Holidays in Vinschgau
Vinschgau – a valley full of thrilling contrasts, wonderful panoramas, many natural beauties, old traditions and exciting stories! A special land with special people.
Selected accommodations in Vinschgau
- First healthiness hotel in South Tyrol
- Several saunas & pools
- Culinary highlights
- Guided hikes & bike tours
- Fitness & relaxation programme
Quiet and central position, countless outdoor activities in the environs, in the surrounding area of Meran.
- Garden with pool
- Rooms with balcony
- Breakfast with regional products
- Convenient location for outdoor activities
- Cosy, family atmosphere
- Small & cosy
- With garden & terrace
- Breakfast buffet
- 3-course menu in the evening in summer
- Numerous leisure activities
300 sunny days and 2,000 sunny hours are ideal for growing apples in South Tyrol.
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The castle can be visited in spring, summer and fall.
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The Castle uninhabited, was restored in 1983 by mountaineer Reinhold Messner.
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48 narrow bends take you up to the highest mountain pass of South Tyrol
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Cycle path with lake view
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Arrived at the top of Mt. Ortler. Here you can still see the old cross.
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Enjoy magnificent trails and unforgettable views to picturesque Lake Reschen and its environs.
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Discover the varied cultural and natural landscape of Lake Reschen on two wheels.
Kirsten-J. Sörries - IDM SüdtirolIcy glaciers, clear mountain lakes, lush alpine meadows, vines and fruits enough and to spare. Vinschgau in South Tyrol enchants offering a varied natural landscape ranging between 400 and 4,000 m of altitude.
The holiday region in the western part of South Tyrol represents a rich cultural and natural landscape with a large offer of leisure time activities. The National Park Stilfserjoch, the famous “Waalwege” paths, the Vinschgau high alpine route and impressive peaks such as the Ortler are just a few examples transforming the paradise for hiking and alpine sports into a unique place.
Mountain bike lovers, beginners or professionals, also find everything they desire. If you are looking for something less demanding, you should not miss the family-friendly cycle path along the historical Via Claudia Augusta.
In Martell, farmers do not only cultivate strawberries but also engage in livestock farming.
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The church tower of Alt-Graun in Lake Reschen is a popular sight and impressive photo motive at any season of the year.
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The traditional "Törggelen" with chestnuts and new wine is becoming increasingly famous.
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In winter, Reschen is a popular holiday destination too.
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Be it spring, summer, autumn or winter – Lake Reschen is beautiful at any season of the year.
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The church tower of Alt-Graun in Lake Reschen is a popular sight and the landmark of the holiday region. As well, it proves the devasting lake damming and the eventful history of the surrounding villages.
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The church tower of Alt-Graun in Lake Reschen is a popular sight and the landmark of the whole holiday region.
Frieder Blickle - Vinschgau MarketingSpring, summer, autumn and winter in Vinschgau
During every season, the holiday region Vinschgau is absolutely worth a visit: from the pleasurable, golden autumn, the snowy winter and the flowering apple trees in spring to summer with its deep green landscapes.
All over the year, you may enjoy an offer of magnificent hiking tours with various degrees of difficulty, as well as culinary and cultural events bearing witness of the local traditions. The guest houses, alpine huts and restaurants in Vinschgau always welcome you with hearty hospitality and typical specialities of the region. The Vinschgau is particularly known for its apricots, the strawberries of the Martell valley, the Pala pear and the chestnuts in autumn.
In winter, lovers of winter sports may choose among five sunny family-friendly skiing areas taking part of the Ortler Skiarena. The Martell valley and Schlinig are famous areas for cross-country skiing and biathlon. On the frozen Lake Reschen, winter offers the possibility to do ice-skating or snow kiting, whereas it is perfect for surfing and kite surfing in summer. The magical quiet of the winter landscape is ideal for marvellous snowshoeing tours, ski tours or sleighing.
The church tower of Alt-Graun is still today proof of the village's history and has become the landmark of Reschenpass holiday region.
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Old stone walls and wooden bridges give the city of Glorenza/Glurns a medieval charm.
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The castle is located on a magnificent rock on the left bank of Etsch river.
Internet Consulting - Patrick KammerlanderUnique panoramas for your dreamlike holiday
The picturesque Lake Reschen with its Romanic steeple, which peeks out of the water, is today acknowledged as the symbol of the region. Alpinists specially love this area due to the Ortler group with the Königsspitze and the Ortler – the highest mountain in the Tyrol region. Not only the picturesque world of pastures and mountains of Vinschgau surprises its visitors, but also the idyllic localities in the border triangle, such as Graun, Reschen, Kastelbell-Tschars or Schlanders. The medieval town of Glurns with is entirely conserved city walls is absolutely worth seeing. Glurns is the smallest city of South Tyrol and of the entire Alpine area.
Laas is particularly famous due to its high-quality marble, which has gained international fame from the quarries in Vinschgau. Culture lovers will be delighted by the numerous churches and castles. You should not miss a visit of the Marienberg Monastry and of the Juval Castle, which hosts on of the Messner Mountain Museums.
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In winter as well, the Apothekersteig path near Laas is a dreamlike hike for the whole family.
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Mountain pass in Vinschgau in South Tyrol
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At the beginning of the 14th century, this castle was the seat of the court.
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The smallest town of South Tyrol
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Mountain pass in Vinschgau in South Tyrol
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At the canyon there is the Flying Fox, which leads over the Trafoi mountain stream and to the start of a via ferrata.
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At the canyon there is the Flying Fox, which leads over the Trafoi mountain stream and to the start of a via ferrata.
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The 3,905 metre high mountain is the highest elevation in Tyrol.
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Road bike tour at Stilfserjoch Pass in South Tyrol
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View to Langtaufers Valley from Graun in Vinschgau
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View from Schöneben to Lake Reschen, Graun and Langtaufers
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View of Lake Reschen
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Hiking in Vinschgau in South Tyrol
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The castle is located on a magnificent rock on the left bank of Etsch river.
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The church in St. Johann
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The Church of San Benedetto in Mals is one of the oldest churches in Europe.
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Water reservoir in Martell Valley
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the symbol of Sluderno
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At the foot of the Ortler
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Arrived at the top of Mt. Ortler. Here you can still see the old cross.
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Lake Reschen
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Mt. Ortler
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Lake Haider
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