When to Visit Tirol: A Month By Month Guide: October – Our Tips for the All-Rounder Month
Updated on 09.10.2024 in Recommendations
What do murders, apples and bicycles have in common? The answer can be found in October, the all-rounder month. The Tirol Crime Fiction Festival brings together the stars of the crime writing scene, while harvest festivals taking place across the region give both visitors and locals alike the chance to sample some of the finest produce from Tirol. After all that hearty food, it is high time for a little outdoor activity – and the mild month of October provides the perfect conditions to enjoy some late-season sport before winter arrives.
Sport in October
Autumns are often glorious in Tirol, with warm temperatures and bright sunshine right through until the end of October. One thing is for sure: nature shows itself from its most beautiful and spectacular side before the cold weather arrives and the first snowfalls of the season coat the region in a thick layer of white. The golden autumn, as it is often referred to here, is widely considered the best time of year for hiking. Popular destinations for an Indian summer adventure include the stunning Ahornboden with its centuries-old maple trees. The Großer Ahornboden is often very busy, but the nearby Kleiner Ahornboden is no less spectacular and offers a little more peace and quiet. This high alpine woodland near the German border with trees 300-600 years old is an absolute must in autumn. Those who prefer two wheels to two legs should head to the Bikepark Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis. In autumn it offers a special programme of events and activities where riders can enjoy a few final sessions in the spectacular landscape before the resort is transformed into one of Tirol’s best ski areas. Talking of skiing, powder junkies who simply can’t wait for the snow to arrive down in the valley can enjoy top conditions from late September in Tirol’s five glacier ski resorts.
Culture in October
Autumn festivals have a long tradition in villages such as Stanz, Haiming and Hall. Haiming is home to the largest harvest market of its kind in Tirol. The festival revolves mainly around apples in their many wonderful forms – little surprise considering that no village in Tirol produces more fruit than Haiming. As well as a huge range of apples, the market stalls offer a wide selection of vegetables and other delicious delicacies from the region. As October progresses, the days become shorter and the weather becomes wilder. With the nights drawing in, many people enjoy settling down on the sofa with a good book. Readers who enjoy their fiction like their steaks – bloody – should definitely not miss out on the Tirolean Crime Fiction Festival.
Benjamin Stolz lives and loves the contrasts of Tirol. Despite being born and raised in this mountainous region, he is afraid of heights. He is a paper-loving online blogger, a city dweller from the countryside and a firm believer that there is more to discover in Tirol than you might think.
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