Recommended excursions in Vipiteno - South Tyrol – and the surrounding area

Attractions you mustn't miss during your vacation in South Tyrol!

Gola di Stanghe ravine near Vipiteno
Gola di Stanghe ravine is located at Racines. Named "Emperor Franz Josef's Ravine" a century ago, it's now known as the "Gola di Stanghe". What begins as a small rivulet called Racines Brook gradually turns into a mass of rushing water which has dug underground paths in the white marble over the centuries. It's a place where you can truly appreciate the full magnificence and primitive force of Nature.

DOB-Brennero
Be sure to visit the Designer Outlet Brennero, in the town of the same name. Open every day, it sells designer clothes at sale prices.

The Ötzi Museum
You mustn't miss the chance to meet Ötzi, the mummy that came from the ice, who is preserved in the Bolzano Archaeological Museum.
 
Innsbruck
Only 40 minutes by car from Vipiteno is Innsbruck with its Golden Roof, Imperial Residence, Ambras Castle, the "Hungerburgbahn" cable railway, Bergisel Olympic trampoline and Alpine zoo.

Worlds of Swarovski crystal in Wattens
About an hour away from Vipiteno, you find the Swarovski “Worlds of Crystal”, where you can learn everything there is to know about the multifaceted world of crystal glass.

Bressanone
It's worth a special trip to see Bressanone, the renowned Episcopal city, where you can walk peacefully along pretty streets and go shopping in exclusive stores.

Merano and Castel Trauttmansdorff
The spa centre of Merano welcomes visitors to its new health spas, the botanical garden at Castel Trauttmansdorff – the most beautiful gardens in Italy - the Provincial Museum of Tourism, a great Mediterranean climate and numerous cultural events.

The Dolomites: the symbol of South Tyrol
The Dolomites attract numerous admirers who are enchanted by its magnificent interplays of colors ranging from sparkling pink sunrises in the morning to flaming red sunsets in the evening. Take a trip around the Dolomites and discover the Val di Fassa, Val Gardena and Val Badia valleys, where you can enjoy stirring panoramas and delve into the interesting local culture.

Lake Garda
Lake Garda - the largest lake in Italy - is a little less than 155 miles from Prati di Vizze – Vipiteno. Although the northern shore is surrounded by peaks as high as 6600 feet, the southern side is a completely flat plain. Thanks to the sub-Mediterranean climate, the sun-drenched slopes are populated by cypress, aloe, oleander, cedar, olive trees and even palm trees.

Verona
Romeo and Juliet, Piazza delle Erbe square... there's lots to see in Verona. An opera at the Roman Arena is an experience you simply don't want to miss!

Prati di Vizze – Vipiteno, the starting point for discovering South Tyrol and its countless destinations for great excursions

The Hotel Wiesnerhof in Vipiteno is the hotel in South Tyrol that's just right for you.
Located in Prati di Vizze near Vipiteno, in a quiet, sunny area at the entrance to the Val di Vizze, the Wiesnerhof offers peace and quiet and a panoramic view of the surrounding Alps. Thanks to the wide choice of places to walk and the nature trails in the surrounding area, it's classified as a mountain hotel, even though it has also come to be known as a ski hotel; in fact, a shuttle bus takes you right to the Monte Cavallo ski station. And with its large, bright wellness area, the hotel has also gained a reputation as the Wellness Hotel in the Valle Isarco. Book your vacation now!