Traditional mountain village feasts and festivals
Village festivals are festive and engaging moments for both mountain dwellers and tourists. Traditions and innovations merge between music and products from the Alpine region.
Folk festivals / Festivals
Waiting for Santa Lucia
Santa Lucia arrives on Alpe Cimbra with her little donkey, bringing gifts, smiles, and the magic of tradition!
Santa Lucia Arrives on Alpe Cimbra!!! On Alpe Cimbra, the magic of tradition comes alive with the arrival of Santa Lucia, the beloved “Saint of Light” awaited by children and adults alike. In an enchanting winter landscape, where snow blankets the villages and the mountains sparkle with a thousand lights, a heartwarming event brings to life the charm of old customs. Through the streets of the Cimbrian villages, Santa Lucia arrives with her little donkey, bringing gifts and smiles to children. Families can enjoy... continue
Folk festivals / Festivals
"Tannenbaum & Glühweintraum" - on the Marling mountain
Enjoy the contemplative, wintry atmosphere on the mountain!
A magical pre-Christmas experience on the mountain "Marlinger Berg" ! Enjoy the festive atmosphere surrounded by nature: fresh Marlinger Nordmann fir trees are for sale, while the children can enjoy a small petting zoo. Warm soups, delicious Burger "Christmas Tree Burger" and homemade "Krapfen" will ensure your physical well-being. In the afternoon, the traditional “Muaskochn” awaits you on the wood stove - a real highlight! Come along and get in the mood for Christmas with us! Approach: Access from the winery... continue
Folk festivals / Festivals
Krampus on the piste
The Krampus arrive at Rifuge Averau
This year, the Siorpaes family from the Averau Refuge kicks off the winter season with ... the devils! On Sunday, December 14, from around 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the magical, folkloric, and unsettling Krampus (devils), ancient traditional figures from the Ladin and Tyrolean cultures, will parade around the Averau Refuge. However, these are not true devils, but frightening figures with horns and sharp teeth who wave whips, chains, and pitchforks, spreading fear and anxiety, dating back to pre-Christian times. The... continue