Meran Spring in Schenna

Where the Mediterranean joins the Alps

As Nature reawakens from its winter slumber, the vegetation around Meran/Merano takes on vivid colours. With the magnificent Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle set to reopen in April, apple blossoms beckon and the inviting Waalwege water-canal trails above the valley are ideal for brisk springtime walks. Together with its satellite villages (Schenna/Scena, Naturns/Naturno, Algund/Lagundo & Partschins/Parcines), the famed Spa town on the Passer river promises a varied events programme under the banner Meran in Spring. This includes farm markets and flower festivals, organised hikes, artistic botanical gardens, live workshops and music performances, besides a light seasonal cuisine to tickle the palate.

EVENT HIGHLIGHT in Meran

Between 22nd – 25th April 2022, the "Merano Flower Festival" is the event highlight. Its eye-catching floral installations and fascinating garden landscapes attract representatives of preeminent Italian and foreign nurseries alike.

EVENTS IN Schenna

The 14th May matinée event at Schenna Castle promises plenty of fun and live music. Refined Thurnerhof delicacies and locally-produced bubbly beverages can be tasted to the jazzy sounds of the Swinging Evergreens Band. Herbalist Jutta Tappeiner Ebner from South Tyrol conducts specialised workshops centred on the wonderful world of roses, presenting exclusive rose-petal products, which visitors can try and purchase.

Local products and delicacies including special seeds, herbs and botanical rarities can be found at the UnKräutermarktl Herbs and Weeds Market on Raiffeisen square in the village centre on 15th May. In addition, there’s a lot to learn about the multiple uses of wild herbs – both in the kitchen as well as in the field of herbal medicine. A special children’s programme, including a creative play corner, a beauty parlour for mini-princesses, a petting zoo with pony rides, as well as traditional Maypole carving – are sure to delight the younger set!

Monday to Friday	08:00 am to noon 01:00 pm to 05:00 pm
Saturday	08:30 am to noon
Sunday	closed