Food events in South Tyrol

ATTENTION:currently, the tour is only offered in German and Italian On a walk together, you will learn all about ‘the poor man's bread’ and learn interesting facts about the cultivation and harvesting of chestnuts. Afterwards, you can roast chestnuts directly at the farmer's and enjoy a good glass of wine while learning a few more things first-hand.

ONLY GERMAN AND ITALIAN SPEAKING GUIDE Beautiful farmsteads surrounded by cultivated landscapes, the sheep “Villnösser Brillenschaf”, Graues Geislerrind Beef, sustainable agriculture, permaculture, beekeeping and traditional food. Guided round walk with sheep farmer Günther Pernthaler in St. Peter on the Farmer’s Trail. From Blosegg to the farms Gsoi, Maier's Paradies and back to St. Peter. Meeting point: Tourist Information Office at St. Peter Start: 9.00 am - return: approx. 5.00 pm Itinerary data: ca. 650 m difference in altitude - ca. 15 km - walking time: ca. 4,5 hours PRICE: Participation fee: 20,00 € - free of charge with DolomitiCard Tasting fee*: adults 30,00 € - children (8-13 years) 12,00 € Participants: min. 2 persons

ONLY GERMAN AND ITALIAN SPEAKING GUIDE Stroke and feed the animals, learn about life on a farm in a playful way, jump on the hay, make butter and take part in a milking competition. This morning, completely dedicated to the children, is an unforgettable farm experience. At the end, a snack is served with healthy products from the farm. Target group: children aged 6 to 13 years. Children must be brought and collected by their parents. Meeting point: Proderhof, Bergerweg 15, St. Magdalena/Villnöss valley Duration: 9.30 am - 12.30 pm PRICE: participation fee: 10,00 € - free of charge with the DolomitiCard Tasting fee*: 18,00 € per child Participants: min. 4 - max. 15 children

Immerse yourself in the world of Pfitscher and experience a fascinating wine experience. Surrounded by rolling vineyards and breathtaking views of the Valley, discover why sustainability is so important to us. Finally, enjoy our wines in an exclusive tasting session. This tour is not suitable for children. Dogs not permitted.

Join us for a curated journey through the heart of Italy’s Pinot Noir growing area. This immersive wine experience begins with a scenic walk through the sun-kissed vineyards of Pinzon and Glen — two charming wine villages. Along the trail, you’ll uncover hidden historical sites and hear the stories that shape our local wine culture. Designed to be both interactive and family-friendly, the route offers not only cultural highlights but also sweeping views of the landscape and the Trudner Horn Nature Park — a breathtaking backdrop to your day. After approximately two hours of walking and discovery, you’ll be welcomed into our cellar for a guided tour and a tasting of our wines. The tasting experience lasts about one hour and invites you to savor the character and elegance of our terroir in every glass.

A guided tasting of five wines from the Pfitscher Family, offering a journey into their style and winemaking philosophy.

A guided tasting of five wines from the Pfitscher Family, offering a journey into their style and winemaking philosophy.

Tasting of South Tyrolean and international Sauvignons in a relaxed atmosphere. Followed by a refined game menu.

Explore the Pinot Noir paradise, passing through the small villages of Pinzano and Gleno. Discover the many historical treasures along the trails, learn interesting facts about South Tyrolean wine culture, and enjoy delicious Pinot Noir. The trail is interactive and family-friendly, showing various monuments such as the Castelfeder ruin, the Caldivo Castle ruin, the Old Railway Trail or the Kiechlberg hill, the Ora waterfall and the Gleno waterfall. During the walk, you will reach several viewpoints from which you can enjoy a splendid panoramic view of the Alto Adige Adige Valley, including the Monte Corno Natural Park. What is included - Hiking companion; - Guided tour of the cellar; - Guided tasting of 4 wines.

Immerse yourself in the world of Pfitscher and experience a fascinating wine experience. Surrounded by rolling vineyards and breathtaking views of the Valley, discover why sustainability is so important to us. Finally, enjoy our wines in an exclusive tasting session. This tour is not suitable for children. Dogs not permitted.

The colourful fruit that blossoms and ripens everywhere here is legendary, healthy and of symbolic significance for our high plateau. The guided apple hike includes an educational excursion to the apple trees that line the path everywhere here, as well as a film presentation and, of course, apple tasting! Our certified apple ambassador answers all questions and serves up exciting facts about apple growing. Registration: At least 6 participants required, max.: 20 people Equipment: make sure you have suitable equipment

The smell of roasted chestnuts is an essential part of autumn in Scena. At Raiffeisen Square, freshly roasted chestnuts are offered – warm, fragrant, and delicious. Stop by, enjoy the autumn atmosphere, and treat yourself to a taste of tradition. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday in October

From now on: every Wednesday & Friday from 3 PM we’ll be roasting the freshest chestnuts for you – right in front of Bar Cremona in the pedestrian zone. With a glass of wine, a cappuccino, or simply the scent of autumn in the air – that’s how the season tastes!

