The Marlengo Apple Crown
Highlight of the Grape Festival Merano
The Marlengo Apple Crown

The Merano Grape Festival: A Parade of Tradition and Splendor

The Marling apple crown: the impressive wagon

Every year on the 3rd weekend in October (2024: 19th & 20th October) the big grape festival takes place in Merano.

Since 1886, the Merano Grape Festival has celebrated the harvest season while staying true to its roots. This event blends tradition with modern elements, inviting you to immerse yourself in a weekend full of culture and flavors.

Enjoy traditional folk music, sometimes presented in classical form and sometimes in surprising contemporary arrangements. The musical program is accompanied by the culinary highlights of South Tyrolean cuisine, reflecting the unique blend of northern and southern influences – cosmopolitan, just like the city of Merano.

A special highlight is the Merano Market, where local products and award-winning wines from the Burgraviato region take center stage. On Sunday, the festival reaches its peak with the traditional parade of music bands and festive groups through the historic town center.
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The Apple Crown of Marling
The Magnificent Marlinger Apple Crown: A Masterpiece of Tradition and Passion

Preparations for the Grand Parade: The Making of the Marlinger Apple Crown

In the days leading up to the Merano Grape Festival, the Marlengo Apple Crown is prepared for this important annual event. Since 1984, the float has been under the ownership of local farmer and President of the Tourist Association, Alois Arquin, who continues the old tradition.

On Thursday afternoon before the big event the day after, volunteers cut and prepare the boxwood from dense bushes, decorating the surface of the vehicle in green. The baskets are already in position. The green, leafy carpet is affixed by six women, while the men procure ivy and blackberry branches, from which garlands are intertwined.

On the Friday, more than 600 kg of “Jonagold” apples are loaded into the waiting baskets, supplied by the COFRUM Apple Farmers Cooperative in Marlengo. No less than 14 kg nails are also used for the decorations.
On Saturday, it is the turn of the gardeners. The gardeners decorate the float with 700 dianthus flowers, donated by the Merano Tourism Association. All in all, getting the float ready keeps a number of people busy for at least three days. Over 5 m in length and 2.20 m wide, this remarkable float weighs 2.3 tons and is towed by four sturdy Haflinger horses.
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Sparkling Night – Prickelnder Genuss in der Kellerei Meran🍾🥂

Unter dem Motto „Kommt, lasst uns Sterne trinken“ lädt die Kellerei Meran am Samstag, 10. Mai 2025 um 19 Uhr zur „Sparkling Night“ nach Marling ein.🌟🥳

Freue dich auf eine exklusive Verkostung edler Sekte des prickelnden Dorfes Marling und der Südtiroler Sektvereinigung. Lass dich von der einzigartigen Atmosphäre verzaubern, genieße kulinarische Köstlichkeiten und tanze mit uns durch die Nacht. ✨🕺🥂

Freue dich auf einen unvergesslichen Abend!🎉🎇

Eintritt frei – keine Anmeldung erforderlich.

📸 Kellerei Meran

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Spring bike tour – Passeiertal cycle route – an adventure for the whole family! 🚴‍♀️😊

Enjoy the 20 km long cycle route along the Passer River and experience unforgettable moments amidst the beautiful nature of the Passeiertal. The route starts in Merano and takes you through picturesque villages like Riffian, Saltaus and Quellenhof, past the MuseumPasseier – Andreas Hofer and finally ends in St. Leonhard. 🏞️

🚵‍♂️ Route Details:
Length: 20 km
Difficulty: Easy
Elevation Gain: 17 m uphill / 397 m downhill
Highest Point: 687 m

📍 Start: Merano | End: St. Leonhard

Perfect for a relaxed family outing with many sights and beautiful views! 🌳🚴‍♀💧

📸IDM Südtirol-Alto Adige/Harald Wisthaler

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Visita guidata nel bunker sul sentiero della roggia di Marlengo! 🧐🌿

Dopo il 1945, molti bunker rimasero operativi durante la Guerra Fredda fino alla loro dismissione negli anni '90 e il successivo trasferimento alla Provincia di Alto Adige. Alcune di queste strutture difensive sono di grande importanza storica e offrono oggi uno sguardo unico sulla loro architettura.

Il bunker sulla Tel è stato acquisito dai comuni di Lagundo e Marlengo ed è ora accessibile per visite guidate.

📍 Come arrivare: In auto o in treno
🚗 Parcheggi disponibili presso la stazione di Tel
🚶‍♂️ Circa 10 minuti a piedi fino all’ingresso del sentiero della roggia di Marlengo + altri 5 minuti fino al bunker

👉 Info e prenotazione obbligatoria su www.meinticket.it
🧥 Non dimenticare una giacca – nel bunker fa freddo!

📸 Helmuth Gruber

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Sparkling Night – Sparkling Pleasure at Cantina Merano Winery in Marling ✨

Under the motto "Come, let’s drink the stars," the Cantina Merano Winery invites you to the Sparkling Night in Marling on Saturday, May 10, 2025, starting at 7:00 PM. 🍾🌟

What to expect: Exclusive tasting of fine sparkling wines from the "prickelndes Dorf Marling" and the South Tyrolean Sparkling Wine Association.✨🍷
🍽 Delicious culinary delights to perfectly pair with the bubbles.
💃 Great music!

🎉 Free entry! No registration required.
🎟 Admission from 18 years.

See you at the Cantina Merano Winery! 🥂

📍 Location: Cantina Merano Winery in Marling
📅 Date: May 10, 2025 | ⏰ Time: 7:00 PM

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Marlinger Stangenkäse MARNEA🧀

With the Marlinger Stangenkäse “Marnea”, a true classic is making its comeback!😉

Many still remember the unique taste of this semi-hard cheese in the style of Tilsiter, which was appreciated for decades for its exceptional quality.
After the Marling dairy closed in 1971, this local specialty gradually faded into obscurity.

Today, it is being lovingly revived by the Latteria Sociale di Castelfondo and is available at selected locations, including Center Market Marling.😋

And soon, it will be joined by the perfect accompaniment: a Merano Pinot Noir Chutney. 🍷✨

A must-try for all cheese lovers! 💛

📸IDM Südtirol-Alto Adige/Manuel Ferrigato, TV Marling, Latteria Castelfondo

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