Golden Culinary Autumn
A feast for all the senses
When the trees shine in their most vibrant colours, the Tyrolean holiday region of Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis invites you to the Culinary Autumn 2025 under the motto of the potato. But it’s not only nature that reflects the golden season: from 1 September to 19 October, locals and guests alike will be beaming at numerous events.
The mountain forests put on their most colourful festive dress, the light is golden and a gentle silence lies over everything – that means autumn has arrived. Thanks to clear air, endless views and a slower pace, this season is considered by many holidaymakers to be the most beautiful of all. So off you go to enjoy hiking or biking in Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis! With emphasis on “enjoy”. What could be better than climbing a mountain on a mild autumn day or feeling the fresh air on your face while cycling? Fortunately, the three mountain villages of Serfaus, Fiss and Ladis offer just the right thing for every guest – from gentle pleasure routes to more challenging summit tours. Of course, families with children and prams are also well catered for. Alongside all the action, guests and locals can also look forward to plenty of culinary, musical and cultural events this autumn. Nowhere could autumn be more golden than here in the Upper Tyrolean Inntal valley! These are the Culinary Autumn highlights around Serfaus, Fiss and Ladis in chronological order:
The Potato
All autumn long: Everything about the potato
In September and October, everything in the mountain villages of Serfaus, Fiss and Ladis revolves around the potato. This humble tuber is a symbol of down-to-earth tradition, a sense of home and culinary variety. Known as the "gold of the field," the potato was once a staple food and remains a key ingredient in many Tyrolean autumn dishes such as Gröstl, potato soup or Erdäpfel goulash. It’s only natural that the 2025 Culinary Autumn in Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis is dedicated to this versatile natural product.
13th Tractor and Vintage Car Meeting
12 to 14 September 2025
Anyone who loves old agricultural machines, cars and motorbikes should mark the weekend of 12 to 14 September in red. That’s when the 13th Tractor and Vintage Car Meeting takes place, with participants from Austria, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, the Netherlands and Belgium. That’s nostalgia come alive!s
"Kunst am Berg"
6 September to 12 October 2025
From 6 to 28 September, culture lovers can find inspiration – not just anywhere, but high up at the Fisser Schönjoch at 2,436 metres above sea level. At the unique event called Art on the Mountain, artists create their works live in front of spectators – and at a finissage on 28 September, these can even be purchased. And from 13 September to 12 October, an exhibition of amateur artists will take place around the BergDiamant panoramic restaurant, which is well worth a visit.
Almabtrieb – the summer retreat is over for the cows
20 September 2025
The Almabtrieb is a traditional festival in the Alps, where decorated cattle herds return from the alpine pastures to the valley at the end of summer. This colourful spectacle, accompanied by music and celebrations, attracts many visitors every year and offers a vivid impression of Alpine culture and tradition.
Golden Fine Arts Festival
Every Friday to Sunday from 26 September to 12 October
The Golden Fine Arts Festival takes place on six dates, every Friday to Sunday from 26 September to 12 October in Serfaus and Fiss. These two culinary weeks entice with a unique combination of fine food, art and great music. Plenty of live bands – from brass ensembles to jazz groups – perform and create a fantastic atmosphere. Which makes the culinary delights taste twice as good!
Flyer Golden Fine Arts.
Farmers’ Market at the Museum
2 October 2025
At the Farmers’ Market in “s’Paules & Seppls Haus”, the oldest farmhouse in Fiss, culture meets art and culinary delights on 2 October. Visitors can look forward to craftsmanship, farm produce and lively music.
KidVenture Three Days of Fun, Games & Wonder!
10 to 12 October 2025
Come along and experience an unforgettable family weekend at KidVenture!
Look forward to colourful bouncy castles, creative hands-on activities, great live acts and many more highlights – children’s eyes will sparkle and even the grown-ups will have the time of their lives!
Whether romping around, marvelling or simply enjoying time together – there’s something for every family member. And the best part: with eco-friendly ideas and a stage for young regional talents, we’ll celebrate a joyful festival together – sustainable, creative and full of heart.
Learn from the Pros – Cooking Courses during Culinary Autumn
Autumn time is potato time!
As part of Culinary Autumn, several mountain restaurants offer exciting and tasty cooking and baking courses. Taking part, learning something new and enjoying yourself are the main focus here.
Cooking Course at the Restaurant Leithe Wirt
Autumnal Potato Dishes
Potatoes are in season all year round, but especially in the autumn months they are indispensable in your kitchen. Together with our Leithe Wirt kitchen team, you will cook a 4-course menu all about the potato and learn how to turn these versatile tubers into delicious dishes – easy to recreate and full of flavour.
Dates:
- Every Thursday, from 4 September to 16 October 2025
- Start: 10.00 am
- Registration: By 4.00 pm the day before, directly at the Restaurant Leithe Wirt or by phone on +43/5476/6203-702
- Price: €40.00 per person incl. recipes to recreate and a shared meal at Leithe Wirt
- Min. 5 participants, max. 10 participants
Bread-Baking Course at the Restaurant Seealm Hög
A proverb says: “Eating bread is no art, but baking it is.”
Practise the art of bread baking yourself with our Seealm Hög kitchen team. Together we will bake fresh bread in the wood-fired oven.
Dates:
- Every Friday, from 5 September to 17 October 2025
- Start: 10.00 am
- Registration: By 4.00 pm the day before, directly at the Restaurant Seealm Hög or by phone on +43/5476/6203-650 or -651
- Price: €30.00 per person incl. recipes, tasting & snack
- Min. 5 participants, max. 10 participants
Culinary Hike
Daily during Culinary Autumn
Culinary meets activity: on the Culinary Hike in Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis you choose your own route and enjoy a regional 4-course surprise menu – each course in a different restaurant, each stop with its own unique atmosphere.
Lunch in the Culinary Gondola
Daily during Culinary Autumn
Six courses high above the ground: in the Culinary Gondola in Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis you can enjoy a 6-course menu with aperitif, starters, soup, main course and a sweet finale – all accompanied by breathtaking mountain scenery.
