Local tours
Bronzolo/Branzoll, Bolzano/Bozen and environs
A historical walk to the historic residences and buildings in Bronzolo/Branzoll.
A historical walk to the historic residences and buildings in Bronzolo/Branzoll.
Archery for young and old at the Arco Club in via Galizia. An instructor will show you how to handle your bow and arrow correctly. Spend an exciting afternoon and immerse yourself in a world that seems almost forgotten.
Registration required, 10,00€/person/hour.
The chapel of St. Peter is the symbol of the Municipality of Laives/Leifers, and is also depicted in the town’s coat of arms. It is located on a hill above Laives and dates back to the 12th century. The chapel was originally intended to be the chapel for Castle Lichtenstein. Next to the church there are only a few ruins left of the ancient castle, which was also part of a fortress below, which was built in 1160 and destroyed in 1290. Today the chapel can only be visited from the outside. Inside only the altar remains with its altar stone.
Hike along the Monte di Mezzo, through the Spring Valley, around the Lakes of Monticolo and to the ruins of Castelchiaro.
Change of path along the hike: 13, 20, 16, 19, 13
Ice skating to your heart's content - visit the ice rink in the Vallarsa/Brantenbach sports zone!
Just pack your hat, scarf and gloves and off you go.
Tickets: adults 3,50€, children from 6 to 15 years 3€.
Skate rental: 2,50€
Abo 10 entrances: adults 29€, children (6-15 years) 22€
Circular hike to the Wölfl farm and the Enzbirch viewpoint.
Change of path along the hike: 11, 10
A leisurely walk through the apple orchards around Laives/Leifers.
A short hike to the symbol of Laives/Leifers with panoramic sight on Laives/Leifers and the Bassa Atesina/Unterland valley.
A shortened trail of the High altitude trail of Laives/Leifers, with start and finish in Laives.
Change of path along the hike:
Outdoor gaming pleasure - here you are at the right place! With its many different equipments to play on, the playground offers the perfect place for children to let off steam.
Outdoor gaming pleasure - here you are at the right place! With its many different equipments to play on, the playground offers the perfect place for children to let off steam.
In Bronzolo/Branzoll we find one of the most beautiful church squares in South Tyrol with the romanesque and late gothic parish church St. Leonhard.
An extremely varied and demanding high-altitude trail that crosses rock faces in the southern part. Starting in Laives/Leifers, the trail takes you to the Flavon Castle in Bolzano/Bozen.
Change of path along the hike: 12, 3
A demanding hiking trail with a centuries-old history.
Change of path along the route: 6, 17B, 17
The parish church of Laives/Leifers – Where past and future meet
The parish church of Leifers is made of two parts, a historical one and a modern one. The historic part was first mentioned in 1286 and contains the miraculous image of Maria Weissenstein. Thanks to the former curate of Laives/Leifers, Johann von Kolb it is still possible to admire the statue. During the 70s there was already the intention of expanding the church. The Italian speaking community first wanted an own parsonage, but the bishop of that time was keen on reinforcing the connection between the two communities (Italian and German speaking), not separating them. Therefore, the decision to extend the already existing church has been made. The construction began in 2000 and ended 4 years later. The modern part has been christened in 2004. The form of the building is a symbol for acceptance, home, friendship and understanding and shows the way to an eternal home. As a sign for Christianity and resurrection, a triumphal cross has been put up over the altar. The different light inside the church symbolise Christ, who is the world’s light.
A nice hike through the Spring Valley to the town of Monticolo/Montiggl.
Change of path along the hike: 13, 20
"There is salvation in water; it is the simplest, the most inexpensive, and - properly applied - the safest remedy." - Sebastian Kneipp
The Kneipp facility in the Vallarsa sports zone on the southern edge of the city of Laives is a place where the healing power of water can be experienced. Surrounded by trees and located next to the Rio Vallarsa stream, the facility offers a pleasant retreat during the warmer months.
It features a water-treading basin, an arm basin, and two barefoot paths, one of which was newly created in 2023. Information panels explain how to correctly use the various sections of the Kneipp path and describe their beneficial effects on the body. When used properly, water can have a positive impact on the body, mind, and soul.
The Kneipp facility in Laives is open from early June to the end of October, Tuesday through Sunday, from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
A place of energy with views of Sciliar, Catinaccio and Latemar.
Titschenwarte is an absolute insider’s tip and a pure place of energy: After a short hike you reach this unique viewpoint with breathtaking views of the Dolomites - Sciliar, Catinaccio and Latemar. The place invites you to linger and to reflect. As a special treat you will be offered a delicious glass of wine. Thanks to a generous benefactor!
A very beautiful, somewhat strenuous hike from Laives/Leifers, through the Brantental valley, to Nova Ponente/Deutschnofen.
The tower in the Vadena district of Birti is the last remnant of the curacy church of St. Mary Magdalene from the 14th century. It is 24.6 m high and the walls are 70 to 90 cm thick. You can see the bricked-up arched windows on each side, only one is still open and intact. At that time, three bells hung in the tower, two smaller and one large. The brick helmet is damaged at its top, as the wind had thrown the button off the tower in 1743/44. Due to its very unfavourable location on the open valley floor, the Madgalena Church was hit by countless Adige floods. The church was flooded in 1755. The citizens of Vadena therefore thought about moving the church to the castle chapel in the courtyard of Vadena. In 1794, the church had to be abandoned after further numerous floods, because the water exceeded the altar refectory and the death chests floated around like ships. On 2 July 1795, a contract was concluded between the castle chapel owner Menz and the neighbours in Vadena and the castle chapel was designated as the new curacy church. In 1796, the Church of Mary Magdalene was demolished, only the tower still reminds us of the location of the old church.
Outdoor gaming pleasure - here you are at the right place! With its many different equipments to play on, the playground offers the perfect place for children to let off steam.
Outdoor gaming pleasure - here you are at the right place! With its many different equipments to play on, the playground offers the perfect place for children to let off steam.
A beautiful circular hike that demands a certain amount of fitness, but offers refreshment stops and fantastic viewpoints.
Change of path along the hike: 12, 3, 3A, 1, 5A, 5, 1, 1A, 12A
Extensive hike from the valley station to the top station of the Colle/Kohlern cable car.
Change of path along the hike: 1, 7, E5, 1
Small round walk from hotel Schneiderwiesen with a beautiful viewpoint.
The sport fishing in Bronzolo/Branzoll is available to all enthusiastic hobby fishermen.
The membership card is required, which can be purchased directly on site.
Currently closed for renovation.
