Top Recommendations | Val d’Isarco

Our top recommendations for Val d’Isarco:

Cantina Valle Isarco | Chiusa
Because the Valle Isarco enjoys the ideal climate for growing white grapes, the Cantina Produttori Valle Isarco specialized in the production of white wine. Thanks to the ideal climate, grapes of remarkably high quality, and flawless processing techniques the white wines from the Cantina Produttori Valle Isarco are now among the most celebrated wines produced in South Tyrol… Our modern facility at Chiusa produces about 950.000 bottles every year. The elegance and character of the wines reflect the philosophy of the Cantina and of its 135 members: Quality without compromise!

Franzensfeste Fortress
With its gigantic appearance and labyrinth of rooms, corridors and stairways, the fortress of Franzensfeste/Fortezza belongs to the most interesting fortresses in the Alpine region. This masterpiece of Austrian fortress architecture was built from 1833 to 1838 and has a varied history. 2008 it was opened to the public and since than it hosts international and local exhibitions of art, architecture and other events.

Acquarena | Bessanone
The water world Acquarena in Bressanone is the top tip for 365 days a year!
From June to September the generous outside facilities tempt visitors with several different pools. The fun pool with a 77 m long spiral slide, Jacuzzi loungers and more ensures that there is not a minute of boredom! Our smallest guests have fun in the children’s pool with many water games. Ambitious athletes practice in the Olympic sized pool with 10 lanes and diving towers. The offer is rounded off with a children’s playground, beach volleyball and beach soccer court.

The Museum of Pharmacy | Bressanone
In autumn 2002, THE MUSEUM OF PHARMACY IN BRIXEN (BRESSANONE) opened its doors to the public for the first time. Its unique collection of exhibits welcomes visitors – experts and novices alike – to an exciting journey of the history of pharmaceutical drug making. The instruments on display, including pill press machines and suppository molds, glassware, jars and packaging have all been used in our pharmacy, some of them for more than 400 years. They serve as impressive evidence of the evolution of science in a pharmaceutical context.

Brixen Bikepark | Plose
Since 2018 Brixen Bikepark is open, and mountain bikers are impressed with the flow and whistler feeling. Not without reason: After all, the whistler makers of Gravity Logic personally took manners – or excavators – in hand. The men from Gravity Logic are masters of their trade and know exactly what fun it is to whom. There are now four dream lines waiting for you.

Brixen Bikepark | Plose

How to reach the Bikepark

Since 2018 Brixen Bikepark is open, and mountain bikers are impressed with the flow and whistler feeling. Not without reason: After all, the whistler makers of Gravity Logic personally took manners – or excavators – in hand. The men from Gravity Logic are masters of their trade and know exactly what fun it is to whom. There are now four dream lines waiting for you.
All lines are within reach of the Plose gondola lift from St. Andrea/St. Andrä, starting right from the mountain station lift exit. Take the Palmschoß chairlift to return from the Jerry Line, the Hammer Line and the Palm Pro Line to the top station.

Brixen Bikepark Opening hours (until 14 October):
Sky Line: 9 am – 6 pm
Jerry Line: 9 am – 4:45 pm
Hammer Line: 9 am – 4:45 pm
Pam Pro Line: 9 am – 4:45 pm

