Hiking & nature
Ice holes
St. Michael | Eppan
Position:
The Ice holes are between Kaltern and Eppan at the foot of Gandberg.
Need to Know:
Wherever else could you go on a hot day apart from to the Ice Holes between Kaltern and Eppan?
Air passes through the splits in the porphyrite rocks and is cooled down on the way.This fresh breeze can be felt up to a height of 5 m. Due to this enormous difference in temperature, there are over 600 different plants growing in this area. A natural wonder!
Hiking
The hike to the ice holes is especially popular for families, because children can have a great time and the trail is not classified as too difficult or long.
The path to the ice holes leads through forests and vines and past a medieval tower.
Christmasmarket
Experience the enchanting Christmas magic in St. Michael's, where a winter wonderland comes to life on the town hall square.
Eppan Advent
Enjoy the festive atmosphere at the Christmas market in St. Michael, in the Widumshof in St. Pauls and in the center of Girlan.
Christmas in Girlan
During Advent, the village is transformed into an extraordinary Christmas open-air museum. Around 30 works of art made of staves and the boards of old wine barrels, invite you to take an atmospheric stroll through the alleys of the wine village.
Christmas in St. Pauls
During the Christmas season, discover the traditional Nativity Exhibition, the Living Nativity Scene, the Crafts at the Cathedral (Handwerk am Dom), and experience the St. Nicholas and Krampus Procession in St. Pauls.
Girlaner Adventhitt
The Girlaner Adventhitt at Tannerhof cordially invites everyone to its festive opening on November 29. The event begins at 3 p.m. and offers visitors an atmospheric start to the Advent season. As a special highlight, the Girlan Youth Band will give a concert at 4 p.m.
Alpine Advent Singing in St. Pauls
Traditional Alpine folk songs and melodies are given wide scope at the Advent Singing event. The Parish Church of St. Pauls, the "Cathedral in the Countryside", blends this rich treasure of traditions into a harmonious whole.
Craft at the Cathedral
From jewelry and ceramics to woodwork and textiles, you will find unique pieces crafted with love and dedication by local artisans.
Living Crib
A very special highlight is organized by the Nativity Society on Sunday, December 14th & 21st in the center of St. Pauls. At 5 p.m. the "Living Crib" will solemnly move in through the historic alleys of St. Pauls to the specially built stable in front of the parish church.