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Lake Kaltern
Kaltern on the Wine Road
The Lake Kaltern is located on the Wine Road, around 9 kilometres south of St. Michael | Eppan. It is situated 216 meters above sea level and gives its name to the wine made from the Vernatsch-grapes, which are grown in the nearby surroundings.
Topography
The lake Kaltern is 1.8 kilometres long and almost 1 kilometre wide, which equates a surface of 155 hectares. It is filled in a shallow basin and therefore it is only 5.6 meters deep and that is the reason why South Tyrol biggest natural swimming lake gets heated up very quickly.
Utilization:
In the south of the lake a reed bed area is situated, which shows a multifaceted offer of seldom birds and sweep animals and is as well a nature reserve.
The other part of Lake Kaltern is more developed for tourism and especially on the east and west shore you find swimming areas, restaurants, hotels, car parks as well as two campsites near the lake.
You can enjoy a wide sport program for windsurfing, kite surfing, stand up paddling and sailing. Furthermore, you can rent rowing or pedal boats. Motorboats are forbidden. To run, hike or with the bike you can use the signposted walking path around Lake Kaltern.
St. Martin’s Market
For the inhabitants of Girlan, Eppan and the surrounding area, St. Martin's Day is a major holiday, as it coincides with a name day, church day and the end of the harvest season.
Mario S. Pietrodarchi
Works by Rota, Morricone, Piazzolla
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.
Christmasmarket
Experience the enchanting Christmas magic in St. Michael's, where a winter wonderland comes to life on the town hall square.
Choriosum - Next Generation
For over 20 years, Choriosum has been synonymous with innovative a cappella music full of energy, passion, and sonic diversity. With its new concert series, the choir is venturing into something very special: for the first time, 42 children and young people will be joining the experienced members on stage.
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.
St. Nicholas and Krampus in St. Michael
St. Nicholas comes to bring small rewards to the children - a custom that brings joy to the hearts during Advent.