For the 48th time, October in Völs am Schlern means it's time for "Kuchlkastl". With this culinary initiative, which is known far beyond the borders of South Tyrol, the dedicated restaurateurs of Völs have made a name for themselves among gourmets and connoisseurs. At "Kuchlkastl", the menu features down-to-earth fare. The dishes are based on old recipes, with chefs taking on the challenge of adapting them to modern tastes while emphasising their origins with wonderful ingredients. In autumn in Völs, meals are served with special care – a must for gourmets!

The golden autumn is showing its most beautiful side – and Laas invites you to enjoy it with all your senses: Hiking tip: The Kaiser Trail – a dreamlike route with breathtaking panoramic views. Autumn specials: Many local shops, bars, and restaurants in the village have exciting offers waiting for you. ....Events Sunday, 19 October – Törggelen Sunday Starting at noon at Gasthaus Sonneck with live music and good vibes! Reservation appreciated at +39 0473 626589 Monday, 20 October – Workshop: Fermenting Vegetables with Luzia Berger Please bring: 2 glass jars with clip lids, a cutting board, and a knife. Participation fee: €10 Registration recommended by 19 October at T. +39 340 6728165 Wednesday, 22 October from 2–6 p.m. Törggelen Delights at Venustis With freshly roasted chestnuts, homemade chestnut desserts, and new grape juice (“Sußer”). Wednesday, 22 & 29 October at 10:30 a.m. Marble Gourmet Tour – a treat for all senses! Includes a tasting of chocolates and pralines, featuring our “Autumn Magic” – fine cocoa paired with a fruity chestnut–cranberry mousse. Meeting point: Laas Train Station More info at www.venustis.it Friday, 24 October from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Foot Analysis with Birgit Seissl At Spechtenhauser – Shoes for Well-Being Appointment required at T. +39 345 0649861 Friday, 24 October from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. October Market at the Market Square Sunday, 26 October at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of Laas Thanksgiving Harvest Festival with a festive procession featuring the local band, harvest cart, and various community organizations. Come by, discover Laas in autumn, and let yourself be surprised!

Indulge yourself with champagne and canapés, lovingly prepared by the luxurious Josef Mountain Resort. An unforgettable treat for two – or a perfect pampering in the company of your best friends! Equipped with sumptuous leather seats and room for a maximum of four passengers, the elegant VIP Gondola is an exclusive feature of the Falzeben gondola lift. This most glamorous way to travel can be booked for two hours at a time – which you can spend whichever way you wish: Float through the snow-sprinkled mountainscape, clink glasses and cosy up in the lavish gondola, or park it at the peak station while you explore the surroundings and then hop back into your very own bubble of bliss.

During the Chestnut Days "KESCHTNRIGGL", everything revolves around the "Tisner Kescht" (Chestnut of Tesimo). During the Chestnut Days, menus in selected restaurants feature specially created chestnut dishes. The chestnut is the protagonist of numerous events during the Chestnut Days KESCHTNRIGGL. 08.10.-04.11.2025 Chestnut enjoyment in Lana 14. & 21.10.2025 Chestnut roasting with the young farmers of Tisens/Prissian 19.10.2025 Chestnut Festival in Völlan 20.10.2025 Chetsnut and wine 21.10.2025 Discovery tour through the chestnut groves 22.10.2025 Three castels in one night 23.10.2025 Kastanien-Kulinaria 24.10.2025 Bath in the woods and the energy of the chestnut tree 24.10.2025 Kooking class: chestnut, pumpkin and patatoe 24. & 31.10.2025 Brewery tour & chestnut-beer tasting 24.10.2025 Chestnut roasting with the ASC Laugen Wintersports 28.10.2025 From the pergla to the chestnut pleasure 28.10.2025 Chestnut roasting with the craftsmen of Tisens 29.10.2025 Between weed, chestnut and wine 30.10.2025 Chestnut groove, rosted chestnuts and "marende" (South Tyrolean snack platter) More details: www.keschtnriggl.it

Keschtnriggl - Chestnut days. The Chestnut Weeks and the Törggelen in Merano and Environs have been a South Tyrolean Tradition for years. Chestnut days in Tesimo/Tisens - Prissiano/Prissian, Foiana/Völlan and Lana gets ist Name from the "Keschtnriggl" - a hand-braided basket for Peeling roast chestnuts. For three weeks, a colourful Event Programme is put on for visitors: Chestnut walks, torchlight processions from castle to castle and the "Keschtnfestl" feast in Foiana, with Music, farmers market, chestnut delicates and traditional crafts. The aromatic fruit with ist spiky Shell, grows particularly well in Merano and Environs, and during this green Event has pride of place in the specialities of traditional inns and prestigious Restaurants, as well as in exquisite chestnut products such as sweet chestnut hearts, aromatic chestnut beer, hearty chestnut stollen, tasty chestnut spraed, luxuriant chestnut cake, fluffy chestnut bread, the excellent chestnut panettone as well as the noble chestnut praline.

