How to reach the Naturdenkmal Säulenfichte
Unique natural monument, which manifests rare “Legefiche” which is dominated by the closely adjacent branches on the trunk like a slender column in the sky.
Category: Experience South Tyrol
Bergila Natural Products | Falzes
How to reach Bergila
Our family business is located in Issengo near Falzes, in the midst of the South Tyrolean Alps, at an altitude of 900 m. We distill mainly needle oils from certified wild growth and cultivate over 70 different kind of herbs in a biological manner.
We pursue as a priority objective not the quantity, but the quality. By doing so, all the work from harvesting to filling is carried out manually to protect the spirit and energy of the plant as much as possible.
100 years of experience, but also the production and harvesting of the products, taking into account the “balmy time”, contribute to the first-class quality of our products.
We attach great importance to the fact that our plants come from uncontaminated cultivation areas and from our own controlled organic herbs cultivation. Everything is produced sustainably and in harmony with nature, so that the consumer gets the best possible product.
We want to guarantee to our customers “the purity and the origin of the plant as a whole”.
We offer free guided tours of our essential oil distillery, that you as our guest get a glimpse behind the scenes. Enjoy the fragrance and the colors of the various herbs with a walk through our herb garden. Come and see how nature can change its shape.
Opening hours:
January 1st to December 31st 2019:
Monday – Friday from 8 am to 12 am and from 2 pm to 18 pm
Saturday from 9 am to 12 pm
Guidet tours:
May 1st to October 31 2019:
Monday to Friday drom 8 am to 12 am and from 1 pm to 6 pm
July and August2019:
Daily drom 8 am to 12 am and from 2 pm to 18 pm
Free entry!
Contact:
Bergila GmbH
Weiherplatz 8
39030 Falzes/Issing
+39 0474-565373
Stelvio Pass | Val Venosta
How to reach the Stelvio Pass
Attractions:
– Tschenglsburg Castle | Prato allo Stelvio
– Stelvio National Park
Located 2,757m a.s.l. between the Ortles region and Bormio in Veltlin, Stelvio Pass is the highest mountain pass in Italy. With 48 bends just on the South Tyrol side, the Stelvio pass road is an internationally recognized and popular challenge for cyclists and bikers. The so-called King stage of the Giro d’Italia is a must for cycling fans, since every true racing professional must conquer this route at least once in his or her career.
The pass is also a big draw for winter sports fans, since the area below the Geislerspitze mountain contains one of the last summer ski slopes in the whole of the Alps. Cross country ski fans will find three different ski runs on the slopes of the Ortles. The high-altitude glacier slope at the foot of the Hohen Schneide (literally “High Edge”, known in Italian as Monte Cristallo) is particularly challenging.
Activ holiday:
Surrounded by 14 three-thousanders, the expansive valley floor of the Stelvio National Park is the ideal base for a varied and exciting activity holiday at the foot of the Ortler mountain.
A huge number of paths and mountain trails enable visitors to explore the multi-faceted cultural landscape of this unique region by foot, mountain bike or road bike. Passionate walkers will find routes to suit all levels of difficulty and challenge. And while mountain bikes are perfecting for traversing the wilder parts of the Ortles region, racing cyclists can test their fitness on the twisting Stelvio Pass Road, the so-called “King Stage” of the Giro d’Italia.
With two skiing areas in Solda and Trafoi, the Ortler Region is truly a top-class location for winter sports. What’s more, it’s located within the Stelvio Natural Park, the biggest conservation area in Italy. Home to a magnificent range of flora and fauna, the park includes the 3,905-meter Ortler and the other five 3,500 m+ peaks in the Ortler group.
Winter sports enthusiasts, adventures and families will find diverse sporting opportunities and a range of options for active leisure time and winter fun beyond the busy slopes. Maintained pathways and secluded forests at the foot of the Ortler invite holidaymakers to discover the sun-drenched high-Alpine mountain landscape though cross-country skiing, winter walks, snowshoe hikes or even on a ski tour.
Family holiday:
The spectacular mountain peaks and rushing streams. The endless forest and its inhabitants. The unique mountain landscape of the Ortler Region is in itself spectacular. On top of this, we have a variety of offers for families.
In summer, the program includes outdoor handicrafts classes and introductory climbing courses at the practice cliff. And, naturally, hiking: family-friendly theme trails make learning fun and will excite even reluctant junior hikers. In winter, however, it’s all about the snow. The little ones will have a great time in the ski schools and ski kindergartens, and in the Solda/Sulden Funpark.
Art & culture:
Fans of culture will find a variety of sights to see in the Ortles region, from the Messner Mountain Museum to the historically significant Churburg Castle. The cultural landscape of the Venosta Valley border region is also shaped by the Stelvio National Park, which includes South Tyrol’s highest mountain – the Ortles – and a fascinating collection of glaciers. Culture and tradition still play a special role in the rural Ortles communities, as customs like the Zussl Race, Klosn and Pfluagziachn show.
Stelvio National Park | Venosta Valley
How to reach the Stelvio National Park
Glaciers and rocks, summits with breathtaking views, with green forests and wild brooks below – this is the Stelvio National Park, one of the largest nature reserves in the entire Alpine area, near the Ortler Cevedale mountain massif.
From the valley bottom at 650 m up to the high Alpine glacier areas, the difference in altitude is over 3,000 meters. The Stelvio National Park is home to all Alpine climate zones. The versatile ecosystem provides a suitable habitat for many rare plants and endangered animal species.
