Vitalpina Hotel Magdalenahof

The trip to Hotel Magdalenahof is in itself an experience: as you wind your way through the green expanses of the Val Pusteria/Pustertal valley and its side valley Val di Casies/Gsies, idyllic pastures and picturesque hamlets parade before your eyes.

Tucked away in the natural and cultural landscape of Val di Casies at 1,450 m of altitude, our family-run hotel is a haven of peace away from the hustle and bustle of larger holiday resorts. From here, you can set off to explore Val Pusteria, the Dolomites and the mountain pastures that make South Tyrol’s quaintest valley so green.

Summer or winter, we will be delighted to accompany you on a memorable discovery tour and pamper you with the attentive service that always comes with the Vitalpina experience. Welcome to Hotel Magdalenahof in Val Pusteria!

As soon as you arrive in Valle di Casies/Gsiesertal and step into our hotel, you realise this mountain idyll actually feels like home. Me make sure it does. Because only when you feel completely at ease can you enjoy your holiday to the fullest.

This is why we wanted our hotel in Val Pusteria to be small and fine, with 22 cosy rooms and suites, welcoming places for friendly encounters and plenty of peaceful corners to relax. You can get all the quiet you can wish for and enjoy a nice chat and genuine attention whenever you feel like it.

Together with our team, we take care of every detail to bring you an environmentally-sustainable and absolutely memorable holiday experience. We are all genuinely passionate about our job, and this makes a real difference.

Whenever you need us, you will find us at your side with a friendly smile and competent advice. Our chef Christian gives his creative talent free rein to serve you new culinary delights with every meal.

Hotel Magdalenahof opened in 2005 to offer connoisseurs and nature lovers a getaway at one with nature in green Valle di Casies. It is the landscape that inspired us to create a place that combines quaint cosiness with contemporary comfort – a modern interpretation of Alpine tradition.

In 2017, we felt it was time for a makeover, so we have been refurbishing and expanding our facilities. The new entrance hall and reception have become more welcoming than ever. There is a new stone pine stube that adds a touch of Alpine flavour to any dish… and more stone pine in the new suites to lull you into a regenerating sleep with its fine scent.

New treats await you in the spa area, too: a panoramic outdoor sauna with view to the green to make our regular sauna infusions even more enticing, a new gym for your training routine and new treatment rooms for when you want to treat yourself to a massage or spa treatment.

Whether you are visiting us on a summer break or a ski holiday, you will love the snug, homely atmosphere of Hotel Magdalenahof. The combination of relaxed, informal ambience, warm hues, and modern yet traditional style creates the perfect backdrop for a regenerating holiday.

Crown your day with a glass of fine South Tyrolean wine. Let your spirit soar towards the mountain skyline as you lean on the pool edge. Make time to relish the intense flavours of your gourmet dinner. Meet, laugh, chat. Indulge. Soak up the atmosphere and enjoy every second of your holiday in South Tyrol!

Tucked away at the valley head of Valle di Casies/Gsiesertal in South Tyrol, our hotel enjoys a traffic-free and absolutely idyllic location. Endless trails extend just outside the hotel for anyone wishing to explore the mountain landscape and enjoy the contact with nature.

Wonderfully secluded, Valle di Casies is also known as the valley of pastures. If you are visiting us in winter, you will find that the Nordic ski trail and the ski piste are just a couple of metres from our doorstep. We look forward to welcoming you!

GREEN HOLIDAYS
We love our homeland. Visit us and you will likely love it, too. Therefore, you will not be surprised to see how we do our best to preserve its beautiful nature. What we promise you is authentic green holidays in stunning surroundings.

At Hotel Magdalenahof we keep our promise through responsible, sustainable management of natural resources and an eco-friendly approach to the environment. As members of the over 30 Vitalpina Hotels in South Tyrol, we are proud holders of the EU Ecolabel – your guarantee of an uncompromisingly green holiday!

A green holiday is not about giving up certain things for the benefit of the environment. It is about doing things in a smarter way for the benefit of everyone. Including yourself. What awaits you at Hotel Magdalenahof is a variety-packed holiday full of eco-friendly pleasures.

We will be introducing you to the local peculiarities and standouts, and pampering your palate with South Tyrolean delicacies prepared with fresh vegetables, flowers and herbs from our garden. You will be surprised by the variety of outdoor pursuits the area has to offer and the spoiling choice of activities available for your fitness and well-being.

ROOMS & SUITES
Enjoy the attentive service and home-away feel of our hotel in Valle di Casies/Gsiesertal. Have a restoring sleep in one of our cosy rooms and wake up with your batteries fully recharged. Our new suites feature Swiss stone pine furnishings – fragrant wood for an even more relaxing environment.

