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Meeting point: at the Mineral Museum
Museum visit: An introductory film provides a comprehensive overview of the origin and nature of the minerals displayed in the museum. After a 2-minute ride by private car and a subsequent hike (approx. 20 minutes) you reach the excavation site, where you will search for Geodes of Teis under the expert supervision of a collector.
Note: Due to Paul Fischnaller's advanced age, the excursion will be led by another experienced collector.
Tools are provided by the museum. Hiking boots recommended. In the case of drizzling rain, the tour will take place anyways. If it is raining more heavily the tour will be postponed or cancelled.
Participation at your own risk!
Duration approx. 3 hours
Price: adutls 22,00 € - children (6-15 years): 10,00 € - children under 6 years are free. Reduction with the DolomitiCard.
Registration and information: Mineral Museum +39 0472 844522 or Tourist Information Office +39 0472 840180
An unforgettable experience for the whole family: the Dolomiti Ranger program allows parents and children between 7 and 12 years to discover, in a fun and exciting way, the mysterious world of animals and plants of the Dolomites int the Puez-Geisler Nature Park. Led by experts, the young rangers explore on two adventure days a week the surrounding nature of the Puez-Geisler Nature Park.
Module 1: The discovery of the kingdom of the flora and fauna of the Dolomites
How can you measure the height of a tree without daring climbing? How do aquatic animals give us information about water quality? Together with experienced nature park rangers, the whole family discovers the world of Alpine animals and plants.
Target group: parents with children from 7 to 12 years
Meeting point: UNESCO Info Point, Zans
Time: 9.30 am - 12.30 pm every Tuesday
Path length: approx. 2km
Registration: within Monday, 5.00 pm
Module 2: A magical night hike - discover nature by soft evening light
Immerse yourself in the magical world of the night and learn exciting facts about the nocturnal activities of plants and animals. Which animals come to life in the dark? How do they find their way in the darkness? On an evening walk around St. Magdalena, children and adults sharpen their senses and experience the mysterious beauty of nature in the soft light of the evening. Join us on an adventurous journey and discover the hidden treasures of the night.
Target group: parents with children from 7 to 12 years
Meeting point: in front of the entrance of the Nature Park Visitor Center, St. Magdalena
Time: 7.30 pm - 9.30 pm every Thursday
Registration: within Thursday, 12.00 noon
Immerse yourself in the magical world of the night and learn exciting facts about the nocturnal activities of plants and animals. Which animals come to life in the dark? How do they find their way in the darkness? On an evening walk around St. Magdalena, children and adults sharpen their senses and experience the mysterious beauty of nature in the soft light of the evening. Join us on an adventurous journey and discover the hidden treasures of the night.
Target group: for parents and children from 7 to 12 years
Meeting point: in front of the entrance of the Nature Park Visitor Center, St. Magdalena (Trebich 1)
Time: 7.30 pm – 9.30 pm
Price: M2 adults 20,00 € - children 10,00 € / M1 & M2: 1 adult & 1 child 49,00 € (each additional person 10,00 €) / 50% discount with DolomitiCard
Registration required: within Thursday, 12.00 noon
The exhibition showcases the South Tyrolean section of the UNESCO World Heritage site. The photographs strikingly highlight the beauty of this landscape and its geological significance. The large-format images are freely accessible in the outdoor area of the Visitor Center.
On 6th August 2025, at 8.30 pm, the Teis Music Band invites you to an
evening concert on the Museum Square in Teis.
On 27th August 2025, also at 8.30 pm, the guest concert by the Gufidaun Music Band will take place, again in Teis.
Drinks are offered.
In case of bad weather, the concerts will be cancelled.
ONLY IN GERMAN
Feel the magic of the forest and its unique energy. The connection with nature gives us peace, clarity and new strength. Together with Renate, you will immerse yourself in the mysterious world of forest. Experience mindful moments in nature and let yourself be touched by the vitality of the forest.
Meeting point: Nature Park Visitor Center, Trebich 1, St. Magdalena
Start: 10.00 am - duration approx. 3 hours
Participation fee*: 40,00 € per person (to pay on site)
Participants: min. 4 - max. 10 persons
Register within the day before at the Tourist Information Office, P +39 0472 840 180, info@villnoess.info or ONLINE www.villnoess.com/en
During this guided tour of the museum, you will learn interesting facts about different types of rocks, animals and plants, and last but not least, about tourism and mountaineering in the Puez-Geisler Nature Park.
Tour in German: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Tour in Italian: 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Tour in English: upon request
We organise a trip (one-way) to the neighbouring Val Gardena to Ortisei/St. Ulrich every Wednesday until the beginning of October. In Ortisei everyone is free to decide how to spend the day. Our suggestion is a hike back to Villnöss valley.
Hiking suggestions
TOUR 1: Ascent with the Seceda cable car until the middle station. From there walk on trail no. 5 leading to hut Brogles Alm (ca. 400 m height difference). Continue on the Adolf Munkel Trail until reaching the meadows of Gschnagenhardt (no. 35 & 34) and via the hut Dusleralm to Zans (no. 36). Alternatively, you can also descend from the hut Brogles Alm via trail no. 28 to Ranui.
