Skip to content
Suedtirol logo
Discover South Tyrol
For your information

added to favourites

Go to favorites

removed from favourites

Oops! Something went wrong. Try again

Your account is being created

Your account has been successfully created and you are now logged in

You’ve been logged in successfully!

Your account was created successfully, but we couldn't log you in automatically

You are logged out.

A charming Alpine town

Enjoy culture with the view of majestic mountains

Sterzing, Italy’s northernmost town, is located south of the main chain of the Alps. Surrounded by soaring mountains, Sterzing is in the midst of an impressive natural backdrop which is ideal for summer and winter activities. The magnificent townhouses featuring oriel windows dot the picturesque shopping street, where many businesses, restaurants and bars create a lively atmosphere - in one of Italy’s most beautiful villages. Before the gateaway to the town, Gothic churches and striking castles, such as the Burg Reifenstein castle serve as a testament to the town’s heyday in the Middle Ages. What's more, Sterzing was enriched through mining operations during the 15th century, a period during which significant architectural structures like the Twölferturm tower, the town hall and houses were built. Track down history on a tour through the old and new town, while spending your holiday in South Tyrol!

Holidays in Sterzing/Vipiteno | South Tyrol – Travel Info, Weather & Webcams

Accommodations in Sterzing/Vipiteno, Pfitsch/Val di Vizze and Freienfeld/Campo di Trens

A charming bed & breakfast with mountain views, an elegant town hotel with a wellness area or a holiday flat just for you. Sterzing and its neighbouring villages is the ideal place if you are looking for authentic hospitality, indulgence and a lively range of leisure offers.

At the moment, we can't find any results for this search.
At the moment, we can't find any results for this search.
At the moment, we can't find any results for this search.
At the moment, we can't find any results for this search.
At the moment, we can't find any results for this search.

World Bodypainting Festival - Camouflage

On 12 and 13 July 2025, Sterzing/Vipiteno will become the centre of the international bodypainting scene.

You can closely observe how artists manage to make bodies disappear by blending them seamlessly into their surroundings. The Camouflage Bodypainting category will be presented for the first time in South Tyrol with the year’s only World Award.

With its narrow alleys, towers, and the backdrop of the Alps, Sterzing offers the perfect setting. At 15 locations in the historic centre, artists will showcase their skills. Among them is Johannes Stötter, a native of Sterzing and one of the world’s most renowned bodypainting artists. His works, combining animals, landscapes, and people through fascinating techniques, have earned him international acclaim.

TV Sterzing

Italy’s northernmost town

On your first visit to the town it cannot go unnoticed: it's the Zwölferturm, the town’s most striking landmark. It has brought together the old and new town since 1472 and on the vibrant shopping street, dotted with colourful medieval facades, you can explore the most hidden and  important spots of the town. Take a stroll and you'll come across churches and artistic treasures from the Gothic period. Do you know that Sterzing looks absolutely stunning from above? Go up the Rosskopf mountain! It only takes you few minutes to reach the height of 2,189 m by gondola and experience the local culture, cuisine, hiking and skiing adventures.

Not far from the town, there are some of South Tyrol's most notable castles. Wolfsthurn Castle, South Tyrol’s only baroque castle, houses the Museum of Hunting and Fishing. Burg Reifenstein stands on a craggy mountainside. The castle is divided into ten rooms, which you can see for yourself on a tour. On the opposite side above Sterzing, you can marvel at Castle Sprechenstein and its unique architectural features. 

Sterzing is also known for its past as an important mining town. The life of the miners who used to work in the area is exhibited in the South Tyrol Museum of Mining in the Ridnauntal valley, some kilometers away from Sterzing.

IDM Südtirol/Alto Adige/Fabian Leitner

What to do in Sterzing

A few days spent here can make you feel really good. Especially if you take the time to discover all its wonders. From fine cuisine to fascinating cultural experiences, here you will find a wide selection designed for you.

At the moment, we can't find any results for this search.
At the moment, we can't find any results for this search.
At the moment, we can't find any results for this search.
At the moment, we can't find any results for this search.

Shopping in Sterzing

If you care about beautiful things, you should ermbark on a shopping experience in South Tyrol's cities. Advent is a magical tiem of the year to be visiting Sterzing: the atmosphere is festive and twinkly decorations are all over the city.  Stroll down the old alleys, look at the shop windows, sit in cosy restaurants or café and take traditional handicrafts home.

IDM Südtirol-Alto Adige/Patrick Schwienbacher
IDM Südtirol-Alto Adige/Patrick Schwienbacher

South Tyrol Guide - the official app for your holiday in South Tyrol

Experience South Tyrol just the way you like it - with everything you need at your fingertips. With the South Tyrol Guide App you can:

  • Find restaurants, hikes, events, museums and activities throughout the region - tailored to your interests and location
  • Book and buy event tickets directly
  • activate geolocalisation to see what's around you at all times and easily find your way using the map
  • Access your personal area - with weather notifications and your favourites to plan your days in the best possible way

 

Download the app here for free and discover South Tyrol your way.

What's on in Sterzing?

From food events like the Sterzing Yoghurt Days and the Sterzing Dumpling Festival to the Lantern Party on summer days. Retrace the town's history, marvel at architectural styles, discover a mining heritage and all the trendy boutiques-: guided tours enhance your travel experience in Sterzing with many inetersting facts.

At the moment, we can't find any results for this search.
At the moment, we can't find any results for this search.
At the moment, we can't find any results for this search.

Weather forecast & Webcams

Check out the weather forecast in the Sterzing and planning your holiday in South Tyrol will be easier. And if you want to head up to the mountains, our weather forecast informs you about visibility, sunrise, sunset and zero-degree isotherm.

Your car-free holiday in Sterzing

If you have a knack for relaxing moments, then take a train or bus. Once you arrive in South Tyrol, you have plenty of transfer options to reach your accommodation. The region's efficient and reliable transport system will get you around effortlessly.

  • Anreise mit der Bahn
    Travel by train

    From Sterzing you can reach your holiday accommodation in the various villages and side valleys by bus, taxi or the "Südtirol Transfer" shuttle.

  • Anreise mit dem Bus
    Local Transport

    Once you arrive at your accommodation in Sterzing/Vipiteno, the Südtirol Guest Pass gives you free access to all means of transport in South Tyrol..

Travel to South Tyrol
Accommodation image
Finish your booking for
Accommodation name
0  room rooms Not selected No board Breakfast Half board Full board All inclusive
Total price: 0 €
(incl. VAT / excl. local tourism tax)