Bauernfestl in Teis

A farmers' festival in the heart of the Val di Funes

The Bauernfestl in Teis is one of the most authentic and beloved events in the South Tyrolean autumn calendar. It takes place in the village of Tiso (Teis), at the gateway to the famous Val di Funes, in the municipality of Funes/Villnöß, in the province of Bolzano (Trentino-Alto Adige region). For an entire day, the village square, the Dorfplatz, comes alive with the sights and skills of traditional rural life, offering visitors of all ages a deep dive into the valley's most genuine traditions.

Ancient crafts and trades

The heart of the event is the rediscovery of traditional rural crafts. Along the stalls set up in the square, artisans and farmers demonstrate techniques that might otherwise be lost:

• traditional bread baking, using authentic mountain recipes;
• weaving of baskets, hats, and wickerwork;
• pottery, felting, and wood carving;
• grain threshing using antique tools.

The most anticipated attraction, especially for children, is the sheep shearing: after shearing, the wool is processed and transformed into felt and the traditional Potschn, the typical South Tyrolean winter footwear.

Farmers' market and mountain flavors

The event also features a farmers' market, offering fruit, vegetables, and typical products from the valley, where you can buy directly from local producers. The day is complemented by the specialties of South Tyrolean rural cuisine, carefully prepared according to traditional recipes for a moment of authentic gastronomic pleasure in the open air.

Music, dance, and folklore

The Bauernfestl is brought to life by various musical groups, folk dancers, and traditional performances that evoke the atmosphere of village festivals of the past. The event is organized by the Tiso Brass Band (Musikkapelle Teis), which uses this festival to keep the community's roots alive. The event, which is also part of the Gallo Rosso (Roter Hahn) quality seal circuit, takes place rain or shine.

A date with tradition

Set at the foot of the spectacular Odle peaks, the Bauernfestl in Teis is much more than just a festival: it is an opportunity to experience the rural culture of the Val di Funes up close, in one of the most picturesque settings in the Dolomites. An event designed for the whole family, blending tradition, craftsmanship, taste, and conviviality.