Alpenpalace Spa Retreat

Filled with character; a close connection with the natural surroundings; idyllic. The Alpenpalace Spa Retreat in the Ahrntal Valley in South Tyrol presents itself in a most resplendent manner and all these facets have a bearing on the uniqueness of this holiday gem.

Enviable tranquillity, private spaces, sophisticated luxury, elegance, cuisine, irrefutable service – it is all of this which provides inspiration here. Here, the riches of time combine with the abundant natural surroundings – and even upon arrival, the impressive entrance hall, in all its beauty, extends a warm welcome.

The landscaped garden, filled with flowers, the wonderful fountain and the sumptuous style extend a welcome, before you are greeted by the most charming of smiles.

Each characteristic trait of our 5-star luxurious Alpenpalace Spa Retreat in South Tyrol is a treat for all the senses. Incomparable – the location. Inspirational – our services. Beguiling – our inclusive services.

You too can find out about and appreciate all the uniqueness of our luxury hideaway & spa retreat. Individualists who are seeking the exceptional, couples who want to find more space and more time for those precious hours together and families, who want to create golden memories will find a special place here.

The possibilities to bring a new highlight to your precious day seem ostensibly inexhaustible. The hotel and its habitat present themselves in a new manner, whetting your appetite to experience all the seasons in Ahrntal Valley.

Excellently managed, all your desires are implemented in a sophisticated manner here. We are happy to advise you at any time about planning your day. The Spa-Alpin wellness area is just as relaxing and versatile and more than lives up to its impressive name.

Inside and outside alike, water and warmth, nature and people are waiting to find a new harmony together, before you retire to our stylish rooms & suites and bring the day to a close to the restaurants & bars in our 5-star luxurious hotel in South Tyrol.

A DREAM DESTINATION IN ONE OF THE MOST SUPERB REGIONS IN THE ALPS
Characterised by considerable culture, nestling in lush forests and pastures and snugly nestling in the superb majestic mountains; that’s where you’ll find our luxury hideaway & spa retreat Alpenpalace, like a precious diamond in the heart of the Ahrntal Valley.

The first port of call for wellness & spas and an insider tip for gourmets, its exceptional proximity to the natural surroundings and location just two to three kilometres from the skiing and hiking regions of Speikboden and Klausberg.

The region’s cultural wealth is almost surpassed by the many worthwhile excursion destinations and celebratory highlights. Summer and winter alike, the inspiring mountains are there to be discovered during activities, so too are the treasures of the Alps on the superb paths, bike trails, winter hiking routes, pistes, cross-country slopes and out in the natural surroundings.

Mountain and valley come together impressive fashion here, creating an atmosphere which becomes a fountain of health. Crystal-clear mountain waters, tingling fresh air, winter days with deep snow cover and Mediterranean hours of sunshine mean the location of our hotel in the Ahrntal Valley in South Tyrol is second to none.

THE APPEAL OF THE PERSONAL
Time is priceless. Luxury an attitude to life which is reflected in every courteous gesture and in every fulfilled desire. We see it as an objective and a passion at the same time to turn your 5-star holiday in South Tyrol into a celebration – and into a new meeting with the magnificence of being, and that feeling of joie de vivre which actually touches your heart.

We, the Mairhofer Family, as your host, are able to look back upon a long tradition of hospitality and of welcoming people. Indulgence is an unmitigated passion for us today, more than ever. We pay particular attention to our skilful cuisine, which, as well as an excellent range of wines, means that real gourmets are devotees of our hotel.

The exemplary wellness competence in the “The Art of Beauty by La Prairie” spa meets with our aspirations – and is a harmonious way to round off the range on offer in our deluxe hotel & spa resort.

SOUTH TYROLEAN HOSPITALITY & ITALIAN ELEGANCE
We believe that the loveliest path to happiness during a holiday lies in the intermingling of alpine lifestyle and Italian noblesse. As South Tyroleans, we feel a connection to our region; we live in and love the region and its special features and are delighted to be able to share these with you.

Together with an excellently trained team of 70 staff and personalities from the Ahrntal Valley we create an all-round experience which remains authentic, yet nonetheless provides international style. We bring together influences from the Italian way of life with discretion and a wholly private realm.

In 2007 we completely devoted ourselves to creating a hotel which, in its details, serves to radiate the exceptional and makes your 5-star holiday in South Tyrol distinctive. We look forward to providing you with a very high level of indulgence.

IN HARMONY WITH NATURE
Having grown up in one of the loveliest alpine regions with all its protected stomping grounds and close to one of the most impressive landscapes in the world, the UNESCO-protected Dolomites, it is a matter of course for us that we preserve what is special and protect what is precious.

This is why we place a great deal of value in our 5-star hotel in the Ahrntal Valley on being mindful of how we use all our resources.

In our cooking we prefer to use produce which is from the region and which is organically produced; the facilities in our hotel have, for the most part, been created by local companies and carpenters and when it comes to building technology, we use computer-controlled systems in individual rooms, heat recovery in all the refrigeration systems to provide hot water and much more.

Even the mini-bar in the room is only refrigerated if the room is actually occupied. If the room is not occupied, the entire electric circuit there is switched off. LED lights and energy-saving lights are further elements. We get our heat from the district heating system which uses local biomass sources.

This saves greenhouse gases and CO2 and strengthens the regional supply chain. Responsible refuse sorting and appropriate recycling by our own dedicated staff ensures that this loop of sustainable hotel management is also consistently closed.

ROOMS & SUITES
Well-being is a matter of style. Style is a matter of largesse. We respond to both by providing distinct places to stay; places which are inviting and which have their very own charm and a contented ambience.

Abounding in lovingly selected details, each room & suite type has its own distinctive signature – inviting you to write your own personal holiday story. Catchy names such as the Belvedere Junior suite, the Romantic double room, the Naturell suite and the Jardin suite provide opportunity for your reveries.

Classic woods, silky materials, warm colours and strong accents define the spirit, while sophisticated extras, such as a tiled stove, a TV in the marble bathroom, steam showers and saunas, whirlpools and your own private spa suites are features of the comfort in the individual room categories.

Free WLAN & LAN, various flatscreen TVs and telephones, mini-bar, Nespresso coffee machine, individual temperature regulation in every room, marble bath and balcony are a matter of course.

Suite Jardin
The Jardin suite is an exclusive 75 m² three-chamber suite. Everything within and around it is aligned with natural relaxation and regeneration.

The natural antique wood, creme-coloured cloth, cosy tiled stove, sunny winter garden and garden terrace, and separate room offer you an especially comfortable stay. The Jardin suite is located in in the ground floor, and it includes a wonderful private garden with a view of the park and the Ahrntaler mountain panorama.

Junior Suite Belvedere
The Belvedere Junior Suites measure a generous 40 sqm. The sophisticated combination of orange and pine creates a friendly energy point for mind and soul.

All Junior Suites Belvedere offer a tiled stove, a balcony with a beautiful Alpine panoramic view. They are located on the 3rd floor. Bath: Shower, Whirlpool, bath-TV, separate WC, bidet.

