Terento – The granary of the Val Pusteria

Experience old traditions up close!

In order to keep this old tradition alive, every year Terento celebrates the “’s Terner Schmelzpfandl” (The Terento Melting Pot). The event series includes several festivities, which are hosted throughout the year. Among others, the colourful Mill Festival invites guests and locals to enjoy an easy walk to the ancient corn mills. During the visitation, the authentic rural life of our forefathers is brought back to life. You can take part in baking bread and taste the typical “farm kitchen” with “Schmarrn, doughnuts and polenta. Different musicians and “Schuhplattler” will create a delightful atmosphere. The beginning of the harvest is another great occasion to celebrate! We will hike together to a farm, where we bake some nice bread in a rustic farm oven. Also on this occasion, a visit to the corn mills is on the agenda. Then it is time to bring in the harvest! A culinary delight will be served by the Terner Bauernkuchl (Farmer Kitchen). Beside the wonderful dishes from grandma’s cook book, Terento offers numerous activities during ten days. These include among others farm and culture hikes as well as a farmers’ markets. The yearly “Almabtrieb” – the return of the cattle from the mountains – is an absolute highlight. Beautifully adorned cows, sheep, donkey and calves are herded from the high meadows to the warm barns in the valley. The sound of the bells which are hung around the necks of the animals and the accompanying music make this march an unforgettable celebration! A farmers’ market is part of this event and provides everyone with South Tyrolean specialities and locally harvested products.