Arosea Life Balance Hotel

Welcome to Arosea Design and Nature eco resort in South Tyrol, where charm, atmosphere, comfort and well-being are waiting for you. Our Life Balance Ultental hotel, one of the top sustainable hotels in the region and located in the heart of Stelvio-Stilfser Joch Nationalpark, offers natural wellness beyond compare.

In this eco resort near Merano everything revolves around nature. Stone pine wood, sheep wool and slate – these three elements are integral to this Ultental Hotel.

Our body care and beauty treatments use natural creams, oils and fragrances; our kitchen uses organic products, vegetables from the region, healthy and pure natural food in line with the alpine-regional concept of Life Balance Hotel and in the tradition of sustainable hotels.

The Arosea Life Balance Hotel wholly embraces interaction, protection and respect for our fellow man in a single concept. Guests seeking a nature hotel are soon enveloped by a sense of physical well-being and inner peace in the Arosea eco resort in Ultental – a place where they can spend many unforgettable moments.

The Stauder Family and the entire team look forward to welcoming you to Val d’Ultimo in the Stelvio-Stilfser Joch Nationalpark. Leave your cares behind as you step into the lifestyle offered by Arosea Life Balance Hotel.

The mission of our eco resort in South Tyrol is to help you find peace, harmony and the balance between body, spirit and soul. We look forward to welcoming you to our Val d’Ultimo-Ultental hotel and offering you maximum comfort and relaxation.

FIND ATMOSPHERE & LUXURY AT OUR HOTEL VAL D’ULTIMO
The deep effect of the surrounding nature can be seen in the interior design of the Arosea Life Balance Hotel, the exclusive hotel Val d’Ultimo. Anchored firmly in its traditions, Ultental-Val d’Ultimo embodies the life balance concept of Arosea: past and present, tradition and modernity meld into a new entity.

The large modern dining room and traditional wood-panelled “Stube” rooms are good examples of this. Respecting the values of past times is not a hindrance to developing new ideas and trends.

Quite the opposite in fact, since it provides a starting point for new horizons and an opening towards a modern interpretation of hospitality.

A concept followed in all areas of this Life Balance hotel Val d’Ultimo. Reflecting the philosophy of the Arosea Wellness Hotel, our kitchen strictly uses natural ingredients, our carefully selected activities lead to complete relaxation and the great attention to detail we invest in our rooms creates an inviting place to rest.

Even the logo of our Arosea Nature Hotel in South Tyrol is planned down to the last detail: the waxing and waning phases of the moon.

For life energy and balance, it is important to live in harmony with the moon, which is why this mysterious celestial body plays an important role in the identity of our Life Balance hotel Val d’Ultimo.

A mindful and healthy lifestyle in which man, seen as a whole, comes first: Arosea has dedicated itself to this key lifestyle aspect.

Swiss pine, slate and sheep wool
These three natural elements that can be found in the immediate vicinity of the hotel are also everywhere in the Arosea Life Balance hotel. You are surrounded by natural materials that have a positive effect on your vital processes.

Not only do the Swiss pine-furnished rooms have an antibacterial effect, they also help to reduce the heart rate, thereby guaranteeing a good night’s rest. In contrast, during the day they increase vitality owing to the flavonoids and essential oils they contain.

The quiet and modern atmosphere radiates an immediate feeling of peace and tranquillity, further emphasised by the use of slate. Slate is largely considered to protect against harmful radiation and also has invigorating and strengthening effect on the entire body.

Sheep wool has been produced in Val d’Ultimo-Ultental since time immemorial. It is a valuable, animal natural fibre that insulates, warms (but is also permeable) and has a natural self-cleaning function, which feels especially pleasant to the touch in direct contact with the skin.

A bath in relaxing, warm wool triggers a detoxification process that strengthens the immune system and helps combat migraines and cellulite.

At Arosea, the Life Balance hotel Val d’Ultimo, you can restore your inner balance and vitality in the most natural way. Get to know the exclusive concept of our nature hotel in South Tyrol – you will feel the difference!

Wood is life
The forest provides habitat and protection, it is a place of silence and untamed nature but also an important economic factor. Wood is a raw material, a source of clean, renewable energy and a sustainable resource, since it always grows back and feeds off the CO2 in the air thanks to the use of water and solar energy.

