South Tyrolean Easter traditions
Palm Donkey, Palm Bouquets & Egg Tapping
South Tyrolean Easter traditions

South Tyrolean Easter traditions

Palm Donkey, Palm Bouquets & Egg tapping

Easter traditions in South Tyrol begin as early as Palm Sunday, when the last person to get out of bed that morning is crowned the "Palm Donkey."

In church, the so-called palm bouquets or palm brooms are then blessed. These are festively decorated sticks adorned with pussy willows, olive branches, spring flowers, ribbons, and beautifully decorated Easter eggs.

The tradition is meant to remind us of how the people of Jerusalem once honored Jesus. And if a thunderstorm arises, these blessed branches are thrown into the home’s fireplace as a kind of heavenly lightning rod to protect the house and farm.

Just four days later, on Maundy Thursday, we are busy with the traditional task of dyeing Easter eggs. Then comes Good Friday, marked by strict fasting. But the real joy is just around the corner: Easter! And for children, it brings not only colorful eggs but also sweet surprises from the Easter Bunny.

Easter also includes another delicious tradition known as the "Blessed Feast." In church, a variety of treats like Easter bread, Easter ham, horseradish, and beautifully decorated Easter eggs are blessed and then savored at home.

Speaking of Easter eggs, they are not just for display, but also put to the ultimate test in a game called "egg tapping." Who chose the toughest egg? The duel begins, egg against egg—first with the pointed ends, then with the rounded sides. A battle of the eggs! And Easter in South Tyrol would not be complete without traditional Easter concerts by local brass bands and many other springtime festivities.
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🎉 Der Naturnser Gourmetherbst geht in die nächste Runde!🍇🍷
Vom 18. Oktober bis 22. November dreht sich in Naturns alles um Wein & Genuss!

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👉 Jetzt vormerken und dabei sein!

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🎉 L’autunno gourmet di Naturno è tornato! 🍇🍷
Dal 18 ottobre al 22 novembre, a Naturno è tutto dedicato al vino e al gusto!

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Herbstzauber in Naturns!🧡
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Magia d’autunno a Naturno!🧡

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🍂 Wandergenuss für die ganze Familie – auch im Frühherbst! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Die Temperaturen sind angenehm, die Fernsicht ist klar – der Meraner Höhenweg am Sonnenberg von Naturns zeigt sich im Frühherbst von seiner schönsten Seite! 🌞

Ob gemütliche Etappen mit den Kleinen oder etwas sportlichere Abschnitte – hier findet jede Familie die passende Route.🥾
Und das Beste: Unterwegs laden urige Hütten zur Einkehr ein – mit Südtiroler Spezialitäten, hausgemachten Säften und traumhaften Ausblicken! 😍🏞️🍽️

Hütten: https://www.merano-suedtirol.it/de/naturns/aktiv-entspannen/wandern-bergsteigen/huetten.html

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🍂 Il piacere delle escursioni per tutta la famiglia – anche in autunno inoltrato! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🥾

Le temperature sono piacevoli, la vista è limpida – l'Alta via di Merano sul Monte Sole di Naturno si presenta in autunno nella sua veste più affascinante!🌞

Che si tratti di tappe facili con i più piccoli o tratti un po’ più impegnativi – ogni famiglia trova qui il percorso adatto. E la cosa migliore? Lungo il cammino vi aspettano accoglienti rifugi con specialità altoatesine, succhi fatti in casa e panorami da sogno!😍🏞️🍽️

Rifugi: https://www.merano-suedtirol.it/it/naturno/relax-attivita/camminate-escursioni/rifugi.html

📸: TG Naturns_Fotostudio2000

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🎉 This Sunday it's finally happening: The "Törggelefest" in Naturns is just around the corner! 🎉

Come by and enjoy a wonderful autumn day full of tradition, delicious food, and a great atmosphere – right in the heart of Naturns on the Town Hall Square! 🍂🌰🍷

Look forward to:
✅ Traditional South Tyrolean dishes
✅ Freshly roasted chestnuts
✅ New wine
✅ Live music entertainment for young and old
(Die jungen Psairer & die Vinschger) 🎶

📍 Where? Town Hall Square, Naturns
🕥 When? Sunday, October 12 – starting at 10:30 AM
🎟 Free entry!

‼️ Please note: The event will be cancelled in case of bad weather.

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