies, and the beneficial effects of everything that grows and thrives here round off this special tour! The taste of nature!
Welschnofen/Nova Levante, Dolomites Region Eggental
Guided tour through a private collection on the life of mountain farmers in past centuries, including insight into the history of the farm chapel and the family.
Time: 10:00–11:30 a.m. | Meeting point: Frommerhof – Welschnofen | Price: free of charge; voluntary donation for the MS association
Registration & info: by 9:00 a.m. on the same day at the tourist offices, Tel. +39 0471 619 500 or online at eggental.com/events
The event takes place even in bad weather.
All events start PUNCTUALLY; late arrivals cannot be considered due to the schedule.
ATTENTION: The Frommerhof is not directly accessible by car.
There is a parking area 500 m before the farm; from there, it’s a 15-minute walk along the paved Nigertalweg to the Frommerhof.
Parking: From the village center, follow Rosengartenstraße, pass Hotel Rechenmachers Rosengarten, and continue another 300 m along the asphalt road until you reach the wooden bridge. Just after the bridge, on the left, there is a parking area reserved exclusively for visitors to the Frommerhof.
Position parking possibility on Google Maps
Villanders/Villandro, Brixen/Bressanone and environs
Not only in the Sarentino Valley, the valley of the mountain pines, does the mountain pine grow, but also on the acidic silicate soils of the Villandro Alp. The power of this mountain plant is immense. The beneficial and fragrant essential oil is perfect for relaxing baths, for infusions and compresses, or as an ingredient in scrubs. In an aroma lamp, the scent helps to improve the room atmosphere.
Every Monday, a distillation demonstration takes place. All interested visitors can gain insight into how the mountain pine is processed into essential oil.
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of sacred art with Doris Kirchler during a guided tour of the small Parish Museum. In a carefully curated exhibition, you will find around 50 impressive works, including statues and paintings, reflecting 700 years of regional history. These artworks invite you to explore not only their religious significance but also the socio-political and artistic changes over the centuries.
The Parish Museum is located in the historic Gothic granary, a charming building from 1559, situated in the northeast corner of the parish garden. Since 1984, this lovingly restored granary has served as the Parish Museum, providing a unique setting for the exhibition.
Kids: up to 11,99 years free, ticket required
Accessible by public transport
ONLY GERMAN AND ITALIAN SPEAKING GUIDE
Thomas, the dairyman from the Kaserillalm, gives you a close look at the work of cheese production. Afterwards, you can enjoy a tasting of cheese from the dairy with matching wines.
Meeting point: Kaserillalm, Alm 5
Time: 10.30 - 11.00 am
PRICE:
Participation fee: 5,00 € - free of charge with DolomitiCard
Tasting fee*: adults 20,00 € - children (8–13 years) 10,00 €
Participants: min. 2 persons
Would you like to know our traditional costumes and our music?
During this evening, you will discover typical music and local dances with the folk dance group Uniun Bal Popolar Val Badia, accompanied by traditional sounds and melodies: you will be immersed in Ladin curiosities and customs.
During the event photos or video footage may be taken for the purpose of documentation and promotion of the event and the region. The footage may be used and published on websites, on social networks and on media in compliance with the data protection regulations.
Rasen-Antholz/Rasun Anterselva, Dolomites Region Kronplatz/Plan de Corones
How is a bee colony organised? How is honey made? Why are these industrious, seemingly never-tiring insects so important to us?
Our beekeeper will accompany you to the apiary (20-minute walk). Equipped with protective beekeeping clothing, you will have the opportunity to observe a bee colony and learn more about the creation and production of honey.
An exciting insight for young and old!
Sëlva/Selva di Val Gardena, Dolomites Region Val Gardena
--L rundenì dla Dolomites--
If you shout towards a mountain wall, the echo replies. This acoustic phenomenon is truly suggestive and Vallunga is the ideal place to hear the sound come back. During the excursion you pass in front of the idyllic St. Sylvester’s Chapel and finally reach Pra da Ri - a magical and inviting meadow to rest and enjoy the fascinating world of the Puez-Odle Natural Park. Just try it: in addition to the echo, you will also be able to listen to many other wonderful sounds of nature.
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Meeting point: Parking place Vallunga - La Ciajota (Selva di Val Gardena)
Price: 32€ | free for Val Gardena Active Partner
Duration: 5-6 hours
Number of participants: min. 1
Distance: 10 km
Difficulty level: ●●○○○
Altitude difference in ascent: 220 m
Altitude difference in descent: 220 m
Use of the lift: no
Period: July - October
Dogs allowed: yes (on leash and with muzzle)
Stroller: no
Clothing and equipment: good hiking boots, windbreaker, drink, snack, sunscreen
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*Public transport (busses, cableway, etc…) and lunch are not included and must be paid separately. A lunch break in a hut is planned.