Its CO2 emissions are negligible. When wood is burned, only the quantity of CO2 is released that the tree has absorbed over its lifetime via photosynthesis. This means that the CO2 cycle remains balanced. A fact of which we are very aware in the St. Walburg hotel Arosea, where we want to offer sustainable hospitality.

Sustainable heating methods that do not directly effect the wood stock are an important aspect of this philosophy, since eco-friendliness is our guiding principle. This is why we can count ourselves as one of the eco-friendly hotels in South Tyrol who respect this.

ROOMS & SUITES
Stay in an environmentally-friendly hotel of a very special kind and choose Arosea Life Balance among the hotels in South Tyrol. This eco accommodation holds a special position owing to its particular living philosophy.

The use of natural materials and products, the carefully selected elements and last but not least the very special philosophy of this hotel near Meran-Merano express the concept of eco-friendliness in a consistently clear way.

This natural life lends a soothing atmosphere, which permeates the rooms, the food, the spa area and even the very air that greets the guests as they enter the hotel. Everything here speaks of the concept of sustainability.

You inhale the relaxing feeling of well-being in every room of Arosea, one of the most exclusive hotels in South Tyrol. The green living concept in its many forms is given a vast canvas: swiss pine, slate, sheep wool and selected natural materials are an essential part of eco accommodation Arosea and its existence.

The suites and double rooms have been thought through down to the last detail. Mindful of the resources, the furnishings complete the image of this exclusive and refined nature hotel, with the aim of offering the latest in comfort based on the concept of sustainability.

Deluxe Life Balance Suite south-facing terrace
The Deluxe Life Balance Suite is the epitome of comfort and refinement. The attention to detail and skilful combination of modernity and functionality serve as a starting point of these especially popular rooms in the Hotel Arosea.

The furnishings in the Deluxe Life Balance Suite (110 m² including 25 m² south-facing terrace) include a panorama outdoor sauna (24 hours) with Kneipp shower, a private spa and relaxation area with water bed, own massage room, canopy bed, living room with a “Living Stone” designer couch, bathroom with double wash basin, acclaimed designer wooden bathtub and rain shower, vanity table, drinking fountain with Grander water, safe, flat screen TV, internet connection, telephone, hair dryer, separate WC with bidet as well as a walk-in closet with wardrobe.

Family Balance Suite south-facing terrace
Perfect for unforgettable moments, the Family Balance Suite offers cosy, comfortable rooms with complete independence and exudes the unmistakable atmosphere of peacefulness that can be sensed in every corner of the hotel.

The Family Balance Suites (90 m² including 25 m² south-facing terrace) include a drinking fountain with Grander water, as well as a safe, flat screen TV, internet connection, telephone, hair dryer, bath with shower, bath and double washbasin, vanity table, living room, second bedroom, separate WC with bidet and a walk-in closet with wardrobe.

Ideal for the whole family, the Family Balance Suites are extremely comfortable and have everything to hand in all the space you need.

Zirmbaum room with east balcony
Swiss pine, known for its soothing effects, was selected for this room, guaranteeing a restful stay to all guests seeking a restorative holiday. Swiss stone pine (or Swiss pine) undoubtedly has curative abilities thanks to its natural aroma.

The Zirmbaum room is 44 m2 in size including a balcony (8 m2). Its fixtures include a drinking fountain with Grander water, safe, flat screen TV, internet connection, telephone, hair dryer, open bathroom with shower and bathtub, separate WC with bidet, as well as a seating area and a walk-in closet with wardrobe.

It can be booked either with an east-facing balcony (morning sun) or with a south-west facing balcony (afternoon sun). The Zirmbaum room offers restful relaxation and extraordinary moments of well-being.

WHERE GOURMET IS TRULY HEALTHY
At Arosea Life Balance special attention is naturally paid to South Tyrol food. A healthy cuisine prepared with wholesome, naturally pure products definitely contributes to physical well-being, from which the concept of balance derives.

We focus on the natural qualities of our food when preparing our recipes as this is an essential part of life and an essential part of nature that we must honour and respect. We draw strength, vitality and health from the fruits of the earth every day and this is our energy source.

