Conferences and lectures in South Tyrol

This free webinar marks the conclusion of our 2025 virtual study tour, organized within the framework of the South Tyrolean Working Group of the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage Tourism Associations by the Provincial Department for Nature, Landscape and Spatial Development – “UNESCO” section – and IDM South Tyrol. After inspiring stops in the Canary Islands and Mauritius, the final stage takes us to Iceland – a land shaped by volcanism, glaciers, and vast open plains. At the center stands Thingvellir National Park, Iceland’s most visited protected area – and a site with its own unique challenges. Our keynote speaker, Einar Á.E. Sæmundsen, Director of the National Park, will share insights into visitor management strategies, infrastructure measures, and communication with guests. Particularly fascinating is the role of rangers as mediators between nature and the public. The park faces issues familiar to many protected areas in the Alps: highly concentrated visitor flows, limited trail networks, and increasing pressure from cruise tourism. Proximity to Reykjavík makes Thingvellir both highly accessible and especially sensitive. A key topic of the webinar is visitor safety. Many travelers are unaware of the challenges this special natural environment presents, often arrive poorly prepared, and overlook important guidance. Park management addresses these issues through education, clear infrastructure, and strategic planning. Following the presentation, a moderated discussion will provide space for questions and exchange – a perfect opportunity to draw parallels with the Dolomites and learn from one another. You can look forward to: Einar Á.E. Sæmundsen – Director of Thingvellir National Park, expert in visitor management, communication, and protected area governance Marcella Morandini – Special Delegate of the Department for Nature, Landscape and Spatial Development, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – “UNESCO” section 👉 Register by November 11, 2025

Event in collaboration with Alphabeta. Free entry. South Tyrol is said to be a bilingual region. However, behind this apparent truth lie uncertainties and mental barriers that paint a very different picture. The question posed by a South Tyrolean – ‘Why should I learn the language of the other?’ – not only remains unanswered, but is no longer even asked. Is this merely sluggish indifference or a deeper symptom that reveals the weaknesses of a model of coexistence that has never been fully realised? In a perfect synthesis of essay and journalistic reportage, Gabriele Di Luca deconstructs the myth of bilingualism using ‘scenes’ from everyday life: the official bilingualism exam (the notorious ‘driving licence’), public administration, school, hospital, bar, provincial parliament, newspapers, the internet, social media. The result is a faithful, ironic and provocative portrait of Italy's northernmost province, which Italians still only know as a tourist destination.

The meeting between Sophie Curtil, French painter and engraver, and Les Trois Ourses will be the starting point for encounters with other authors such as Gianni Rodari, Bruno Munari, Hervé Tullet, and Katsumi Komagata, and discussions on tactile and poetic education, which can unite sighted, blind, and visually impaired children on common ground: that of feeling and storytelling. The meeting is free of charge.

Michael Gaismair (1490–1532) Lecture and round table discussion in German. Lecture by Robert Rebitsch and discussion (University of Innsbruck): Michael Gaismair – Social revolutionary and troublemaker or utopian pioneer of a mature civil society. Break with snack. Round table discussion: Our modern civil society today – multidisciplinary perspectives on the understanding of democracy, especially in Europe. Moderator: Sonja Puntscher-Riekmann (University of Salzburg, Austrian Academy of Sciences, Vienna) Participants: Simona Piattoni (University of Trento) Hans Heiss (Bozen, University of Innsbruck) Sepp Mall (Meran) Anna Gamper (University of Innsbruck)

Pre-Christmas magic at Runstnerhof — The small, fine Christmas market

Culinary delights like wood-fired pizza, soups, Äpflkiachlan and hot chestnuts … surrounded by fine arts & crafts from great exhibitors and a festive atmosphere.

Here you can find the full programme: https://www.runstnerhofcafe.com/special-events-gargazon/

Film Screening: TIAN Generation Farmfluencer On Saturday, November 15, 2025, the film TIAN – Generation Farmfluencer will be shown at the Haus der Berge. The screening starts at 7:30 p.m. and will be moderated by Thomas Schäfer. An evening offering insights into new approaches to agriculture and the lives of a young generation connecting tradition with modernity.

Preventing Fires – Safety Begins at Home Many fires could be avoided or at least quickly contained through simple precautionary measures, thereby reducing serious damage. But what can each of us do to make our homes safer? Simon Rader, fire safety expert, offers valuable advice on how small actions and greater awareness in everyday life can significantly reduce the risk of fire – from the proper use of electrical appliances to the most effective preventive measures in case of emergency.

Take it easy Lecture and meeting with Anna Maria Obrist. Organized by the Catholic Women’s Movement, the Kastelruth Library, and the Kastelruth Education Committee. The lecture will be held in German.

