Highlights and culture in Bozen
Bolzano is the capital of the South Tyrol region. With its unique blend of Alpine and Mediterranean flair, it attracts and delights throngs of visitors from all over the world. The town’s historical centre is a short walk from our farm – seize this opportunity and explore all the sights and cultural highlights Bolzano has to offer, whether on foot, by bike or by bus.
A walk
through Bolzano
A compelling interplay of Austrian and Italian culture: immerse yourself in the unique charm of this town as you sip an aperitivo or a glass of South Tyrolean wine!
Fruit market
Museum of Archaeology with Ötzi the ice mummy
Museum of Natural History
Museion – Contemporary Art
Castle Runkelstein
Castle Maretsch
The arcades shopping mile
Waltherplatz square and cathedral
The WaltherPark shopping centre
Al fresco wine tastings, theatre shows, exhibitions, concerts and town fairs: there’s always something exciting happening in Bolzano!
A place of traditions
South Tyroleans love to keep their culture, customs and traditions alive.
Corpus Christi
procession
On the occasion of Corpus Christi, 60 days after Easter, Bishop Ivo Muser celebrates a festive mass in Bolzano cathedral. This is followed by a procession through the town centre.
Heart of Jesus fires
In June, the South Tyrolean mountains become ablaze with fires in the shapes of crosses, hearts or other religious symbols to commemorate the Sacred Heart of Jesus and renew an oath sworn by the South Tyroleans as they sought protection from Napoleon’s invading troops.
Harvest festival
This autumnal festival is the South Tyrolean way of giving thanks for the harvest. The festival is held in October, both in the cathedral and outside on Waltherplatz square, with a large farmers’ market.
The Three Kings
After Christmas, carol singers dressed up as the Three Kings go from house to house. In many cases, South Tyrolean farmsteads are blessed with holy water or smudged with incense and herbs at Epiphany.