Prices: Cycling on the Plose | Brixen

The four Lines:
Jerry Line
Length: 4,2 km | Difference in altitude: 300 m | Average incline: 7 % | Level of difficulty: green
The Jerry Line is easy. Jerry, the creator of the line who also gave it its name, has never designed it too steep, never too rough and never to tight: It is simply ideal for beginners and kids.
Hammer Line Length:
1,9 km | Difference in altitude: 165 m | Average incline: 8,5 % | Level of difficulty: blue
Thanks to a few jumps and some nice back and forth action, the Hammer Line guarantees airtime and variety at a length of 1.9 km and 165 metres of height. This line is sensational – it is awesome fun.
Palm Pro Line Length:
2,5 km | Difference in altitude: 265 m | Average incline: 11 % | Level of difficulty: red
The Palm Pro Line is hand built from top to bottom and a dream for fans of challenging lines. The line challenges advanced riders with some features, jumps and steeper passages. The length of 2.5 km is more than impressive for a hand-built line. The Palm Pro Line is one of the most demanding lines inside Brixen Bikepark .
Sky Line (Ex Plose Single Trail)
Length: 6,6 km | Difference in altitude: 900 m | Average decline: 13 % | Level of difficulty: red
The Sky Line has the longest tradition in Brixen Bikepark. It is the oldest and also the longest line in the park. It is well and truly fast, due to its length demanding in term of fitness, and it requires a good control and the ability to ride safely. The line starts at the mountain Station of the Plose gondola lift and leads over nearly 1000 metres down to the bottom station. On the ride down into the valley, bikers have the benefit of a breathtaking panoramic view to Brixen.

The difficulty levels in the Brixen Bikepark:
Green – very easy:
Beginners friendly line with soft curves and flowing routing. There are no artificial obstacles or jumps, the line is also suitable for children. Basic knowledge of mountain biking required.
Blue – easy: Suitable line for mountain bikers with safe, advanced riding technique and jump skills. There are artificial obstacles such as bends, wallrides, steep steps and jumps.
Red – intermediate: A line built for mountain bikers with good braking and cornering skills. Good jumping technique and mastery of hairpin turn techniques are prerequisites. There are changing surfaces and also loose ground.

Respect is a matter of honour for every biker
Many of the farmers living on the slopes oft he Plose still work their meadows and woods. That’s why you all are asked to respect the work of these people by staying on the official bike trails. Especially during harvest time and when the cattle is out on the meadows, there is a certain risk. Please be aware and pay respect. Thank you!

Ride Fair
1. Riding the mountain-bike is at your own risk.
2. Only ride on indicated bike lines. Leaving marked bike lines leads to the withdrawal of the lift ticket.
3. A helmet is required for all riders in the Bikepark (full face helmet recommended). Wear appropriate clothing and protectors.
4. Your mountain-bike must be free of any technical faults. Use of Enduro-, Downhill-, Freeride- or All-Mountain Bike recommended.
5. Please follow the indications of the Bikepark staff as well as of all signs, including line closures.
6. At intersections between bike lines and paved roads art. 145 of the highway code is applied.
7. Respect other visitors, the land and the wildlife.
8. Absolute ban on alcohol.

Contact:
PloseBike
Seilbahnstraße 17
39042 St. Andrä/Brixen
+39 339-6445548

Top Recommendations | Merano surroundings

Our top recommendations for Merano surroundings:

FlyHirzer – Tandem Paragliding | Hirzer
Float weightlessly in the sky. Feel the pure feeling of freedom. Experience a very special nature experience. Who does not dream of marvelling at the South Tyrolean mountains from the perspective of an eagle? With a tandem or paragliding flight this is easier than you think. Whether you are interested in a paragliding flight at the Hirzer or in a tandem flight over Merano: we will accompany you!

MuseoPassiria | S. Leonardo in Passiria
Cattle-dealer, rebel leader, hero. The permanent exhibition cast an ironic eye over the legend of the Tyrolean popular hero Andreas Hofer. It shows how the Tyrolean rebellion of 1809 against Napoleon unfolded. It offers a glimpse into Hofer’s mind and his despair with God and the Emperor. And it shows how, despite his failure, the era following Hofer made him into a hero.

Tyrol Castle | Tirolo
Tyrol Castle is the most historically significant castle in South Tyrol. Its origins stretch back into the late 11th century. Since 2003 Tyrol Castle has housed the South Tyrolean Museum of History. Its main focus is the history of the province from its beginnings to modern times.

Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle | Merano
The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, located in the town of Merano (Meran) in northern Italy, is a botanical garden nestled into a twelve-hectare amphitheatre with an altitude differential of 100 meters. Trauttmansdorff offers spectacular views of exotic gardens and breathtaking vistas of the surrounding mountains and the spa resort town of Merano.

