Your excursion destinations in South Tyrol

A sophisticated realm

Gorgeous South Tyrol, a place of contrasts and home to the loveliest mountains in the world, invites you to enjoy exciting city a, natural spectacles engineered by the wind and the weather, monumental buildings and cultural highlights.

From our hotels in South Tyrol you can very conveniently head to all the excursion destinations in the region. All the towns in the state and the surrounding sites are within a 1 ½ hour drive.

South Tyrol creates space for special moments, defining adventures and an action-packed time with your nearest and dearest. Think of your excursion as a tour of discovery, since every part of our state has its plus points. Experience the variety in the language and in the plant life, the geographic location and a culture which is certainly one of a kind in Europe.

Look forward to a dreamy holiday in the heart of the Alps – and pay a visit to the best excursion destinations in South Tyrol.

City whispers in the Alps

Even though the state is wonderfully idyllic, there are lively towns in South Tyrol and the surrounding area which are melting pots for art and culture from all over the world, and in which Italy and Tyrol are seen from a unique aspect.

Start your sightseeing tour in the closest big city, Brunico – renowned for its Old Town area, for its lovely little boutiques and inviting bars. Just a few minutes in the car takes you to Bressanone, a town which has two guises and is a historic stronghold in the north of the state.

In our capital Bolzano it is difficult to experience everything in one day – which is why we recommend the best spots for your excursion. Not far from Bolzano is Merano, an Alpine-Mediterranean town set in the midst of vineyards and with wonderfully designed gardens.

If you are eager to find out about how North Tyrolean people live and the cultural highlights this Alpine region has in store, then explore the capital of Tyrol, Innsbruck. Whatever town you choose, you will see, sense and taste a great deal – so, let’s make a beeline for the excursion destinations in South Tyrol!

Sights Excursion destinations in South Tyrol

South Tyrol open-air museum

Find the most extraordinary buildings, the most splendid colours and the most impressive sights in nature. South Tyrol is blessed by the sun; the flora and fauna of our state reveal themselves in all their guises and the people have significant stories to tell.

Impressive natural occurrences have also defined South Tyrol’s landscape and the elements have formed mountain ranges. Be inspired by the many sights. For your first steps into the realm of adventure in the Ahrntal Valley a trip to the Reinbach Waterfalls is heartily recommended. Here the huge amounts of cool waters course into the valley, revealing the wild power of the water.

In contrast Lago di Neves is situated in a picturesque and tranquil location between the three-thousand metre mountains in the valley and is a popular excursion destination for all the family.

Anyone who wants to enter into the mystical realm of the Ahrntal Valley ought to start out for the Santo Spirito – Casere. Another attraction are the magical Earth pyramids in Perca which are just begging to be explored. Cool off at Lake Prags in the heart of the nature park and savour the scenic idyll.

Just as picture-perfect and known in South Tyrol and throughout the world are the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle – on whose tiers a natural amphitheatre grows and thrives. Stroll through this wonderland, before you reach the majestic Dolomites the next day. Take a trip to the most beautiful mountains in the world – your excursion destination in South Tyrol.