Wattens: 2013

ADVENT & WINTER FAIRYTALE "From the cornucopia of Mrs. Percht"

Saturday, 07 December 2013, at 18:00, Gasthofsäge, Wattenberg

Winter Fairy Tales and Legends for Christmas

A fairytale walk under the stars with the storyteller Helmut Wittmann: In the glow of lanterns of the golden apples of the forest woman there is talk of the dream and the tailor, of the power of desire and the magic of the winter night.

Angela Stummer weaves in the stories of the sound of the harp. Franz Bernegger plays to the whistle and Bock invites you to sing along.

Together with hilarious yodelling and fresh, ancient, little known, songs are played at Christmas time.

A magical evening which the elder, such as youngster, will enjoy playing.

An experience for young and old fairy friends from 5 years.

Price per person € 12, children under 12 receive a 50% discount.

Appointment NECESSARY!

Raiffeisenbank Wattens Clubbing

Date: 25/10/2013

Location: Gasthof Goldener Adler

Free admission!

Fable mystery path of Tyrolean trade Zoo

Do you love animals? ...

Friday, 20th September 2013 from 10:00 - 13:00 for school groups (by appointment!), from 13:00 - 15:00 for families with children

Innsbruck Old Town: Meet at Golden Roof

Prepare yourself for hamster, bird, fish, snake and mouse - all waiting for you in the old town of Innsbruck - distributed to stations. But not only that - they are all familiar with incredible stories. And what is particularly amazing: They tell you these stories themselves! These fable mystery path of Tyrolean pet shops you can experience through the voices of storytellers, what adventures they have to pass and what wonderful things have happened to them, for example: like the mouse frees the lion!

To accompany the circle hiking through the old town of Innsbruck, participants receive at the beginning the animal fable mystery Pass. After each story is also an appropriate question.

After the tour is obtained with the correct solution word even the opportunity to win numerous prizes.

First Tour of the animal fable mystery path starts from 10:00, then every quarter hour, last tour is at 15:00.

Alternate date in case of rain is Friday, the 27th September 2013.

Admission free!

"Fuss about Mrs. Holle" - a fairytale journey in the footsteps of the Brothers Grimm

ZAUBERWALD

Saturday and Sunday, 24/25. August 2013, running from 13:00 clock - Tales center Guesthouse Vögelsberg, Wattens

There is a terrible mess in the enchanted forest. Since Mrs. Holle is gone, the weather acts up and is no longer in place. Even the poor princess has already passed laughing. But who is to blame? Is it an evil desire, or even an unsuccessful spell? The witch protested her innocence and also the gray wolf knows nothing. Dear children and adults from the human world, please help us to solve the mystery and restore the order in the enchanted forest!

First hike at 13 clock, then every 15 minutes - last hike by 17:00.

Admission includes transfer: Adults: 12 Euro, children aged 6 to 12 years: 8 euros, children aged 1 to 5 years: 5 euros, with a family ticket: 27 euros

Reservation recommended!

Manuscript: Claudia Eder Mayr

Director: Ayla Antheunisse

Tour Duration: 90 minutes.

Wattens FAIRY TALE AND FAUNTASIE NIGHT

Friday, 02, 2013 August at 20:30 - at the pavilion of Wattens

The festival begins with the opening greeting to the visitors by the mayor of the town of Wattens Hr. KR.Franz Troppmair.

The highlight of the evening is the fabulous performance of the Munich dream theater group ZickZack. A special kind of theater on stilts, saxophone, lyrical texts and poetic images.

With Faun, Pan, nymphs and mythical creatures. Fantastic costumes!

An opulent feast of the senses! Faunus - god of the forest - half human, half animal.

The Green Fairy of grove: Arkadia, the green wood nymph. The last white unicorn, the Elves of Light, Pan, the son of the Faun.

Admission Free!

