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Immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of the Dolomites during our panoramic tour! We start our bus journey in Schenna and head towards the Tires Valley. From there, the route takes us through the Nigra Pass and finally past the Karer Pass back to Schenna.
From April to the beginning of November, young winemaker Lukas from the Hillepranterhof invites you to enjoy his exquisite wines every Thursday at 5:30 pm.
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of viticulture on a guided tour of the vineyard and cellar. On request, you can also be served a platter of regional specialties.
Winegrowing has been a tradition at the Hillepranterhof for generations. Since 2021, winemaker Lukas has been processing the grapes directly on the estate and marketing his wines independently. Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Vernatsch and Pinot Noir grow on the slopes of the vineyard. The Pinot Noir is a real highlight and embodies the unique character of the terroir.
Things are “young and dynamic” at the Hillepranterhof - the Kapfinger family looks forward to your visit!
The event takes place in German.
ONLY IN GERMAN AND ITALIAN!
A visit to the Innerleiterhof wine-growing estate is an absolute must for lovers of authentic wines that are produced with the utmost care and passion. After a walk through the vineyards, the owner welcomes visitors into the wine cellars and offers insight into the exciting and complex process of wine-making. The tour is concluded with a trip to the modern tasting room, giving you a chance to enjoy sipping your way through the selection of wines.
Experience with the winemaker of the Unterortl winery an exciting tour through his most beautiful vineyard and taste 4 excellent wines. Immerse yourself in the rich history of viticulture and wine cellar of the Juval hill.
Vineyard and cellar tour, wine tasting at Zollweghof. From Easter to early November every Thursday at 16.00, Zollweghof Lana (with registration, mobile +39 334 929 871 6 or mobile +39 335 592 220 0). Participation fee 12,00 € per person.
The Plonerhof winery in Marling invites you to an exclusive wine tasting and cellar tour every Thursday at 3:00 PM, year-round (except during harvest).
Experience how passion and expertise create exceptional wines. During the tour, you will learn interesting details about viticulture and wine production. In the cellar, the secrets of winemaking will be revealed. Finally, the wine tasting completes this unique experience.
At the Plonerhof winery, a variety of wines are produced on steep vineyard rows with inclines of up to 40%. The house’s cuvées are especially impressive, standing out for their unique diversity and the combination of exceptional grapes. The winery is located in a unique position, where the interplay of climate, soil, and the mountain ranges around Merano creates ideal conditions for viticulture. The Plonerhof produces wines that reflect the flavors of the region and are known for their high quality.
The Tutzer family looks forward to welcoming you.
From March to the end of October, the biological Gruberhof winery in Marling invites you to guided tours of the wine cellar every Friday at 4:00 PM. Discover the fascinating world of viticulture and learn interesting details about winemaking and the history of Gruberhof during a tour of the historic and new cellar rooms. Since 1995, the estate has been managed organically. With deep dedication for nature and Bioland-certified guidelines, the Gamper family cultivates their vineyards.
The wine selection includes native varieties such as Vernatsch and Lagrein, the fungus-resistant Bronner and Souvignier gris, as well as a powerful Merlot and Cabernet cuvée. These wines reflect the family's passion for nature-friendly and sustainable viticulture.
The event takes place in German. Additional dates are available upon request – the Gamper family looks forward to welcoming you!
Gourmet Walk through Meran - Guided enogastronomic and culture walk through Meran. On this guided culinary culture walk, you will learn first-hand background knowledge about the region and its people and taste special local specialities.
Optionally, at the end of the Gourmet Walk, you can have lunch with star chef Andrea Fenoglio in the Sissi restaurant at a special friendly price of € 45.00 (2 first dishes + dessert + water and coffee)
Gala, Kanzi, Fuji, Red Delicious – these illustrious names represent four of the total of 18 varieties of apple that flourish in the sunny orchards tended by South Tyrol's farmers. Crisp, juicy and fresh, famed as a vitamin bomb and popular well beyond the borders of the region, there is plenty to learn about the South Tyrolean apple. Did you know, for example, that the apple originally came from Kazakhstan? Or that one in three of all organic apples harvested in Europe comes from South Tyrol?
Together with apple grower Christine we set out on a journey of discovery through the local apple orchards. Our charming and knowledgeable guide shares plenty of interesting and curious facts about the apple growing industry in South Tyrol, about organic and integrated cultivation, the different varieties, the ingenious methods of naturally-derived plant protection and the protected designation of geographical origin.
