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!
It's worth staying with a 'small' host at Easter3/27/2017
Every year it comes round again. No, we're not talking about Christmas, but still about new life and awakening. The resurgence of nature, life and Jesus Christ. Easter is nearly upon us! When crocuses and snowdrops follow Jesus' example and rise up ...
Spring comes to South Tyrol3/6/2017
The snow up in the mountains succumbs to the warmth of the sun's rays, while fresh blades of grass peep up out of the soil still cold from the winter. Yes, spring is slowly but surely colouring the countryside with bright hues that signify nature's ...
Magical places in South Tyrol – may the force grip you!2/27/2017
Inhaling the purest nature. Wonderfully positive energy flowing into every cell of your body. And suddenly you find yourself alone, hand in hand with Mother Earth. Do you have an idea about what I'm referring to? Quite possibly nature's best ...
Farewell to winter2/13/2017
The 3 must-see carnival parades in South Tyrol The original idea behind Carnival was to drive out winter. In villages up and down the land, people meet, walk through the streets together and focus on ancient customs in order to drive away the cold, ...
5 reasons to take a holiday staying with a 'small' host1/9/2017
A new year dawns, and it's time to plan your holidays for 2017. Anyone coming to South Tyrol (again) this year and wishing to experience it in a close up and personal manner should take a holiday staying with a private host in South Tyrol. Why? ...
A sociable fondue – how about the original?12/29/2016
The New Year's Eve fondue is a classic! For Chris too! This time he's had the idea of preparing the original cheese fondue. He'd like to share it with you as well: quickly and easily prepared and, above all, extra tasty! Surprisingly, this melted ...
South Tyrol’s ski slopes – our top 3 x 712/21/2016
Yesterday everybody went skiing. Simply skiing. Some hoteliers who have been there from the start can tell you about the first and only tow lift on the slope. A lot has happened in South Tyrol since then and every ski resort has developed its own ...
There are many ways to God: one leads via the mountains.12/13/2016
This was the way that, in the last days of October 2016, four men from the Ritten were reunited with their Maker. Four passionate mountaineers; four mountain rescuers; three family men. Four men from the Ritten, who together took this last path that ...
3 more hot tips for winter in South Tyrol!12/9/2016
Kli-Kla-“Klöckeln“ Tip number 4: Strange apparitions in Sarentino Valley What would you do if a group of odd characters in disguise brandishing accordions, chains, bells and all sorts of loud instruments turned up on your doorstep one Thursday ...
Romantic kitsch, rustic tradition or something a little out of the ordinary – what type of Christmas market do you go for?11/30/2016
When the best Christmas tradition of all comes to town, decorating the place gaily and creating a festive atmosphere, then it's time for strolling around, discovering and enjoying South Tyrol's Christmas markets. These markets conjure up a bit of ...
Hot tips for winter in South Tyrol – numbers 1 to 311/22/2016
Winter has nearly arrived in South Tyrol! It goes without saying that skiing, sledging and snow shoe walking are on the cards. Along with admiring the fantastic mountain backdrop from glittering white slopes and warming up with the help of hot tea ...
South Tyrol's castles – history set in stone11/10/2016
A sword fight in the name of fame and honour. Defeating the dragon that captured the damsel. The noble knight who goes to great lengths to conquer his beloved. Sounds familiar? Even if our swords were actually gnarled branches, the dragon a complete ...