AWARDING OF TYROLEAN FAIRY TALE PRIZE

AWARDING OF TYROLEAN FAIRY TALE PRIZE
Friday 21, June 2013 by 16 clock - ORF Studio Tyrol, Broadcasting House Innsbruck

Every year, Tyrolean Legends & Fairy Tales Festival held the tender for participation in a fairy tale essay and drawing competition in which all required students from Tyrol and South Tyrol in particular age groups participate. A considerable jury has every year, without doubt, difficult task of determining ten winners among the numerous entries in each category. The names of respective ten nominees in each category are presented from the 31st May 2013 on the Fairytale Festival website. The winning order, however, will be given only during the awards ceremony. Then, as well, the individual works of the nominees and winners will be presented in more detail. The first three winners in each category will receive valuable Crystal Figurines from Swarovski, and a voucher to attend a program of the Crystalline workshop (workshop at the Swarovski Crystal Worlds), the winner of the places four to ten will receive fabulous prizes, the award is made by: Dr. Beate Palfrader, Minister of Education and Culture, Dr. Hans Lintner, acting president of the State Board of Education Tyrol, KR Troppmair Franz, mayor of the town of Wattens, Renate Grober, Swarovski, Veronika Mühlbacher-Preyer, TYROLEAN INSURANCE. Musical accompaniment to the award ceremony will be the popular group "Bluatschink" from the Ausserfern.

Spring Musik Concert with the Swarovski, Wattens

on Wednesday, 1 May 2013, 18.00

In the house of Marie Swarovski, Wattens

Voluntary donations!

Conductor: Günther Klausner

Soloist: Harald Passerini, flugelhorn

Chair: Rudi Gamper

* Windschnur - Sepp * - Concert with guitarist and singer from Klausen

On Friday, 26/04/2013, 20.00

Father Gapp Hall house

Voluntary donations!

BIOGRAPHY:

Sepp Messner's musical history began in the mid 60s. His first band was called "The Fellows". Then Sepp and Rabensteiner brothers established "Steve's group", and continued professional way. They were the first to beat beyond the borders of South Tyrol formation along with the then well-known British group "The Renegades". At that time he wrote the first album. After "Steve's Group", Sepp played in the 70s in the dance band "Souvenirs" for years, and dedicated to his 2nd occupation, painting. In 1973., he started a family and a successful business. Nevertheless, he always helped out at the "Gufidauner" band. From this collaboration came the big band "Eisacktaler-musicians", which was founded by his brother. In the same time was born the idea to write funny dialect texts, and to wrap them in lively rhythms. The "Minstrels" were born. Between 1978. and 1979. came 2 cassettes that today only have sentimental value. From the mid 80s, Sepp played only for the fun of joy without appearances. The "Songs from South Tyrol" Sepp took after long discussions and persuasion in the studio where "Af'n Ball" was recorded for the first time. Participation in the first "Songs from South Tyrol" concert tour made the Sepp, who from then on was called after the name of his home farm, Sepp Messner "Windschnur" rapidly known. Soon he gathered up his old musician friends and formed a band with them. It followed tours, radio and television appearances and a live CD. In 1994, the 2nd CD "Live in Klausen" was recorded, and further 4 CD's in the next few years.

Exhibition of artists from Wattens

10 years K.A.U.M., artists from municipality of Wattens

Multifunctional building, Oberdorf, banquet hall

26.-28.4.2013

Opening times: daily from 16.00 - 20.00

Sunday: 10:00 to 12:00 and from 16.00 - 20.00

Opening of the exhibition: Thursday, 25.04.2013, 20.00

Artists:

Monika Abendstein, Hans Appler, Martin Aufschnaiter, Sieghart F. Bader, Peter Bauer, Gabriela Brüchert, Manfred Bülacher, Renate Ebenbichler, Barbara Fuchs, Heidi Fuchs, Mary Gahr-Vohradsky, Christoph Grud, Monika Heinzle, Lisi Krismer, Anita Laner, Christine Perktold, Wolfgang C. Puelacher, Gaby Rieser, Gottfried Scherer, Margit Schmid, Magdalena Schöser, Max Schural, Lydia & Joe Schwaninger, Heidi Black, Anni Schwenninger, Heinz Simeaner, Monika Strickner, Luise Unterhuber, Cornelia Wiedner, Helmuth Wilfling, Christian Witting and Eduard Tenschert

Majestic sound of Baroque

Majestic sound of Baroque - Jan Dismas Zelenka's Miserere ZWV 57/Missa votiva ZWV 18

Saturday, 13.04.2013, 20.00

St. Lawrence Church, Wattens

Maria Erlacher - Soprano

Martin Gauglhofer - Bass

Baroque orchestra La Sonoritá

Ewald Brandstätter - lead

Voluntary donations welcome!

