Tag: Törggelen

Törggelen is almost a fifth season in South Tyrol. The red and yellow autumn leaves before your eyes, hiking boots on your feet and young wine in your glass: these three factors are an essential part of the traditional Törggele time. This custom lasts from the beginning of October to the end of November every year, during which the wine taverns and farm taverns promise enjoyment and conviviality. Törggelen has its origins in the wine cellars of South Tyrol, the northernmost region of Italy. The name comes from the word “Torggl” – the name for a traditional wine press around which winegrowers and guests used to gather to taste the new wine of the season and celebrate the grape harvest. Classic dishes: the Törggele menu A classic Törggele menu consists of regional specialties such as barley soup, followed by hearty main courses such as South Tyrolean speck, smoked sausages or a hearty meat platter with sauerkraut and dumplings. Sweet highlight: roasted chestnuts and sweet doughnuts filled with poppy seeds, jam or chestnuts. Sweet grape must (“Sußer”) and young wine (“Nuier”) are available to drink. 5 tips for Törggele: Reservations: As the season in South Tyrol only lasts a few weeks, it is advisable to make a reservation in advance. Especially in the evening! Hiking: Combine the culinary experience of Törggelen with a hike through autumnal South Tyrol. Dress code: Törggelen is a relaxed affair! T-shirt and jeans or hiking clothes are absolutely fine. Timing: Take your time for the multi-course Törggelen menu and don’t plan too many changes of location. Local color: Many establishments offer exclusively homemade dishes with regional ingredients. This is how you get to know the authentic cuisine of South Tyrol. However, Törggelen means more than just good food and drink. The custom also celebrates conviviality. The atmosphere in the pubs is lively and cheerful, with music and singing in the evenings in many of the rustic taverns and farmhouse inns. History meets modernity in Naturns An ideal place to experience the special Törggele time: the thermal village of Naturns in the picturesque Vinschgau Valley, one of the most beautiful valleys in South Tyrol near Meran. The special thing about Naturno is not only its geographical location in the middle of picturesque vineyards and apple orchards, but also a recently discovered natural spring with thermal water. This is said to help with rheumatic complaints and stress – and thus contributes to Naturns’ wellbeing factor.… weiterlesen