Double room Country life
The rustic Country Living Category double rooms measure 35 sqm. The green and rose hues, the original wood from the old stables and the cozy tiled stove give these rooms a homey atmosphere.

All double rooms in the Country Living Category offer a balcony with beautiful Alpine panoramic views and are located on the second floor. Bath: Steam shower, WC, bidet.

ALPINE CUISINE & WONDERFUL HIGHLIGHTS
It is passion and dedication which inspires our team, based around Chef de Cuisine Rosario Titone, to create cuisine which pithily re-interprets the specialities of the region in a way which is filled with character.

It is this passion which makes our gourmet hotel in South Tyrol a meeting point for connoisseurs who have a high regard for special things and who want to be able to sense the strong roots of our culture of pleasure.

The sensory experience begins with an aperitif at the bar or on the garden terrace, finding its zenith in our Tiroler Stube or in the Aurea Vallis – exquisite produce sophisticatedly prepared, together with our finest range of wines to create a masterful composition.

Discover the highlights of our gourmet hotel in South Tyrol for yourself and bring your day to an atmospheric close in the evening in our lounge.

KAMINBAR & BRASSERIE
The open fire crackling romantically, warm colours and sophisticated materials caressing your senses. Everything is entranced by this ambience and the world seems to turn somewhat more slowly. Enjoy the atmosphere in our Kaminbar over a lovely chat, a glass of South Tyrolean red wine or with your favourite book.

Whether at the pool or on the ‘oases of calm’, on the sun terrace or in the Kaminbar – we indulge you everywhere with delicious creations in our 5-star Brasserie, which is open all day.

SUN TERRACE
Surrounded by a lush idyll or the winter wonderland that is the Ahrntal Valley, our spacious sun terrace also invites you to enjoy relaxing hours of leisure and fine delights, and also to simply find time again for thinking and dreaming together.

All the while indulges by our gallant service team and the specialities on offer in our 5-star Brasserie.

CIGARS & SPIRITS
A space for dignified pleasure. Fruit brandies which have a proud provenance, first-rate international cognacs, rare whiskeys and wines for connoisseurs accompany the aroma of the finest cigars – pleasure in our stylish smoking lounge which enjoys a superb view to the garden.

THE TIROLER STUBEN
Is it the unmistakeable charm of authentic Tyrolean country house style? Is it the tranquil atmosphere, which is always somewhat formal, or the team which courteously and simultaneously discreetly fulfils all your needs?

Whatever it is that you cherish in our Tiroler Stuben – the poetry of our gourmet cuisine will inspire you yet again.

AUREA VALLIS
Devoted to the traditions of the Ahrntal Valley, our Aurea Vallis is the À-la-carte gourmet restaurant in our hotel in South Tyrol. With an exceptional menu and imperious service, we provide you with an evening of exceptional cuisine.

As an alternative to the pleasures on offer in our Tiroler Stube, we also invite our valued hotel guests to discover the special features in Aurea Vallis, and we inspire families, revellers and companies in our outstanding À-la-carte restaurant in the Ahrntal Valley.

PRIVATE DINING 
Exquisite. Surprising. With a unique touch. – Whatever sophistication of haute cuisine you are looking for, in our gourmet restaurant in South Tyrol you get to celebrate ‘private dining’, at a 5-star level.

Whether you want to relax in your room or in your suite and enjoy your own personal service, want to enjoy the most romantic evening or are planning a dreamy surprise for your special events, such as engagements or a honeymoon – we provide inspiration with excellent tasting menus, award-wining wine compositions, romantic decorations and a great deal of time in a sophisticated private realm in our intimate Tiroler Stube, on the sun terrace or in your own personal sphere.

We impress you by providing a perfect symbiosis of cuisine and culture, of South Tyrolean warmth and exemplary service in a tranquil and elegant ambience, enjoying views to the mountains around our exclusive restaurant in the Ahrntal Valley.

CULINARY HIGHLIGHTS
When gourmet pleasure peaks in excitement and even the tastebuds of the most experienced connoisseur discover something new, you know you’ve arrived – in our gourmet hotel in South Tyrol.

We bring every day to a close with a culinary highlight – spectacular fireworks of excellent taste meet authentic-regional cuisine, proudly bearing alpine attributes, with a specific sense for the alluring.

ROSARIO TITONE
Head chef, dietary chef and creative mind of a successful team with distinction. Each dish is a little declaration of love to haute cuisine, each menu a foray through alpine cuisine. Be amazed.

TOTALLY REGIONAL
Located in such an abundant natural paradise, we enrich our gourmet cuisine with aromatic cheese and dairy produce from the Brunico Alpine dairy, fresh fish from the Forellenhof, lamb from the Hollechnerhof and local game – enhanced with herbs from our own herb garden and from the neighbouring Getzlechenhof.

SWEET TEMPTATIONS
Loving attention; created with the best ingredients from our patisserie. Fine chocolates, hand-made pralines and the finest delightful indulgences sweeten your afternoon.

WINE & GRAPPA TASTING
A voyage of discovery for your senses. Together with our sommelier, immerse yourself in a realm of wines and grappas, which are not just the reserve of Italian indulgence.

APERITIFS & BUFFETS IN THE GARDEN
When our elegant park facilities are touched by the golden light of the evening sunshine, we invite you to enjoy an atmospheric aperitif and delicious buffet beneath the awakening starry sky.

BBQ ON THE SUN TERRACE
In the stylish garden and with the mountains of the Ahrntal Valley in the background, we enjoy top-notch barbecue specialities with quality meat from local farms and vegetables and salads from the gardens in South Tyrol.

THE SPA
Re-discover yourself in a place of tranquillity. Smelling, sensing, feeling in one of the most exclusive spa hotels in South Tyrol, that all of your senses are wholly open to new vitality and inspiration.

Discover private well-being realms in the resort & wellness garden, enter into an invigorating interplay of warmth and cold, of relaxation and of new vitality.

Beauty and health enjoy valuable stimuli. Alpine wellness meets Ayurveda. Totally first-class cosmetics meet a very special instinctive feeling – in our “The Art of Beauty by La Prairie” spa, one of the most exclusive beauty centres in the Alps. Become a part of an exacting spa philosophy which makes each moment inestimably precious.

THE POOLS
Drift. Feel how the water gently moves you, its cleansing power making you seemingly weightless. Inside and outside alike, relax in the whirlpool or in the outdoor pool and swim a few lengths.

Indulged by the sun, or discover the highlights in the indoor adventure pool – in our spa hotel in the Ahrntal Valley you get to immerse yourself in a realm where you can just let go.

INDOOR POOL
A luxurious pool with waterfall, massage couches, underwater massage jets and much more. Dimensions: 9 x 13 metres; depth: 1.5 metres; temperature: 32 °C

OUTDOOR POOL
Fun in the water beneath the sun in South Tyrol. Enjoy moments of relaxation in the heart of our spa garden. Dimensions: 7 x 15 metres; depth: 1.4 metres; temperature: 34 °C

WHIRLPOOL
A sparkling, romantic whirlpool experiences in the midst of a magical garden landscape. Dimensions: 3 metres; depth: 0.7 metres; temperature: 38 °C

CHILDREN’S POOL
Fun in the water for our littlest guests. Dimensions: 3 x 4 metres; depth: 0.4 metres; temperature: 35 °C

SPARK NEW FIRE IN YOUR LIFE
Warmth in its loveliest guise. Experience this in the stylish saunas and steam baths. Sophisticated materials, local wood and a picturesque natural panorama create the ambience.