As a hotel near Merano, Italy which is environmentally-conscious, Arosea Life Balance consequently places great value on natural, regional and organic produce and takes due care in its preparation. The result is a uniquely subtle and refined cuisine that combines enjoyment and health.

“Let food be your medicine” – Hippocrates
Life Balance cuisine based on local, organic products –that is also the Arosea nature gourmet we offer during your eco holidays. We are creative and inventive in the preparation of our recipes. In selecting produce, however, we adhere to strict criteria:

• The majority of produce we use comes from organic farming. Many of our suppliers are local – so freshness and naturalness are guaranteed.
• We do not use any flavour enhancers such as glutamate, no chemical additives, no baking powder with chemical acidification components or UHT milk.
• Every season has its specialities; therefore we only use seasonal vegetables and fruit rather than preserved vegetables or fruit.
• Fresh aromatic herbs are the crowning glory of every recipe. They not only serve as seasoning, but are also natural remedies. We draw on the knowledge and tradition of this natural panacea.
• Colours for the spirit and the palate: the theory of colour and the naturally-occurring shades of flowers and plants influence the composition of our dishes.
• Colourful herbs, flowers and plants such as dandelion or elderberry find their way into our kitchen.
• Our bodies need healthy fats, such as high-quality seeds and vegetable oils, in order to be able to absorb the nutrients in the herbs, plants and fruit. For that little bit of extra pleasure, we also use butter produced on South Tyrolean farms.
• For seasoning, we exclusively use sea salt and a variety of home-made herbal salts that add a fine, delicate flavour to the dishes.
• We are particularly proud of our large and eclectic selection of crusty organic bread rolls at our buffet. We obtain our bread from the Ultner Brot bakery – the first organic bakery in South Tyrol.
• Good health starts in the kitchen of our organic hotel in South Tyrol – you will feel it on your eco holidays at Arosea!

A RESTAURANT THAT SERVES MODERN TRADITION
At Arosea, one oft he best places for your eco holidays in South Tyrol, we put emphasis on tradition but also on its restaging according to modern hospitality. Our restaurant is the perfect example for this symbiosis of old and new.

The large dining room shows modern architecture and is the realm of glass: the huge glass walls offer a breathtaking view of the lake Zoggler Stausee right outside the hotel.

A striking contrast to this peculiar room are the rustic “Stube” of the 18th century which have been found in farms of the surroundings and have been rebuilt at our hotel.

The names are those of valleys and villages in the area: Matscher, Passeirer, Ultner and Vinschger. The wooden furniture and panelling make the “Stube” very comfortable and call for cosy gatherings.

Romantic “Stube” made of natural materials that tell stories from the past, alongside with a modern, open dining room that embodies the future: old and new, tradition and modernity meet at Arosea, an innovative hotel for your eco holidays.

WEDDINGS
Why don’t you choose a unique stay in a design hotel for the most beautiful day of your life? Come and spend time in one of the most memorable wedding venues in Italy, on the mountain of South Tyrol!

Offer your guests something special, we will excite them with fantastic ideas. You will not have to worry about anything, we will set up for you a perfect celebration in the splendid setting of Val d’Ultimo.

MEETINGS
Without a doubt, Arosea near Merano is the ideal mountain resort hotel for meetings, events and seminars. Not only do we have large meeting rooms, we also offer state-of-the-art equipment and innovative services.

The conference room is equipped with every comfort and makes a positive contribution to any business meeting taking place in this beautiful and exquisite mountain resort hotel in Ultental-Val d’Ultimo.

The meeting room of Life Balance hotel Arosea in Ultental offers relaxing views of the lake and mountains, boasts comfortable seating and creates a pleasant, quiet, unique and companionable atmosphere in which participants can fully concentrate.

During a break in proceedings you may take refreshments in the bar and restaurant of the Hotel Arosea and enjoy delicious food and small refreshments at midday for new energy and inspiration.

THE FINEST ALPINE WELLNESS
After an active day of sports in the fresh air or in the fitness room of Arosea Life Balance Hotel you can enjoy deep relaxation in the luxurious alpine wellness area. The relaxing atmosphere and the natural body care treatments of this wellness hotel South Tyrol are perfect for ultimate relaxation.