During the subsequent tasting of the different apple varieties participants can enjoy talking shop about the apples’ flavours and textures and their personal favourites. There will also be plenty of time to ask questions of our expert.
St.Leonhard in Passeier/San Leonardo in Passiria, Meran/Merano and environs
Within one hour you will get to know the most interesting Hofer objects and some unknown history. The discovery tour leads mainly through the "Heroes & Hofer" trail, but an overview of the entire museum is also available on request.
The guided tour is only available in German.
The Plonerhof winery in Marling invites you to an exclusive wine tasting and cellar tour every Friday at 3:00 PM, year-round (except during harvest).
Experience how passion and expertise create exceptional wines. During the tour, you will learn interesting details about viticulture and wine production. In the cellar, the secrets of winemaking will be revealed. Finally, the wine tasting completes this unique experience.
At the Plonerhof winery, a variety of wines are produced on steep vineyard rows with inclines of up to 40%. The house’s cuvées are especially impressive, standing out for their unique diversity and the combination of exceptional grapes. The winery is located in a unique position, where the interplay of climate, soil, and the mountain ranges around Merano creates ideal conditions for viticulture. The Plonerhof produces wines that reflect the flavors of the region and are known for their high quality.
The Tutzer family looks forward to welcoming you.
We start at the Eggerhof/Schennaberg and hike slightly uphill to the Ifingerhütte at the Lenzeben clearing. From here, we hike through larch forest to the tree line and continue over slightly rocky terrain to the Lauwand weather cross with its great views. We return to the Ifingerhütte via the same forest path and take a different route to the Gasthof Taser Alm.
Walking time: approx. 5 hours
Altitude: approx. 800 m
Difficulty: difficult
Accompany Bert Innerhofer, the passionate beekeeper and creator of the innovative HoneyGourMet, into the fascinating world of bees, honey extraction and mead production. Find out how the oldest alcoholic beverage is turned into a uniquely sparkling treat after being stored in oak barrels and bottle fermented using the "classic method".
This sparkling honey wine combines the rich diversity of Parcines' flora in every bubble. As nature does not always provide our bees with the same harvest, each vintage tastes uniquely different.
With every sip of HoneyGourMet, you will discover the flavours of the Alpine meadows, the blossoming fruit trees and the sun-drenched vineyards. This unique combination creates a delicate, special flavour that enchants the senses.
Immerse yourself in the world of beekeeping and let yourself be inspired by this exclusive drink. The guided tour and tasting for honey lovers and gourmets takes place in the private beehouse.
Strengthen your immune system and your general well-being with the natural healing methods of Sebastian Kneipp and experience the Kneipp world in Marling up close!
The experience begins with a short walk through the village, accompanied by our Kneipp trainer Annemarie, to stimulate your circulation. You then enter the Kneipp world in the center of Marling. On the way, you will pass various water stations where you can refresh yourself with Marling drinking water and quench your thirst.
On-site, our Kneipp expert will provide interesting insights into Kneipp’s history and teach you how refreshing water applications can enhance your well-being and maintain your health.
You’ll have the opportunity to try out various methods, making this experience especially enriching for body, mind and soul.
At the end, you will prepare a homemade herbal drink and a healthy snack together, which you can then enjoy in a cozy atmosphere.
Registration required: Until 5:00 PM on the day before online or at the Tourist Association Marling. The event takes place in German / Italian.
No dogs allowed.
ONLY IN GERMAN AND ITALIAN!
South Tyrolean apples are healthy, delicious and packed with vitamins. Here in Schenna, this popular fruit has everything it needs to truly thrive: sun, elevation and the Alpine-Mediterranean climate. Learn more about how these factors give South Tyrolean apples their distinctive taste and what to look out for when growing, harvesting and storing them during this informative walking tour through Schenna’s apple orchards. The tour is rounded off with a tasting of apples and apple juice in Raiffeisenplatz in Schenna.
Learn in a short time what makes Merano desirable and what's currently happening.
Sip on exquisite aperitif drinks, sample appetite-whetting tidbits, and enjoy the Mediterranean-Alpine culture. 4 stops – 4 aperitifs – 4 culinary delights.