Every Wednesday at 3 PM, we invite you to embark on a unique tasting journey! At our Wine & Spirit Tasting, various winemakers and distillers will showcase their finest products. They will bring their best wines and spirits, share the stories behind them, and let you experience the authentic flavors of South Tyrol.

Discover the current collection of South Tyrol’s first female master distiller, experience the authentic distilling process and taste select wines and spirits in the 14th century tower cellar. Ripened in the sun, distilled in a copper vat: at the Gaudenz Farm Distillery only first-class, hand-picked fruit finds its way inside. Williams pears, apples, grapes, Vinschgau apricots and quinces are transformed into the finest, single-origin fruit brandies by hand using the keen instinct of the master distiller, which, with their authentic flavour are a true delight for the taste buds. Christine Schönweger, farmer and South Tyrol’s only female master distiller, describes the path she has taken from a love of fruit, via the art of distilling, to genuine and authentic indulgence, with a guided tour of the Gaudenz farm distillery in the Gaudententurm Residence plus tasting of the farm's own spirits.

The “Törggele” season begins at the beginning of October and ends with Advent. On our hike we visit the Griesser Hof winery north of Brixen, in Vahrn. We taste three white wines (included) and get to know winemaker Paul, who grows and presses the grapes for his wine himself. The hike takes us to another farm inn above Brixen, where the hosts serve us typical Törggelen dishes. We recommend a glass of white wine from Eisacktal valley (meal and drinks not included). Duration: ~3 h | 10 km | ↑ 250 m | easy IMPORTANT: all guides are German and Italian speaking

Guided tour of the Bergmannhof organic vineyard followed by wine tasting Price 25,00€

Your guide leads you through several stations where she tells about winegrowing, landscape and history. On the way, at the Baron Widmann winery, in the vineyards, at the Castel Turmhof Tiefenbrunner winery and in the Cantina Cortaccia, you can taste 5 typical wines. The walk lasts 3 1/2-4 hours, about 50 minutes of which are spent actually walking.

The hike starts at the village square in Lajen/Laion. From here you walk together with the hiking guide Helmuth via Fonteklaus to Freins. Arrived at Petra's Honey Hut you come to the first tasting. Different honey variations are tasted and different products are discovered. All are self-produced and processed. Now it goes back to Fonteklaus where lunch is already waiting. After lunch we continue to Lusenegg where the taxi will take us to Novale/Ried. Here is the second stop - jam. At the Zinegg farm there is a wide variety of jams to taste. Afterwards the day ends with the hike to Lajen. Height difference in ascent: 300 m Height difference in descent: 650 m Distance: 11 km

Guided "Törggele" hike with guide Helena Graf, with a stop at the traditional farm "Obermoserhof" and a cosy get-together in the "Stube". Meeting point: 10.00 am Tourist Office Feldthurns, return: around 4.00 pm. Walking time: 2 - 2.5 hours, easy hike. Minimum number of participants: 2 persons, free hike for guests of member accommodation, otherwise € 10.00 per person (excl. consumption).

Chestnut enjoyment in Lana. Chestnut farmer Hans Laimer roasts local chestnuts on an open fire in front of the tourist office in Lana and serves them in hot paper bags, so you can warm your hands. Mon-Sat 2.30-7.00 pm.

Get in and let yourself be spoilt. With the Helmjet VIP Experience, you can turn your cable car ride into an exclusive culinary highlight. With prosecco, local snacks and the undisputed best view, you can spend an hour in the modern VIP gondola of the Helmjet Sexten and turn your cable car ride into something very special.

From 18th October to 09th November 2025, Feldthurns celebrates its autumnal cultural fruit: the chestnut. During the 28th Chestnut Weeks there is a varied program with guided tours, hikes, tastings and much more!. Discover pleasures of the chestnut from the rural cuisine and wine cellar at the period of the traditional "Törggelen". It is requested to arrive in an environmentally friendly way. HIGHLIGHTS - SAT, 18th October: Official opening with Törggele market - SAT, 08th November: Chestnut Market "Nigl" - SUN, 09th November: Chestnut Festival "Keschtnigl-Sunntig" You can find the entire program at www.keschtnigl.it

Upon Request: Let Klaus Lentsch guide you through the world of award-winning wines in a relaxed atmosphere. Not in the mood for a classic wine tasting? Then book our wine talk! In a cozy atmosphere, chat and philosophize with winemaker Klaus Lentsch about his wines and everything that goes with them. You will also enjoy 3 of his wines with fine specialties. Included services: - 3 glasses of wine from the Classic and Identity lines - Specialties from South Tyrol and Italy - water

Traditional dishes of Sarner cuisine at the inn Sonne.