South Tyrol
Alto Adige
A long flat valley that connects the western part of South Tyrol with Austria and Switzerland, and cultivated with high peaks around and protect it. This is the Vinschgau, charming flap of land where you can admire the largest number of buildings of the Romanesque period, with many castles at the foot of the imposing mountains, first of all that the Ortler, with its 3,905 meters, is the tallest mountain in South Tyrol . The Stelvio National Park (133 302 hectares) allows an authentic contact with nature, respecting the flora and fauna here are the perfect setting.
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Because of its location, the Vinschgau is the ideal destination for those seeking a unique and relaxing winter holiday, by taking advantage of the numerous opportunities to go snow activities, away from crowded places, tasting traditional cuisine or visiting countries and buildings d '' historical interest, such as Castel Coira, with the largest private collection of armor in the world, the bell tower in the middle of the Reschensee or the medieval village of Malles Venosta, beautifully preserved, with intact city walls, towers, low arcades and ancient buildings.
A valley that retains an old world charm that exudes all the time, every day, walking, eating or performing sports activities, because the culture Vinschger is present everywhere, in homes, in villages, in restaurants, in nature and in the cultivation of fruit (especially apples, strawberries and apricots).
A holiday in Val Venosta movement is practiced much skiing, but not only. Stations as Belpiano, Maseben, Valentine's Day, Solda, Trafoi and Watles, Minschuns (CH), are equipped to spend a beautiful day on the slopes or on the snowboarding but also allow cross-country skiing, long walks with snowshoes or trekking in the snow. The Skicard Vinschgau allows you to choose, saving, every day a different destination and is valid for 3 to 6 days.
The seven "sisters" of the ski area of ​​Val Venosta each have characteristics that distinguish them: Belpiano has received accolades for the preparation of the pistes, Maseben is ideal for skiing in solitude and relaxation, Watles is a favorite destination for families, San Valentino is very sunny and with easy runs, Solda is the largest town and allows you to ski from late October to May, Trafoi is the "home" by Gustav Thoeni (and here you can get lessons from famous champion ), and finally allows Minschuns "hike" in Switzerland.
The many cross-country skiing, both for the free technique for both the alternating step, you will find, however, in quiet and pristine valleys, such as the Martello Valley and the area around the Reschensee, or at high altitude, in Ortler region, in and near Vallelunga Schlinig. Val Martello is also a well-equipped center for biathlon, with guaranteed snow since mid-November and electronic shooting range. There is also a ski pass for skiing in Val Venosta Fund, which provides access to ten runs for over 90 kilometers of tracks.
Finally, for a unique experience on Lake Resia winter you can try in snowkiting, by flying their colorful sail and, at the same time, "carvando" with the board or skis on the frozen lake.
A valley to go ... in trainThe Vinschgau railway is one of the jewels of this land. Designed as a long railway link connecting England to the lands of the East, has been reactivated in recent times (in 2005, after a period of suspension lasted 15 years), creating a new system of mobility in South Tyrol . An efficient and recognizable train travels about 60 kilometers from Merano to Malles lead and connects all major towns of the Valley, that is, He was, Ciardes, Castle, Laces, Coldrano Silandro Lasa, Oris, Spondigna, and Sluderno, in fact, Malles. And this is the best way to visit the Val Venosta, leaving home or hotel in your own car and relying on public transport network timely provision of all, respecting the environment and the surrounding nature.
Events principaliA Carnival is a very special event called the Zusslrennen. A Prad, the Thursday before Lent, a great uproar spreads for the country to spend six white horses (guys with ears from a horse), pulling a old plow and a carter who pops "Goasl" (a whip), and followed by a procession of pairs of characters. As he passed, the "sower" throws out all sawdust, preceding the advance of the "Zussln" dressed in white.
Finally, we mention sporting events, such as races and cross-country skiing and biathlon International Marathon skating on Lake Resia 200 km, much appreciated and followed in particular by the Dutch public.
Links: SKI and Vinschgau SkiCardSci skiing and biathlon in Val VenostaRacchette from nevePiantina interattivaVideo invernaleEventi
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