Minimum age: 6 years
Any variation is up to the hiking guide!
Tuesday from 10:00 to 11:00 am
Mountain blessing Sarner Latsche - guided tour through the Eschgfeller mountain pine oil distillery and a journey through the centuries-old tradition of mountain pine oil distillation
Cost: € 7,00 per person, children up to 14 years free of charge
Registration is required: 0471 625138 or info@eschgfeller.eu
First there is a visit to the quaint little sheep's wool museum, followed by a round of handicrafts: we felt little figures to take home - and Helene has a lot to tell, about past and present.
Price 8,00 €
Registration only possible until 4 PM on the day of the event - Phone +39 0474 679581
Feldthurns/Velturno, Brixen/Bressanone and environs
for beginners and advanced with the woodcarver Herbert Kerschbaumer at the Thalerhof. Adults and children from 10 years can participate.
The material is provided, the participants are allowed to take home their elaborated work of art.
For further information and prices please contact Herbert Kerschbaumer.
Minimum number of participants: 3 persons.
Typical market with local, gastronomical and hand made products in the heart of the village.
During the event photos or video footage may be taken for the purpose of documentation and promotion of the event and the region. The footage may be used and published on websites, on social networks and on media in compliance with the data protection regulations.
The charming little market on the small Saint Anthony Square is just the right place to discover regional products and take them home with you. The local products are offered in a very special setting. The stalls are in fact set up on wooden buckets. Whether they are for yourself or for your loved ones - these gifts are always well received.
Market stalls:
- Blumen Inge Fiori
- Dolomite Officinali
- Elèna Kostner
- Honey Hut
- Lobis Adele
- Merletto delle Dolomiti
- Silvias Strickzeggerle
- Zirm
Olang/Valdaora, Dolomites Region Kronplatz/Plan de Corones
Discover our farmer's market "Hof&Hand" with a variety of local products. Come along to experience regionality up close and enjoy a cool drink with the farmers' youth of Olang.
Typical market with local, gastronomical and hand made products in the heart of the village.
During the event photos or video footage may be taken for the purpose of documentation and promotion of the event and the region. The footage may be used and published on websites, on social networks and on media in compliance with the data protection regulations.
Karneid/Cornedo all'Isarco, Dolomites Region Eggental
Experience the Steinegg music brass band in their traditional costumes on warm summer evenings at the Steinegg festival site.
The brass band plays marches, traditional melodies and contemporary compositions. So there is certainly something for everyone.
--Mulins y rojules sa Bula--
In the past, the mountain hamlet Bulla was Val Gardena’s granary due to its strategic location. Between three and seven farms built and managed the municipal mills in the gorge of Bulla. Guided tours of partially preserved buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries are used to explain how grain cultivation and milling worked in the past.
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Meeting point: Hotel Mea Via Bulla
Price: 32€ | 10€ for Val Gardena Active Partner
Duration: 3 hours
Number of participants: min. 1
Distance: 3 km
Difficulty level: ●○○○○
Altitude difference in ascent: 100 m
Altitude difference in descent: 100 m
Use of the lift: no
Period: June - November
Dogs allowed: yes (on leash and with muzzle)
Stroller: no
Clothing and equipment: good hiking boots, windbreaker, drink
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IMPORTANT: The mills are NOT in operation! The guide speaks ONLY italian and german!
*Public transport (busses, cableway, etc…) and lunch are not included and must be paid separately.
Any variation is reserved to the hiking guide!
Discover a variety of unique, handmade products from local exhibitors at the market and enjoy the natural produce from farmers in the region.
While you browse through the products on offer, atmospheric music creates the right market atmosphere.
Look forward to the variety and high quality of the offered goods!
Rasen-Antholz/Rasun Anterselva, Dolomites Region Kronplatz/Plan de Corones
Experience the fascinating world of the mill tradition and discover the craft of bread baking at the Pichlerhof in Antholz Obertal. Our event begins with an expert guided tour of the historic mill, during which you will learn about the milling process and how flour is made from grain. Afterwards you can look over the baker's shoulder: from kneading the dough to taking the fragrant bread out of the oven. Combine culture, history and culinary craftsmanship in an unforgettable experience.