Experience the enjoyment of absolute deep repose: either on the Stimularium, our new biophysical wellness lounger, by learning new breathing and relaxation techniques in our weekly yoga classes or unwinding with a good book in the rooms of our hotel in Ultental-Val d’Ultimo.

Regeneration also means immersing yourself in our pool, where the contact with chlorine-free water supports physical revitalization. During summer you can also take a dip in our 700 m² natural swimming pond surrounded by spacious alpine gardens. Take some time off in close contact with nature!

Arosea, the luxury alpine wellness hotel South Tyrol, offers almost unlimited ways to take some me-time. Enjoy pleasurable moments of relaxation and well-being in our sauna area with a Finnish outdoor sauna, pine bio-sauna, steam snail, herbs-stone sauna with aromatic oils and more.

THE SPA HOTEL ALPS YOU ARE LOOKING FOR
The natural cosmetics used at South Tyrol luxury hotels is always exclusive, and we at Life Balance hotel Arosea make no exception: we want to make you feel unique! This is why the harmonious atmosphere in our spa makes our hotel one of the most attractive spa hotels in the Alps.

Here, in the midst of the unique nature of Ultental-Val d’Ultimo, our guests can completely relax and be pampered in the Rosarium wellness centre. We offer treatments with natural, alpine products such as aromatic herbs, plants and flowers, essential oils and creams.

Choose your favourite treatment, indulge in soothing treatments for the body and get yourself back into shape. The Rosarium beauty centre at Arosea Life Balance is the ideal place for your wellness holiday in Ultental-Val d’Ultimo.

Sheep-wool wrap from val d’ultimo
Pure wool does not only calm, your body will also be given natural warmth penetrating the deeper dermal layers and softening any tensions sitting there. This ritual is best accompanied by the burning of Alpine herbs, which clarifies the mind and intensifies relaxation.

In addition, alpine herbs sprinkled on the fluffy blanket will further intensify the purifying and relaxing effect of the wool. Lanolin, the wool wax contained in the wool, is excellently tolerated by all types of skin, especially by sensitive skin.

A HIDDEN HEALTHY SWIMMING GEM 
Come and enjoy a relaxing swim in our spacious, chlorine-free indoor pool (17 x 5 m2, water temperature 30°) or, weather permitting, outside in our natural swimming pond surrounded by a wonderful alpine garden: these are holidays South Tyrol at Arosea Life Balance Hotel!

For the duration of your stay, we provide you with a felt bag containing bathing sandals and fluffy bathrobe for you to use.

After a fun day of sports in the fresh air or visiting the numerous historic and artistic sites in Ultental-Val d’Ultimo, the pool of Hotel Arosea offers the perfect way to relax. The all-year-round heated outdoor pool with whirlpool will make your wellness holidays South Tyrol even more pleasant.

A particular highlight of the Arosea the absence of chlorine in the pool area. In line with our natural concept, we use an active oxygen method to keep the water in our swimming pool free of pollutants.

We also offer refreshing and healthy Grander water in the entire pool and sauna area. Come and enjoy some invigorating, pleasant and natural hours of well-being at Arosea Life Balance Hotel!

A HOLISTIC ALPS SPA
The health benefits of a steam bath were well known even in ancient times when people used to enjoy lasting moments of relaxation filled with fragrances and aromas.

With its particular focus on the physical well-being of people in holistic terms, Arosea Alps spa in South Tyrol (Italy) offers the beneficial effects of a sauna in a rounded form.

You can feel the benefits of natural substances used in the saunas of Arosea Life Balance with its state-of-the-art and sophisticated equipment.

The scent of Swiss pine, herbs, roses and ethereal oils accompanies guests throughout their stay here. The saunas of the Arosea Life Balance Hotel are, without a doubt, something truly exclusive among South Tyrol hotels.

HOTELS IN MERANO (ITALY) WITH THE CERTAIN EXTRA
Many hotels in Merano (Italy) offer special services for their guests but it is not often that you find hotels with lakes! And yet, this is exactly what Arosea offers: a natural swimming pond!

It is the centrepiece of the spacious alpine garden in the Ultental-Val d’Ultimo Arosea Life Balance Hotel: the natural 700 m² large bio swimming pond. Chlorine-free swimming is part of the nature-loving and sustainable way of life in the Arosea Nature Hotel!