One where you can take a deep breath and re-energise. To be free and healthy. A little bit more, in every respect. A little bit more relaxed in every hour of well-being – in our 5-star spa Hotel.

THE TIROLER STUBE SAUNA
Pure comfort in a panorama sauna, offering superb views into the distance. Indoor climate: 90 °C; humidity: 30 %

STEAM BATH
A fountain of health for your respiratory tract and a realm of elegance. Room climate: 50 °C; humidity: 100 %

SALT WATER STEAM BATH
Regeneration and detoxification in a wonderfully gentle way. Room climate: 50 °C; humidity: 100 %

HERBAL SAUNA
Healing herbs indulge your senses and your health. Room climate: 55 °C; humidity: 55 %

LACONIUM
Beneficial warmth for a renewed feeling of well-being. Room climate: 55 °C; humidity: 45 %

FIRE ROOM
The tranquillity and the atmosphere create moments of deep Relaxation.

THE POWER OF THE CRYSTAL
Revered for thousands of years, each salt crystal is a gem for your health. Extracted in our impressive salt grading works, salt unfurls its complete healing effect in air and water.

Rest on the hot couches and feel how your breathing becomes increasingly easier and how you relax – before then immersing yourself in the salt-water pool, whose play of colours takes in the entire room, and your heart.

SECURE IN THE KINGDOM OF NATURE
30,000 m² and visually beautiful in every aspect – the spa garden in our 5-star wellness hotel in South Tyrol is a flourishing realm. Nature seems to reveal its everlasting beauty here, creating ‘oases of calm’ and wonderful paths, on which you get back to your happy medium.

Nestling in the unspoilt landscape of the Ahrntal Valley, you will find a private sphere here which is beyond compare. Tantalising aroma, the shades of the trees, the outdoor pool and the whirlpool, waterfall and the serenity of the moment define scenery in which we do of course also provide you with culinary indulgence.

At any time and with the best recommendations in our 5-star Brasserie. Enjoy your wellness holiday in South Tyrol to the fullest.

WONDER OF NATURE, ADVENTURE IN THE MOUNTAINS & CULTURAL VARIETY
Our Ahrntal Valley, the valley of the three-thousand metre mountains, a paradise for activities and a region of culture, is located in the northern part of South Tyrol – right where the south side of the Zillertal Alps meets the foothills of the Dolomites, where the adventure mountains of the region are inspiring, entertaining events characterise the Alpine year and a wide variety of activities lure you out into the fresh air.

Summer is alluring with its particularly mild climate – the natural surroundings are the backdrop for lots of exciting excursions, for tours of discovery, and even for world-renowned events.

Hike around the mountains in the Ahrntal Valley – these highlights are so close by and you can start out on your hiking and Nordic Walking tours very conveniently right at our hotels in South Tyrol.

While mountain biking you can find out about the many different aspects of our valley, while golfers get to enjoy a game on very well-tended greens in the midst of Alpine-Mediterranean surroundings.

For many years the Ahrntal Valley has been a real paradise for climbers and paragliders, during which the landscape can be discovered from a completely different perspective. Things get adventurous during rafting too, and during a guided riding excursion in the superb natural surroundings.

In winter the Skiworld Ahrntal Valley and the Kronplatz inspire ski fans, families and freestylers. During magical winter hikes, revitalising cross-country tours and tobogganing you get to experience up close the magic of this deep snow-covered winter wonderland during your holiday in the Ahrntal Valley.

SUMMER HOLIDAYS
Picture book idylls, fascinating adventure parks and a natural region which provides many different aspects – during your summer holiday in South Tyrol you get to experience the Ahrntal Valley on the sunny side of the Alps.

As a natural gem, it has always inspired mountaineers, those who enjoy the finer things in life and nature lovers. A tidy 80, three-thousand metre mountains characterise the impressive mountain formations, which are picturesquely permeated by the green valley and by the River Ahr.

The Ahrntal Valley is an amazing gem and a lively adventure realm at the same time, providing highlights for all the family. Whether on the water, in the mountains or in the air – there is something to discover, be amazed by and to gaze in wonder at.

Numerous activities tempt you outdoors. To adventure realms, natural spectacles and sporty challenges. The mighty summits soar here above the lush alpine pastures and meadows. The people who live here are true to their roots and provide you with a most cordial welcome.

Barely anywhere else is the alpine summer as sun-blessed and rich in diversity than here around our hotels in South Tyrol. Make the most of your precious days and enjoy a dreamy summer holiday in South Tyrol‘s Ahrntal Valley and get to know one of the loveliest of the Alpine valleys.

Hiking in South Tyrol
PEAK MOMENTS UP ON THE THREE-THOUSAND METRE MOUNTAINS
Pleasure hiking, summitteering, a forest walk or mountain tour – the Ahrntal Valley is a wonderfully unspoilt paradise for aficionados who want to get to know the natural surroundings at their most impressive.

Over 80 three-thousand metre mountains sit enthroned above the region, barely anywhere else are the Alps more impressive than they are here. Step by step follow in the footsteps of the real greats of mountain sports and in so doing discover the superb variety provided by this hiking region. Between a mellow 800 metres and a challenging 3500 metres altitude, the range of tours on offer has something to suit every need and every ability level.

Exceptionally gifted Alpinists will find some favourite routes here as much as those who enjoy relaxing Nordic Walks and families who enjoy being out and about. Come on up and be inspired by the beauty of this dreamy alpine setting.

HIKING IN SOUTH TYROL
The themed trails in the Ahrntal Valley are known across the globe and are exceptionally popular with hikers. The natural surroundings here are as inspiring as they are incomparably rich in diversity – alpine roses, lush greenery, mighty rock massifs and vigorously babbling mountain streams characterise the landscape; an experience you’ll not forget.

From an extended circuit of the alpine pastures, taking up to 10 hours to walk, to the family ‘Witches’ trail’ and walks along the bottom of the valley, every wish is fulfilled.

It is not just the summits which are simultaneously calm and elegant, the mountain lakes are calming in themselves too as are the Klamml, Klaus and Mühlwalder lakes, which sit like rare gems in the impressive scenery.

The steep paths which go past these lakes make it possible for you to conquer the summit up to the Schwarzenstein, which, at 2398 metres altitude, towers above the surrounding three-thousand metre mountains; its beauty is hard to top. But it isn’t just summiteers who will be amazed by the panorama, gourmets will be too.

A journey on the Klausberg and Speikboden cable cars, which operate from early summer until late autumn, take you into a sea of summits, while the many traditional alpine inns tempt hikers in to enjoy the views and some traditional culinary flights of fancy. You can probably already sense that hiking in South Tyrol is an experience in itself.

NORDIC WALKING
Gentle on your circulatory system, yet effective – Nordic Walking inspires people who want to find a healthy balance and a new sense of calm out in the natural surroundings, while taking the strain off their back and joints.