GARDEN SUITE
Suite with fine Swiss stone pine furnishings featuring two separate sleeping areas, two-bed children’s room, oak wood flooring, large terrace, sitting area, spacious bathroom with shower and bath, separate toilet with bidet, hairdryer and make-up mirror, children’s bathroom with shower, minibar, cable TV, telephone, WLAN and safe.

FAMILY SUITE VITALPINA
Spacious suite with master bedroom, two separate children’s rooms with double bed and single bed respectively, balcony, seating area, bathroom with shower, WC, hairdryer, make-up mirror, minibar, cable TV, telephone, WLAN and safe.

DINING
From the energising breakfast to the multi-course dinner, the kitchen team of Hotel Magdalenahof will be pampering your taste buds with creative delicacies including Alpine specialities and Mediterranean classics – a toothsome journey into a world of taste!

Kickstart your day with a wide selection of fresh produce: natural and locally-sourced farm products, home-made jams and various bread types, fruit, muesli, tea and coffee and much more.

During winter, a rich afternoon buffet is available daily in our cosy stube, from 12:30 to 16:30. The choice includes warm soups, salads, pasta dishes and home-made pastries by our confectioner.

In the summertime, you are welcome to help yourself from the fresh fruit basket at any time. In addition, a cake and pastries buffet with home-made delicacies is available daily from 15:00 to 17:00.

Start your dinner at the salad- and starters buffet and choose your condiment from a selection of fine oils and vinegars. Relish a 5-course Vitalpina choice menu with exquisite reinterpretations of traditional recipes – a vegetarian option is also available – and lastly crown your meal with a selection of spicy cheeses from local dairy farms.

THE SPA
Nature is a constant companion here at the Magdalenahof hotel & spa, in Val Pusteria/Pustertal. Nestled in one of the quaintest and most enchanting corners of South Tyrol, our hotel makes the perfect getaway for nature lovers and quiet seekers. All around us, the Alpine landscape is an endless source of inspiration, well-being and relaxation.

True to our vision, we harness the healing power of nature to offer you a wellness holiday filled to the brim with revitalising and relaxing experiences.

Visit our Alpine-style thermal suite, take an invigorating dip in the year-round heated pool and unwind in the relaxation room before you treat yourself to a wholesome treatment. All you need for your wellbeing awaits you here in Val Pusteria!

THE SAUNA AREA
The view from the sauna area alone would be worth the bother of undressing. Add the quintessentially Alpine flair and what you get is pure and simple well-being. True to our philosophy, we believe in a wellness experience that is authentic, sustainable and above all natural.

With its Alpine hut-inspired décor, our sauna area is a haven of peace, regeneration and relaxation. Its centrepiece is the panoramic outdoor sauna overlooking the valley. The cosy winter garden with fireplace, patio and loungers also offers a grand view that will help you relax.

THE SWIMMING POOLS
There is nothing like a dip in a panoramic pool to feel refreshed, relaxed and revitalised at the same time! Tucked away in South Tyrol’s impressive green, our 4-star hotel features a panoramic indoor pool with integrated whirlpool and countercurrent system where you can swim your stress away.

The pool is heated all year round and leads out to the outdoor pool and garden though a sliding door. The large glass front offers a fantastic view to the valley and the mountains that embrace our hotel.

The poolside loungers and the lawn offer plenty of space for a relaxing sunbath in the summertime, while the bright winter garden with its panoramic windows makes a cosy retreat for the cold season.

THE TREATMENTS
Invigorating wellness packages, vitalising body wraps, soothing baths with hay from our farm, body treatments with wholesome natural extracts and more await you at our spa. Choose from our extensive range of beauty- and wellness treatments!

FITNESS
If you like to keep fit and train wherever you go, at Hotel Magdalenahof you will find plenty of opportunities to do so. As a Vitalpina hotel, we embrace physical exercise as a key to long-term health.

Besides, being active comes natural when you are surrounded by the inspiring landscape of Valle di Casies/Gsiesertal. Although South Tyrol is an exceptionally sunny land, there might still be days when the weather does not play in favour of your outdoor pursuits.

Fear not, though: we have our own indoor gym with top-notch fitness equipment. Rain or shine, nothing will get in the way of your fitness routine while you are enjoying a holiday in South Tyrol!

Our glass-fronted gym offers plenty of natural light and a fantastic vista – it will feel like you really are training in the great outdoors, after all. Facilities include a small refreshment corner with fresh spring water and some snacks to keep you going during intense training sessions.

