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Holidays in Schnals

The rustic village is reachable through are narrow and rocky gorge branching off near the castle Juval at the beginning of Vinschgau. Schnals has many old farm houses, isolated monasteries and as highlight: the Schnals glacier.

Katharinaberg in Schnals
Katharinaberg in Schnals

The district Katharinaberg is located in the lower Schnals valley. It was settled for the first time in the Bronze Age.

Tourismusverein Schnalstal - Herbert Grüner
Schnalstal glaciers
Schnalstal glaciers

in Schnalstal skiing area

Internet Consulting - Stefan Tolpeit

As a side valley of Vinschgau, Schnals Valley goes from Naturns to northwest for about 20 km. The municipality of Schnals includes the sunny village Katharinaberg, the monastery village Karthaus, that has once evolved in the former Allerengelberg Monastery, the biggest village Unser Frau, Vernagt at the eponymous artificial lake as well as Kurzras at the foot of Schnals glacier.

Silence and authenticity characterize the sparsely settles are just as exciting contrasts: Whereas apples and grapes can be found at the beginning of the valley, Hochjochferner glacier at the end is highly alpine. The small villages and rustic farms on the slopes are worth a visit in all cases. Little windows, weathered wood, stone walls and cosy living rooms tell many stories about times long past.

Perfect for hiking, skiing & enjoying nature

For sportsmen and active holidays in Schnals there are countless possibilities: The mountains of Texel Group are a paradise for hikers and adventurous mountaineers; Schnals glacier invites going skiing and snowboarding from September until May, offering 35 well-prepared slopes, several panoramic cross-country ski trails and countless winter hiking paths.

If you are fortunate, you can see native wildlife up high in the mountains of Schnals. In Pfossental Valley, a side valley of Schnals, there are ibexes and chamois, marmots and golden eagles. Schnals in South Tyrol allows you to experience a nearly forgotten world of nature and silence.

archeoParc in Schnalstal/Val Senales
archeoParc in Schnalstal/Val Senales

Find out how Öetzi lived - The active Museum of Archaeology archeoParc in Senales/Schnalstal, is located at 1,500 m above sea level on an outer surface of 4000 square meters.

archeoParc Schnalstal
archeoParc in Schnalstal/Val Senales
archeoParc in Schnalstal/Val Senales

Find out how Öetzi lived - The active Museum of Archaeology archeoParc in Senales/Schnalstal, is located at 1,500 m above sea level on an outer surface of 4000 square meters.

archeoParc Schnalstal
archeoParc in Schnalstal/Val Senales
archeoParc in Schnalstal/Val Senales

Find out how Öetzi lived - The active Museum of Archaeology archeoParc in Senales/Schnalstal, is located at 1,500 m above sea level on an outer surface of 4000 square meters.

archeoParc Schnalstal
archeoParc in Schnalstal/Val Senales
archeoParc in Schnalstal/Val Senales

Find out how Öetzi lived - The active Museum of Archaeology archeoParc in Senales/Schnalstal, is located at 1,500 m above sea level on an outer surface of 4000 square meters.

archeoParc Schnalstal
archeoParc in Schnalstal/Val Senales
archeoParc in Schnalstal/Val Senales

Find out how Öetzi lived - The active Museum of Archaeology archeoParc in Senales/Schnalstal, is located at 1,500 m above sea level on an outer surface of 4000 square meters.

archeoParc Schnalstal

In the footsteps of Ötzi

You can follow the traces of hunters and gatherers on archaeological hiking trails. A rewarding trip brings you to the Tisenjoch, where in 1991 the world-famous glacier mummy Ötzi was found at 3,210 m of altitude. Ötzi and other finds are today accommodated in the South Tyrolean Museum of Archaeology in Bozen. Also, you can still follow his traces in Schnals.

For instance, archaeological hiking trails lead over the ancient trails on the main Alpine ridge that were used by hunters and shepherds already millenniums ago. A visit of Ötzi’s finding place at 3,210 m below Hauslabjoch is worthwhile too. The challenging tour is reserved to sure-footed mountaineers with excellent stamina – for instance during the guided "Ötzi Glacier Tour". Visitors can discover the world of Ötzi also at archeoParc in Unser Frau in Schnals, an open-air museum.

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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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from 141 €
Vitalpina Hotel Schulerhof

A dream holiday - for active guests who enjoy relaxation, culinary delights, and friendly interactions.

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from 220 €
Quellenhof Luxury Resort Passeier

The 5-star sport and wellness resort South Tyrol with 10.500 m² Spa Areas, 23 Saunas, 7 Tennis Courts, 12 Pools, 4-hole Golf Course.

