Author: Todo Suedtirol

How to reach Parcines, Rablà and Tel

Attractions:
– Typewriter Museum | Parcines 
– Bad Egart Collection | Parcines
– Parcines waterfall | Parcines
– Spauregg Castle | Parcines
– Mondotreno | Rablà

Parcines/Partschins and its surrounding villages of Rablà/Rabland and Tel/Töll are located just six kilometers from the spa town of Merano/Meran, at the entrance of the Texelgruppe Nature Park. The 97m high Parcines waterfall is one of the most beautiful in the Alps.

Nature & Culture:
Blue Gold, picturesque streets, traditions & old customs, 3 museums and … plenty of character!

In Parcines/Partschins, Rablà/Rabland and Tel/Töll, there’s no way to get bored: a bounty of cultural heritage lies waiting to be discovered!

The Parchines Cascades, (also referred to as Blue Gold) is the symbol of the village and also happens to be the highest waterfall in South Tyrol. The quaint alleys and old buildings are set in a picturesque landscape. Within the old walls lie so many hidden tales going back to the origins of the village. And then there are the local inhabitants, with some typical personalities among them. Those living in such places abide by a way of life rooted in old traditions.

Each of the three villages has its own museum with a special focus. These are interesting and unique in their particular way. One of these is dedicated to Peter Mitterhofer, inventor of the typewriter. Born and bred in Parcines, he lived and worked here throughout his life. History is revived in the collection of this special museum.

Living customs & traditions handed down from one generation to another: what better way of keeping alive a communal sense of history and identity.

Like almost everywhere else, even here the trappings of modernity have also made their inroads. Yet there are still those who are still abide by the old traditions. Working the land as they did in the olden days, these characters most certainly have some interesting stories to share!

Traditions even extend to meals and eating habits and during Lent there are those who abstain from eating meat on Fridays. The locals usually don traditional attire during festivities and formal functions such as funerals. Various cultural associations see to it that their valuable heritage and its value system are preserved.

We cherish our culture, traditions, our way of life and the little things that distinguish us as a people and a community.

Food & wine:
Feeling at home … where Alpine flavours combine with Mediterranean refinement.
Traditional “Stube” parlors, sophisticated gourmet restaurants, bars and cafés: wherever you go, a rewarding gourmet experience is assured …

The enterprising catering staff in Parcines/Partschins will take care of your preferences, serving typical South Tyrolean platters that best reflect the regional gastronomic culture.

The influence of Italian cuisine blended with typical Alpine flavours results in a uniquely tasty fusion in every dish.

How to reach Chiusa

Attraktionen:
– Sabiona/Säben Monastery | Chiusa
– City museum | Chiusa
– The Capuchin church | Chiusa
– Cantina Valle Isarco | Chiusa
– Gufidaun Village Museum | Chiusa

No less a figure than Albrecht Dürer was already in love with the town of Chiusa/Klausen in 1494, engraving his impressions in The Great Fortune. Since that time, Chiusa has brought many artists and poets under its spell: they have, in turn, depicted the city in artwork and sung about it. The picturesque little town stretches between the elongated rock atop which
Säben Castle stands and the Isarco River : beautiful facades, narrow and brightly colored, line up next to one another, surmounted by Gothic churches. Inns steeped in tradition have been here for centuries, housing illustrious guests: for a long time, the only road that led south from the Brenner Pass ran right through the middle of the little town.

Culture and history in Chiusa:
The former Capuchin monastery safeguards the fabled Loreto Treasure; like the Pinakothek (art gallery) and the modern museum gallery, it is open for public viewing. Capuchin Hill , right next to the monastery and garden, offers an extraordinary view of the city and valley. The surrounding countryside is enchanting, and has been well developed for walking. Ancient trails lead past Branzoll Castle to Säben Abbey , to Pratello/Pardell, Verdignes/Verdings, Lazfons/Latzfons, and the quaint village of Gudon/Gufidaun, and then further afield where there are old farms, lush meadows and dense forests.

How to reach Castelbello

Attractions:
– The Kastelbell Castle

Castelbello/Kastelbell has more than 50km of beautiful hiking trails. The village is situated on the old Roman trade route Via Claudia Augusta, and stretches across both shores of the Adige River. In the center of the village is the ancient well with its “Frog Prince”. It seems that this famous fairy tale has its origins here.

A short distance away is the medieval Kastelbell Castle, built on a cliff high above the river. The now-restored castle was first mentioned in 1238. Today it functions as an event venue and cultural center. In the village center there are many old residences and farmsteads, as well as cafes, shops and also contemporary architecture which fits harmoniously into the appearance of the village. Castelbello is also famous for its cuisine and excellent agricultural products, from fruit and asparagus to juice, wine and fruit brandies. The Michelin-star restaurant Kuppelrain is only one of the places in Castelbello where guests can enjoy the local products.