News & Events

The latest from South Tyrol – news from Schenna and Meran.

28th of November – 6th of January 2010
Meran Advent – Christmas Market:
28th of November – 6th of January 2010 Christmas markets put visitors in a very special mood. About 80 exhibitors offer the most varied gift ideas, traditional handcrafts, and culinary delights and confectionary.

1st January 2010
A classic – ‘New Year’s Day concert’ in Meran
The New Year’s Day concert in Meran is an excellent contrast programme to your New Year’s Eve party or, for many classic fans, the real festive start into the New Year.  The Haydn-Orchestra welcomes you in the Kurhaus.
 
13th to 24th March 2010
Spring feelings – Cultural Week ‘Schenner Langes’
When the Schenna music band do one of their Spring concerts or while the Schenna Folk Theatre Group make you laugh, the ‘Schenner Langes’ as well as the typical tiredness you feel in Spring don’t have a chance.  The traditional cultural week consists of delicacies, fun and music, while at the same time it is the start of a very varied programme into the rest of the year.  
 
April to October / 3rd Thursday of each month
Traditional Schennaberg: "Berger Pfinstig"
From this season on, what is "Tallner Sunday" to the guesthouses in the Hirzer region is "Berger Pfinstig" to the huts, restaurants and rustic taverns at Schennaberg. "Pfinstig" is the ancient word for Thursday, which is still used today by many people. On this day, old and young hikers alike can look forward to accordion or folk's music, traditional farmer's dishes, and a varied children's programme. The event will take place every third Thursday of the month from April to October in the hiking area between Verdins and Meran 2000.
 
May to October / 1st Sunday of each month
Every Sunday – Alpine culture at the ‘Tallner Sunntig’
At the ‘Tallner Sunntig’ (Sunday in Tall), it isn’t only the Alpine plants, which are in flower.  The 16 mountain pubs, Alpine and mountain huts in the Hirz hiking region have prepared a special menu for their guests.  In addition, there is lots of music and other entertainment, as well as some theatrical delicacies on offer.  On a typical ‘Tallner Sunntig‘, the Hirzer and Verdins cable-car railways, as well as the Grube chair list offer some price reductions.  
 
30th May 2010
Genial vertikal: „V. Internationaler Berglauf Meran 2000“
About 1,700 metres in altitude has to be conquered at the ‘International Mountain Run Meran 2000’ before you reach the finish line at the Piffinger Kopfl.  Looking back from the finishing line to the starting point at Meran’s Passer Promenade, you realise that this run is a true achievement!  It is not without purpose that this event greets so many international participants and that it is one of the Grand Prix of mountain run tournaments.
 
June to the beginning of September / every Monday from 8 p.m.
Experience the south – ‘A Summer Evening’ in Schenna 
The ‘Summer Evenings’ in Schenna are known to be live music events with modern and traditional bands, exquisite delicacies from South Tyrolean cuisine and even – shopping!  Schenna’s shops are open until 9.30 p.m.
 
11th to 13th June 2010
A week-end of fantasy: ‘Asfaltart’ in Meran
During the month of June, Meran turns into a circus.  Clowns, aerial acrobats, jugglers and pantomimes rule this spa and garden town throughout an entire week-end.  Music entertainment and avantguard theatre crown this incredibly varied programme. 
 
Easter, Pentecost, Autumn and Christmas holidays. 
Summer 2010 from 21st June to 3rd September/
Colourful holidays: ‘Sunny’s children’s programme’
In Schenna, the sun shines about 300 days a year.  Little Sunny makes sure that small guests in the village are always entertained.  Together with the Schenna Tourist Board, Sunny offers a very colourful programme: children’s rafting, treasure hunt in the woods, red Indian games, horse riding, a visit to the fire station and a farm … to mention only a few.  
 
4th to 11th July 2010
Mountains in chrome: 25 years of Oldtimer Rally ‘South Tyrolean Classic’
The South Tyrolean Classic is a must for all Oldtimer fans.  This year, the event takes place for the 25th time.  This ‘Rally of Sympathy‘ enchants everyone, along with the breath-taking panoramic views, the service and the wonderful cuisine.  However, it’s not only the participants who enjoy this international event.  Every morning and evening, the village centre turns into a backdrop for all kinds of brilliant chromes and beautiful classic vehicles.  Of course, our holiday guests are right in the middle of it! 
 
