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Once again, people from all over the country and beyond are making their way to Bruneck, drawn by the energy, the music and the magic of coming together. Days turn into nights, moments shared with friends, strangers becoming family and memories that last far beyond the festival. Tickets: crazycastle.it

Saturday: Cortina Via Ferrata An exciting via ferrata adventure above the Olympic town of Cortina d’Ampezzo. The route leads to the historic Monte Castello, first passing through impressive World War I tunnels before continuing on a well-secured via ferrata to the summit. At the top, historic military positions and a breathtaking panoramic view of some of the most famous peaks in the Dolomites await – a unique blend of nature, history, and alpine adventure. Meeting point: 08:00 a.m., Globo Alpin office Duration: approx. 7 hours Difficulty: via ferrata grade B/C Suitable for experienced hikers & summit lovers Price: €150 per person (min. 3 – max. 6 participants), family discount: 4 people, 1 free Rental equipment and organization included Individual tours available on request.

Woman in art - drawing contest for woman only Registration: Tourist board Innichen/San Candido Limited number of participants

The Giro Bike Tour promises riding fun, nature and spectacular trails in the heart of the Sexten Dolomites. Our experienced and qualified mountain bike guides accompany you with expertise and passion on unforgettable biking adventures, always with a focus on safety, fun and impressive tours in an alpine setting.

We start at the Outdoor Center in Reischach and drive above the Rienz Gorge to Olang. From there we take the panoramic path to the forest road that leads us to the Lanzwiese Alm at 1823m. The Lanzwiese is an ideal excursion destination - traditional farmhouse cuisine - unique view of the Olang mountains. After an extensive rest with food and drink we return to Reischach to the starting point. Duration: 5 h Difficulty: easy-medium Altitude difference: 1.150 m Lenght: 35 km Rest stop: yes Contribution: 15,00 € with Kronplatz Guest Pass Bruneck / 30,00 € without Guest Pass; please bring it to the meeting point! Costs rental: E-bike and equipment 55,00 €.

Three days of festival entertainment at the village festival in Taisten: from Friday to Sunday, visitors can look forward to a varied programme with musical performances – from traditional folk music to modern DJ beats – as well as delicious regional specialities. The local associations provide entertainment, attractions, a children’s programme and a welcoming atmosphere. A special highlight is the grand parade on Sunday at 11:00 am. under the motto “Traditional, musical, original and authentic”, where the village presents itself in all its diversity. Highlights: Friday grand festival opening at 05:00 pm., Saturday from 03:00 pm. farmers’ and crafts market, Sunday at 11:00 am. grand parade. Plus three days of party atmosphere and entertainment throughout the village.

A special highlight of this year’s village festival in Taisten is the farmers’ and crafts market, offered on Saturday as part of the supporting programme. From 03:00 to 09:00 pm., regional producers, craftspeople and exhibitors will present their products and creations. Visitors can stroll through the market, discover local products, get to know traditional crafts and taste regional specialities. The market enriches the festival with variety, tradition and regional character, offering an interesting insight into rural life, craftsmanship and local creativity.

On July 18, 2026, Marc & Damian will perform as part of Sexten Mountain & Music at the Weinstube Mühle. With their lively sound and a varied selection of songs, they will create an engaging and enjoyable musical evening.

This literary event takes place in the picturesque setting of the Casa Michael Pacher and offers authors and journalists a platform to present their work. In italian language.

Traditional summer festival of the Niederrasen Firefighters with live music and regional specialities.

Gustav Mahler Music Weeks Toblach 2026 The 45th Gustav Mahler Music Weeks will take place in Toblach from 11 July to 5 September 2026 under the theme “The Beginning.” Alongside long-standing Artistic Director Josef Lanz, Dirk Kaftan will shape the festival programme for the first time. Highlights include concerts by the Deutsche Staatsphilharmonie Rheinland-Pfalz, the Beethoven Orchestra Bonn, and the Haydn Orchestra of Bolzano and Trento, as well as performances by promising young international artists. The programme is complemented by lectures, a symposium, the traditional hike to Gustav Mahler’s composing hut, and special encounters with guests such as Massimo Cacciari and Reinhold Messner. The concerts take place in the Gustav Mahler Hall of the Grand Hotel Cultural Centre Toblach, surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of the Dolomites. Programme 2026: 11 July 2026 | 6:00 pm German State Philharmonic Orchestra of Rhineland-Palatinate Michael Francis, Chief Conductor 13 July 2026 | 6:00 pm Trio Orelon – Judith Stapf (violin), Arnau Rovira i Bascompte (cello), Marco Sanna (piano) 14 July 2026 | 6:00 pm Windkraft – Ensemble for Contemporary Music Michael Cede (flute), Kasper de Roo (conductor) 15 July 2026 | 6:00 pm Korossy Quartet with Valentin Magyar (piano) 16 July 2026 | 3:30 pm | Hall of Mirrors Lecture: Paul Naredi-Rainer – “Ab Initio… On Beginnings in the Arts” 16 July 2026 | 6:00 pm Sepski Botond & Valentin Magyar, piano 17 July 2026 | 3:30 pm | Hall of Mirrors Lecture: Sybille Werner 17 July 2026 | 6:00 pm Beethoven Orchestra Bonn (Orchestra in Residence) Jonian Ilias Kadesha (violin), Dirk Kaftan (conductor) 18 July 2026 | 3:30 pm Lecture: Massimo Cacciari 18 July 2026 | 6:00 pm Beethoven Orchestra Bonn Jonian Ilias Kadesha (violin), Dirk Kaftan (conductor) 21 July 2026 | 6:00 pm Haydn Orchestra of Bolzano and Trento Michele Mariotti (conductor), Hasmik Torosyan (soprano) 22 July 2026 | 6:00 pm Julian Kainrath (violin) & Anton Gerzenberg (piano) 23 July 2026 | 6:00 pm | Kulturkeller Lecture Concert with Alexandra Segal (piano) 25 July 2026 | 6:00 pm Mahler Orchestra Toblach Sybille Werner (conductor), Verena Kronbichler (mezzo-soprano) 26 July 2026 | 8:00 pm | Grand Hotel Park Toblach Wind Band Sigisbert Mutschlechner (conductor) 1 August 2026 | 6:00 pm Music Academy of the German National Academic Foundation 8 August 2026 | 6:00 pm Bavarian State Youth Orchestra Ustina Dubitsky (conductor) 5 September 2026 | 6:00 pm Gustav Mahler Academy Philipp von Steinaecker (conductor)

The overture to 'The Sea Hawk' and the Violin Concerto showcase the colourful style of Erich Wolfgang Korngold, one of Hollywood's most influential film composers. In Gustav Mahler's popular Symphony No. 1, sounds of nature, folk-like melodies, and powerful crescendos form a multi-layered soundscape ranging from poetic idyll and subtle irony to a dramatic finale. Dirk Kaftan has been General Music Director of the Beethoven Orchester Bonn and Bonn Opera since 2017. As a sought-after guest conductor, he works with renowned orchestras and opera houses, including the Vienna Symphony, the KBS Symphony Orchestra Seoul, the Bamberg Symphony, and the NDR Radiophilharmonie. Violin: Jonian Ilias Kadesha Conductor: Dirk Kaftan Programme: Erich Wolfgang Korngold Overture to 'The Sea Hawk' Violin Concerto in D major Gustav Mahler Symphony No. 1 in D major