Family holiday at Blauer Farmhouse
ACTIVITIES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
The picturesque Villnösstal valley at 1,130m is South Tyrol’s first Slow Food Travel Destination and a wonderful choice for the whole family. A variety of hikes, activities, and possibilities for excursions like the near-high ropes course guarantee a varied holiday at every age. First climbing experiences accompanied by experienced climbers on the climbing crag at Adolf Munkel path, exploration tours on the three geological trails in Teis, or baking bread according to old tradition: all these activities and many others make your adventurous holiday in Villnöss unforgettable.
Exploring the mountains
CLIMBING AND HIKING PARADISE VILLNÖSSTAL VALLEY
The Villnösstal Valley, embedded in the majestic Dolomites, is a unique, idyllic hiking area attracting with its untouched nature, picturesque meadows, impressive peaks, and spectacular views.
With a varied range of climbing routes for every difficulty level, the mountains of Villnöss attract both hikers and climbers from all over the world. The via ferrata tours to Peiterkofel, Sass Rigais, and Piz Deluda not only promise climbing fun, but reward also with breathtaking panoramic views of the majestic Dolomites and even farther.
For hikes, the choice of paths in the Villnösstal is almost infinite: whether for a leisure hike or a demanding mountain tour, the Dolomite Valley can perfectly be explored by foot. Especially guided tours with local mountain guides offer an attractive experience and make it possible to get to know the valley and its characteristics. Flower hikes around the Peiterkofel, a perspective hike with insights into the world of Ladin mountains and legends, the Herrensteig hike on the tracks of history, and much more make sure that your guided tour is a cultural event, too. Of course, you can also explore the paths of the Villnösstal on your own, taste some delicacies in the local mountain huts, and soak up the breathtaking landscapes.
Cycling through the Dolomites
ON THE BIKE AROUND THE VALLEY
Who prefers exploring Villnöss on two wheels has plenty of possibility to do so. South Tyrol is thoroughly a paradise for cyclists and mountain bikers and the excellent bicycle network includes the idyllic Dolomite valley. Between Brixen and Villnöss, a new cycling path was established, leading through traditional towns to the Geisler mountains. A beautiful experience! There are many different paths taking bike enthusiasts directly from the valley to the alpine pastures. The e-bike makes it possible to overcome ascents without any problem and to enjoy the view. Who likes it sporty, can fight their way up with the mountain bike. And don’t forget, qualified bike guides offer guided tours.
Cultural program in Villnöss
MINERALS AND CHURCHES
Who wants to combine the mountain holiday in the Dolomites with cultural experiences, should visit the Minerals Museum in Teis to find out more about the formation of alpine minerals. Also, the many churches and chapels radiating picturesque beauty embedded in the surrounding landscapes, are worth a visit, as well as the church of Saint Magdalene, the parish church of St. Peter and Paul, the church of St. Jakob am Joch, or one of the many chapels and shrines.
Gourmet holiday in the Dolomites
SLOW FOOD AND TRADITIONAL, LOCAL DISHES
In St. Magdalena and the whole Villnöss valley, restaurants and pizzerias offer a great choice for gourmets. Enjoyable moments with delicacies from the alpine-Mediterranean cuisine are waiting in the traditional, local inns. Also in the mountain huts, culinary pleasures await: look forward to typical dishes from the local cuisine, prepared according to passed down recipes, and refined modernly are the highlight of every hiking day. A very special highlight? The Alpine pasture delight trail with a culinary connection between different mountain huts and inns. It might also interest you, that the dolomite valley Villnöss is the first Slow Food Travel destination of South Tyrol: restaurant and hotel owners, and producers from the valley work together to create a culinary choice with local products offering nature lovers looking for deceleration in the mountains the right framework for a relaxed holiday.
Apartment in Villnöss
A NATURAL HOLIDAY IN SOUTH TYROL
Blauer Farmhouse in the heart of the Dolomites
NATURAL, TRADITIONAL, INDEPENDENT
Sustainable holiday near the Dolomites
BECOMING ONE WITH NATURE