Celebrate! Lesachtaler Brotfest: Tradition meets enjoyment!

Celebrate! Lesachtaler Brotfest: Tradition meets enjoyment!

Liesing, Österreich - The Lesachtal in the enchanting Carnic Alps is not only known for its breathtaking landscapes, but also for the traditional art of bread production. This is operated here with a passion that is deeply rooted in the region. A center of this living tradition is the upcoming 40. Lesachtal village and bread-resistant , which on 7. September is celebrated in Liesing. This festival is a truly exhilarating experience that brings together the community and keeps historical customs alive.

In 2010, the Broth production in the Lesachtal was recognized by the Austrian UNESCO Commission as an intangible cultural heritage. This award not only testifies to the cultural importance, but also from the need to preserve these traditions. Here, dealing with nature, shopping for home grain and baking in traditional, wood -fired ovens plays a central role. Many mills from past times are still in operation and testify to an almost forgotten craft tradition. The region used to be known as the "Tal of the Hundred Mill".

A look at the bakery

The bread baking in the Lesachtal is a real work of art that compensates for cultivation, grinding and baking. The few families who still grow grain today and process them in their own mills are keepers of this valuable knowledge. Work is carried out here with dedication and care, a fact that is reflected in the taste of the Lesachtal bread. But not only the dough itself tells stories; The special dialect expressions, recipes and rituals are also part of this lively tradition. For example, many draw three crosses when cutting the bread to express the faith and appreciation of food.

Initiatives and local clubs are actively committed to passing on these traditions to the next generation. Knowledge is not only conveyed within the Lesach valley, but also finds its way out into the world - after all, even a Lesachtal bread baked oven near Tokyo was built, which testifies to an exciting cultural exchange.

Festival of the community

The Lesachtal village and bread-resistant is much more than just a culinary event. It symbolizes the power of tradition and community and strengthens social interaction in the region. Families proudly show their craftsmanship and the art of bread baking are celebrated together. All of these activities promote an identity that is deeply interwoven with nature and the region.

• Important festivals in the Lesachtal:
  • Lesachtaler village and bread-resistant: first weekend in September
  • Mühlenfest in Maria Luggau: August
• intangible cultural heritage includes:
  • oral traditions
  • representing arts
  • social practices and festivals
  • traditional knowledge of nature
  • Expertise on craftsmanship techniques

The tradition of brothers in the Lesachtal impressively shows how lively cultural practices are passed on over generations. It is part of the intangible cultural heritage that gives the communities a feeling of belonging and promotes social interaction. Meinverzirk reports that this festival is not only a culinary delight, but also a valuable part of the identity of the Lesachtal population. The Lesachtal bread and the associated customs are a valuable inheritance that is worth preserving and celebrating.

For more information about the bread production in the Lesachtal, take a look at the detailed presentation on UNESCO . You can also find out more about intangible cultural heritage on bak.admin.ch .