SUMMER HOLIDAYS
Lots of sunshine and the most charming pastures South Tyrol has to offer – what’s not to love about a summer holiday in Valle di Casies/Gsiesertal? Enjoy the warm touch of the sun as you wander through one of South Tyrol’s quaintest valleys. Soak up the view. Fill your lungs with fresh mountain air and your head with an elating sense of freedom.

Exercising in the open air is a source of energy and inspiration. We are confident enough to promise that, after a summer holiday in Valle di Casies, you will feel like new. A promise we deliver with a comprehensive range of services, first-class cuisine and finest spa and wellness facilities.

HIKING
Trekking is without doubt one of the most popular summer activities here in Valle di Casies and Val Pusteria/Pustertal. Rolling hills covered in fragrant woodland and bright-green expanses, dotted with a flowery explosion of red, yellow, white and blue, offer a celestial backdrop for any hiking pursuits.

Set as it is in the heart of this green idyll, Hotel Magdalenahof is a perfect starting point for numerous tours. The choice is seemingly endless, with options ranging from a family-friendly walk to the Messner hut to picturesque routes like the Gsieser Almweg 2000 up to a challenging climb of Mt. Monte Quadra/Feldspitze.

Whatever your choice, you will be back from your summer holiday in Valle di Casies will a suitcase full of fond memories. Take advantage of our equipment rental service and hiking programme – often guided by host Josef Burger himself. Also, do not miss the weekly jaunt to our mountain hut for a sociable get-together.

At 4-star Hotel Magdalenahof, we make it our job to bring you the best possible experience for your walking holiday in Valle di Casies/Gsiesertal. Here, hikers hikers are offered a comprehensive range of dedicated services.

Every week, host Josef Burger will be your guide on several hikes in the charming Casies mountains and let you in on his best insider tips. And do not hesitate to contact us at reception in case you need personalised advice for your hiking tours!

Here at your hotel for walking holidays in South Tyrol, we not only offer dedicated services for hikers, but also provide top-quality advice, no less than 4 guided tours a week, first-class service and more.

The excellent location of our hotel in Val Pusteria also helps make Hotel Magdalenahof a popular choice for discerning hikers: We are tucked away at the valley head and surrounded by quiet meadows, thick forests and beckoning mountains. A trekking paradise that lies right on our doorstep.

Known for its winsome mountain pastures, Valle di Casies enjoys a secluded location that makes it one of the quaintest valleys in South Tyrol. It is a popular hiking resort not only for families and leisure walkers, but also for passionate mountaineers looking for a challenge. If you are after the perfect hiking experience, ask us: we will be delighted to give you personalised advice!

A PARADISE FOR ACTIVE HOLIDAYMAKERS
Hiking fans will love spending their summer holiday in Val Pusteria/Pustertal!. Thanks to our privileged location, nestled in the green at the valley head, you can take a regenerating break from the hustle and bustle and start your hikes directly from the hotel.

Our rich hiking programme includes four guided tours a week with either host Josef or other professional guides as well as free hire of hiking equipment and personalised tour recommendations.

Once a week, we also offer a shuttle service for visits to our own mountain pasture and hut. In addition, an extensive hiking-themed library is also available at our 4-star hotel.

OTHER SUMMER ACTIVITIES
There is more than just hiking to a summer holiday at Hotel Magdalenahof! The sweeping expanses of Valle di Casies and Val Pusteria offer alternatives galore. For example, why not try your hand at Nordic walking? The long, level valley trails offer just the perfect conditions for this sport.

Cycling is another very popular activity in South Tyrol, and for good reason. A short distance from here, the Dolomites are a real Mecca for mountain bike enthusiasts, with their narrow trails, arduous climbs and nail-biting descents, all enriched by epic views.

The Pale Mountains are loved even by the other kind of two-wheel fans – motorcyclists. South Tyrol’s many mountain pass roads enjoy legend status. Valle di Casies and Val Pusteria are also excellent summer destinations for a family holiday, with exciting activities like the Baranci Fun Bob in San Candido/Innichen, a high ropes adventure park and the local riding stables.

Looking for a special experience with a pinch of adrenaline? Try paragliding. If you think the Casies mountains and the Dolomites look beautiful as seen from their hiking trails, the sight from high up will leave you speechless. But don’t take our word for it: this is an experience you really do not want to miss!

NORDIC WALKING IN THE DOLOMITES
Nordic walking is an excellent way to keep fit at any age, as it trains the whole body while sparing the joints. As guest of our 4-star hotel, you can rent Nordic walking poles at no charge.

Here is our tip: try the 35-km Gsieser Talblickweg – a panoramic path with valley view that leads from the Magdalenahof to the Dolomites and is perfect for a Nordic walk. We have several other tips in store for you, so don’t forget to ask our reception team!

