Lakes & nature
Lake Kaltern
Kaltern on the Wine Road
The Lake Kaltern is located on the Wine Road, around 9 kilometres south of St. Michael | Eppan. It is situated 216 meters above sea level and gives its name to the wine made from the Vernatsch-grapes, which are grown in the nearby surroundings.
Topography
The lake Kaltern is 1.8 kilometres long and almost 1 kilometre wide, which equates a surface of 155 hectares. It is filled in a shallow basin and therefore it is only 5.6 meters deep and that is the reason why South Tyrol biggest natural swimming lake gets heated up very quickly.
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Utilization:
In the south of the lake a reed bed area is situated, which shows a multifaceted offer of seldom birds and sweep animals and is as well a nature reserve.
The other part of Lake Kaltern is more developed for tourism and especially on the east and west shore you find swimming areas, restaurants, hotels, car parks as well as two campsites near the lake.
You can enjoy a wide sport program for windsurfing, kite surfing, stand up paddling and sailing. Furthermore, you can rent rowing or pedal boats. Motorboats are forbidden. To run, hike or with the bike you can use the signposted walking path around Lake Kaltern.
Music nights
The evening concerts are very popular with guests and locals.
Long Wednesday for Kids
The Long Wednesday for Kids is a special program that offers children the opportunity to take part in various activities and events. From creative workshops to sporting activities - there is something for everyone.
Long Wednesday
Enjoying, shopping, strolling and a good glass of wine - the Long Wednesdays in St. Michael | Eppan invites You to the centre of St. Michael on wednesdays in July and August.
WineCultureWeeks
In the idyllic alleys of the wine village, everything revolves around the noble drop and the series of events delights wine connoisseurs, culture lovers and pampered palates.
WineSounds on the Freudenstein Castle
The varied program is complemented by exciting works from the world of music and promises to leave nothing to be desired.
Michelangeli Concert of the Piano Academy Eppan
This year, the Michelangeli Prize, endowed with 5,000 euros, will once again be awarded by the public and provided by the municipality of Eppan.