Summer in the alps - South Tyrol

Kastelruth at the foot of the Seiser Alm

Summer in Kastelruth: Blossoming meadows, fluffy clouds in the light blue sky, endless sun, the sweet scent of hay and pine trees. A season to enjoy with all your senses. A time to head out into the great outdoors: Take a trip to the Seiser Alm, stop off at a mountain hut, listen to the cowbells, savour the homemade delicacies and revel in the sweeping views over the white limestone walls of the Dolomite mountains.

Take a hike through the Schlern-Rosengarten Nature Park, past weird and wonderful rock formations of immense geological interest, waterfalls, feast your eyes on the distant Alpine peaks, cross gullies and streams on via ferrata ascents, and sate your thirst and hunger in traditional mountain huts.

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Head out with the kids and explore the mystical spots around Kastelruth, the “witches’ benches” on the Bullaccia/Puflatsch, the remains of a ruined castle (“Castellum Ruptum”) on the Kofel hill, the Königswarte (“King’s Keep”)  in the Laranz forest, and the larch meadows on the Marinzen.

Nature and culture are very much intertwined in Kastelruth. Customs are still observed on a daily basis, and the local people have deep-reaching roots in their homeland and religious traditions. The Farming Museum at the Tschötscherhof in St. Oswald provides a fascinating insight into local traditions, while the School Museum in Tagusens is a wonderful place to delve into the history of education in the local area, or listen to the brass band concerts in the evenings.

Summer in Kastelruth is also a promise of balmy summer evenings and local specialities, particularly at the dumpling and strudel festivals when the local restaurateurs serve up their most original recipes. Don’t forget to pencil in the farmers’ market in the village square, which is only held on Friday mornings. And if you would like to learn about how medicinal and aromatic herbs are cultivated, remember to book in for a sightseeing tour of the Pflegerhof in S. Vigilio.

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Hiking in the UNESCO World Heritage Site

Kastelruth and the Seiser Alm are a paradise for hikers: 450 kilometres of hiking trails lead to vantage points, legendary villages, alpine pastures, huts and Schwaigen. Families as well as leisurely hikers and summit climbers will find their favourite tour.

For your holiday in Kastelruth we recommend hiking tours on the alpine pastures, village walks and excursions to St. Michael, Tagusens and St. Valentin.

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Seiser Alm Balance Active and healthy

In spring, Seiser Alm Balance offers a series of events and workshops themed around wellness and relaxation will be taking place. Assisted by the helping hand of nature, they offer a sublime time-out for body and soul and the opportunity to amass your energy stores for the coming summer.

Marinzenalm

With the Marinzen cablecar, located in the immediate vicinity of the village centre of Kastelruth, you can reach the Marinzenalm in a few minutes. From there you can undertake a number of beautiful hikes (e.g. to the Puflatsch or to the Seiser Alm). For those who would like to stay on Marinzen, the Marinzen hut with its beautiful sun terrace and the Schafstallhut (approx. 15 minutes walk) are at your disposal.

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Mountainbiken

Kastelruth and the Seiser Alm holiday region offer 22 biking routes and 16 variants for all levels of fitness: whether short tour, day tour or multi-day tour: the experience is convincing!

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Jogging

Jogger’s Meeting point holdiay region Seiser Alm: due to the altitude and the 20 signposted routes, the Alm is a training camp for international running stars. Normalo men and women will also find ideal routes for running here.

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Golf

Golf in the middle of the Dolomites… on the 18-hole golf course “St. Vigil – Seis”. The course is playable from March to November.
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Summer Fun in Telfen

The Telfen swimming pool, with its spacious pool, expansive sunbathing lawn, and breathtaking view of the Dolomites, is the perfect place to enjoy summer days. Additionally, a volleyball court, a separate children’s pool, and a cozy bar/bistro provide variety and cater to your well-being.
Opening hours: June 1 – August 31

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Water Fun in the Heart of Nature – Swimming at Völser Weiher

Völser Weiher is the perfect place for a refreshing dip on hot summer days. Surrounded by dense forests and offering a beautiful view of the Dolomites, the lake invites you to relax and swim in a natural setting.
Whether you prefer a leisurely swim, floating on the water, or simply soaking up the sun – at Völser Weiher, everyone can find their personal spot of well-being. A swim in this natural bathing lake promises relaxation, a deep connection with nature, and pure summer joy!

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Horseback Riding in Kastelruth

Surrounded by the stunning backdrop of the Dolomites, the region offers countless opportunities to explore nature on horseback. Whether it’s a leisurely ride through blooming alpine meadows, guided tours, or riding lessons for beginners and advanced riders – everyone can find their perfect adventure here.
Riding in Kastelruth means feeling free and experiencing nature with all your senses! Galloping fun for young and old alike awaits you at the Reiterhof Unterlanzin.

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Hits for young and old in the Schlern region

Castelrotto at the foot of the Alpe di Siusi offers you everything for a family holiday in South Tyrol! Witch Martha accompanies you from the first moment on… Have fun!

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Dolomiti Ranger in the Schlern-Rosengarten Nature Park

The unique nature experience programme takes children and adults on a journey of discovery through the unique natural space of the Alpe di Siusi holiday region.

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Myths and legends

Castelrotto and the Sciliar region are famous for the Sciliar witches! Witch Martha will accompany you during your holiday. This enchanting program will surely awaken the little witch or the little warlock in you! Worth experiencing for adults and children!

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Farm Experience

an animal experience with horses, cows and hens! And grain, bread and mills!

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Themed walks

Children want to be occupied while hiking. Best with a theme. We recommend the Nature Trail Mushroom Trail, the Peace Trail and the Calvary Hike.

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