It’s as though the Ahrntal Valley was made for all kinds of tours – hundreds of kilometres on pleasantly soft meadowland, enticing alpine paths and adventure-packed routes in our unspoilt nature park are reason enough to enjoy the mountains in the Ahrntal Valley.

Whether you have set your sights on being active or just want to get close to the natural surroundings – here with us you get to choose between routes ranging from two to eleven kilometres in length.

In the Nordic Walking map, prepared especially for you, you will come across an exquisite range of attractive tour suggestions – from gentle excursions in the valley to tours which cover some 2000 metres altitude difference.

While on a wellness holiday in the Ahrntal Valley you get to discover the loveliest Nordic Walking routes in South Tyrol.

Interesting, rich in diversity and inviting – the circuit routes around San Giovanni in the Ahrntal Valley are unrivalled. One of the loveliest tours is the route to the Klausberg valley station up to 1054 metres altitude, which starts directly at our hotel in South Tyrol.

Beginners & the curious get to enjoy their own personal introduction to this trendy sport in the Nordic Walking School in Campo Tures. Here you get expert guidance in how to apply the technique correctly to attain the highest level training effect.

Equipped with two poles and a bottle of fresh Ahrntal Valley spring water, we also give you the best tips for you to enjoy a successful excursion in the mountains – and information about the perfect starting point for breath-taking Nordic Walking in South Tyrol.

MOUNTAIN BIKING
Today, more than ever before, exploring the inspirational mountains on two wheels is where it’s at. Sporty and contemporary, cycle sport has become an absolute must-do activity, and has already achieved superb heights here in South Tyrol’s Ahrntal Valley.

Challenging routes for real mountain bike experts and leisurely E-Bike and road bike tours for all the family snake through the valley – where there is always an invitation to ride on the vertical.

And the best thing? After every climb up the mountain, a downhill adventure awaits. Enjoyable riding and speed complement one another while you explore the entire region on two wheels and maybe even cross a few mountain passes.

We are happy to provide you with information about the network of singletrails and cycle routes in the Ahrntal Valley and can provide you with the very latest mountain bikes and E-Bikes.

There is also a bike hire station right at the Klausberg valley station, which meets the most fastidious requirements with regard to bike technology.

Each route has its challenges, special features and adventure-filled highlights. Our hotels in South Tyrol are the ideal starting point and the best destination for your day of mountain biking.

In San Giovanni there are shorter tours, such as the route to the Rotbach which takes an hour of riding and covers 480 metres altitude; there are also technically demanding routes which take a full day.

Enjoy sporty fun riding, stop-off in the many alpine inns which have cosy panorama terraces and be indulged like a gourmet in the evening in your hotels in South Tyrol.

Still have specific questions about cycling? Our team knows the most adventure-packed routes and can recommend the loveliest tours to you so you get to enjoy a unique mountain bike experience in South Tyrol.

GOLF HOLIDAY
A golf holiday in South Tyrol is unique – the breath-taking backdrop meets wonderful greens which impress with their variety and uniqueness.

A drive of some 30 minutes from our wellness hotel in the Ahrntal Valley, Golf Club Pustertal and its 9 holes, set at the foot of the Kronplatz, has everything you need to enjoy a lovely game right in the heart of South Tyrol.

The open country course is exceptionally variety-packed. You’ll find forest sections, open terrain and a few wetland areas, surrounded by picturesque tee-off areas and very well-tended greens. The golf school which has a bar and restaurant completes the experience.

We do of course have suitable golf packages for you and would be delighted to organise a tee-off time for you and take care of the green fees. New to golf?

We invite you to do our ‘golf licence’ course, when you will be looked after by the best golf pros in the state. We would be delighted to put together an individual offer to suit your needs.

Discover more. Experience more. The characteristic Alpine and Mediterranean landscape shapes this golf location in South Tyrol in a very extravagant way.

Golf course Lana in Merano is unique, surrounded by vines and apple trees, then there is the mountainous green in Passeiertal Valley and the high Alpine Golfclub Alta Badia. Improve your handicap, nurture body and soul and enjoy the natural beauty of the land – doing that here is a breeze.

PARAGLIDING
Forests, meadows and rocky massifs sit quietly beneath the summer sun. Observe how the River Ahr meanders through the valley; feel free and without constraints.

Paragliding in South Tyrol lets your dream of flying, at the very highest level, come true. There is doubtless no more sublime way to explore the natural surroundings than gliding through the air with a colourful parachute.

In the Ahrntal Valley there are perfect starting and landing spots for paragliders and all outdoor athletes who want to gaze in wonder at the world as though they were in an eagle’s wings.

Whether it is by yourself or during a tandem paragliding flight with an experienced guide – at Tandemflights Kronplatz you will find experts in providing fantastic flight experiences through the charming Ahrntal Valley.

Our hotels in South Tyrol are an ideal starting point for easy access to all of the paragliding flight areas in the Ahrntal Valley and the surrounding area.

Good to know – in our wellness hotels we do of course have plenty of space for your equipment, which means you can start out into your action-packed day with all the right equipment – right after a nourishing breakfast and looking forward to wellness & spa treatments upon your return.

Whether beginner or expert – you too will be inspired by your flight experience above the loveliest valley in South Tyrol. Make the most of the thermal lifts in this sun-blessed region and gaze in wonder at the scenic beauty which paragliding shows off at its very best.

See the Ahrntal Valley from a completely new perspective – be inspired by the indescribable feeling of freedom you get while paragliding in South Tyrol.

RAFTING
Wild-water rafting in South Tyrol is rafting in one of the most naturally beautiful outdoor regions in the Alps. Thunderously and with great force, the River Ahr winds its way through the valley, past rock faces, through rapids and on to tranquil sections.

The impressive force of the water attracts adventure sports fans from across the globe to come to us in the Ahrntal Valley – it is not for nothing that the River Ahr is one of the most popular rafting destinations in South Tyrol.

You also get to experience this outstanding adventure – together with experienced boat guides you get to enjoy an adventure of the utmost fun factor and maximum safety.

Suitably kitted out and with one-to-one instruction from the experts in rafting school Activ, even the basic course promises pure adventure for beginners, just as much as the advanced-level courses.

Twice a day there is the chance to get together with a skilled team. We would be delighted to reserve your rafting adventure in South Tyrol.

Get a feel for the element of water, its uncontrollable nature and the sense of pleasure you get when you overcome it. Rafting is an adventure in natural surroundings, one which will be beyond compare.

Celebrate your accomplishments in this action-packed sport in our hotels in South Tyrol close to the ‘Lutago to Drittelsand’ and ‘Lutago to Molini di Tures’ tours – two of the most exciting rafting routes in the Ahrntal Valley. The meeting point for these guided tours is Campo Tures, just a 10 minute drive from our hotel.

As well as challenging adventure rafting tours, there are also tours available for all the family – gentler currents and smaller waves ensure you stay safe, but still have fun.

Whether it is with the family, with friends or as part of a group – rafting is a team sport, which is very well suited to incentives and for motivational training. For it is only when a team works ideally together that the boat heads in the direction you want it to go.