Alpin Bob | Merano 2000
Bobsledding in summer? For sure, because in Merano 2000 offers year-round sledding fun! The 1.1 kilometer-long Alpin Bob is THE attraction in the recreational area above Merano.

Alpin Bob | Merano 2000

How to reach the Alpin Bob

Bobsledding in summer? For sure, because in Merano 2000 offers year-round sledding fun! The 1.1 kilometer-long Alpin Bob is THE attraction in the recreational area above Merano.
In a mere 5 minutes, the entire family can speed downhill with the Alpin Bob. In parts the bobsled hovers up to 12 meters above the ground – adrenaline rush guaranteed for young and old alike! At the starting house, courageous bobsled drivers can have a photo taken of them along with their speed record. The sweeping track starts at the Piffinger Köpfl between the cable car summit station and the Falzeben cable car summit station. After the pacy run, the daring bob-sledders will be transported back to the starting point. During summer it is also possible to disembark at the base station and continue on foot to Falzeben.

Track data:
Duration of descent = 3-5 minutes
Duration of ascent = 4-5 minutes
Length of downhill track = approx. 1100 meter
Length of uphill track = approx. 350 meter
Altitude difference = approx. 150 meter

Opening hours:

30. May – 26. June
28. Settembre – 08. Novembre
from 10 am to 4:30 pm
27. June – 27. September from 10 am to 5:15 pm

Price:

1 ride 5,00 €
5 rides 22,50 €
10 rides 42,50€

Note:
Children between 3 and 9 years old ride for free, but have to be accompanied by an adult.

Cycling on the Plose | Brixen

Brixen is the 1st worthwhile bike hotspot for mountain bikers south of the Brenner Pass. Here city, country, flow meet sunny minds, southern weather from April to November and a warm welcome culture.

Mountain bikes are carried free of charge on the Plose cable car and the Palmschoss chairlift.
Note: No bike transport in the cable car Pfannspitz.

Bike pass prices:

Junior 6-18 years,
groups
Adults,
seniors
Brixencard
4 h 21,00 € 27,00 € 16,00€ Jun./gr.
22,00 € Adu./sen.
1 Tag 24,00 € 32,00 € 19,00€ Jun./gr.
27,00 € Adu./sen.
2 Tage 45,00 € 59,00 € 40,00€ Jun./gr.
54,00 € Adu./sen.
3 Tage 62,00 € 82,00 € 57,00€ Jun./gr.
77,00 € Adu./sen.
4 Tage 75,00 € 99,00 € 70,00€ Jun./gr.
94,00 € Adu./sen.

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In the information shop at the top station of the Plose cable car you can rent all the bicycle equipment:

E-Bike/day 37,00 €
E-Bike Child/day 29,00 €
E-Bike Fully/day 47,00 €
Mountainbike/ day 27,00 €
Mountainbike Child 20‘‘ and 24“/ day 15,00 €
Freeride Bike/3h (incl. protective equipment) 49,00 €
Freeride Bike Child/3h (incl. protective equipment) 39,00 €
Mountainscooter/day (Trip incl. protective equipment) 15,00 €
Mountainscooter Child/day (Trip incl. protective equipment) 12,00 €

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Opening hours Infoshop:
Monday – Sunday 09:15 am – 04:45 pm

Contact:
Infoshop Plose
Seilbahnstr. 17
39042 St. Andrä/Brixen (BZ)
+39 0472-200433

FlyHirzer – Tandem Paragliding | Hirzer

How to reach the experience

Float weightlessly in the sky. Feel the pure feeling of freedom. Experience a very special nature experience. Who does not dream of marvelling at the South Tyrolean mountains from the perspective of an eagle? With a tandem or paragliding flight this is easier than you think. Whether you are interested in a paragliding flight at the Hirzer or in a tandem flight over Merano: we will accompany you!
Our team consists of state-certified tandem pilots, all of whom have many years of flying experience. Trust in our competence and reliability – then nothing more stands in the way of your dream of flying!

