Where does the way lie? How to actively discover South Tyrol.
Over hill and dale, through medieval towns, past blossoming orchards, up to mountain pastures or down on ski slopes with snow guaranteed! Don't know where to start to discover South Tyrol in active fashion? Don't worry – whether on foot, in the (bike) saddle, on a snowboard for with a thirst for knowledge – we'll show you how and when you can, must and should experience South Tyrol close up. And first of all, read here about what not to miss!
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A sea of blossom topped in pale pink – apple blossom time in South Tyrol
4/11/2016
A sweet-smelling, pink and white carpet covers the valley basin, while the mountain peaks are still obediently wearing their white caps. The fresh, new green of the deciduous forests and the apple orchards topped in a froth of blossom mean that spring has arrived! Apple blossom time in South Tyrol is each year a new experience. A genuinely ...
Spring flowers in South Tyrol – fresh colour v. winter grey
3/21/2016
Hardly have the first warming rays of the sun made their way through the canopy of leaves, when green shoots cautiously push their heads up out of the soil. They are just waiting to unfold in all their delicate and punctual splendour. A daffodil here, timidly turning its head towards the sun, a small snowdrop covered in dew there. Next to it a ...
Springtime in Meran
3/11/2016
We South Tyroleans are surrounded by mountains every day. We drive down them, through them, hike all over them, and live them. For a lot of us, every day, whilst others do so as often as they can. If you think that South Tyroleans find their landscape getting on their nerves over time and that at some point they've seen enough mountains, you're ...
Wanted: winter hotspots away from the ski pistes! Tips for non-skiers
1/28/2016
1. PURE SPA RELAXATION Enjoy 360° all-round views of the snow-capped mountains of South Tyrol while immersed in a bubbling pool. South Tyrol's star spa resorts will allow you this little luxury. Whether at the thermal baths at Meran , Cron 4 at Kronplatz or Acquarena in Brixen – huge glass windows will reassure you that the pleasant shiver you ...
The Dolomites hit your soft spot
1/23/2016
Humility Striving upwards risen from the sea, steeped in legend, praises extolled in song, where raw grey rock and dainty Alpine flowers meet, this poem comes from my soul. You proud mountains in pale robes majestic rocks known as the Dolomites, you magnificent peaks encased in rock, emblem of solemnity and eternity, I humbly sink before you, in ...
On your boards, get set, go!
1/15/2016
As soon as the days start drawing in and the nights get longer, keen skiers are longing to see the winter bringing out the best in South Tyrol. And now – at last – the snow has arrived! It took its time coming this year, but now skiers can take to the pistes again! Only – which one? Spoilt for choice For some, this is the best time of year, when ...
Dashing through the snow
12/18/2015
Watch out!!! Keep your feet up!!! Aarrgh – brake!! Everyone knows that sledging is great fun. Using your weight or digging your shoes in? There are heated discussions to be had about the best braking techniques over a warm cup of tea in a rustic mountain hut to keep out the cold. Who's for another round of cards before heading down? Whether ...
World – natural – heritage – site of the dolomites
11/4/2015
They rise up proudly - majestically even - against the sky, tickling passing clouds with their pointed peaks and giving way to lush green slopes and meadows at their feet which form a strong contrast to their unique, pale colour. Just twice a day, at sunrise and sunset, do they discard their pallor and warm the whole valley with their red glow. Of ...
Like a golden ribbon – the South Tyrol Chestnut Trail
10/16/2015
Step by step by step. Walking without any great effort, but in a constant manner. Your own breathing starts to match the rhythm of your steps and movements, landscapes, colours merge together to become sensations. Even the path seems to make its way in fluid fashion. Past old farmsteads, onwards to more open country, where meadows and sparse ...
Seeing out the season: out and about by bike in South Tyrol in autumn
10/8/2015
Your calf muscles are firmer than ever before and yet you gradually realise that it's time to put your bike away in the cellar. Quite unfair really. If you can, you should take advantage of the remaining warm days by packing your bike along with your suitcase. Visiting South Tyrol in autumn is a pleasant way to prolong the season, whatever type of ...
Follow the call of autumn in Sarntal!
9/10/2015
When the trees in the woods begin to change into their bright, colourful coats and temperatures drop just a little with every passing day, autumn has arrived. It's time to explore the great outdoors, this time in Sarntal valley! This unspoilt valley with its humourous inhabitants will cast its spell over nature lovers and hikers who know how to ...
A trident of stony beauty
8/19/2015
They rise up forcefully. Formed from bold grey main dolomite stone, sometimes gleaming red, dazzled by the heat of the setting sun. A paradise for nature fans, a trademark for the area. The magic of The Three Peaks merits a trip to the Upper Pustertal valley. The dream trio of the Dolomites The 'Große Zinne' (great peak) scrapes the 3,000 metre ...