MOUNTAIN BIKE
Cyclists and mountain bikers will find that picturesque Valle di Casies offers intriguing trails aplenty. Some of the most spectacular routes are a whiff from our 4-star hotel, while the paths to fantastic mountain pastures start directly on our doorstep. The 42-km cycle path leading from Monguelfo/Welsberg along the Casies/Gsieser brook to Hotel Magdalenahof is a big favourite among families.

PARAGLIDING
As you soar high above the valley, the green pastures embraced by the Dolomites become smaller without losing any of their charm. Do not miss the chance to contemplate South Tyrol’s natural treasures from a bird’s eye view!

The local flight school offers kite- and parachute flight classes as well as paragliding tandem flights. Adrenaline, adventure and unforgettable vistas are guaranteed! Flights are also available during the winter season.

SOUTH TYROL ON TWO WHEELS
If you are a true motorbike fan, you will love Valle di Casies and South Tyrol. Intriguing mountain passes, verdant valleys dotted with idyllic hamlets and rolling hills giving way to towering peaks… enough to spark your interest?

Then visit us at 4-star Hotel Magdalenahof: you will have a perfect base near the curvy roads of the Dolomites and the opportunity to sample the motorcycle delights of Val Pusteria. The Herz-Katheder, Falsche Könige and Hochpustertal tours will lead you up the region’s most impressive mountain passes.

FAMILY SUMMER TRIPS
Do not let the pastoral idyll of Casies fool you: Val Pusteria offers a wealth of adventures for young and old! We have selected for you the top mum-can-we-go destinations the surroundings have to offer: a jaunt to a nearby pasture with stopover at the Messner mountain hut, the Kradorfer Alm hut with its playground, the Reierhof farm in Santa Maddalena with its animals, the Sun Ranch stables in Colle/Pichl, the pyramid-Kneipp course in Tesido/Taisten, Castle Welsperg, the minigolf course in Monguelfo/Welsberg, the high ropes adventure park in Dobbiaco/ Toblach, the tubing park and archery ground in Valdaora/Olang, the Fun Bob Alpine coaster in Baranci/Haunold near San Candido/Innichen and more.

WATER SPORTS
Action and more action: rafting, canyoning, canoeing… if you are feeling a burning desire for adventures, the waters of Val Pusteria are just the thing! Regular rafting, canoeing and canyoning tours are offered in the Aurino/Ahr, Rienza/Rienz and Isarco/Eisack rivers. Rain or shine, you can always challenge their raging rapids and your own limits. If this is the kind of experience you are after, ask our staff at reception for detailed information.

MOUNTAIN HUTS
Few things are more quintessentially South Tyrolean than a mountain hut sitting on a rolling expanse at the foot of the mountains. The mountain pastures of Valle di Casies/Gsiesertal are dotted with 46 mountain huts, one more inviting that the other with their traditional stube and sun-drenched terraces.

There is no better place to stop for a Marende (a traditional meal consisting of speck, cold cuts and mountain cheese) or to sample local specialities like dumplings, schlutzer and pasta while contemplating the charming view. Many of these mountain huts are within easy reach from our hotel.

Once a week, however, we are proud to take you to THE mountain-hut tour par excellence – the one leading to our very own mountain hut! You will be spending pleasurable hours enjoying good company and good food.

WINTER HOLIDAYS
Snow-powdered mountain landscapes, bright blue skies and a heartfelt welcome wherever you go. A winter holiday in Val Pusteria/Pustertal is all this. And more.

Old friend or first-time visitor, we are always happy to welcome you to South Tyrol’s quaintest valley and share its natural treasures with you. Our hotel is just the perfect starting point for all sorts of winter pursuits and we know how to help you make the most of its strategic location!

For example, we offer you quality equipment for hire, free of charge. Skis, toboggans, hiking rucksacks, cross-country skis and maps are at your complete disposal. This way you can travel unencumbered and still enjoy the variety of experiences a winter holiday in Val Pusteria has to offer.

SKIING
If you spend your winter holidays at Hotel Magdalenahof, you will have the chance to live your own personal fairy tale by exploring the snowy landscape of Casies/Gsies. From Nordic ski to alpine ski, and from snowshoeing to ski touring, Casies and the whole Val Pusteria/Pustertal offer perfect conditions for your winter pursuits.

Val Pusteria is a coveted ski touring destination. If the prospect of exploring its snowscapes on skis appeals to you, our hotel is probably your best choice. In fact, the first routes start just a few metres from our doorstep! We will provide you with useful tips and all the information you may need for you ski tours, from tour descriptions to the latest avalanche bulletin.

