TESANA – Time for Yourself

A wellness break at the foot of Mount Luco

TESANA – Time for Yourself is the spring wellness festival that brings the municipality of Tisens and the village of Prissian to life in the heart of the Merano region, in South Tyrol. The name combines the concept of "AusZEIT" (time for yourself) with a diverse program of nature and health-focused activities that, every year from late March to mid-June, turn this lush green village into a sanctuary for rejuvenation.

The theme: unplug and reconnect

The event's motto is simple: clear your mind, do something good for yourself, and restore balance to your body, mind, and spirit. Dozens of sessions led by local experts revolve around this idea, designed to help you rediscover the value of what nature offers and learn how to incorporate it into your daily life.

Programmed experiences

• Wild herb hikes: botanical walks around Großkemathof, Vorbichl, and towards Schmiedlalm to identify and gather spring herbs.
• Bird-song walks: guided outings dedicated to the local birdlife of the Merano area.
• Forest bathing, yoga, Pilates, and Kneipp paths: practices for mindful movement and inner well-being.
• Scenic breakfast at Großkemathof in Prissian, featuring local products.
• Land art workshops and creative sessions using natural materials.
• Quality food encounters: from making "Mein Joghurt" to tastings of artisanal juices and syrups from Ansitz Lidl.

TESANA products and herb-based cuisine

During the festival, a network of participating farms and restaurants offers TESANA products—including wild garlic bread and cheese, herbal tea, and the TESANA drink—alongside seasonal menus based on spring herbs, known as "green delights." Participating venues include Restaurant Natz, Gfrillerhof, Prissianerhof, Restaurant Zur Brücke, Café Restaurant Camping Tisens, Hotel Mohren, and Restaurant Tirolensis.

Key highlights

Among the most anticipated moments are the evocative Magische Walpurgisnacht auf St. Hippolyt, the witches' night celebrated at an ancient power site with fire, incense, and music, and the FrühlingsSchmaus & Pflanzentausch in the town square of Tisens, featuring tastings, local product sales, and a plant swap.

A green village in the Merano region

Nestled among apple orchards, chestnut groves, and scenic trails at the foot of Mount Luco (Laugen), Tisens-Prissian is an ideal destination for those seeking the South Tyrolean spring away from the crowds. TESANA enhances this natural vocation by blending farming traditions, herbal culture, and slow tourism, organized by the Tourismusverein Tisens-Prissian.