October is synonymous with chestnuts… but just how delicious are they? We’ve rounded up the must-see festivals in South Tyrol here. There are plenty of special occasions to enjoy them, buy some, or simply spend a lovely fall day with the kids in places where tradition runs deep.
The Culture of Törggelen in South Tyrol
What if we told you about Törggelen? Do you know what it is? It used to refer to farmers tasting the new wine, accompanied by a few traditional dishes. Now it’s a traditional meal or snack featuring speck, caraway bread, stuffed ravioli, canederli, country sausage with sauerkraut, barley soup, desserts, and, of course, chestnuts. Over the years, we’ve tried many farmsteads; you’ll find them described in this article, complete with updated menus and prices.
Here are the fall holidays for 2025:
Closed (September 19–21, 2025)
Chiusa, the city of artists, transforms into a sort of open-air tavern this weekend. Throughout the city’s streets, various food stands offer a variety of South Tyrolean specialties: canederli, stuffed ravioli, homemade sausages with sauerkraut, sweet Krapfen, Strauben, and roasted chestnuts. More info HERE.
Termeno (October 4–5, 2025)
On October 4 and 5, 2025, Termeno will host an authentic festival filled with scents, colors, and sounds. At the covered festival grounds, you can sample traditional Tyrolean dishes, roasted chestnuts, new wine, fritters, and apple strudel. But the real attraction is the folk groups with their traditional dances and the music of the town band. A shuttle bus is available from Caldaro, San Giuseppe al Lago, Ora, and Cortaccia. More info HERE.
Colsano
Colsano hosts the traditional “Törggelen” festival in the wine cellars and alleys of Colsano. You’ll find typical “Törggelen” dishes, roasted chestnuts, doughnuts, and local wines… More info and dates available HERE.
Naturno (October 12, 2025)
A day of the traditional Törggele festival, a cheerful chestnut-roasting celebration. During the event, traditional fall dishes, roasted chestnuts—also known as “Keschtn”—and new wine will be served. Local bands will provide background music.
Free admission! In case of inclement weather, the event will be canceled.
S. Genesio (October 12–30, 2025)
During Chestnut Week, San Genesio and its surrounding villages offer plenty of opportunities to enjoy chestnuts at their best: from the traditional Törggelen to the culinary specialties served at local restaurants, all the way to the “Keschtnpfonn,” the food market in the town center.
The Chestnut Weeks Program
- October 12, 2025: “Törggelen” Festival in Avigna
- October 16, 2025: A Field Trip to Discover Chestnuts
- October 18, 2025: Salto Transhumance in San Genesio
- October 23, 2025: A Field Trip to Discover Chestnuts
- October 25, 2025, Keschtnpfonn – Food Market in Downtown San Genesio
- October 26, 2025: “Törggelen” Festival at the Haflinger Horse Museum
- October 30, 2025: A Field Trip to Discover Chestnuts
Velturno (October 18–November 9, 2025)
During the Chestnut Weeks , you can look forward to events featuring culinary specialtiesmade with chestnuts and traditional farm-to-table recipes, guided hikes, cooking classes, tastings, entertainment, and much more. The official opening of the event will take place in the courtyard of Castel Velturno, during the traditional Törggelen market.
Lana and the Surrounding Area (October 19 – November 2, 2025)
From October 19 to November 2, 2025, in Lana and the surrounding area (Bolzano)— Keschtnriggl, the chestnut festival. In the municipalities of Tesimo, Prissiano, Foiana, and Lana, a series of chestnut-themed events will take place, featuring a rich program of activities and gatherings. More info HERE.
Chestnut-Themed Walks
In addition to the events, we’d also like to highlight some great themed hikes and walks:
- The Chestnut Tree Educational Trail in Foiana
- The Chestnut Trail in Velturno
- VertigenChestnut Trail – Parcines, a family-friendly hike through the woods
