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Grande Corteo (Grand Parade)
location_onMerano, Trentino
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Date
October 18, 2026
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Free
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Everyone
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The Grande Corteo is the crowning highlight of Merano's traditional Grape Festival (Festa dell'Uva), a historic celebration honoring the end of the grape harvest. Winding through the streets and piazzas of this charming spa town's historic center, the parade stands out as one of the most deeply rooted cultural spectacles in the region. At the heart of the procession are stunning allegorical floats adorned with elaborate arrangements of fresh flowers, foliage, and fruit鈥攎ost notably the iconic 'Apple Crown' and the massive float celebrating a giant bunch of grapes. Accompanying these festive displays is a rich lineup of local and guest traditions: South Tyrolean brass bands, folklore ensembles in hand-stitched traditional costumes, ceremonial Sch眉tzen companies, and proud Haflinger horses.
Text generated with AI based on the sources provided.Frequently Asked Questions
When does the event take place?expand_more
The event takes place on Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Where does the event take place?expand_more
The event takes place in the historic center of Merano.
What does the Grande Corteo celebrate?expand_more
The parade marks the grand finale of the Merano Grape Festival and officially celebrates the successful conclusion of the grape harvest.
What can visitors see in the parade?expand_more
The procession features allegorical floats decorated with fruit and flowers (including the famous Apple Crown and giant grape cluster), brass bands, folkloric groups in handcrafted traditional attire, Sch眉tzen companies, and Haflinger horses.
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