The gourmet festival
Dive into the heart of Paznaun at the Paznauner Market Day, a festival organised by the Musikkapelle Ischgl, celebrating the regional treasures of the valley. At the centre of attention is the famous Paznauner Alpine Cheese, made from pure Paznaun milk by cows that feast on only the finest grass. Discover the craftsmanship of 10 mountain pastures and 3 valley dairies as they bring their unique cheese directly to Ischgl. But there’s more to savour: the festival ground offers a plethora of delicacies besides delicious dairy products, including bread, bacon, honey, spirits, liqueurs, and more. Local exhibitors enhance the culinary festival with a range of traditional and modern crafts, from pine cushions to wooden jewellery and felt bags.
An highlight is the large marquee of the Musikkapelle Ischgl, where food and drink as well as musical entertainment by numerous guest bands will ensure a great atmosphere.
The festival programme
Dive into the summer highlight that offers much more than just culinary delights. Traditionally, the market day begins with a festive parade of brass bands, followed by the official opening by distinguished guests. Afterwards, a colourful programme awaits you: participate in the election of the Cheese Queen 2024, enjoy a diverse children's animation programme with the Experience Club Paznaun and the Ischgl Mountain Rescue climbing tower, and be captivated by a cooking show with the award-winning chef Martin Sieberer. Around and inside the large festival tent, the Musikkapelle Ischgl provides culinary and musical highlights throughout the day – a true family experience!
- When: 31 August from 10:30 am
- Where: Silvrettaparkplatz in Ischgl
- What: Traditional festival with culinary delights, market stalls, children's programme and pleasant sounds.
Children animation programme: with the Experience Club Paznaun & climbing tower with the Ischgl Mountain Rescue Service
- 10:30 am: Entry of the brass bands Musikkapelle Navis and Bundesmusikkapelle Mariatal (through the Dorfstraße, starting at the Tourist Information Office)
- 11:00 am: Opening of the market day by the guests of honour with cheese cutting and beer tapping
- SPEECHES by the guests of honour
- ELECTION OF THE CHEESE QUEEN 2024
- from 11.00 am:
- CHILDREN'S ANIMATION PROGRAMME with the Experience Club Paznaun
- Climbing tower with the Ischgl Mountain Rescue Service
- 11:30 am: Morning pint concert by the Musikkapelle Navis
- 01:30 pm: Concert by the Bundesmusikkapelle Mariatal
- 03:00 pm: Show cooking with chef de cuisine Martin Sieberer
- 03:30 pm: Jugendböhmische des Gadertales
- 04:30 pm: Entertainment with "7er Tragl"
- from 08.30 pm: „Südtiroler Rifflblech – Riffl XL“