Experience an exciting tour of the vineyards with the winemaker of the Falkenstein Winery. Learn interesting facts about climate, soil, grape varieties, their care and history. Together with the winemaker you will visit the wine cellar and taste the exquisite wines afterwards.
Dogs are not allowed.
We start at the Haslhof farm above Göflan and hike on leisurely paths through meadows and forests, past the coal fields to the Göflaner Alm, where we stop for a bite to eat. Covelano marble is quarried above this mountain pasture. We then descend to the village of Tarnell above Laas. The bus picks us up again there. The famous Lasa marble, which comes from the same mountain as the Covelano marble, is processed in Lasa.
Elevation gain: Uphill 300 metres, downhill 470 metres
Total walking time: approx. 3 hours
Difficulty: moderately difficult hike
Juval Castle Tour (39 km, 700 m elevation gain)
The impressive Juval Castle Tour stretches over 39 kilometers and 700 meters of elevation gain, offering not only physical activity but also cultural and culinary highlights.
The starting point is Algund. An experienced bike guide first leads us through a panoramic landscape to Töll. The route then continues along the Apple Road through blossoming orchards to Naturns and further towards Staben. Already during the ride, we enjoy a magnificent view up to the Juval Caslte, the famous castle of Reinhold Messner, which today houses a fascinating collection of Tibetan art and mountaineering history.
We follow the bike path until the resting place (just before Staben) and then turn right at the wooden bridge towards the State Road and the Vinschgau Farmers' Store. After crossing the State Road, we need to pedal a bit more. However, with some stamina, we finally reach The Juval Castle, our destination for the day. Here, we will visit the castle and then take a delightful lunch break at a nearby inn. Rejuvenated, we begin the return journey to the starting point, Algund.
The varied landscape and cultural attractions make this bike tour an unforgettable experience for nature enthusiasts who wish to actively explore the beauty of South Tyrol. This tour is ideal for experienced cyclists with a good basic level of fitness.
Guided tour through the apple meadows in Tscherms (with reservation).
Our farmer will guide you through their fields, explains you about the healthy ingredients, the production area and about all sorts and brands of the South Tyrolean apple. Gain insight into the secrets of the apple farmers - from the latest technology of today and the gnarled giants of the past. Afterwards, you can taste for yourself.
A variety of medicinal plants, wild, flowering and aromatic herbs thrive in the mountain herb garden at the "Wiesenhof" in Pawigl. During a guided tour of the show garden, you will learn how they are used and what effect they have on the human body. In addition to medicinal teas, tinctures and ointments, these valuable natural resources can be used to make tasty wild herb delicacies, which you can enjoy with the group after the tour.
Dates:
25.06 - 30.07 - 27.08.2025
Timetable: 14.30 - 17.00
Registration: by 5.00 pm the day before at the latest
Limitation of participants: min 4 - max 20 persons
ONLY IN GERMAN OR ITALIAN
Niedereben Farm is situated at an altitude of 634 metres on Nörderberg mountain. Benefiting from the advantageous climate, olives, grapes and cacti all flourish here. The Hofer family supplies the local organic specialist retailer (Biokistl) with its fruit and vegetables and sells a variety of home produced, typical South Tyrolean organic products in their own farm shop.
Cows, pigs, quails, ducks, geese and chickens all feel like “pigs in clover” on the farm! This introduction to the long history of the farm gives visitors an insight into livestock husbandry and wine growing on the Vinschgau’s Nörderberg mountain and shows the route taken from the first olives to the production of the farm’s own olive oil.
The following products are available to buy directly from the farm shop: speck (bacon), salami, smoked sausages, cooked herb-crusted ham, Coppa ham, farmer’s speck, seasonal fruit and vegetables, and in the autumn months chestnuts and pumpkins, apple juice and Vernatsch wine.
On a guided exploration walk through the vineyards with winemaker Michl, you will learn everything knowing about wine: from its history and cultivation to grape varieties and marketing. At the end of the tour, you can taste South Tyrolean wines and discover the aromas and flavors of the region.
The guided tour will be in German.
More than 60 vintage tractors, including 40 "Porsche-Diesel" tractors and 5 Porsche-Diesel Master tractors from various years of construction, can be viewed in the tractor museum. The oldest piece in the collection is a "Balilla" tractor dating from 1929.
An experience for young and old!
Please note: the guided tour is only available in German and Italian!