Procedure:
Meeting point is at the Hirzer cable car in Saltusio, to the left of the main entrance of the cable car.
A short introduction or briefing follows. It is explained where the landing site is located.
You start with the cable car – 15 minutes to the middle station – 30 minutes to the top station (after that you have to walk about 5 minutes). You have to pay for the cable car ticket yourself.
Before the start you will get a detailed introduction into the matter of flying. When starting, you only need to run downhill for about 10 to 15 meters.
1-2 meters of slow running is enough for the landing. Everything else is done by your pilot.
At the end you will receive your flight diploma. Congratulations!

Flugroute 1: Mittelstationflug Hirzer
Flight duration: approx. 15 minutes
Difference in altitude: 1,000 m
Starting point: 1,450 m directly next to the terrace of Gasthof Prennanger
Landing: Saltusio – Torgglerhof 450 m
Time required: 1 hour in total

Flugroute 2: Bergstationflug Hirzer
Flight duration: approx. 30 minutes
Difference in altitude: 1,750 m
Starting point: 2,200 m above the mountain station, 15 minutes walk
Landing: Saltusio – Torgglerhof 450 m
Time required: 90 minutes in total

Flugroute 3: Thermikflug Hirzer
Flight duration: approx. 45 minutes
Starting point: 2,200 m above the mountain station
Landing: Saltusio – Torgglerhof 450 m
Time required: 2 hours in total

Flugroute 4: Hirzer Gipfelflug
Flight duration: approx. 60 minutes
Starting point: 2,200 m above the mountain station, 15 minutes walk
Landing: Saltusio – Torgglerhof 450 m
Time required: 2 hours in total

Price: 

Flugroute 1 Mittelstationflug Hirzer 80,00 € (without cable car)
Flugroute 2 Bergstationflug Hirzer 110,00 € (without cable car)
Flugroute 3 Thermikflug Hirzer 140,00 € (without cable car)
Flugroute 4 Hirzer Gipfelflug 170,00 € (without cable car)

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Contact:
Fly Hirzer – Oswald Gilg
Obertall 24/b
39017 Scena
+39 334 2662424

Top Recommendations | Val Venosta

Our top recommendations for Val Venosta:

Mondotreno | Rablà
Mondotreno is the largest digital installation of miniature railways in Italy. Mondotreno is located in Rablà near Merano (BZ) and represents, with its more than 20,000 pieces, one of the largest private collections of miniature trains. The Mondotreno is fascinating for its surprising models, 1:87 (H0) scale reproductions complete with numerous details and interactive elements that arouse great amazement among visitors. Come and discover South Tyrol in miniature and our incredible fantasy world “Half Mountain” with its impressive variety of landscapes.

Kiteboarding | Resia Lake
With stereo radio helmets and boat support as needed, optimal learning conditions are available to you at Resia Lake. We start from a very large beautiful meadow, unique for kiters. Our equipment is safe, modern and up-to-date.

Churburg Castle | Sluderno
Churburg Castle rises above Sluderno in the sunny Venosta Valley between the Passo Resia and Merano: one of the best preserved castles in South Tyrol with the largest private armoury and a fairytale arcade walkway.

National Park aquaprad | Prad
The acquaprad National Park Visitors Center is found in Prato allo Stelvio. The modern building hosts an interactive presentation explaining the importance of water in the mountains. Water is indeed a vital element in the life of the Stelvio National Park and is a central theme in the permanent exhibition.

Canyoning | Ciardes
A combination of trekking, swimming, and mountaineering inside wild canyons technically equipped by us.
The duration includes: signing up, kitting out, instructions, and return to base in one of our minibuses.

Canyoning | Ciardes

How to reach experience 

Duration: 4 – 5 hours
Difficulty level: Medium-high
Route-lenght: 3 – 4km

A combination of trekking, swimming, and mountaineering inside wild canyons technically equipped by us.
The duration includes: signing up, kitting out, instructions, and return to base in one of our minibuses.