If you look for hotels with lakes and hotels in Merano (Italy), then look no further and come to Arosea in Ultental-Val d’Ultimo! Our bio-pond provides swimming pleasure of a very special kind in the heart of the unspoiled nature of a unique valley.

Surrounded by native water plants, the pond has natural regeneration areas, water inlets landscaped by nature and many other features.

The micro-organisms, water plants and gravel interact in the regeneration area of the bio-pond to create clear water that is safe for human health. A process that has been seen time and again in nature.

Natural swimming ponds create a particularly harmonious swimming experience surrounded by nature – and harmony is the centre of the philosophy of life Arosea near Meran-Merano.

Baths in Val d’Ultimo: a centuries-old tradition in the pursuit of health
Ultental-Val d’Ultimo is also known for its baths – classified as therapeutic even in ancient times – and especially for its prodigious number of baths.

The health-promoting waters of St. Pankraz-S. Pancrazio and St. Walburg-S. Valburga, Mitterbad, Bad Lad and Überwasser are used in treating disturbances of the nervous system, digestion, skin as well as female-related disorders and anaemia.

Numerous important personalities visited Ultental-Val d’Ultimo in the past to avail themselves of the health-promoting properties of these baths. Princess Sissi, Otto von Bismarck, the artist Franz Defregger as well as the brothers Thomas and Heinrich Mann and many others.

Yoga

Looking after your own body and soul promotes a better physical balance – this is a key concept of healing hotels. Yoga is without a doubt one of the best disciplines for finding yourself and initiating mental and physical regeneration.

Devote yourself to effective yoga exercises during your wellness holiday in Ultental and rediscover your own physical and spiritual balance. Relaxation through yoga exercises in the Wellness and Spa Hotel Arosea in Ultental contributes to your overall recuperation.

Controlling your own body, learning breathing techniques and having mental focus are basic elements in attaining healthy balance in all areas. Release tension and stress at Arosea, one of the healing hotels, and bestow new energy on your body and spirit.

Active & fit

The eco-wellness Hotel Arosea Life Balance boasts a modern gym where you can focus on your training programme. State-of-the-art equipment and experienced, professional staff make the perfect combination for an active and relaxing holiday in Ultental.

Equipped with state-of-the-art TechnoGym machines, the fitness room allows you to totally focus on your training. The satisfaction and well-being you gain from this transfers easily into your everyday life.

Arosea Life Balance Hotel is happy to organise outdoor sports programmes for our guests in the beautiful natural surroundings of Ultental-Val d’Ultimo. Whether Nordic walking, running, snowshoe hiking etc. we fulfil every desire – and a personal trainer is available for everything!

WHERE YOUR WELLNESS WINTER HOLIDAY BEGINS
Come and spend your winter in the Alps in the reliably snowy area of Ulten, close to Merano. Numerous winter sports activities are waiting for you: skiing, snowboarding, snowshoe hiking, ice skating, curling, tobogganing and many more thrilling adventures!

The natural setting of Ulten offers countless opportunities for fun in the snow – an outdoor gym surrounded by nature! After breathtaking, action-packed days in the fresh air, enjoy the relaxing warmth of our wellness area.

Saunas, steam bath and an indoor pool with chlorine-free water are the perfect choice for rounding off a winter’s day. It loosens and strengthens stressed or even strained muscles so that you can enjoy your wellness winter holiday the next day.

Skiing & snowboarding

Arosea Life Balance Hotel is just 400 metres away from the valley station of Schwemmalm ski resort. A new gondola lift, opened in 2009, takes you up to the fun on the slopes during your winter in the Alps in Ulten.

If you want to leave your car behind, you are welcome to use the hotel’s shuttle bus. It will take you to the ski lifts where 25 km of perfectly groomed pistes of varying difficulties await, including one of the longest ski slopes in South Tyrol.

Five km long and covering a difference in altitude of 1,100 metres, the Asmol slope –which runs from the Mutegg mountain station to the valley station – is a real challenge for skiers, snowboarders and carvers.