Cultural event in the town of Wattens

Jan Dismas Zelenka (1679-1745) - the next Bizarre stream ...

Individually, humorous passionately, innovative and unmistakable - these are just some of the attributes with which the composer work, the born in Bohemia and Saxony at the Chapel in Dresden, as acting bassist may describe Jan Dismas Zelenka. Still, higher honor remained denied to this musical genius during his life. The highlight of his career was the appointment of the "Church Compositeur" to Dresden, ten years before his death. His music was rediscovered and revitalized in the 50s of the 20th century.

The Missa votiva was the first one in unfinished cycle of six Missae Ultimae, with whom Zelenka crowned his life's work and at the same time wanted to bring his deep religious expression. Their overall length is beyond the scope of each worship, united in their 20 sets in breathtaking ways old techniques such as fugue with new compositional developments in opera and concert.

Miserere in C minor is preparing the listener for an emotional roller coaster sensations in frighteningly-powerful input and final chorus, and a soprano aria with sensitive melodies and lively rhythms.

The performers invites you to take part in this rare opportunity to benefit in the extraordinary world of sounds and immerse yourself wrong about this long time neglected great composer!

"FIT and HEALTHY with Hildegard von Bingen"

Thursday 4th, April 2013 19:30
Father Gapp Hall, Wattens

Brigitte Pregenzer, author and Hildegard consultant provides practical, clear and easy ways how anyone can take his fortune and his health into his own hands.

Brigitte Pregenzer devoted many years of teaching Hildegard, lectures, courses and seminars and established the Academy Hildegard. Weekly radio programs and several published books, together with Brigitte Schmidle, contribute to the growing awareness of Hildegard teaching.

Swarovski Crystal Worlds

You should not miss this fantastic attraction of Wattens, because how many times have you got the opportunity to walk through the head of a water-spouting giant and experience the magic cave around the crystal material dreamland? Since its opening in 1995, the Swarovski Crystal Worlds is a magnet for all crystal enthusiasts and sensuous open-minded people. They enchant every year around 600,000 visitors! ''This place has become like a fairy tale reality for the people. They suddenly experience what they knew only from their dreams,'' says Andre Heller, the creator of the Crystal Worlds, of his work.

Protestant Church of Christ

The Protestant Church of Christ stands at the eastern entrance of Wattens and is recognized, with its attractive architectural lines, as an eloquent sign of trust and confidence. The interior is inspired by its calmness and harmony. Construction of the church, which was made possible by a land donation by Anna Swarovski, was completed in 1977.

Prehistoric settlement ''Kingdom of Heaven''

If you stand in excavations of a settlement from prehistoric times in Wattens ''Kingdom of Heaven'' and then let your gaze wander over Wattens, you get the most inspiring thoughts: You can imagine how people lived more than 2000 years ago, as far as how they developed and how refined they had invested their village. Detailed explanations of each of the houses provide information on village life in those days. At the same time the beauty of today's Inn Valley takes you under its spell.

Swarovski Company

When Daniel Swarovski looked around in Tyrol for a suitable property for its planned gemstone grinding factory, in 1895, he chose the old Loden factory of the company Rhomberg in the south of Wattens. The main reason for his decision was the right on the river flowing past Wattens, which gave him the energy he needed in the form of water power, and cooling water for its grinders. In 1900, Daniel Swarovski bought the site of the present second factory and expanded it in the following years. To optimize the energy supply, a power station was built later in Watten. Today, the ultra-modern production of synthetic gemstone and the whole operating range is located on this site.

Memorial cross at the Kreuzbichl

Wattens has a geological feature: the Kreuzbichl - now completely populated hills, actually rising from the flat Inn valley. The traditional name of this ''superior'' local part involved a cross that had to have been there earlier. In 1959, on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of the Tyrolean struggle for freedom, the town of Wattens build again a large illuminated cross that shines on holidays widely. A trip there is worthwhile, because it gives a beautiful and a pleasant view of the Kingdom of the Inn Valley at the west.

Museum of Wattens (advantages and industrial history)

With pleasant and impressive design, the Museum Wattens gives an insight into the past and the present of the town of Wattens and its environment. The rich finds from the kingdom of heaven - amphorae, tools and weapons - are to be seen here as well as an array of fascinating photos and objects that allowed the development of two large Wattens factories: Swarovski and Wattens paper factory, and document the development of the place.