Attention: Panascharte is closed!
TOUR 2: Ascent with the funicular Resciesa. From there via trail no. 35 to the hut Brogles Alm. Continue via the Adolf Munkel Trail to Zans (no. 35 & 6). lternatively, you can also descend from the hut Brogles Alm via trail no. 28 to Ranui.
Start: The bus (line 333) starts at 9.00 am in St. Magdalena/Ranui. You can get on at any other bus stop along the route according to reservation.
Price for one way bus:
Adults 20,00 € - children (8-13 years) 10,00 €
With DolomitiCard 10,00 €
Children under 8 years for free.
Prices for the cable cars have to be paid separately on site.
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)
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Baking together traditional bread in a wood-burning oven is fun and not difficult. The farmers demonstrate step by step how to mix all ingredients to form a dough.
People are invited to lend a hand, and while the dough rises, they may discover the farm, the garden and the animals such as cows, calves, pigs and rabbits. Finally, the loaves will be baked in a wood-burning oven and, afterwards, tasted together. An interesting and exciting experience for the whole family!
Meeting point: Information office in Teis at the Mineral Museum at 9.00 am - half day - also in case of rain
The farm is 2 km outside the village. Please register at the office in Teis before you start and then drive to the farm by car or if on foot you should arrive half an hour earlier.
Price: adults 30,00 € - children (6–13 years) 15,00 € - 50% discount with the Dolomiti Card
Participants: min. 2 persons
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Over the Kreuzjoch to the Ladin mountaineering village of Kampill
Start: 9.30 am at Zans; walk towards Tschantschenon and Kreuzjoch and to Ütia Ciampcios (short rest), descent to Kampill, return to Villnöss valley by bus. Arrival by bus is recommended!
Route data: distance 10.5 km, ascent 670 m, descent 800 m, pure walking time 3.50 h
Please wear suitable mountain equipment.
Price: for free
Participants: min. 2 persons
Reservation: within the day before at the Nature Park Visitor Center Puez-Geisler or the Tourist Information Office.
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Out in the open children dare their first climbing attempts. The rock climbing park near the Adolf Munkel Trail is the place where our experienced guides teach the basics of rock climbing. Rock climbing is an amusing way to develop stamina and dexterity.
Meeting point: in front of UNESCO Info Point at Zans car park (distribution of equipment)
Start: 9.30 am - Return: approx. 4.00 pm
Departure from Zans towards the Adolf Munkel Trail (approx. 45 minuntes of hiking).
Price: 50,00 € per child incl. climbing equipment
Participants: min. 2 - max. 6 children
Children from 8 years only!
Please bring your own packed lunch and adequate mountain clothing.
Registration within the day before at 4.00 pm at the Tourist Information Office.
Everything here revolves around nature! Together we explore the animal and plant world of the nature park, play and craft with natural and recycled materials, turn wild herbs into delicious treats, and gradually get to know the nature around us step by step.
FOR CHILDREN BETWEEN 6 AND 12 YEARS ONLY
Participation is free of charge. Registration is required by 5:00 p.m. the day before and can be done by phone or email.
USUALLY ONLY GERMAN AND ITALIAN SPEAKING GUIDES
E-BIKE TOUR:
Tour to St. Magdalena and over the path “Sunnseitenweg” to St. Jakob. Onwards to Teis and back to St. Peter. Technical advice and instruction on biking.
Refreshment stop with a visit to a farm and tasting of agricultural products.
E-Bike hire on request
Meeting point: Tourist Information Office in St. Peter (Peterweg 10)
Start: May-August at 9.00 am / September-October at 10.00 am
Return to St. Peter in spring/summer at approx. 2.00-3.00 pm / in autumn approx. 3.00-4.00 pm
Route data: 25 km - 800 meters of elevation
PRICE:
Participation fee: 20,00 € - free of charge with DolomitiCard
Tasting fee*: adults 20,00 € - children (8-13 years) 10,00 €
E-Bike: 60,00 € (with the Dolomiti Card only for this tour 55,00 €)
Participants: min. 2 - max. 8 persons
The amateur sports club is organising a Tyrolean evening with traditional specialities and musical entertainment on Saturday, 9th August from 5 pm. For the musical entertaiment will play the "Carreras ".
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The trenches and caverns built in 1914, were intended to slow down or stop the advance of Italian troops. However, the trenches were never used for military purposes.
Embark on a journey through time with the “Teis Trenches Working Group” and discover impressive historical monuments!
Walking on the paths and trenches is at your own risk, good footwear is recommended.
Meeting point: Information office in Teis at the Mineral Museum
Start: 2.30 pm - duration approx. 1,5 hours
Price: Immerse yourself in history with this Free Walking Tour; your donation supports the work of the working group
Participants: min. 4 people
Registration within the day before at
Mineral Museum Teis, P +39 0472 844 522
Tourist Information Office, P +39 0472 840 180 or ONLINE www.villnoess.com/en
Exhibition featuring numerous mushrooms of South Tyrol and expert insights from members of the mycological association “Bresadola” (in German and Italian).
