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View over the lake

Montiggl, a district of Appiano, is a tiny village near the two lakes of the same name. It was first mentioned in 1191 in the Caldaro Letter of St. Vigilius as Monticulum (little mountain). At its center stands the small late Gothic church dedicated to the Three Kings. It dates back to 1470. The church tower also has its own history. The only bell was cast around 1505 and still rings today. The low pyramid roof was added in 1518. In addition to Gothic elements, the church also features Baroque and Renaissance elements: The Baroque altar from 1695, for example, was designed by Jörg Stieger of Ehrenburg, and the sacristy dates from the late Baroque period. The Tyrolean coat of arms is located on the keystone of the choir. Before the parish of St. Michael was founded in 1921, the Church of the Three Kings in Montiggl was cared for by Franciscans. When taking a walk to the Montiggler Lakes or the Frühlingstal valley, a visit to the hamlet with its old houses in the Überetsch style is recommended.

The autumn sun causes steam to rise above the water.

Beautiful view of the lake and nature

picturesque Montiggl

Large selection of excellent wines.

Small but beautiful.

Since 2016, the Kaltern Winery has united 590 members under its umbrella, cultivating a total of 440 hectares of vineyards. The cooperative sees itself as a "big family" that holds together small, intimate winegrowing structures and offers its members the opportunity to share in a shared success. Coordination among members, ranging from vine care to training and continuing education, is a central component of its work. The winery sets high standards for its quality policy and monitors the yields of approximately 2,000 plots to create optimal conditions for the wines. Five main varieties are cultivated: Schiava (particularly from Kaltern), Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Muscat Gold (for the sweet Passito). Sustainability is a central principle, implemented both in the vineyard and in the cellar. The Kaltern Winery was the first wine producer in Italy and the first cooperative to be awarded the FAIR 'N GREEN sustainability certificate. Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sundays and public holidays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Guided tours: From Easter to the end of September, every Wednesday at 5 p.m. and every Friday at 10 a.m., and upon request. Register at winecenter@kellereikaltern.com or by calling +39 0471 966067. More information can be found at https://www.altoadigewines.com/en/winegrowers/cantina-kaltern/86-197464.html.