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“Katzenmusik” & Waking the Bride  The wedding magic in many parts of South Tyrol already begins a few days before the actual celebration. During the “Katzenmusik ” (lit. cat music, also known as “Schnellen” – lit. banging – in some places) or the waking of the in a wake-up call, the bride and groom are…

They allow you to escape reality, at least for a few minutes. They amaze anyone who sees them. They make people laugh or inspire deep emotions. Street performers are an integral part of a vibrant city, constantly reminding us of the beauty in each moment. It is Saturday morning. Merano’s city centre is bustling with…

Like for the transhumance, the idyllic summer atmosphere in the malga (dairy farms) would not be the same without the sound of cowbells. The models change with respect to anniversaries: in addition to the ones used in the pastures, there are richly decorated bells for special occasions such as fairs, weddings or anniversaries. These are…

At the end of summer, the Val d’Ultimo – as well as other valleys in South Tyrol – is famous for the traditional desmontegade, the festivities for the return of cattle from the mountain pastures (transhumance). The stars of the show are the cows dressed up with sumptuous crowns and big cowbells. The fabrication of…

Whenever he weaves, he does not speak. When he does rise to speak, the ‘weaver sickness’ bursts out: there is so much to talk about. Weaving is rhythm and movement. That plays into his hands. Herman Kühebacher is a man of calm rhythm. His big, wide feet know exactly what they are doing when they…

The walls are panelled with scratched old wood, the scent of things that were smoked here long ago still hangs in the air and the cat purrs blissfully on the hand embroidered pillows over on the oven bench. That oven heats the entire farmhouse in the wintertime, and right next to it stands the old…

Stone pine can do it all: The smell is aromatic and relaxing, the colour is warm, and it can be transformed into myriad objects, from boxes to decorative apples. The drive from Bolzano to Val Sarentino takes just a few minutes. A narrow path leads from the main road into the heart of the forest…

If you are planning to go on a discovery tour of South Tyrol, you may end up feeling like a time traveller. The beautiful landscapes here are embellished with around 800 castles, palaces, estates and ruins. These mystical places make it possible to get a sense of what it felt like to live in times…

Majestic glaciers, rustic farms, castles, convents, picturesque cities and charming industrial districts: South Tyrol is the perfect movie set. Let us take you on an expedition to seven exciting locations of national and international TV and movie productions. In short: We’ll tell you what movies feature South Tyrol as their gorgeous backdrops. Maybe you’ve even…

Peter Senoner’s futuristic sculptures and drawings hit the Zeitgeist nail on the head. This is met with enthusiasm in the national and international art scene. Mr. Senoner, your figures – both as sculptures and drawings – recall cyborgs, hybrid creatures made up from living organisms and machines alike. What are you trying to convey?My work…