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Tschenglsburg Castle | Prato allo Stelvio
How to reach Tschenglsburg Castle
Tschenglsburg Castle, also known as Fuchsburg, remains a unitary building complex despite its different construction periods. At its entrance, there is the great entrance portal dating from the year 1000, with a keystone in the white marble arch engraved with the family coat of arms. The castle was privatized in 1860 and is today a popular cultural tavern.
Opening hours:
All-season
10am – 11pm (Mondays closed)
Contact:
Tschenglsburg Castle
Cengles
39023, Cengles
+39 320-0829165
Lake Issinger Weiher | Falzes
How t reach the Lake Issinger Weiher
The lake Issinger Weiher – more than just water! The lake Issinger Weiher is one of the last pond biotopes in South Tyrol. Our bathers thoroughly enjoy the intense experience of nature in a still healing atmosphere. To bath, sunbath and relax in such an intact nature, you can consider it as a privilege.
The lake Issinger Weiher is closed on the 20th July and 31st August.
Opening hours:
June 15th – September 8th 2019
Daily from 10 am to 7 pm
Entry fees:
| Day card | 4 – hours | |
| Adults | 7,00 € | 3,50 € |
| Children up to 16 years | 5,00 € | 3,50 € |
Contact:
Weiher Platz 2
I-39030 Falzes/Issing
Tel. +39 0474-565684
Le Museum Al Plan | San Vigilio di Marebbe
How to reach the Museum Al Plan
Over 25 years ago Theodora and Maurizio began their search for valuable objects at flea-markets, in bric-a-brac and antique shops. The result is a unique museum in San Vigilio – Dolomites that is also listed in the Museums in South Tyrol. Even presenter Mauro Corradino of the TV series Trödeltrupp (bric-a-brac gang) has been to the Al Plan and bought a Vespa!
The museum in San Vigilio – Dolomites exhibits all kinds of clocks. And yet, time stands still in the hotel, because only 1 of the clocks is ticking. Once a year Mr Botto, a long-standing guest at the hotel, sets all the clocks. They tick, from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. And then they stop still again; according to the philosophy of the hotel: on holiday, time should stand still for our guests.
With us you are never alone at the table! A family of 6 life-size wooden statues keeps you company… and when the hotel is closed, it keeps us company too. At times Maurizio puts the dolls in the car and takes them on tour. So he’s not out and about on his own…
Biotope Pirchner Moos | Terento
How to reach the biotope Prichner Moos
The biotope Pirchner Moos is located at an altitude of 1,300 m and is slightly inclined to the south. The geological base of the biotope is formed by the granite of Bressanone. The biotope shows two different vegetative environments. In the central zone, we find a small low peat bog with margins characterized by the presence of high peat bogs. The small moist biotope is surrounded by moist meadows, sparse woodland, and hedges. In the marshy part, we find different types of moss, including peat moss, but also the blondella, the central leaf, the poa, the sanguisorba, the caryx, and different types of orchids. In the past, wet meadows were used for the production of fodder and litter for horses. The variety of plants in the biotope provides shelter and for many animals. Here we find the wonderful royal dragonflies and, in particular weather conditions, you can also admire the spotted salamanders. The buzzard especially loves the open spaces of the cutting meadow. To the north of the biotope, at the top of the Hohenbichl, runs the “Pusteria line”, the boundary between the south-alpine and eastern rock plates. This tectonic line is one of the most important seismic lines in the Alps.
Pietra del diavolo | Terento
How to reach the Pietra del diavolo
According to legend, the Rio di Pusteria farmers had once angered the devil so much that he swore revenge. He carried a stone from Luson and wanted it to roll down from Mutenock to Rio di Pusteria. The devil chose the shortest way. But because the stone was heavy and a devil had to rest once, he put down his rucksack with the stone. In his rage and anger against the people of Rio di Pusteria he had not noticed, however, that the morning was beginning to grey and that the Terentop sacristan – who was an early riser – was already ringing the prayer bell for the morning greeting. So the devil had to leave the stone and flee back to the underworld. This is why the “Devil’s Stone” (Pietra del diavolo) is still lying in the middle of the forest at about 1,700 m above the Nunewieser.
Schludernser Gate Tower | Glorenza
How to reach Schludernser Gate Tower
Since 2011, the Schludernser Gate Tower has hosted the historic exhibition Stations of a Small Town on two floors, dedicated to the history of Glorenza/Glurns. The exhibit presents information about trade and defense, the marketplace and local professions, as well as particularities and curiosities of Glorenza. The Schludernser Gate Tower also offers the opportunity to walk along the guard’s walkway and battlements. Information panels and samples tell of the reconstruction and fortification of the city in the 16th Century. A special feature worth visiting is the round corner turret.
Opening hours:
26. March – 30. June and 3. September – 27. October
Monday – Friday from 9 am 00:30 pm and from 3 pm – 6 pm
Saturday from 9 am – 00:30 pm
2. July – 1. September
Monday – Saturday 9 am – 6 pm
Prices:
| Adults | 3,00 € |
| Children from 11-15 years | 1,50 € |
| Seniors over 60 years of age | 2,50 |
| Groups of 10 or more | 2,50€ |
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Contact:
Schludernser Gate Tower Information Office Glorenza
Florastraße 33
39020 Glurns
+39 0473-831097