Feuerwehrfest Niedervintl

The Feuerwehrfest in Niedervintl

The Feuerwehrfest Niedervintl is the festival promoted by the Volunteer Firefighters (in German Freiwillige Feuerwehr) of the village of Niedervintl / Vandoies di Sotto, in the municipality of Vandoies (Vintl), in the province of Bolzano, nestled in the heart of the Puster Valley in Trentino-Alto Adige. It is one of those events that define the summer in small South Tyrolean villages, where the volunteer fire brigade opens its doors to the community for a day of conviviality.

A South Tyrolean tradition of volunteering

In South Tyrol, the Volunteer Firefighters are a pillar of village life: every district has its own brigade, composed entirely of citizens who dedicate their time and energy to the safety of the community. The firefighters' festivals (Feuerwehrfeste) are the moment when the village thanks its volunteers while simultaneously helping to support the brigade's activities. The municipality of Vandoies has several fire brigades, including those of Niedervintl, Obervintl, Weitental, and Pfunders.

Atmosphere and program

The festival typically takes place on a day in late spring or summer, featuring lunch with friends, gastronomic specialties from Puster Valley cuisine, beer and drinks at the bar, musical accompaniment, and an informal, family-friendly atmosphere. It is an event designed for all ages, where residents and visitors can meet in a genuine setting and get to know the world of volunteer firefighting up close.

• Lunch and South Tyrolean gastronomic specialties
• Bar with beer and refreshments
• Entertainment and live music
• A meeting point for families and the community

Where it takes place

The event is held in Niedervintl (Vandoies di Sotto), a village in the municipality of Vandoies, easily accessible along the Puster Valley. The village is located in a scenic position between Bressanone and Brunico, in one of the most characteristic valleys of South Tyrol.