Ballermann Fete

A Mallorca-themed night on the Salto plateau

The Ballermann Fete is one of the most anticipated summer events in Verschneid, a village within the municipality of Meltina/Mölten in the province of Bolzano, nestled in the heart of the Salto plateau in Trentino-Alto Adige. With its motto "Sommer, Sonne, Inselparty" (Summer, Sun, Island Party), the event brings the carefree, festive spirit of Mallorca’s famous beach parties to an altitude of over a thousand meters.

Music, parties, and island vibes

The heart of the event is the party music: massive summer hits, Ballermann-Hits anthems, and the Schlager and pop repertoire that has long defined dance nights for young South Tyroleans. The "Schnappboden" festival grounds are equipped with bars, food stalls, and a dance area, creating an open-air experience that blends dancing, socializing, and delicious mountain cuisine.

Organized by the Volkstanzgruppe Mölten

The festival is promoted and managed by the Volkstanzgruppe Mölten, the local folk dance group. Alongside their traditional activities, they host this younger, more informal summer event. Proceeds help support the association's work, making the evening a meaningful contribution to the local community.

A summer highlight for the entire valley

Set against the lush green backdrop of the plateau, surrounded by the forests and meadows of Meltina, the Ballermann Fete has become an early summer classic for the residents of Verschneid and neighboring villages. The contrast between the alpine landscape of the Salto and the beach-party music creates a unique atmosphere that has become the event's hallmark, attracting a large and loyal crowd year after year.

Verschneid: Tradition meets celebration

Verschneid is the highest village in the Meltina area, perched over a thousand meters above sea level on the plateau overlooking the Bolzano basin. Here, community life revolves around local associations—from the brass band and the volunteer fire department to the Volkstanzgruppe itself—which organize numerous events throughout the year. The Ballermann Fete stands out as the most vibrant and youthful addition to this calendar, successfully blending Tyrolean folk tradition with the summer spirit of fun. Visitors heading up to Verschneid for the party will find not only music and dancing but also the warm hospitality typical of a small mountain village opening its doors to guests from across the Bolzano region.