Excursion with a mushroom expert on 14th August 2025, at
2.30 pm. Starting point: Visitor Center (registration required).
An unforgettable experience for the whole family: the Dolomiti Ranger program allows parents and children between 7 and 12 years to discover, in a fun an exciting way, the mysterious world of animals and plants of the Dolomites in the Puez-Odle Nature Park. Led by experts, the young rangers explore on two adventure days a week the surrounding nature of the Puez-Odle Nature Park.
The discovery of the kingdom of the flora and fauna of the Dolomites
Target group: The family programme is suitable for children between the ages of 7 and 12 and accompanied by an adult.
Meeting Point: UNESCO Info Point Zans
Time: from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm
Price modul 1: adults 25,00 € - children 10,00 € / M1 & M2: 1 adult & 1 child 49,00 € (each additional person 10,00 €) / 50% discount with DolomitiCard
Participants: min. 2 people
Registration required: within the day before
Tirtler Evening Festival on 14th August in the schoolyard of St. Peter/Villnöss valley starting at 6.00 pm. Live music by Jaiter Tom. Enjoy delicious Tyrolean specialties like Tirtler and Strauben, along with tasty grilled dishes!
Dive into the fascinating world of mushrooms! Join us for an exciting mycological excursion with an expert (German and Italian)
Participation is free of charge. Registration is required by 5:00 p.m. the day before and can be done via phone, email, or online.
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Guided hike along the lower Günther Messner Trail
Start: 9.30 am at the bus stop “Abzweigung Afers”. Via the lower Günther Messner trail, the route leads across the meadow Rodelwiesen to the Peitlerscharte and on to the Würzjoch. From there to the Costaces viewpoint and back to the Würzjoch. Travelling by bus is recommended!
Route data: distance 10.6 km, ascent 642 m, descent 388 m, pure walking time 4 h; sure-footedness required
Please wear suitable mountain equipment.
Price: for free
Participants: min. 2 persons
Reservation: within the day before at the Nature Park Visitor Center Puez-Geisler or the Tourist Information Office.
The Volunteer Fire Brigade of Teis invites you to the Teis Fire Brigade Festival.
Saturday, 16th August from 6.00 pm with specialities and live music.
Sunday, 17th August from 10.00 am with specialities from the grill and concert by the music band Teis after procession, performance of the music band "Pfondbuam" and show exercise of the youth fire brigade group Teis.
Evening concert of the music band of Villnöss valley in the Culture House of St. Peter. The music band would be glad to welcome you to enjoy a musical evening. Free entry.
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Sunrise hike in the Dolomites World Heritage Site
Start at 4.00 am at Zans; ascent via Tschantschenon to admire the sunrise at Kreuzjoch, breakfast at the alpine hut Gampen Alm, return to Zans.
Route data: distance 8.2 km, ascent/descent 630 m, pure walking time 3.10 h
Bring a headlamp or torch, hiking poles and mountain equipment.
Price: for free
Participants: min. 2 persons
Reservation: within the day before at the Nature Park Visitor Center Puez-Geisler or the Tourist Information Office.
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Discover the colourful diversity of agates
From 9 am - 12 noon and 2 pm - 5 pm
Meeting point: Mineral Museum Tiso/Teis (for the whole family)
Price: adults 12,00 € - children 6,00 €
Piano recital with Jana Pernthaler on Tuesday, 26th August at 8.30 pm in the Culture House of St. Peter.
Programme:
Ludwig Van Beethoven: Klaviersonate OP. 109 in E-DUR
Frédéric Chiopin: Ballade Nr. 3 in AS-DUR
Robert Schumann: "Kreisleriana" OP 16
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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
Out of enthusiasm for alpine folk music and the joy of making music together, musicians from the Teis band founded the group ‘Teiser Tanzlmusig’ in 1997. In 2002, the ‘Teiser Tanzlmusigfest’, a festival that is still unique in South Tyrol today, was organised for the first time. Traditional, down-to-earth folk music, social get-togethers, local specialities and delicacies and a pleasant time are the focus of the event.
The event begins at 09.30 am with a Holy Mass on the festival square in Teis. This is followed by the performances by various music groups.
Everything here revolves around nature! Together we explore the animal and plant world of the nature park, play and craft with natural and recycled materials, turn wild herbs into delicious treats, and gradually get to know the nature around us step by step.
Participation is free of charge. Registration is required by 5:00 p.m. the day before and can be done by phone or email.
We will open the beehive together and tell you all about the importance of bees for nature and how they produce honey and wax. At the end of the tour, we will taste the liquid gold together.
Meeting point: Kasserolhof in Teis, Nafner Straße 29
Start: 9.00 am - duration approx. 3 hours
PRICE:
Participation fee: 10,00 € - free of charge with DolomitiCard
Tasting fee*: adults 15,00 € - children (8-13 years) 10,00 €
Participants: min. 2 - max. 10 people
