from 70 €
Alpwellhotel Burggräfler
Wellness hotel | Tisens near Meran
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from 141 €
LANERHOF Relax & Active Retreat
Spa-Hotel | St. Lorenzen at Mt. Kronplatz
from 102 €
Vita Aktiv Hotel Der Heinrichshof & Residence
Traditional hotel | Algund near Meran
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from 114 €
Green Lake Hotel Weiher
Pleasure & well-being | Issing at Mt. Kronplatz
from 141 €
Vitalpina Hotel Schulerhof
Active hotel | Plaus near Meran
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from 98 €
Granpanorama Hotel Sambergerhof
Panorama Hotel | Villanders in the Eisacktal
from 166 €
MIRABELL DOLOMITES HOTEL
Luxury . Ayurveda & SPA | Olang at Mt. Kronplatz
from 102 €
Falkensteiner Hotel & Spa Sonnenparadies
The best possible relaxation | Terenten at Mt. Kronplatz
from 125 €
Hotel Waldhof
Vitalpina Hotel | Rablà near Meran
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from 90 €
Hotel Saltauserhof
Wellness hotel | St. Martin in Passeier
from 255 €
Quellenhof Luxury Resort Passeier
Sport & wellness resort | St. Martin in Passeiertal
from 190 €
WINKLER 5-Star Design Hotel
Design hotel | St. Lorenzen at Mt. Kronplatz
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from 122 €
Majestic – Unique Spa Resort
Wellness hotel | Reischach at Mt. Kronplatz

Churches & monasteries in South Tyrol

In South Tyrol, historical buildings, castles and manors, tell us about ancient traditions and customs. However, some of the most important sites are the numerous churches, monasteries, abbeys and pilgrimage sites, which are present in the city centres as well as in rural areas.

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.

Current holiday offers

from 110 €
Grand Hotel Bellevue

The Grand Hotel Bellevue is located in the city centre of Merano, just a 10-minute walk from the Thermal Baths.

To the hotel
from 168 €
SOLVIE Calm Inspiring Getaway

An inspiring panoramic getaway for lovers of peace.

To the hotel
from 100 €
Hotel Tirolerhof

Welcome to Tirolerhof. The perfect place for your active holidays – hiking, cycling and relaxing. Directly at Mt. Kronplatz in Gsies Valley.

To the hotel
from 144 €
Hotel Sand

Holidays in Vinschgau - Garden with 25 m sports pool & natural bathing pond, bike paths, countless hiking possibilities and much more.

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Images

Church in St. Kassian
Church in St. Kassian

The church perfectly fits into the dreamlike natural landscape.

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Parish church in Trafoi
Parish church in Trafoi

Surrounded by lush green meadows

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Hl. Geist church in Kasern
Hl. Geist church in Kasern

Idyllic little church in the Ahrntal valley - a popular excursion destination

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St. Kathrein church
St. Kathrein church

The small church in Hafling is a popular photo spot.

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St. Magdalena in Villnöss
St. Magdalena in Villnöss

Picturesque church in Villnöss in the Dolomites

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St. Kassian in Alta Badia
St. Kassian in Alta Badia

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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Mount Säben
Mount Säben

View of Säben Monastery high above Klausen

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St. Valentine church in Villanders
St. Valentine church in Villanders

Interesting frescoes are decorating the wall above the entrance gate of this small church.

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St. Prokulus church
St. Prokulus church

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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Tramin on the Wine Route
Tramin on the Wine Route

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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Parish church in Tisens
Parish church in Tisens

Maria Himmelfahrt parish church in Tisens is one of the most important cultural sights of the village.

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Säben Monastery near Klausen
Säben Monastery near Klausen

In summer, the monastery's guesthouse also welcomes pilgrims and guests.

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Laurein / Lauregno
Laurein / Lauregno

The Saint Vitus parish church is representative for the village.

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Old parish church in Gries
Old parish church in Gries

Old parish church in Gries

Tourismusverein Bozen Bolzano
Parish church in Wengen
Parish church in Wengen

The parish church in Wengen is dedicated to S. Genesius.

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Churches & monasteries

Selected accommodations in South Tyrol

Pension Pernthaler - Schlanders in Vinschgau

Pension Pernthaler

Schlanders in Vinschgau
4.6 Excellent
52 Recommendations
  • Small & cosy
  • With garden & terrace
  • Breakfast buffet
  • 3-course menu in the evening in summer
  • Numerous leisure activities
from 58.00 € per day
Seaberhof - St. Josef am See in Southern South Tyrol
  • Close to Lake Kaltern
  • Double rooms, family rooms & a flat
  • Varied breakfast buffet
  • Terrace & garden with outdoor pool
  • Playground & playroom
from 55.00 € per day
Hotel Senoner - Spinges in Eisacktal

Hotel Senoner

Spinges in Eisacktal
4.7 Excellent
30 Recommendations
  • With farm & petting zoo
  • Family-run hotel with its own alpine pasture
  • Breakfast buffet with farm's own product
  • Plenty of space for fun & games in the countryside
  • Secure garage parking for cars, motorbikes & buses
from 75.00 € per day
Stöckerhof - Meran in Meran and environs

Stöckerhof

Meran in Meran and environs
5.0 Excellent
7 Recommendations
  • Surrounded by orchards
  • Heated outdoor pool
  • Garden with barbecue facilities
  • Bread service & herb garden
  • Guided farm tours on request
from 86.00 € per day
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