How can cultural institutions or initiatives convert their social responsibility into effective, lasting impact – beyond symbolic gestures – in the face of accelerating ecological, social, and political transformations? And crucially: who participates in defining this mandate? These urgent questions lie at the heart of Culture as a Commons, a three-day international forum that brings together 12 selected cultural initiatives from the Netherlands and Italy. In the framework of this gathering at Museion, they will open up and share best practice strategies, visions, and formats beyond institutional boundaries, exploring culture as a common good – as a space of “commoning”. Rather than codifying fixed answers, the forum seeks to uncover both potential and limitations in current cultural work, through foregrounding experimental formats, porous collaborations, and gentle forms of activism. It encourages situated, responsive strategies to address challenges of social relevance, participation, and sustainability, including those raised in the 2022 redefinition of the museum by the International Council of Museums (ICOM). True to its spirit, this particular symposium represents a commons itself: it is participatory, publicly accessible, and invites cultural practitioners from diverse backgrounds – as well as everyone who sees culture as an inclusive and collective practice and a catalyst for social change – to engage, exchange, and reflect. The program will include not only discussions and workshops but also moments of shared experience, care, and wellbeing – dancing included. Program Overview Thursday, November 20, 2025 16:30 – 17:00 Registration 17:00 – 17:30 Interactive Opening Session: Liquid Kaleidoscope 17:30 – 19:00 Introductory Impulse Discussion with: Embassy and Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands Arts in Health NL Museion 19:00 – 20:00 WELCOME! Guiding Tour Nicola L. – I Am The Last Woman Object (available in English / Italian / German) From 19:00 Get-Together with aperitivo Friday, November 21, 2025 09:30 – 10:00 Registration 10:00 – 13:00 Panel Discussion Culture as a Commons with: Casco Art Institute: Working for the Commons Dans op Recept Oriente Occidente La Rivoluzione delle Seppie 11:00 – 11:30 Relaxing Intervention with: e20danza 14:00 – 15:00 International Partner Matching / Best-Practice Workshops with: Scapino Ballet Rotterdam + Compagnie Malviste: Wellbeing Session: Body/Space Exercises Kunstinstituut Melly + Quasi Quasi: Interactive Quiz Game (Limited capacity, registration required) 15:00 – 16:00 International Partner Matching / Best-Practice Workshops with: MAP Moving Arts Project + La Rivoluzione delle Seppie: Cross-Disciplinary Hands-On Workshop Casco Art Institute: Working for the Commons + Post Disaster: Blind-Date: Behind-the-Scenes Conversations with the Museion Team (Limited capacity, registration required) 16:30 – 18:30 Afternoon Session and Exchange of Experiences in the ZINE SPACE 18:30 – 20:00 Get-Together with aperitivo and Musical Intervention, curated by 24homes – l’arte è di casa. hier wohnt Kunst. Introduced by Greta Marcolongo; musical performance by Francesco Bianchi (guitar) Saturday, November 22, 2025 09:30 – 10:00 Registration 10:00 – 12:00 ZINE SPACE: Experimental Print Workshop and Final Output, with Silvia Maccariello and all cultural partners (Limited capacity, registration required) Participation in the symposium is free upon registration via this link. Some events listed in the programme have limited capacity; we therefore kindly ask you to indicate your interest in attending them directly in the registration form.

The Alpine Agricultural Fair, Agrialp, is an event that has been welcoming all those who love and live agriculture for over 50 years. It is the most important agricultural fair in the Alps, a meeting point for industry professionals and enthusiasts eager to discover innovations and solutions for the future of agriculture. Agrialp is the perfect opportunity to witness the fusion of agricultural tradition and the technological innovations shaping the future of the industry. What are the solutions that focus on sustainability and resource optimization? How can technology help farmers work more efficiently and sustainably? In a constantly evolving world, Agrialp is where concrete answers take shape. Come and discover the answers to these questions and much more at Agrialp 2025, where tradition meets innovation, and the future of agriculture is already visible. With four days of events, over 30 appointments, and 400 exhibitors, Agrialp 2025 is an unmissable opportunity for anyone ready to look toward the future of agriculture. Agrialp Weekend Market: On Saturday, November 22, and Sunday, November 23, alpine farms and small businesses will present their products for tasting and sale at the FieraMesse H1 Eventspace – free admission. The program: https://www.fierabolzano.it/de/agrialp/eventkalender https://www.fierabolzano.it/it/agrialp/calendario-eventi

CD Presentation: „Vielleicht“ On Friday, 21 November 2025, the new CD „Vielleicht“ by Marc and Damian will be presented. The event starts at 8:00 p.m. at the Grand Hotel Toblach / Toblach Cultural Center. Special Guests include Daniel Stoll and Harry Amhof. An evening full of music and highlights – a must for all fans!