Markterhebungs fountain

Childhood, youth, family and age - the stages in life of the people, present themselves on the fountain in front of St Mary's church as bronze figures in unique vivid look. At the market square of Wattens, in 1984, the artist Josef Pirkner was asked to put the memorial of a cycle of human life. In conjunction with the overflow of the water over life-size bronze figures, sitting on a cylindrical stone block, is a sensitive drama with symbolism.

St. Mary's Parish Church

''Here in Wattens, we have been very lucky. We should thank God for him and build a beautiful church.'' These words company founder Daniel Swarovski spoke on his deathbed, and according to his desire began the construction of a church in 1954. This effect timeless modern church, on the spacious Marienplatz, was completed in 1958 and dedicated to the ''Mary's Immaculate Conception''. Seemingly floating above the altar statue an artistically designed crossroads, expressive stone reliefs and a beautiful baptistery combine into perfect harmony. Sparkling crystal lights and multi-colored windows bathe the interior in light meditative.

Town hall

The City Council of Wattens, as well as the neighboring church of St. Lawrence, is one of the finest works of the municipality. Not without reason, the view from the west on these two architectural masterpieces is one of the most photographed perspectives of the place. The town hall was built in 1954 and hosts the entire municipality. On the ground floor there is a beautiful wedding hall with a crystal sparkling lights ceiling, on the first floor are the offices of the mayor, and on the second floor is the prestigious boardroom. Portraits of Wattens freeman surround the staircase. Lovingly maintained flower gardens give the Town Hall a perfect frame.

Typewriter Museum

The development of the typewriter, the culture of writing, the font and the text layout can be understand perfectly in Wattens, in Austria's unique typewriter museum . Promoting association of the Austrian word processing instructors has designed this museum with the support of the town of Wattens in 2002nd. The exhibits are truly rare and represent evidence of ingenuity and creativity of its creators.

Father Jakob Gapp crossroads

As a crossroads, it was inaugurated in June 1997, as a shortcut, and it has always gone church tradition: The trail of Wattens up to the Wattenberg was impressive wooden reliefs designed as a crossroads and dedicated to Father Jakob Gapp. Now provides the steep, scenic trail opportunities of recollection.

St. Lawrence Church

The St. Lawrence Church is an architectural gem and it enriches the center of Wattens by its beauty. Excavations, which were discovered during renovation work, as well as the name of the Church suggest that its founding dates back to Roman times. St. Lawrence Church is first mentioned in 1318. The present church, after several fires, was rebuilt in the classical style and inaugurated in 1820. Since 1983, it is commemorated by a bronze plaque to Father Jacob Gapp, as a witness of his faith, when he was executed in 1943, on the 13th August in Berlin. Father Gapp was 1996. canonized in Rome and is the patron of the lonely, the persecuted and the people in hopeless situations.

Dr. Stainer fountain

In memory of the community physician, philanthropist and archaeologist Dr. Charles Stainer, the council of Wattens had set up this charming fountain five years after his death, in 1953. Dr. Stainer was also the driving force for the development his home town which spreads behind the monument.

Daniel Swarovski monument

As a visible sign of thanks to Daniel Swarovski, the founder of modern Wattens, the council had in 1961 build a monument in the center front of the main school. Professor Gustinos Ambrosi from Prague, a famous artist and personal friend of Daniel Swarovski, created the three-meter-high statue after a demanding ancient method. Daniel Swarovski was an industry pioneer with a vision and heart. His personality was shaped by love for others, social responsibility, respect, innovation and warmth. Many remember him even today for its sympathetic and elegant appearance. His thinking and his conviction continued to live in the company's philosophy and in the town of Wattens.

Crystal column

For all those who enter by car from the Inn valley motorway in Wattens, the iridescent colors in magic crystal pillar at the entrance is obvious. Since 2001, created by Swarovski for the World Championships in St. Anton Pillar, it sparkles as a symbol of the innovative power of Wattens industry. An innovative lighting technology is the heart of this unique look muzzle - they rekindled the brilliance of thousands of crystals and transformed them into a visually new sensation.