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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.

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Schutzhütte Schöne hut
Schutzhütte Schöne hut

Dreamlike mountain refuge in Schnals

Schutzhütte Schöne Aussicht - StefanSchuetz.com
Ski tour in Schnals
Ski tour in Schnals

Ski tour with view of the Glacier Hotel Grawand

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Tobogganing in Schnals
Tobogganing in Schnals

Families will look forward to perfectly prepared toboggan runs in Schnals.

Tourismusverein Schnalstal - Alex Filz
Skiing at Schnals glacier
Skiing at Schnals glacier

The glacier ski area in Schnals attracts many enthusiastic skiers every year.

Tourismusverein Schnalstal - Peter Santer
Schnalstal glaciers
Schnalstal glaciers

in Schnalstal skiing area

Internet Consulting - Stefan Tolpeit
Schöne Aussicht hut
Schöne Aussicht hut

View of the refuge at Hocheisferner glacier in Schnals

Schutzhütte Schöne Aussicht - StefanSchuetz.com
Vernagt reservoir
Vernagt reservoir

Autumn hiking day at Vernagt reservoir in Schnals

Tourismusverein Schnalstal - Santer Peter
Vernagt reservoir
Vernagt reservoir

Circular tour around Lake Vernagt in Schnals

Tourismusverein Schnalstal - Manfred Waldner
View of Vernagt reservoir
View of Vernagt reservoir

Enjoy the fantastic view of Vernagt reservoir in Schnals Valley.

Tourismusverein Schnalstal - Thomas Grüner
Inside the glacier of Schnals
Inside the glacier of Schnals

Inside the glacier there is a magical atmosphere.

Tourismusverein Schnalstal - Martin Rattini
Schnals glacier
Schnals glacier

In the valley of Schnals, you can experience the glaciers from immediate proximity.

Tourismusverein Schnalstal - Stefan Schütz
Family holidays in Schnals
Family holidays in Schnals

Small hikers will love the wonderful mountain scenery in Schnals too.

Tourismusverein Schnalstal - Grüner Thomas
Autumn in Kurzras
Autumn in Kurzras

The district Kurzras is located at the end of Schnals and is at the same time the highest village of the valley. Mountaineers and hikers will feel like in paradise here.

Tourismusverein Schnalstal - Peter Santer
Katharinaberg in Schnals
Katharinaberg in Schnals

The district Katharinaberg is located in the lower Schnals valley. It was settled for the first time in the Bronze Age.

Tourismusverein Schnalstal - Herbert Grüner
Finding palce of Ötzi
Finding palce of Ötzi

The finding place of the famous glacier mummy Ötzi at Tisenjoch pass is today marked by a large stone pyramid.

Tourismusverein Schnalstal - Peter Santer
Pfossental valley in autumn
Pfossental valley in autumn

The valley of Pfossental is perfect for hiking in autumn.

Tourismusverein Schnalstal - Alex Filz
High-alpine tour - on the Similaun
High-alpine tour - on the Similaun

As many meters have to mastered on this challenging tour, a night at Similaun hut at 3,019 m is recommended.

Tourismusverein Schnalstal - Gruener Thomas
Vernagt reservoir
Vernagt reservoir

The picturesque Vernagt reservoir is located at 1,689 m in Schnals and is a famous destination for excursions as well as a good starting point for countless hiking tours.

Tourismusverein Schnalstal - Santer Peter

Attractions in Schnals

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When it is cold outside...
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Selected accommodations in Schnals

Berghotel Tyrol - Schnals in Meran and environs

Berghotel Tyrol

Schnals in Meran and environs
4.4 Very good

Uniquely beautiful, for active holidays and mountain R&R!

from 85 € per day
Edelweiss Hotel & Chalets - Schnals in Meran and environs

Edelweiss Hotel & Chalets

Schnals in Meran and environs
4.8 Excellent

Comfortable rooms with lake our mountain view and modern chalet suites, Alpine Spa with various saunas & whirlpool, ideal starting point for skiing and hiking.

from 110 € per day
Hotel am Fels - Schnals in Meran and environs

Hotel am Fels

Schnals in Meran and environs
4.4 Very good

Comfortable hotel at the Meran high alpine route, comfortable rooms & apartments, indoor pool, sauna & solarium, ideal starting point for hikes & excursions.

from 75 € per day
Pension Leithof - Schnals in Meran and environs

Pension Leithof

Schnals in Meran and environs
4.3 Very good

Fantastic location directly on Lake Vernagtsee with magnificent panoramic views of the mountains of the Ötztal Alps & our own products.

from 39 € per day
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