CLIMBING
Climbing is a tradition in South Tyrol – and today more than ever it is a popular and trendy sport. Experience a feeling of elation on the vertical, focus on every handhold and step, one destination in sight, working on your inner balance – climbing is a mountain sport for a new generation.

With us in the valley of three-thousand metre mountains a variety of climbing crags, climbing routes and via ferrata routes invite you to show off your skills. The gneiss and granite rocks provide a surface with plenty of grip, which makes for safe, pleasant climbing – even on the beginner routes.

Conquer the Tobl climbing crag, where you get to experience a new dimension of this inspirational mountain sport. The crag is easily accessible and is enticing with a wide variety of routes, of every difficulty level.

Other climbing crags include the Drittlsond-Speikboden and the Pursteinwand. For those of you who are fans of secured paths we recommend a trip to the Schwarzenstein via ferrata route, which takes even less adept climbers up to impressive heights.

A safe adventure for all the family awaits in the high ropes courses in in Lutago, Campo Tures and also in Cadipietra. Ropes and footholds are secured between the trees, with safety sections throughout, which means they are perfect for children, who get to enjoy their own skills after they have enjoyed some expert tuition.

Anyone who loves climbing will be inspired by bouldering too. With the safety of mats, you climb just a few metres above the ground and get to sample great climbing fun.

As well as the open-air bouldering areas of Heachnbichl-Tobl and the Schwarzbachalm, the Ahrntal Valley also provides a bouldering area in Campo Tures.

You get to practice here no matter what the weather conditions, with a personal coach if you want; meanwhile real experts get to set out on the cliffs for a climbing adventure. Fantastic mountaineering and climbing tours can be found in the high Alpine terrain, promising adrenaline-filled and superb moments.

South Tyrol’s knowledgeable mountain guides are happy to head out with you. Find out about our mountains, the team in our hotel in South Tyrol look forward to advising you in person about the climbing on offer in South Tyrol.

HORSE-RIDING
Horse-riding in South Tyrol is a sport for explorers and romantics, nature-lovers and animal lovers. Find happiness on horseback. Discover the mountains in a different way and in so doing get a feeling of the strength and the gracefulness of these wonderful animals.

Here with us in the Ahrntal Valley lengthy trekking tours await, providing adventure-packed rides and practice sessions in one of the well-organised stables in South Tyrol.

Horse trekking enjoys a long tradition in South Tyrol, the mountains have always been crossed on horseback. In a group, together as a couple, alone or with children – the range of horse-riding options on offer in South Tyrol is wide and varied.

From taster sessions for children on a pony, to sessions which introduce you to the paddock, through to rides in the amazing natural surroundings and fairy-tale carriage rides through the Ahrntal Valley – everything is offered here.

With a fine horse-drawn carriage in the company of the charismatic coachman, you get to see how truly idyllic the Ahrntal Valley is.

Experience all aspects of riding with us in South Tyrol – we would be delighted to provide you with information in person in our hotels in South Tyrol about the loveliest trekking tours and the best riding schools in the country.

Haflinger horses are among the most popular horse breed in South Tyrol. Very robust and ideally suited to the Alpine conditions in the Ahrntal Valley, they are great for more intensive tours across the passes or into the mountains.

You can also venture out on your first rides and hone your skills in the riding schools round-about – Herbert’s Reitstall in Lutago is well-known for its action-packed trekking tours. Those who love horses also get to enjoy the spacious riding stables which have an impressive panorama view.

There is also the Fohlenhof in Caminata, Holzer in Riva di Tures, Obergruberhof in San Pietro and Walter’s Horses Ranch in San Giacomo which tempt you to enjoy wonderful guided rides in the Alps.

A GEM FOR WINTER SPORTS
Sun, snow & skiing fun – your winter holiday in South Tyrol is inspiring in every respect. As the most northerly valley in South Tyrol, the idyllic Ahrntal Valley enjoys a superb wealth of snow, is in a tranquil location and is enchanting on the sunny side of the Alps.

The loveliest ski areas in Italy are located close to our hotels in South Tyrol, winter sports enthusiasts, gourmets and families will find an adventure paradise here, one which inspires on every level.

The most family-friendly ski area, the Klausberg, is just a five minute drive away, while the traditional mountain, the Speikboden, with its famous descents and the widely known Kronplatz are just a few minutes’ drive away and can be accessed on the ski shuttle.

Experience just how much we nurture the fabulous tradition of skiing, with a great deal of attention to detail and passion, how attentively the traditional ski lodges are managed and the enthusiasm with which we invite you to participate in our exclusive activity programme.

You will feel it – skiing fun between 1000 and 2500 metres altitude promises lots of ‘wow’ moments, impressive ski runs and dreamy mountain panoramas. Discover the snow-blessed Ahrntal Valley as a paradise for your winter holiday – we look forward to welcoming you!

CRYSTAL-CLEAR ALPINE BEAUTY
At over 2500 metres altitude you get a different sensation of happiness. Millions of snow crystals sparkle in the sun light, the pistes are at your feet and the regal beauty of the sea of summits takes your breath away for a few moments.

Let the snow-packed scenery take effect on you and be invigorated by the crystal-clear mountain air on the Klausberg.

As a keen skier or snowboarder you will get to know this family mountain and will realise that it is a true winter sports paradise – with over 30 kilometres of pistes, eight state-of-the-art ascent facilities, such as the 8-seater K2 cable car and an unparalleled panoramic view across South Tyrol’s Ahrntal Valley, the Klausberg is one of the most popular ski areas in Italy.

Big adventures for little winter fans await with the extensive activity programme in activity programme in Klausiland, while you get to enjoy an unpretentious, dreamy day of skiing in the heart of South Tyrol.

Pistes of all difficulty levels, for ability levels, ensure variety. Boarders and freeskiers get to perfect their tricks in Snowpark Funtaklaus and can enhance their winter with sprightly ease. You too can discover the variety on offer during your skiing holiday in South Tyrol.

Your ticket for more winter. Experience the Klausberg family ski area and South Tyrol’s Speikboden with just one ski ticket. 23 lift facilities take you to snow-assured, excellently tended pistes, variety-packed activity programmes and traditional alpine inns which have superb panorama terraces.

Enjoy dreamy valley runs at the Speikboden, surprise your children in the Dino Fun-Line on the Klausberg and learn the perfect turn in private and group courses run by the ski and snowboard school in Klausberg or the Speikboden.

Named the most family-friendly ski area in Italy, the Klausberg inspires with a spacious ski kindergarten, where little whizzes enjoy their first moments of success; worthy of applause.

Youngsters love Klausiland, which provides magical moments with its fantastic attractions, like the magic carpet, the Klausi Express, the snow igloo, the mysterious Klausi castle, slides and the Witches’ slalom.

A hotspot for adventurers is the Alpine Coaster, the Klausberg Flitzer, which provides a roaring adrenaline kick on the run into the valley, summer and winter alike.

During your relaxing, yet equally adventure-packed, wellness & winter holiday in the Ahrntal Valley you get to enjoy the loveliest mountains, after all skiing in South Tyrol inspires all the family.