Paper factory Wattens

With paper quality and successfully innovation throughout the world · The factory of paper was founded in 1559 by mountain clerk Ludwig Lassl and is the oldest factory of paper in Austria. You can look back on its eventful history. A happy era began after World War II, when Felix Bunzl bought the factory and the production of cigarette paper conquered the foreign market. Since the factory was taken over in 1980 by the Trierenberg Holding and consistently modernized, a steady recovery is recorded. Wattenspapier produces about 35,000 tons of papers for the cigarette industry. Exports account is 98% of the products, into about 100 countries in the world.

Legends Park

Since 1999, the town of Wattens Tyrol hosts the legends and fairy tales festival. The landscape of the Tyrolean legends, myths and legends - - aim to preserve an old Tyrolean heritage from oblivion, which was for generations handed down by our ancestors orally is a substance that dreams are made of this and it attracts over 5,000 visitors from all over Tyrol and neighboring countries to Wattens and Wattenberg annually.

2007 the idea of Wattens Lagends Parks was born. Here are the most distinctive Tyrolean legendary figures in the form of larger than life characters with scientific observations of the University of Innsbruck, as an open-air museum put on display throughout the year. 2007, the first two figures - the giant Haymon and Silldrache - were realized and in 2008 the park was expanded with the figure ''Fiery dog''.

Guesthouse Wattenerhof

The Wattenerhof in Wattens is a modern and friendly guesthouse, which offers everything the traveler of today needs .

We enjoy, apart from the comfortable of the rooms, the offer of a restaurant, the beautiful and easily accessible location between Innsbruck and the beautiful landscape that surrounds Wattens.

Even if you "only" plan a short stay, you have made with the Wattenerhof in Wattens, in any case, the right choice, because you find the best conditions in order to forget the stresses of everyday life.

Address: Lange Gasse 20-21
Postcode / Town: 6112 Wattens
Telephone: +43 (5224) 52435
Fax: +43 (5224) 54265
info@wattenerhof.at

House Konrad

The house Konrad offers both the possibility of renting private rooms as well as apartments. It is close to the Swarovski Crystal Worlds and the Alps Wattens.

Address: Josef-Speckbacher-Strasse 13
Postcode / Town: 6112 Wattens
Telephone: +43 (660) 4628317
Fax: +43 (5224) 52994
wattens@regionhall.at

Sophie's house

Welcome to the Sophie's house

Sophie's house is in a quiet, central location in the middle of Wattens. The newly renovated rooms (single room) with rustic décor make for a pleasant atmosphere. Overall, we have 3 doubles and 3 singles. Eat-in kitchen and large lounge with TV available.

Street: Mayrlgasse 12
Postcode / City: 6112 Wattens
Tel: +43 (5224) 52458
josef.egger1@chello.at

Pansion Clara

... Stay with Clara ...

There's just something really special to stay with Clara. Right in the center of Wattens, very close to Innsbruck and in absolute silence. The pleasant atmosphere of the tastefully rustic spaces is essential for relaxation and recreation. With Clara you are more than a guest, you are a friend of the family.

Half board in Grander restaurant is possible.

Address: Salzburger Straße 6a
postcode / location: 6112 Wattens
Tel: +43 (5224) 52151
Fax: +43 (5224) 22 52 151
info@pension-clara.at

rooms with shower or bath, WC, balcony, telephone, Sat-TV
with breakfast

	price per room	price per person
single room	EURO 47,50.- to 58.-	EURO 47,50.- to 58.-
double room	EURO 76,50.- to 82,00.-	EURO 38,25.- to 41,00.-
triple room	EURO 86.-	EURO 28,67.-

per night and incl. all taxes

Schwaninger Hof

Forget about everyday life - enjoy the holiday.

The four family-friendly apartaments for 2-6 persons (50-90 m²) are located on a small farm with spacious gardens. Schwaninger Hof (hof-court) is the starting point for hikes in Wattens. The Alps Wattens, and the Inn-wheel trail are located in the immediate nearby. Good transport connections to Innsbruck and Schwaz

Price per apartment / night
with breakfast:
2-3 persons EUR 42.00
2-4 persons EUR 55.00
2-5 persons EUR 70.00

Address: Lange Gasse 9

postcode / location: 6112 Wattens

Tel: +43 (5224) 54080
wattens@regionhall.at

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