Federico Guiglia meets and interviews Professor Guzmán Carriquiry Lecour, Doctor of Law and Social Sciences and essayist, who served the Holy See for 48 years.

Curated by Jimmy Milanese. With the participation of Paolo Neri and Nicola Rispoli. Video greeting from Andreas Seppi.

Saturday, 22 November 2025 | 10:00 a.m. | Toblach Cultural Center As part of the Toblach Education Week, the Dobbiaco Farmstead Book will be presented at the Toblach Cultural Center – a work that impressively documents the history and development of the farmsteads in Dobbiaco. Elmar Rainer, representative of the South Tyrolean Farmers’ Association and the Heritage Preservation Association, will provide insights into the creation of the book and explain the importance of rural culture and its preservation for future generations. An event for everyone interested in local history, traditions, and rural life.

Authentic and Local Alpine farms and small businesses present their products In line with the Agrialp motto for 2025, “Farm as a Business”, the FieraMesse H1 EventSpace will be transformed into a “village square.” Here, Alpine farms and small businesses will showcase their products for tasting and sale. Where: FieraMesse H1 Eventspace, right at the entrance of the fair When: Saturday, 22nd, and Sunday, 23rd November during Agrialp Time: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Experience three days of daily meditations, breathwork, and somatic, naturopathic rituals based on the SilberQuarzit® method, guided by Kornelia Schwitzer, the founder of this holistic approach. Ideal for anyone seeking to reconnect with themselves and looking for a profound transformational experience. This retreat will be held in English. November 23rd – 26th, 2025

This book presentation is only available in German

Daniel Schönegger has been interested in history since childhood and has collected countless photos from the First World War. He has now published a book on the subject and is presenting it.

No heatwave holidays – facts and solutions for South Tyrol

THE WOLF IS BACK: A Human Exhibition The exhibition invites a deeper exploration of the topic, offering diverse perspectives and encouraging open dialogue. 17:00 h Guided tour of the exhibition 17:30 – 19:00 h “The Wolf in the Cultural Landscape” informative presentation followed by a discussionwith Luca Complojer, academic wildlife manager Admission free / Presentation in German language

Women (L)ife On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, a scenic, artistic and musical reading will take place, focusing on women, violence, and life thereafter. Created and performed by theatre educators from PlatThea, Platform for Theatre Education. Organized by the Educational Committee of Kastelruth. The event will be held in German.

Together we will create a special book, a collection of stories, fairy tales, desires, dreams and imagination: a project that springs from the imagination and takes shape in our hands. To begin with, we will briefly explore the anatomy of the book: we will understand how it is made, what it is composed of and what the fundamental elements of its structure are. We will then move on to the practical part, creating a classic French thread binding, and finally constructing a soft cover, rich in details and little surprises.

Leni Leitgeb and Christopher Göpfert tell stories for all ages in the run-up to Christmas.

Kastelruth court cases from the 16th century – read from the book by Bruno Mahlknecht in the historic courtroom at the Hotel zum Turm. Organized by the Education Committee of Kastelruth. The event will be held in German.

The only thing missing is the shining Christmas star! A fun, musical search begins. For seniors, families, children, grandmas and grandpas with their grandchildren. Organized by the Education Committee of Kastelruth and the Kastelruth Senior Club. The event will be held in German.

Leave your car behind and take the ski bus directly to the slopes! The ski bus runs regularly and ensures that your winter holiday gets off to a relaxed start.

Each of us consumes an average of ten kilograms of chocolate per year. But what is the raw material behind it? And what are the bitter sides of chocolate? In this workshop, we take an interactive look at the journey from cocoa bean to chocolate bar. Afterwards, we make our own chocolate. For whom: Primary pupils.

Prowinter is the international trade show for snow sports and outdoor activities, a crucial meeting point for retailers, rental services, and professionals in the sector. Here, manufacturers and wholesale distributors of sports products present the latest innovations for winter sports and outdoor activities. It’s a unique opportunity to see, touch, and evaluate the new products to order for the upcoming season. Prowinter is the ideal B2B event for rental services and retailers of sports equipment, providing the perfect occasion to get informed and make purchase decisions. It’s also a great opportunity to meet colleagues, exchange opinions, ideas, and innovative solutions. The event also covers the growing Outdoor sector, with a special focus on the latest market innovations. In addition to the 3 days of the trade show, Prowinter offers more than 3 days of snow testing, allowing professionals to try products directly in the field. The program is currently being finalized and will be published soon.