Churches & monasteries in South Tyrol
All those, who are interested in culture, religion and mystical places of worship in occasion of the holidays in South Tyrol, are offered countless sites with significant historical backgrounds.
The religious monuments in the city centres are particularly popular. For instance, Brixen, Bozen and Meran each dispose of splendid cathedrals and parish churches. All of them are decorated with beautiful facades as well as with precious frescos, statues and paintings – partially realised by South Tyrolean artists – in their interior.
The smaller localities, however, allow you to practice your faith in simpler, lovingly kept parish churches, far from the masses of people. As the bigger cathedrals, the village churches and chapels offer equally precious interiors. A wonderful example could be the collegiate church of Innichen in Hochpustertal, built during the Romanic period.
Pilgrimage churches & abbeys
If you are looking for solitude, tranquillity and authentic contact with your spiritual self, you should absolutely visit one of South Tyrol’s pilgrimage sites or abbeys. The Neustift Monastery is particularly beautiful. The Augustinian monastery was established more than 850 years ago and still exists today. In addition to the religious activity, the monastery collaborators cultivate and sell agricultural products, such as various herbs and fruit. As well, Neustift is known for its first-class wines all over the world.
The Benedictine abbey Marienberg in Mals in Vinschgau as well as the Heilig Kreuz hospice in Alta Badia are worth a visit, too.
Every year, numerous religious celebrations and events take place in the churches and chapels. In addition to the residents, also guests appreciate the feasts, allowing them to find inner peace and to escape from the everyday problems for some time.
A holiday in South Tyrol is a wonderful opportunity to find your real selves and to enjoy the natural beauty of the region in the meantime.
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The church perfectly fits into the dreamlike natural landscape.
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The small church in Hafling is a popular photo spot.
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Picturesque church in Villnöss in the Dolomites
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The church of St. Kassian is located in the village of the same name in Alta Badia and dates back to the 18th century.
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View of Säben Monastery high above Klausen
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Interesting frescoes are decorating the wall above the entrance gate of this small church.
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Inside the church, there are worth-seeing frescoes dating back to the 7th century, which are some of the most significant mural paintings of Middle Europe.
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Visitors can see the churches in Tramin from very far. This picture shows, for instance, St. Valentine church and the parish church which is dedicated to the Saints Julitta and Quirikus.
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Maria Himmelfahrt parish church in Tisens is one of the most important cultural sights of the village.
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In summer, the monastery's guesthouse also welcomes pilgrims and guests.
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The Saint Vitus parish church is representative for the village.
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Old parish church in Gries
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The parish church in Wengen is dedicated to S. Genesius.
Internet Consulting - Benedikt TrojerSelected accommodations in South Tyrol
Garni Hotel Farmerhof
Newly renovated rooms with large balcony in a sunny location close to the village centre, garden & breakfast in the winter garden, ideal for hiking & biking tours.
Obstbauernhof Fohlenhof
Many advantages for our guests: personal service, exclusive accommodation, each apartment with balcony, covered car parking, spacious garden and terrace, central position.
Hotel Bamboo
Unique combination of beach and mountains, glasshouse with nature pool, sauna and whirlpool, typical South Tyrolean dishes and exotic delicacies, guided tours – ideal hotel for active travellers.
Garni Ganthaler
In a sunny position in the middle of fruit orchards, with dreamlike panoramic view over Meran. Comfortable rooms, garden with pool & Südtirol GuestPass Algund.