Price: 

Adults (14+) 75,00 €
Children (10-13 years) 45,00 €

Contact:
Acquaterra Outdoor Activities A.S.D.
Sandenweg 2
39020 Ciardes
+39 336611336

Top Recommendations | Bassa Atesina

Our top recommendations for Bassa Atsina:

Wine estate Pfitscher | Montagna
Wine lovers for a century and a half and still not a bit tired. At the Pfitschers 3 generations make wine, live and work together. They stand for clear, straightforward wines from high sites. The cool climate gives them expression, finesse and a unique identity.

Trampoline park | Egna
Enjoy the liberating feeling of jumping, feel the adrenalin kick and forget the everyday life. With 30 trampolines and various attractions, fun is guaranteed for young and old!

Geoparc Bletterbach gorge | Aldino
A journey through millions of years is that along your hiking tour through the Bletterbach gorge. This UNESCO World Heritage site provides insight into the inner part of the mountains, into the world of rocks and stones and into the structure of the Dolomites. The gorge is an open book, where scientists, hikers passionate about geology, as well as nature-loving families with children may read about more than 40 million years of geological history.

Haderburg | Salorno
The castle of Salorno stands imposingly on the rocks above the village and is the symbol of the village. Its position makes it one of the most impressive ruins in the Alps. It was built in the Middle Age and during the time it was constantly enlarged. It was in possession of different nobel families and since the 17th century it belongs to the descendants of Earl Zenobio-Albrizzi from Venice. Thank to their help the castle was restored. Since 2003 it can be visited during summer.

Museum of People through Time | Kurtatsch
The Museum of People through Time shows the life of people in South Tyrol from the Stone Age up to the very recent past. Various epochs are illustrated using countless original objects, numerous experiments and animations. Annually changing exhibitions offer a glimpse of the large collection.

Top Recommendations | Ladinia-Dolomiti

Our top recommendations for Ladinia-Dolomiti:

Dolfi Land | Ortisei
Dolfi Land was created in 2007 and it is the first and only theme park dedicated to wood carving. The park is crafted with attention to the smallest detail, decorated according to the season. Wood connoisseurs will find a vast assortment of thousands of sculptures and other products, selected from a range of over 60,000 products which have been developed during the course of Dolfi’s 120-year history.

Golfclub | Carezza
The expression „mountain beast“ its not meaningless, because during a golf match at the GC Carezza you have to overcome 400m altitude . The 9 holes are situated on 1.680m above sea level and extend on a surface of 45 hectar.
The breath taking panorama on the Rosengarten mountain stands for a long time in everyones memory, after having played under a charming scenery.
Even the european aristocracy knew about the beauty of this golf place in Carezza and came already in 1905 to southyrol to play this amazing sport. The Golf Club Carezza is established since 24 years . Every year, many Golf tournaments are organized. The alpine iron man is one of the most popular and hardest golf tournaments in the region with a playing game of twelve hours. This requires a lot of conditioning and endurance from all players.

Funes Nature Park House | Funes
Puez–Odle Nature Park, which is known as Puez–Geisler in German, encompasses mountain ranges such as the Odle Group and the Peitlerkofel Massif, ranking it amongst the most impressive and most photographed mountain formations in the whole of the Alps. The central information point of the nature park is Funes Nature Park House, which opened in 2009 in San Maddalena in Funes/Villnöss. The simple contemporary cube made of concrete, wood and glass was designed by architects Stefan Burger and Birgit Rudacs and is integrated harmoniously into its surroundings
in terms of both form and colour.

Mar Dolomit | Ortisei in Val Gardena
Swimming, relaxing and entertaining in the swimming pool “Mar Dolomit” of Ortisei in Val Gardena. The swimming pools in Ortisei are composed of an outdoor area and an indoor area, where you find pools of different sizes and shapes. In the indoor area there is located the heated 25 m. pool, a hot whirlpool, two children pools, a big slide and a steam bath, a brine and a big 25 m. outdoorpool.

South Tyrol Planetarium | Collepietra
The South Tyrol Planetarium is also the only one of its kind in South Tyrol. Unlike the observatory, the planetarium reveals the secrets of our universe and brings them to life with the help of state-of-the-art 3D technology and a sophisticated sound system. Visitors can go on a journey into the depths of space and discover what await mankind.