PREMIUM SKIING WITH GUARANTEED SNOW
South Tyrol’s number 1 skiing mountain brings a new dimension to skiing fun. As one of the best known areas in Europe, the Kronplatz is a unique adventure park and a sporty meeting point for winter sports enthusiasts from across the globe.

Just a half hour drive from our hotels in South Tyrol, contemporary capaciousness awaits, with the loveliest ski runs in the region, 30 convenient ski lifts and over 40 ski lodges, which tempt you in to enjoy a discerning refreshment stop.

950 to 2275 metres above the sea, we guarantee snow assuredness from November to April – and pure freedom. The ‘Black Five’, the five black pistes – Sylvester, Herrnegg, Pre da Peres, Ert A and Piculin, are a very special highlight for ski fans who are in search of sporting challenges.

40 easy to moderately difficult pistes inspire families and beginners with t heir superb versatility. Racing routes, floodlit night-time ski pistes, ski safaris and the Snowpark are attractions which are totally unique for skiing and snowboarding on the Kronplatz.

The Kronplatz is also part of the Dolomiti Superski Association, which means you get to experience no fewer than 12 ski areas with just one ticket and discover the most sought-after ski region in the Italian Alps.

On every ski run, in every ski lodge, everywhere in fact, you get the feeling that on the Kronplatz you have arrived in a really exceptional ski resort. Barely anywhere else is as snow-rich in winter.

The sensational panorama in the Ahrntal and Pustertal Valleys create a dream backdrop for really special skiing and snowboarding adventures. The pros at the ski school in Brunico accompany you and your family, providing charm and expertise way up in the pistes.

The rental services provided by local hire sports shops guarantee the best equipment and they also equip you with the latest top brand models for the season. So you see, with us you will want for nothing and we look forward to making your holiday at the Kronplatz complete with our Wellness & Spa offers.

ZINGING ADVENTURES
Practice your turns in the Klausberg ski paradise, Speikboden and on the Kronplatz. Carve, wedel, freestyle or enjoy a leisurely stop-off – snowboarding and skiing in the Ahrntal Valley inspires fastidious winter holiday-makers and nature lovers each and every day.

While cross-country skiing you can enjoy gliding through the sparkling winter idyll, with the majestic beauty of the 80 three-thousand metre mountains in the region always in view.

Head out on a romantic winter hike through the captivating Ahrntal Valley. Snuggle up in your favourite scarf and snap on your ski shoes and head out in the soft winter tracks.

Toboggan beneath the midnight-blue starry sky into the valley or party during a convivial tobogganing session with all the family in the beaming sunshine.

Ambitious mountaineers and courageous adventurers can have a go at ice-climbing up in the lofty heights and make an encounter with nature’s elements a highlight of their winter holiday in the Ahrntal Valley in South Tyrol.

CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING
An impressive adventure in the natural surroundings, a fun and trendy sport, a healthy form of exercise and endurance training – cross-country skiing is en vogue and can also be celebrated in the nicest way possible in the Ahrntal Valley.

In an extensive, very well-tended and snow-assured slope network the loveliest routes are there waiting between December and April, to stimulate your senses. The tracks proceed through snow-covered forests, crystalline meadows and broad glades – always sun-blessed and invigorated by the pure mountain air.

Discover the altitude slopes in Riva di Tures in Taufers and sense how effective training at 1600 metres altitude can be. On the 16 kilometre Selva di Molini-Lappago slope you come across traditional mountain farmsteads and get to know about the picturesque splendour of the Ahrntal Valley.

110 metres altitude are there for you to tackle while cross-country skiing in the Alpine and family village of Rio Bianco – over just 10 kilometres. The sunny slope at the head of the valley of Casere and Santo Spirito is one particularly sought-after cross-country destination.

The cross-country centre is optimally suited for speedy, sporty and also for extended and relaxing circuits – you’ll see, there is an ideal route for every ability level. Unique and not just a must for passionate cross-country skiers – the cross-country pass, which opens up an abundance of healthy sports to you.

Riva di Tures cross-country skiing school and Klausberg ski school offer courses for beginners and for advanced-level skiers alike and make this technical sport a fountain of health.

Having got a taste for Nordic sports, you can also learn about others here too – equipment is available in the ski hire outlet Klausberg Skihaus Sporting, then you can practice out in the magical Ahrntal Valley.

Stop off in an alpine inn for sweet or savoury refreshments, head for the Adleralm in Santo Spirito – Casere, the Angerer snack station in Riva di Tures in Campo Tures or the Buseggealm, where the finest traditional delights lie in store. Enjoy good food, wellness and cross-country skiing in South Tyrol.

A SPARKLING WONDERLAND
With every footstep the snow crunches mysteriously beneath your feet. The sun transforms the woodland and pastures into a sparkling sea – sophisticated, elegant, unique.

There are so many words to describe winter in the snow-rich Ahrntal Valley and there is always that feeling that it touches you so deeply that you will remember this sensation forever.

The Ahrntal Valley is a true winter wonderland, beyond compare, and it is one which you are best to get to know in a serene way – kitted out with sturdy footwear or proper snowshoes you proceed along the loveliest routes, which start directly at our hotels in South Tyrol.

A romantic winter walk, discriminating voyage of discovery or languorous stroll – everyone will fall in love with this idyll which seems so tranquil and so precious.

In around an hour you walk on a picturesque route through the natural surroundings, surrounded by the splendour of the three-thousand metre mountains in the valley, from San Giovanni to the Platterhof.

The tour to the Sandbichler Hof is somewhat more demanding – having worked your way through 483 metres altitude you are rewarded with wonderful views of the Ahrntal Valley.

A timely stop-off in the Bizathütte snack station which serves traditional South Tyrolean fare makes this 1 ½ hour tour through the snow-covered landscape of the Ahrntal Valley particularly enjoyable.

Snow-shoe hiking reminds you of the times when Alpine mountain passes were still crossed on foot, and brings the charms of these days to the here and now. You get to experience the unspoilt natural surroundings particularly up close, in intense fashion – and you discover that the Ahrntal Valley is a shimmering gem.

High above all the hustle and bustle you encounter pure tranquillity. One of the most popular destinations is the Hochlärcherwasen at 2031 metres altitude, when you pass mountain inns and head up to the sun. A somewhat easier route takes you to the Gruberalm at 1839 metres.

Original snow shoes and poles are available in the ski hire outlet Klausberg Skihaus Sporting. You will get professional advice about equipment here and can then head into the lofty heights safe and sound.

One specific positive is that you get to start your hikes and tours almost anywhere and adventure lies wholly in your own hands. We are happy to provide you with bespoke advice about the loveliest routes for winter hiking in South Tyrol.

ICE CLIMBING
Challenge and adrenaline, a highlight and incomparable lift – ice-climbing in South Tyrol is an extreme sport which exacts skill, experience in Alpine surroundings and discipline. It is not just professionals, inquisitive explorers also get to enjoy this superb experience in the natural surroundings in the company of experts.

The Ahrntal Valley is rightly regarded as an Alpine stronghold and an absolute focal point for climbers of all ability levels. Impressive ice falls and the Angerer ice climbing garden mark out the region as a top destination for thrills and an exciting sporting adventure.