But skiing is not all that you can do. The Schwemmalm is also fantastic for snowboarding, cross-country skiing, tobogganing, ice skating, ski tours or snowshoe hiking surrounded by the beautiful natural scenery and amazing views of the snow-covered mountains of Ulten.

There’s lots for little ones to enjoy too. The Schwemmy Park, situated at the bottom of the valley station,is perfect for small ski newbies to have fun on the children-friendly slopes. There are also easy slopes close to the Hotel Arosea for beginners.

Cross-country skiing

Cross-country skiing fans in Ulten will find excellent, groomed trails, breath-taking scenery and pristine nature during their winter in the Alps.

And the best of it is – you can start your day of cross-country skiing right in front of the hotel and discover the magnificent Val d’Ultimo as well as getting exercise and wellness at the same time.

Gently glide through the snow-covered landscape, feel the pleasant winter sun on your body and regain energy. Experience moments of spiritual relaxation and the pleasant challenge of physical activity with friends or the whole family.

The cross-country trail in Val d’Ultimo-Ulten leads from Lake Zoccolo-Zoggler Stausee directly along the valley floor near the Arosea Life Balance Hotel, past the village of St. Nicolò-St. Nikolaus up to S. Gertrude-St. Gertraud.

Experience 25 km of cross-country enjoyment through snow-covered meadows and woodland next to the frozen Falschauer-Valsura river and past old farms.

Snowshoe hiking

Hike with muted steps through the snow and experience the idyll of winter far from crowded slopes. Those who have already tried the pleasant, lightweight snowshoes appreciate their advantages.

Winter in the Alps in Ulten means peaceful snowshoe hiking at its best: you can hike through fresh snow and reach the high mountain peaks you could not have otherwise explored.

Those who make it to the top will be rewarded by a magnificent view. Thanks to the snowshoes, you can also reach the Stelvio Nature Park and relish the quiet and peaceful atmosphere.

Pristine slopes, light powder snow, the peace and silence of winter await. Delight in every tiny detail nature has to offer and get bitten by the “snowshoe bug”! The hotel has snow shoes, poles and tour suggestions on hand. You may even book a personal guided tour.

Ski tours

Enjoy the snow-covered mountains, the fascinating surrounding area and breath-taking views. Ski tours in Ulten will give you unforgettable moments in the pristine, snow-covered natural setting.

You can start directly from the Arosea Life Balance Hotel and explore hidden corners of the incredible nature of South Tyrol and the beauties of Stelvio Nature Park.

ALPS SUMMER HOLIDAY
Amazing adventures await on an Alps summer holiday if you stay at Arosea Life Balance, Hotel South Tyrol. The unspoiled nature of Ultental-Val d’Ultimo, located in the Stelvio-Stilfser Joch National Park, is undoubtedly the ideal place to enjoy the balanced and healthy lifestyle that the Arosea – one of the top wellness hotels in South Tyrol – has to offer.

The philosophy of our hotel South Tyrol places particular emphasis on targeted and focused exercise. To help you achieve this, both the fitness area of Hotel Arosea and the “natural outdoor gym” of Ultental-Val d’Ultimo are at your disposal.

Choose from the many outdoor activities offered in this beautiful part of the country and live an extraordinary Alps summer holiday in South Tyrol! What could be better than a day full of sun, fun and exercise than to indulge in true relaxation?

As a summer guest in the Arosea Life Balance Hotel, not only may you use the entire spa area, but you can also enjoy the natural swimming pond outdoors and paddle in its untreated waters.

Hiking

Ultental-Val d’Ultimo offers some 700 km of well-marked hiking trails and the enchanting natural backdrop of the Stelvio Nature Park. Hiking helps us to bring body and mind back into balance and re-establish contact with nature.

This again proves the commitment Arosea has to its green living concept: we recommend hiking through the Ultental-Val d’Ultimo landscape to experience and explore the fascinating natural scenery.

From the hotel you can hike from hut to hut and enjoy the delicious local cuisine, or embark on a tour of the glaciers of South Tyrol – everything Mother Nature has to offer is quite unique.

The Arosea team will be pleased to help you choose the most suitable routes on your Alps summer holiday in South Tyrol – get useful information on tours, picnic areas and places of special interest!

