Evenementen in Villnößtal

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.

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.

ONLY GERMAN AND ITALIAN SPEAKING GUIDES 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

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)

ONLY GERMAN AND ITALIAN SPEAKING GUIDES! 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

ONLY GERMAN AND ITALIAN SPEAKING GUIDES! Start: 9.30 am at Russis Kreuz; over the via ferrata Günther Messner to the meadow Kofelwiese; along the upper Herrensteig; descent to the hut Kaserill Alm and descent to Zans; arrival by bus is recommended! Route data: distance 11 km, ascent 780 m, descent 830 m, pure walking time 4.30 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.

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

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

ONLY GERMAN AND ITALIAN SPEAKING GUIDES 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

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

ArchEvento is a dynamic chamber music ensemble devoted to blending traditional and contemporary music. The four musicians combine their individual strengths to create a harmonious and versatile sound experience. Andrea Mairhofer flute, Sylvia Lanz violin/viola, Roland Mitterer cello, Birgit Profanter bassoon

ONLY GERMAN AND ITALIAN SPEAKING GUIDES! 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.

On Friday, 11th July 2025 at 8 pm a Celtic harp concert will be held "A Journey to the Land of Bards" with Elisa Manzutto. Admission: voluntary donation.

Discover the diversity on our Kasserol ARCHE farm! ARCHE farms are uniquely different: at our farm you will meet ancient livestock breeds threatened with extinction and accompany us on a tour of the farm. Together we go into the barn and visit our colourful chickens and clever geese. Finally, we will taste the farm’s products together. Meeting point: Kasserolhof in Teis, Nafner Straße 29 Start: 9.00 am - duration: ca. 3 hours PRICE: participation fee: 10,00 € - free of charge with DolomitiCard tasting fee*: adults 20,00 € - children (8–13 years) 10,00 € Participants: min. 2 - max. 10 persons

The South Tyrolean Whipcracking (‘Goaslschnöller’) Association invites you to the Whipcracking Championship. Whipcracking will be performed in groups of 2, 3 or 4, and judged on posture, volume and timing. The loud whipcrack sound has been used by South Tyrolean herdsmen to drive cattle for centuries. However, whipcracking was also a means of communication over long distances on the alpine pastures, for example to communicate when food was ready or someone was injured. Today, it’s used at religious events, village and alpine festivals, parades and Alpine cattle drives to keep the old tradition alive. The 25th anniversary of Goaßlschnöller Villnöss valley is also celebrated. Followed by an after show party in the tent.

Concert evening with the Music Band of Teis in the schoolyard of St. Peter at 8.30 pm under the motto "Aperitivo lungo." Refreshing drinks and small snacks will be served. The music band looks forward to your visit! Free admission! In case of bad weather, the concert will take place in the cultural hall in St. Peter.

Festival of the voluntary fire brigade of St. Maddalena/Villnöss valley starting at 6 pm with musical entertainment. On Friday , the 'Duo Flexibel' band plays and on Saturday the 'Quintett Alpin'. Tyrolean specialities (Tirtler, doughnuts, Strauben & grilled specialities) will be offered. The festivities start both days at 6.30 pm.

ONLY GERMAN AND ITALIAN SPEAKING GUIDE! 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: 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.

The Parish Caritas, in collaboration with the Parish Council, is once again organising the Church Day in St Magdalena on Sunday 20th July. Holy Mass with solemn procession at 9.30 am in the church of St. Magdalena. Followed by a concert by the music band. Food and drink will be provided. The proceeds go to the parish charity.

Evening with musical entertainment on the Huber square in the centre of Teis, starting at 6.00 pm

Every year at midsummer the witches dance at the Passo delle Erbe and spread a feeling of magic. The so called wizards accompany all the spectators up to the foot of the Sas de Pütia, where the wiches dance and are up to mischief. There are also old farmers’ traditions, stories, songs, fun and action for kids and gastronomical delicacies

Evening concert of the music band of Villnöss valley at Teis. The music band would be glad to welcome you to enjoy a musical evening. Free entry.

Traditional festival at the central square at the 1stof August in St. Magdalena/Villnöss valley starting at 6 pm with musical entertainment. Tyrolean specialities (Tirtler, doughnuts, Strauben & grilled specialities) will be offered.

On a tour through the colourful garden, you will learn everything you need to know about different cut flowers, their decoration options and how to keep them in a vase for a long time. We will cut seasonal flowers in the field and I will help you create your own bouquet! In between, you can enjoy a sweet snack with farm produce. Meeting point: Kasserolhof in Teis, Nafner Straße 29 Start: 9.00 am - duration: ca. 3 hours PRICE: participation fee: 10,00 € - free of charge with DolomitiCard tasting and materials fee*: 60,00 € per person Participants: min. 2 - max. 6 persons

On Sunday, 3rd August 2025, the Catholic Family Association of Villnöß valley (KFS) warmly invites everyone to its big anniversary family celebration marking its 55th anniversary. The festivities will begin at the pond Mesner Lacke and continue at the festival square in Teis. The event kicks off at 10.00 am with a Liturgy of the Word by the lake. Starting at 11.00 am, there will be honors, an aperitif, a raffle, and fun games for children. From 11.30 am to 2.00 pm, a barbecue will be held, followed by coffee and cake, face painting, and at 2.30 pm, a clown show for the little ones. The afternoon will be accompanied by live music from the band "The Small One", performing from 2.00 to 4.30 pm. The celebration will wind down around 6.00 pm. In case of bad weather, the event will take place in the St. Peter community hall.

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