Eleven different routes grace the Angerer climbing crag in Riva di Tures in Campo Tures – from the ‘longweilig’ route – WI 2 difficulty level – to the ‘S’Dachl’ professional route – M7 level – ice climbers, from beginners to advanced level, get to surpass themselves.

18 additional ice falls distributed throughout the valley show just how rich in diversity this extreme sport in South Tyrol is. Sure-footed, you scale the ice walls, step by step and grip by grip, with an experienced mountain guide.

As a premium location for ice climbers, the Ahrntal Valley is home to numerous pros who can provide you with valuable insider tips, the best equipment and a bit of mettle – they take you to the loveliest ice falls.

Our hotels in South Tyrol are the perfect base camp for all your tours in the region. Within a half hour’s drive you can get to Lappago gorge ice fall, the Eppach ice fall, Franziskus ice fall, Galerie icefall, the Jahrzahlwand and the Wasserkopf-Nordwand.

Has your interest been piqued? And would you like to practice this exacting sport? We are happy to take care of the minutiae and will book the best mountain guides in the Ahrntal Valley for you. Fulfil your dream of ice-climbing in South Tyrol.

WHEN MYTHS BECOME ICONIC
South Tyrol, the land of a thousand myths and legends, of sagas and of architectural gems, is one of the most significant cultural regions in Italy.

Living among down-to-earth culture and contemporary art is inspiring, with its seeming contrast – when you look, feel, hear, taste and experience properly you sense that the traditional and the contemporary come together in a wonderful way here.

Indeed, you get to enjoy both here – life with its finger on the pulse and a tangible feeling of rootedness in this fantastic area. In the heart of South Tyrol, between the Zillertal Alps and the world-renowned Dolomites, in the Ahrntal Valley – a valley of wonders, special features and stories.

SPACE FOR TRADITION. SPACE FOR HISTORY
South Tyrol’s museums, exciting exhibits and historic monuments enhance your relaxing and enjoyable days in our hotels in South Tyrol.

Whether it is a romantic sightseeing tour of the castle in Tures, a trip to the copper caves at Predoi mining works or exploring the Cadipietra granary – the Ahrntal Valley inspires with its wide and varied range of cultural experiences.

Indeed the natural surroundings themselves provide the most beautiful setting for cultural enjoyment. Discover the Museum of minerals or the Messner Mountain Museum, which is wholly dedicated to the inspiration provided by the mountains.

In the Crib museum South Tyrolean handcrafts are presented in an atmospheric manner, while in the Museum of popular art in Teodone, culture and tradition are tangible.

The highlight of your journey into the past will doubtless be to see the legendary man from the ice, who you can gaze at in astonishment in Bolzano in the Ötzi Museum.

You always get to discover something new and you can allow yourself to be captivated by Alpine history, which can barely be experienced in a more authentic way, or be more connected to the natural surroundings anywhere else.

EXCURSIONS IN SOUTH TYROL
Gorgeous South Tyrol, a place of contrasts and home to the loveliest mountains in the world, invites you to enjoy exciting city a, natural spectacles engineered by the wind and the weather, monumental buildings and cultural highlights.

From our hotels in South Tyrol you can very conveniently head to all the excursion destinations in the region. All the towns in the state and the surrounding sites are within a 1 ½ hour drive.

South Tyrol creates space for special moments, defining adventures and an action-packed time with your nearest and dearest. Think of your excursion as a tour of discovery, since every part of our state has its plus points.

Experience the variety in the language and in the plant life, the geographic location and a culture which is certainly one of a kind in Europe. Look forward to a dreamy holiday in the heart of the Alps – and pay a visit to the best excursion destinations in South Tyrol.

CITY WHISPERS IN THE ALPS
Even though the state is wonderfully idyllic, there are lively towns in South Tyrol and the surrounding area which are melting pots for art and culture from all over the world, and in which Italy and Tyrol are seen from a unique aspect.

Start your sightseeing tour in the closest big city, Brunico – renowned for its Old Town area, for its lovely little boutiques and inviting bars. Just a few minutes in the car takes you to Bressanone, a town which has two guises and is a historic stronghold in the north of the state.

In our capital Bolzano it is difficult to experience everything in one day – which is why we recommend the best spots for your excursion. Not far from Bolzano is Merano, an Alpine-Mediterranean town set in the midst of vineyards and with wonderfully designed gardens.

If you are eager to find out about how North Tyrolean people live and the cultural highlights this Alpine region has in store, then explore the capital of Tyrol, Innsbruck. Whatever town you choose, you will see, sense and taste a great deal – so, let’s make a beeline for the excursion destinations in South Tyrol!

BRUNICO
This lively town, characterised by its historic core and surrounded by the picturesque natural landscape of South Tyrol’s north, brings together the Pustertal, Ahrntal and Gadertal valleys.

The coming together of urban cultural history with the traditions of the people who live there is what characterises the special atmosphere of this town. Brunico is situated between the Zillertal Alps and the world-renowned Dolomites.

A gem of Val Pusteria – as the town is seen by the people of South Tyrol – it offers plenty of variety, energised by numerous events and enjoys a wealth of attractive sights. The town’s excellent restaurants are popular with all guests, as are the bars, pubs and discos, some of which are hip and take influence from Italian ‘Dolce Vita’.

Brunico is the cultural and also the economic hub of the northern part of South Tyrol – small, yet perfectly formed, boutiques and shops are densely packed in together, providing shopping fun and also tempting you to enjoy a leisurely stroll through the streets and alleys of the town.

With some 15,000 inhabitants Brunico is nonetheless one of the most significant towns in the state. The unique character of this destination has however been formed over the centuries.

Arts and crafts in particular have a particular significance here and have, for a long time, enabled the town’s individual reputation to precede it. Explore Brunico during a relaxing excursion – our hotels in South Tyrol are just a few minutes’ drive from this town in the Alps.

Start out on your excursion in the heart of Brunico and stroll along the alleys in the town. Discover the medieval style and the Marian columns, erected in the 17th century. The Old Town itself has numerous opportunities for enjoying yourself and for shopping.

Inspiring eye-catchers are the Baroque Santo Spirito Church, the gothic Ursuline Church and the Rain Church. The impressive Brunico Castle is certainly a decisive foundation block in the structure of the town.

Designed by Bressanone’s Bishop Count Bruno von Wullenstätten, who named the town, today it is a prominent monument which has a giant drawbridge, turrets and state rooms. The lovely castle also provides an impressive backdrop for the Messner Mountain Museum, an exhibition about the mountain peoples of the world.

For those of you who have an interest in culture we recommend a trip to the Town Museum. Where at one time the post horses stayed, today contemporary modern art adorns the sacred walls.

Also pay a visit to the military cemetery in Brunico. Some 800 valiant soldiers, who fell in the First World War have found an idyllic resting place here on the forested southern hillsides of the town.

Stories about life in the mountains are also recounted in the Museum of Popular Art in Teodone with an interesting exhibition which highlights different social ranks, past and current. With a great deal of culture, shopping fun, a leisurely stop-off and exciting events – that’s your holiday in Brunico.

