Lakes & nature
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.
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.
KidsXmas
Experience a weekend full of magical moments and Christmas joy! Our children's carousel invites you to take a spin in the festive spirit.
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.