Holidays in Feldthurns
The position of Feldthurns is dreamlike: The South Tyrolean holiday destination is surrounded by chestnut groves, fruit orchards and vineyards on a sunny terrace above Eisacktal Valley, offering beautiful views of the Dolomites and the Sarntal Alps. Hiking to Mt. Königsangerspitze or on the chestnut trail, enjoying dumplings in a mountain hut or Törggelen in a cosy farm tavern – Feldthurns guarantees a relaxing holiday mix of experiencing nature actively and enjoying culinary delicacies.
The municipality’s main village is Feldthurns at 850 m of altitude. Other sunny hamlets are, for instance, Schnauders, Schrambach and Garn. Feldthurns is rightfully called “chestnut village”: The entire municipal area has 3,300 chestnut, but only about 3,000 inhabitants. From Feldthurns, you can quickly access the South Tyrolean cities Brixen and Klausen too.
Velthurns Castle is, without any doubt, one of the most important monuments in Feldthurns.
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Velthurns Castle is, without any doubt, one of the most important monuments in Feldthurns.
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Velthurns Castle is, without any doubt, one of the most important monuments in Feldthurns.
Oskar Verant
Velthurns Castle is, without any doubt, one of the most important monuments in Feldthurns.
Oskar Verant
Velthurns Castle is, without any doubt, one of the most important monuments in Feldthurns.
Oskar Verant
Velthurns Castle is, without any doubt, one of the most important monuments in Feldthurns.
Oskar Verant
Velthurns Castle is, without any doubt, one of the most important monuments in Feldthurns.
Oskar Verant
Velthurns Castle is, without any doubt, one of the most important monuments in Feldthurns.
Oskar Verant
Velthurns Castle is, without any doubt, one of the most important monuments in Feldthurns.
Oskar VerantVeldthurns Castle – A Renaissance gem
Cultural sights can not only be found in the cities of Eisacktal: A real gem in Feldthurns is Velthurns Castle, built in 1580 as the summer residence of Johann Thomas von Spaur, archbishop of Brixen. The castle has impressive Renaissance wall panels and mural paintings. On the ground floor, visitors can see archaeological finds from the region. Castle Velthurns today is owned by the province of South Tyrol and was renovated and reconstructed. The complex is to be looked as a cultural heritage and gives a great impression of the Middle Ages.
Archaeologically interesting
Since more than 7,000 years, the sunny terrace of Feldthurns has been settled. The Archeoparc Feldthurns allows visitors to see excavations in the so-called Tanzgasse with interesting information about the area’s settlement. It is particularly interesting to note, that there was a megalithic place of worship in the 3rd millennium BC – in the late Copper Age. The Archeoparc Feldthurns is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 9 am to 6 m all year round.
When it gets colder in the mountains, the chestnut trail is perfect for a wonderful autumn hike.
Internet Consulting - Kurt LeiterPaths at different altitudes
According to your preference, condition and the current season, bikers and hikers can choose between many routes in the surroundings of Feldthurns: walking to one of the romantic churches, hiking to Lake Radlsee, family-friendly bike excursions through Eisacktal Valley or mountain bike tour to Latzfonser Kreuz. Afterwards, the typical delicacies of the Eisacktal cuisine will taste even better.
Chestnut village
In autumn, when the leaves turn gold, Eisacktal is extremely colourful and invites to the traditional Törggelen. In spring as well, a hike on the renowned chestnut trail is worthwhile. The path starts at Lake Vahrn in Brixen and ends at Runkelstein Castle in Bozen. Other wort-seeing sights in the environs of Feldthurns are Säben Monastery and the historical centre of Klausen.
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vast chestnut forests
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Velthurns Castle is, without any doubt, one of the most important monuments in Feldthurns.
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The picturesque village Feldthurns is a famous destination for excursions in winter.
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When it gets colder in the mountains, the chestnut trail is perfect for a wonderful autumn hike.
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View over Feldthurns with Mt. Plose in the background.
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In autumn, a vacation to Feldthurns is worthwhile in particular because the place ranks among the strongholds of traditional feasts in the region. On the picture, you can see the famous chestnut trail between Brixen and Bozen.
Internet Consulting - Sabine OberheinricherAttractions in Feldthurns
Localities in Eisacktal
Selected accommodations in Feldthurns
- Wine & fruit farm
- Cosy & family-friendly apartments
- Breakfast or bread service
- Lawn for sunbathing & barbecue
- Playground & pets
- Directly along the Chestnut Trail
- Wellness centre with indoor and outdoor pool
- Excellent restaurant with local products
- Certified bike hotel & Vitalpina Hotel
- Many active options all year round
- Cosy flats on historic farm
- Rich breakfast in the morning
- Possibility of making friends with the animals and helping out on the farm
- Bike storage with washing service
- Südtirol Guest Pass included
- Organic farm in the Eisacktal Valley
- Apartments with mountain views
- Natural swimming pond, sunbathing lawn & sauna
- Farm life with animals
- Family-friendly accommodation