BOLZANO
Discover South Tyrol’s glitzy capital. Popular beyond its borders for its individual charm, Bolzano is one of Europe’s very special towns when comes to lifestyle, language and culture. The merging of all the influences from Italy, Austria and of course from the state of Tyrol itself creates an unforgettable cityscape.

Whether it is lush vineyards, old churches, exciting museums, fairy-tale stately homes and castles, historic places, monuments or the well-known theatre – in Bolzano you find entertainment and sights which enhance your holiday in our hotels in South Tyrol.

With the Bolzano Card you get access to nine different museums in Bolzano, to 80 different attractions throughout South Tyrol, enjoy unlimited travel on all public transport and specials which will amaze you – all at a discounted price.

You also get to enjoy going car-free for once – the town is perfect for exploring on foot or by bike. Sightseeing, enjoyable journeys, an activity-based holiday and a heritage which preserves traditions – Bolzano is a town which has a thousand guises and charming magic.

In just 1 ½ hours you get to the centre of Bolzano and can treat yourself to a day filled with adventures, new impressions, tempting opportunities for relaxation, shopping and getting to know people who have a distinctive outlook. We would be delighted to advise you in person.

Set out on an exclusive voyage of discovery and start your trip with a leisurely walk through the town’s pedestrian zone and be inspired by the many fashion shops, creative gastronomic businesses, squares squares and lanes.

Relax at Walther-Platz square with the ‘Walther von der Vogelweide’ marble statue or stroll along the Via dei Portici and be inspired by the Maria Himmelfahrt cathedral, Ötzi Museum – yes, the ice man is right in the centre of the town – the Messner Mountain Museum and the Museion.

Do you love the theatre? In Bolzano classic and contemporary plays are wonderfully staged. Or maybe you would like to let the impressive natural surroundings in South Tyrol take effect and to learn about the traditional culture?

Then you can take in the stylishness of the castles in Bolzano – gaze in wonder at Castel Roncolo, which offers superb views, while Castel Mareccio set in the midst of vineyards and Castel Flavon are the venues for fabulous events.

Of interest for you – Bolzano tourist office also offers guided tours so you can explore the most exquisite historic and cultural treasures in the town. Be inspired by this cultural town – it’s time for your holiday in Bolzano.

BRESSANONE
Our guests talk about twin inspirations when they recount their holiday in Bressanone. The town and the mountains really are rich in variety. The oldest town in Tyrol is Baroque in style, yet at the same time it moves with the pulse of the times.

Here Old Tyrolean traditions meet the culture of Italian pleasure, 300 days of sunshine a year in an Alpine climate.

Hundreds of years ago it was still a destination to which the emperor travelled and a magnificent diocesan town, now Bressanone has become a town which has a modern infrastructure, in which historic buildings and genuine South Tyrolean customs find common ground.

The only cathedral square in the Alps, a proportionately large Old Town with medieval character, exciting museums and lots of smaller and bigger sights shape the townscape.

Experience Bressanone off your own bat or on an informative tour of the town – we are happy to organise a tour through Bressanone which is just an hour’s drive from our hotels in South Tyrol.

Bressanone – fantastic shopping too. If you want to feel a bit of Alpine lifestyle and a soupcon of Italian, the range of contemporary shops and distinctive handcrafts shop will fill you with inspiration.

In Bressanone you stroll through arbours, fosses and winding, fairy-tale-like streets. Take a bit of time and visit this historic city in Tyrol.

Museo Diocesano Hofburg is impressive with its wonderful ambience, highlighted by with Baroque and also of the Renaissance elements. The loveliest thing is the evening guided tour through the old localities, beneath the starry sky and with wine tasting afterwards.

Indeed, Bressanone inspires with its variety-packed programme and unconventional sights. Get an interesting insight into the world of medicines in the Pharmacy Museum – the exhibits place particular emphasis upon the production of healing elements derived from the earth.

Those of you who love immense buildings and spiritual hubs will be delighted with Bressanone’s Cathedral and the historic cloister. The cathedral in particular, originally built in 980 yet which has lived through various epochs over the centuries, is evidence of the Tyrolean people’s strengths in spiritual matters and in handcrafts.

Gourmets feel especially great in South Tyrol. In Bressanone the symbiosis of delicious Mediterranean and Alpine foods is underlined particularly appetizing fashion. Various events based around bread, strudel pastries & wine tempt you to enjoy wonderful moments through-out the year and to social get-togethers.

A winter highlight – Christmas market with its illuminated stands, where you can gaze in wonder at all the handcrafted items, enjoy culinary specialities and let the unique atmosphere of winter of Bressanone take effect upon you.

Be excited – the oldest city in Tyrol is an excursion destination which you stay in your memory for a long time to come. Look forward to your holiday in Bressanone.

MERANO
From spa town to top destination for that Alpine-Mediterranean lifestyle – that is Merano, where palm trees adorn the townscape as much as traditional South Tyrolean buildings. Even in the 19th century the Merano air was rumoured to have a therapeutic effect.

Visited in previous times by Empress Elisabeth of Austria, today Merano is an excursion destination for relaxing times in the south of the state. Merano has wonderful celebrations; you will find relaxation in the gorgeous gardens and will be enchanted by the wide and varied range of cultural offers.

Immerse yourself in the spa realm in this spa town. Designed by famous architect Matteo Thun, the building impresses with crisp lines and takes influence from the natural surroundings in Merano.

Surrounded by the Gruppo di Tessa nature park and the region’s vineyards, Merano provides a wide and varied network of routes, tempting you to head out on shorter and longer hikes – there’s also nothing to stop you from heading out on a leisurely stroll in your sandals, the view across the Merano basin is inspiring. Mediterranean flora and fauna merge harmoniously into the Alpine landscape.

Explore the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, where refined art has space and the natural surroundings impress, providing a legendary backdrop. Merano is cultured, Merano is unique, only a 1 ½ hour drive from our hotels in South Tyrol and definitely worth a visit.

Just cast a glance at the Merano event calendar; the town is exceptionally imaginative when it comes to inspiring people. The grape festival is a highlight in Merano’s event-packed year.

The end of the wine harvest is heralded by traditional music – you get to enjoy the delights of the region and celebrate a productive season with locals and guests alike.

The Merano Wine festival, organised by Gourmet International, is one of the most popular wine festivals in Europe. Whether it is the music week or the Christmas market – in Merano there is so much on offer whatever the season.

Those of you who enjoy art and culture will be impressed by the extensive range of museums and exhibits. In Palais Mamming Museum all of the archaeological finds and also artworks from Tyrol are exhibited. The Touriseum recounts the impressive development of tourism in Tyrol, from the very beginnings to today.

The fact that authors are quite happy to settle where there is plenty of inspiration, is evident here too. Merano has always provided unique inspiration for intellectuals – and its summer meet-up has become established as a highlight in the cultural year for those in artistic professions.

Not to be missed in this spa town – Garden Nights. Over the summer at Trauttmansdorff Castle there are appearances from international bands – the castle gardens and the facade are wonderfully lit up and the atmosphere is breath-taking. Discover this Alpine-Mediterranean adventure for yourself – during your holiday in Merano

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