19th August 2010
Totally relaxed – ‘Adventure Walking Day‘ with Hans Kammerlander
Being on a walk with one of the most successful high-Alpine mountaineers in the world is a truly different experience.  A great hiking day with the famous extreme mountaineer Hans Kammerlander awaits all mountain fans in the Schenna hiking region.
 
7th and 8th August 2010
In the mood for a party – the Meran City Festival
At the Meran City Festival, the local associations invite you to celebrate with South Tyrolean delicacies, musical entertainment, as well as lots of fun in the historic centre of the town. 
 
20th August 2010
Shopping under a blue sky – the ‘Schenna Market’
At the Schenna market, shopping becomes an experience.  The Schenna businessmen present their merchandise, as well as crafts.  Schenna’s farming community offers home-made products and the pubs and restaurants make sure that you won’t starve!  Lots of surprises ensure that children will have fun, too. 
 
24th August to 27th September 2010
The best of the classics – the ‘Meran Music Weeks’
The ‘International South Tyrolean Classics Festival‘ enchants its visitors as it has done in the past.  Enjoy exquisite classical music entertainment from all over the world in the unique and beautiful Art Nouveau atmosphere of the Meran Kurhaus. 
 
19th / 20th September 2010
A village in motion.  ‘Autumn Festival of the Schützen‘, with great festive parade.
The highlight of the traditional ‘Autumn Festival of the Schützen‘ in Schenna is the traditional parade on Sunday.  The wonderfully decorated wagons, costume groups and music bands enchant the locals and holidaymakers alike.  Besides lots of music and fun, we also offer great South Tyrolean dishes.  The festival starts on Saturday at 6 p.m.  The Sunday event begins at 10 a.m. with a traditional glass of wine. 
 
26th September 2010
Formula One of horses.  The ‘Grand Prix of Meran‘. 
That the South Tyrolean population loves horses can easily be seen in the numerous Hafling meadows all around the country.  Horse races in South Tyrol are a truly special and wonderfully unpretentious experience.  The ‘Grand Prix of Meran’ is the highlight of the racing season and takes place at the race course in Untermais. 
 
15th October 2010
Sound of music – the ‘Montanara Choir’ in Schenna
A musical highlight for all friends of music.  An evening concert with the world-famous Montanara choir from Cortina d’Ampezzo in the ‘Unterwirt’ club house. 
 
 
16th to 23rd October 2010
Oldtimer in colour.  ‘The Golden Edition‘. 
Breath-taking views, culinary highlights and wonderful rides through the mild South Tyrolean autumn landscape are once again at the heart of the South Tyrolean Classic – Golden Edition.  Light barriers and stop watches are of no concern!!
 
Thursday, 21st October 2010
Farmers’ wives pull all the strings!  Torggelen and ‘Schenner Bauernkuchl‘
Torggelen is an old tradition, which is loved by locals and holidaymakers alike.  After a comfortable hiking trip through the Autumn landscape, you can enjoy some new wine and solid farming dishes inside the unique old-fashioned pubs and wine cellars around the Schenna area. During the ‘Bauernkuchl‘, Schenna turns into one large courtyard kitchen.  In the village centre, the farmers’ wives of Schenna enchant their visitors with home-made specialities such as Tyrolean knodle, rips on kraut and sweet doughnuts.  Autumn entertainment with festive character!  And lots of music, of course.  
 
16th and 17th October 2010
South Tyrol being heard.  The ‘Federal Music Festival‘ in Meran.
If you want to see the extensive variety of South Tyrolean costumes and music bands, you must come to the colourful Federal Music Festival in Meran!  The extensively decorated wagons, groups and music band formations are a feast to the eyes.  A true experience – particularly if the marching music is not part of your CD collection at home.
 
6th to 8th November 2010
Torggelen of the finest art.  The ‘International Wine Festival and Culinaria’ in Meran.
South Tyrolean wines are legendary and our creative top chefs play their part to excite all true gourmets.  Where else can you find such an event, which is true to its name?  Where else could you find just the perfect ambience such as the Meran Kurhaus?  Come in and enjoy yourself!
 
26th November 2010 to 6th January 2011
Advent under palm trees.  The Meran Christmas Market
The Christmas Market along the Passer Promenade has a truly special atmosphere.  Enjoy the extensive framework programme with music, theatre, tradition and local crafts. 
 
31th December 2010
Every year anew.  Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Meran.
A number of live bands transform Meran’s historic centre into a place full of atmosphere, where you can greet the New Year.  For a little extra comfort, book a hotel balcony or terrace with a view!