When the first leaves begin to change colour, the grapes are harvested and the scent of roasted chestnuts slowly fills the traditional South Tyrolean farmhouses, a very special time of year begins – a season many people look forward to every year: the Törggelen season.
It belongs to autumn just like fresh mountain air, long hikes and the warm colours of the landscape. It is a wonderful opportunity to discover South Tyrol from its most authentic and indulgent side.
A tradition with history
Törggelen has its origins in the Eisacktal Valley. After the grape harvest, the young wine was tasted and people gathered together for a meal – often directly at the farms where the wine was produced. The name itself tells this story: “Törggelen” comes from the word “Torggl”, the traditional wine press.
What was once closely connected to harvesting, farming and winemaking has remained one of South Tyrol’s most popular autumn traditions. And the beautiful thing about it: it is not only about the food. It is about coming together, enjoying cosy moments, celebrating regional products and taking time to spend with each other.
What is served during a Törggelen evening?
You should definitely arrive with a good appetite. Depending on the farm or traditional tavern, the evening often begins with South Tyrolean specialities such as speck, cheese, barley soup or Schlutzkrapfen. Afterwards, hearty classics follow, including homemade sausages, cured pork, dumplings and sauerkraut.
And at the end of the meal, two things are almost impossible to miss: sweet Krapfen pastries and freshly roasted chestnuts.
Traditionally, fresh grape must or young wine is served alongside. Simple, regional and exactly what makes the experience so special.
Our tip: an autumn excursion into the Eisacktal Valley
From Panorama Living Dolomites, the Törggelen season can be wonderfully combined with an excursion towards Klausen, Feldthurns or Brixen. Here, numerous traditional farms and taverns are nestled among vineyards and chestnut groves.
We especially love the combination of activity and indulgence: first exploring the autumn landscape on foot, enjoying the clear air and beautiful views – and then stopping for a cosy meal afterwards. This is exactly how a perfect South Tyrolean autumn day should feel.
A special experience awaits this year from 18 to 20 September 2026 in Klausen: during the Gassltörggelen, the historic town centre transforms into a large open-air Törggelen tavern for an entire weekend – with South Tyrolean specialities, Eisacktal wines and plenty of living tradition.
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