Holidays in Dorf Tirol
Dorf Tirol near Meran attracts with many particularities: the unique beauty of the landscape all around, its cultural and historic importance and the vast range of activities and sports you can do between Mediterranean plants and mountains. The area around the villages is full of lush fruit trees and vineyards, growing optimally due to the about 300 sunny days per year.
A magical gem in South Tyrol
The path offers a breath-taking view, passing along numerous beautiful ancient properties.
TV Dorf Tirol/Alex Filz
The characteristic alpine farms are located on the sunny slopes of Mutspitze mountain and offer important testimony to the rural culture in South Tyrol.
TV Dorf Tirol/Frieder Blickle
View from Dorf Tirol towards Vinschgau
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Around Dorf Tirol, there are numerous pleasant themed trails, such as the Apple Trail and the Wine Trail, which invite you to take a stroll and explore.
Internet ConsultingThe holiday resort Dorf Tirol, that can also be reached with a historic chair lift, is located on a sunny panoramic hill above the city of Meran, at the foot of Mt. Mutspitze. The municipal district goes from Zenoberg, bordering Meran, to the peaks of Texel Group.
You can make a pleasant walk around Dorf Tirol and explore the idyllic vineyards, go upwards with the cableway to see the “Muthöfe” farms – some of the highest mountain farms of the region, which are still cultivated, or do a challenging tour to the summits of Texel Group. The alpine hiking area with the Sprons Lakes is connected to the village via the Hochmuth cableway. Countless promenades and thematic paths offer beautiful hiking possibilities.
Tyrol Castle - The heart of South Tyrolean history
Tyrol Castle is Tyrol’s most historically important castle.
Tourismusverein Dorf Tirol
The Brunnenburg is located between Dorf Tirol and Castle Tirol and includes a museum of agriculture.
Internet Consulting - Isabel GräberHistorically, Dorf Tirol is a very important village, as the Counts of Tyrol built their ancestral home here, which subsequently gave the whole country its name. The village has also developed from a small farming village into a major holiday destination in Meran and environs: Tourism has become an integral part of Dorf Tirol.
If you are interested in the history of this region, you should not miss a visit of Tyrol Castle with a special museum for cultural and provincial history. In addition to the permanent exhibition, various theme exhibitions are also organised from time to time. The legendary Brunnenburg Castle below Tyrol Castle is home to an agricultural museum and an Ezra Pound memorial centre, among other things.
Gufyland – Bird Rescue Center
Experience raprors & owls live at Tyrol Castle in Dorf Tirol
Gufyland - Daniel Pichler
Experience raprors & owls live at Tyrol Castle in Dorf Tirol
Gufyland
Experience raprors & owls live at Tyrol Castle in Dorf Tirol
Gufyland
Experience raprors & owls live at Tyrol Castle in Dorf Tirol
Gufyland
Experience raprors & owls live at Tyrol Castle in Dorf Tirol
Gufyland
Experience raprors & owls live at Tyrol Castle in Dorf Tirol
Gufyland
Experience raprors & owls live at Tyrol Castle in Dorf Tirol
Gufyland
Experience raprors & owls live at Tyrol Castle in Dorf Tirol
Gufyland
Experience raprors & owls live at Tyrol Castle in Dorf Tirol
Tourismusverein Dorf Tirol
Experience raprors & owls live at Tyrol Castle in Dorf Tirol
Gufyland
Experience raprors & owls live at Tyrol Castle in Dorf Tirol
GufylandIf you take a stroll out to the castle hill near Dorf Tirol, you might spot a few familiar – or perhaps unfamiliar – birds flying towards you. No wonder, as this is where Gufyland – the bird rescue centre – is located. Birds found injured and helpless receive attention and expert care here. As soon as an animal is fit again, it is released back into the wild.
Twice a day (except Mondays), experienced falconers put on a flight show featuring birds of prey and owls for visitors at Gufyland. There is also a tour where you can learn a lot about the bird species, their habitats and nature conservation.
Nature & landscape
The 10 Spronser lakes are located at 2,500 m, being the largest alpine lake district.
TV Dorf Tirol/Kurt Fasolt
The typical "Waalwege" paths in South Tyrol run along old irrigation channels and are perfect for hikes with kids. Frequently, the paths have no steep ascents and the water offers fun and entertainment.
Thomas Grüner - Suedtirol Marketing GmbHThe most popular hiking trails and MTB trails in Dorf Tirol and in Meran and environs with fantastic views and varying degrees of difficulty are
- Vellauer Felsenweg
- Hike to Mt. Mutspitze
- Sprons lakes
- Waalwege paths around Meran
- Meran high alpine route
- Tappeinerweg Trail
- MTB tour to the Passeiertal Valley
- Panoramic MTB tour through the Meran region
Culinary delicacies & events
The Falkner promenade in Dorf Tirol / Tirolo offers a unique view over Meran and environs and over three castles: Castle Tirol, Brunnenburg and Castle Thurnstein.
TV Dorf Tirol/Alex Filz
Grape harvest is almost always done on sunny days.
Internet Consulting - Patrick KammerlanderThroughout the year, exciting events take place at various locations in Dorf Tirol. Whether apple blossom, musical Soirées at Tyrol Castle, the Schlossfestspiele, VinoCulti - Wein(ER)leben or the Tyrolean Advent in the Castle.
You can sample typical dishes and specialities from the region not only at the culinary events, but also in the local farm taverns, restaurants and hotels. South Tyrolean wine also plays a major role here. The wineries in Dorf Tirol have a long tradition and also offer exciting wine tastings.