Mountaineering

Climbing up rocks in search of the most beautiful and difficult to reach the highest peaks, where the breath-taking panorama makes up for the arduous ascent. This is what mountaineering in Ultental-Val d’Ultimo is all about.

From the Hotel Arosea Life Balance you can quickly and easily drive by car to the numerous climbing routes in the Burggrafenamt-Burgraviato district. The Arosea team will be pleased to give you information on the most beautiful climbing tours for your days dedicated to mountaineering!

Running

Running is good for you – that is a fact. At Arosea Life Balance Hotel in Ultental-Val d’Ultimo, we firmly believe that targeted training allows you to perceive and sense your own body more consciously and intensely.

Running is great fun, keeps you fit and even helps melting love handles, which is a welcome side effect. It makes us feel more relaxed, with new strength and an increased quality-of-life on a spiritual level.

Running in a unique natural landscape such as the one in Ultental-Val d’Ultimo, in the heart of the Stelvio National Park, has a much more positive effect on body, spirit and soul.

For a long time, however, running was considered a relatively easy sport and rather underestimated. “Anyone can run” – it is true until a certain extent, but this does not necessarily mean that everybody does it correctly!

Arosea Life Balance Hotel has special guided running weeks for your active Alps summer holiday in South Tyrol. Targeted training units under professional supervision and a tailored nutritional programme make running at Hotel Arosea a holistic concept with a high fun factor.

Nordic Walking

Nordic Walking has been a popular sport for quite some time. It is ideal for everyone who wishes to improve their walking fitness and move correctly in everyday life.

Nordic Walking uses the same movements as cross-country skiing, but is mainly practised over meadows and snow-free roads. Since Nordic Walking uses poles, the routes normally cover a medium to long range.

Nordic Walking reduces strain on the musculoskeletal system, relieves muscle tensions in the shoulder and neck area and improves the heart and circulatory system. It also burns 400 cal per hour, being an excellent outdoor training programme for weight loss.

Mountain biking

Many cyclists choose South Tyrol for their mountain bike tours. In Ultental-Val d’Ultimo you can, for instance, bike through Kirchbergtal-Valle di Montechiesa to the Auerberg alpine hut or the Kuppelwieser alpine pasture, along the Zoggler Stausee-Lake Zoccolo or to many other places surrounded by breath-taking natural scenery.

You can also cycle to Meran-Merano and explore its environs or along the rivers Passer-Passirio and Etsch-Adige. Repair service and quality mountain bikes of different brands can be found at “Lanarad” (des J. Staffler) in Lana.

Fly fishing

With its many streams and artificial lakes, Ultental-Val d’Ultimo is the ideal place for fishing. The Valsura-Falschauer River, Grünsee-Lake Verde, Zoggler Stausee-Lake Zoccolo and numerous other alpine lakes are much appreciated by anglers.

Fly fishing uses flies as bait and is quite widespread in Ultental-Val d’Ultimo. Here you can improve your techniques in casting the line and discover tricks of the trade as you have fun catching plentiful fish.

At Arosea Life Balance Hotel you may also book a personal guide and hire the necessary fishing equipment from him. Alternatively, you can buy everything you need for fly fishing in the hotel’s own shop.

Paragliding

Glide over the magnificent Ulten-Ultimo landscape with a paraglider and get a bird’s eye view of the valley! Experience overwhelming sensations and feel free as a bird: Arosea Life Balance Hotel offers courageous guests the opportunity to try out an unforgettable paragliding flight.

Under the guidance of Günther Garber, an experienced and certified paraglider pilot, you will feel safe flying over high mountain peaks and lush green meadows.

Golf

There are numerous golf courses in the region around Arosea Life Balance Hotel where our guests can improve their handicap. Playing golf in the unspoiled nature of South Tyrol and Trentino – a first-class experience!

Stand up Paddling

SUP (abbreviation for Stand up Paddling) developed in the Pacific area, just like its close relative surfing. As opposed to that it calls for a paddle and is practiced standing on the board all the time. Since it is quieter than surfing it does not need waves but also works in calm waters.

Zoggler Stausee, the lake on whose shores Life Balance Hotel Arosea is set, is perfect for SUP. You can also practice it on lake S. Giustina which is only 40 km from the hotel.

Website: www.arosea.it

Rooms: 52

Price: from 298 EUR per night