Since it is advisable to start early in the morning, a rich breakfast buffet will be ready for you from 7:00 a.m. to fill up your energy tanks for the day ahead. You can also bring with you some freshly brewed tea and a little snack for when you take a break.

Speaking of which: as you trudge through snow-coated Alpine pastures, keep an eye out for one of the catered mountain huts along the way. A stopover is a must, especially if you have a mind to sample South Tyrolean specialities.

We recommend the traditional Marende, a hearty selection of tasty farm cheese and cold cuts, accompanied by a glass of good wine – a flavoursome way to learn about the local traditions!

PLAN DE CORONES
Being one of South Tyrol’s major ski destinations, Val Pusteria is a land of plenty for skiers who like a bit of variety. The Plan de Corones/Kronplatz (25 km), South Tyrol’s No. 1 ski area with a total of 119 km of pistes in different levels of difficulty. The whole ski area is perfectly connected through 32 state-of-the-art lifts.

The cabins feature all mod cons including heated seats, WLAN and lots of leg room. And this is just the lifts. The pistes are manicured on a daily basis with 100% snow guarantee. Plan de Corones is one of the most advanced ski areas in South Tyrol and open for your delight from late November to mid-April.

CROSS-COUNTRY SKI
A few skates from Hotel Magdalenahof, the Casies Nordic ski trail stretches across the valley in all its 40 kilometres of picturesque beauty. It is suitable for both skating and classic style and probably one of the most varied trails in the area.

Once a year, the Casies Nordic ski trail hosts the renowned Gsieser Tal Lauf, a competition that attracts more than 2,000 participants from 20 different countries. Memorable, challenging, breath-taking… Many adjectives can be used to describe the experience of cross-country skiing in Val Pusteria. Except “boring”, which is never the case.

The circular trail in Casies is part of the Dolomiti Nordicski circuit, the largest in Europe with its 1,300 km of extension. To make things even more interesting, the trail is floodlit after dark, so you can enjoy some night skiing, too.

SNOWSHOESING
Three days a week, your host Josef will be taking you to a snowshoe tour of the most beautiful corners of our land. Together you will be negotiating through wide expanses covered in deep, shimmering snow.

Breathe in the pure mountain air and relish the surreal quiet of Valle di Casies/Gsiesertal! In this pristine landscape, snowshoeing is an authentic full immersion into nature, and an unparalleled way to experience the magical side of the South Tyrolean winter. Do not miss the chance!

Our tours come in different levels of difficulty and of course we provide you with personalised advice in case you wish to take your own tours. In any case, the necessary equipment is at your disposal for hire at no charge.

HORSE-DRAWN SLEIGH TOURS
Valle di Casies/Gsiesertal offers not only spectacular routes for challenging ski tours, but also a fairy-tale setting for romance. Few things are more romantic than snugging down under a warm blanket and sliding through shimmering landscapes on a horse-drawn sleigh.

So if you are sharing your winter holiday in Val Pusteria with someone special, this is the perfect way to make it unforgettable! Oh, did we say? The starting point is at a stone’s throw from Hotel Magdalenahof.

TOBOGGANING
Snow is like a white shirt: monochromatic, yet extremely versatile. It offers multifarious opportunities for good fun, including the timeless star of winter frolicking, tobogganing. Valle di Casies can boast several natural toboggan runs: the Stumpfalm, Pidigalm and Uwaldalm runs are all within easy reach from our hotel.

The uphill trek can be quite rewarding itself, but the real fun is of course in the descent. Enjoy a thrilling downhill ride and you will find yourself back at Hotel Madgalenahof, where a lush afternoon buffet will be waiting for you! The toboggans are free for you to hire directly at the hotel.

OTHER WINTER ACTIVITIES 
If the slopes of Plan de Corones left you begging for more, do not worry: Val Pusteria has plenty more in store for you. Every day you can sink your teeth into a new challenge, from carving to freeriding and from snowboard to telemark. Other local ski areas include the Three Peaks Dolomites ski resort and the Alta Badia ski area.

Both are worth a visit and part of the world’s largest ski circuit – the Dolomiti Superski which with 1,200 km of pistes extends over the whole Dolomites region. An absolute ski paradise for beginners, pros and anyone in-between!

One single lift pass gives access to all the pistes of the circuit – including our home piste in Casies. Various day- and season cards are also available. Are you looking forward to your next ski holiday in South Tyrol? So are we – do not hesitate to get in touch for advice and further information!

Website: www.hotelmagdalenahof.it

Rooms: 23

Price: from 295 EUR per night