Holidays in the Ahrntal valley - The official travel guide

Summer holidays in the Ahrntal region

A nature park, water, the 80 three-thousanders and the power of nature call the shots here

Mountains and peaks that will leave you breathless. Just by looking at them. Or you can get closer to them while hiking on your holiday in South Tyrol. In the valley and further up, you will encounter unspoilt nature and a culture that has its origins in a past shaped by farmers. At the latest when tasting the local cheese, you will be able to savour the great appreciation for the local tradition. Craving fresh mountain air and a pollen-free breeze? Then plan your holiday in the clean air region of Ahrntal right here.

Contact

Ahrnerstraße 22, 39030 Luttach/Ahrntal

+39 0474 671 136

info@ahrntal.it

https://www.ahrntal.com

TV Sand in Taufers/Manuel Kottersteger

Speikboden/Harald Wisthaler

IDM Südtirol-Alto Adige/Hansi Heckmair

Wandern im Naturpark Riesenferner-Ahrn

TV Sand in Taufers/Harald Wisthaler

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Rushing waterfalls whose power is hard to beat. Italy's only climatic gallery deep inside the mountain. State-of-the-art mountain hut architecture at dizzying heights. Unspoilt nature, ideal for switching off.

Reinbach Waterfalls

A sense of freedom

80 three-thousanders

Mountain design

Drawing strength from nature

Your time off

Holy Spirit Church

Sacred silence

Taufers Castle

Time travel

The water-rich valley with high peaks and a unique climatic gallery

Find your accommodation

How about a romantic room with mountain views? A wellness hotel with exceptional cuisine? A spacious suite in a family-friendly hotel? Or a place to sleep in an award-winning mountain hut?

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The clean air area in Ahrntal

Breathe the pollen-free mountain air

In the Ahrntal, particularly clean air ensures your wellbeing. Known as an area of clean air, they've found hardly any ozone, pollutants are way below legal limits and there's barely any pollen floating in the air. So, how is that possible? Well, a crucial aspect is the location. Tucked between 1,000 to 3,500 m, the valley is overlooked by over 80 three-thousand metre peaks, and the air quality is assuredly good. What's more, there's hardly any traffic passing through, thanks to the valley's end meeting Italy's northernmost mountains.

But that's not all. Even underground, the air is one of the cleanest you'll ever breathe. For instance, in the climate gallery Prettau, the air is so pure that people suffering from asthma or pollen allergies can start breathing normally. Recent studies have proven the positive effects of the gallery's microclimate in Prettau.

Water, too, contributes to the cleanness of water. With 120 drinking water springs, 35 mountain lakes and ten waterfalls, the landscape of the Ahrntal is shaped by water which adds a refreshing touch to the air we breathe.

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TV Ahrntal/Armin Terzer

TV Ahrntal/Harald Wisthaler

IDM Südtirol-Alto Adige/Armin Terzer

Alpine Manifesto

The Alps are a unique habitat for people, animals and nature. To preserve this heritage, we must act responsibly. The Alpine Manifesto sums up in ten principles how to treat this precious landscape with respect and care. Let’s send a strong message together!

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Sustainable Ahrntal/Valle Aurina

Nestled in the Rieserferner-Ahrn Nature Park, the Ahrntal Valley impresses with its more than 80 three-thousand-meter peaks, 120 drinking water springs, 35 mountain lakes, 9 waterfalls and a unique healing gallery. A valley without through traffic, rich in the purest air, untouched nature and crystal-clear water. The establishment of the consortium "Zukunft Ahrntal" was a concrete step towards respectful treatment of nature, resources, traditions and the way of life in the valley. Local cycles and economic structures are promoted and further developed on the basis of socio-economic projects such as Taufrisch and Kleiner Marktplatz. Soft mobility and good, regular public transportation connections promote environmentally friendly transportation. The Ahrntal Valley was awarded the Sustainability Label South Tyrol for these measures – an important milestone on the road to a future fit for our grandchildren.

To the Sustainability Label

IDM Südtirol-Alto Adige

Speikboden /Koni Studios

What can you do in the Ahrntal valley?

There is certainly no shortage of opportunities to enjoy the power of nature to the full here. And you experience this all the more intensely in the mountain spring. As soon as the snow melts on the over 80 high peaks, the many waterfalls in the Ahrntal valley are fed with meltwater and can no longer be ignored. The Wieser Werfa hike, which takes you through the biotop of the same name, unique moorland landscapes and mystical mountain lakes, puts you on the trail of water as a source of life. Experience water in a fun way on a ride on the Fly Line waterfall at the Reinbach waterfalls.

Follow the revitalising spring sunshine along the Ahrntal Sun Trail, which was once used as a smugglers' path on the border to the Zillertal Alps. Today, you hike through blooming meadows and past cosy alpine pastures that invite you to stop for a bite to eat and enjoy the view. The Mühlwald sunny side can also be explored in pleasant temperatures, especially in spring. Old farms, well-tended gardens and colourful meadows line your journey of discovery through this unique cultural landscape. You can inspire your family with legends about a lost treasure or the downfall of Walburg Castle on the Sagenweg trail in Ahrntal. This family-friendly hike leads through the flat valley floor of Sand in Taufers to the little church of St. Walburg.

There’s nothing like catching the first rays of summer up in the mountains. Take advantage of the Cable Cars FREE offer in all participating accommodations in Ahrntal and Sand in Taufers: from 18 May to 30 June, ride the Klausberg and Speikboden cable cars for free. With your complimentary mountain pass, you can also reach the Mindful Mountain Days – the event dedicated to yoga, wellbeing and mindful moments in nature.

The Klausberg lifts start operating on 18 May, Speikboden from 1 June.

The villages of the region await you with family-run shops, where local artisans and producers offer unique creations and homemade products.

Experience something new every day

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Rieserferner-Ahrn Nature Park

The most glacier- and water-rich protected area in South Tyrol: where entire mountain ranges include peaks of over 3,000 m. There, where water springs from all corners.

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Sand in Taufers/Campo Tures

Sand in Taufers/Campo Tures at the start of the Ahrntal valley is the largest of the eight villages – and also the busiest. Towards the end of the valley, the villages become more clear and quiet. However, you are welcome everywhere.

Open & warm

Where do you meet in Ahrntal?

Come together and enjoy. Run up the mountain and compete with the best. Welcoming the cows back to the valley after the summer on the mountain pastures. And meditate together. There is a wide range of events here - where would you like to be?

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Produced in the Ahrntal valley

Would you like a slice of spicy grey cheese? A hand-carved nativity scene? Or a bobbin lace quilt? You will find a wide range of local, high-quality foods and handcrafted articles for daily use and art in the Ahrntal valley, as in the rest of South Tyrol. Ahrntal valley farmers have dedicated themselves in particular to producing cheese. Grey cheese was even awarded the highest possible award “Presidio” by Slowfood and at the Travel Food Award the Ahrntal received the award "Best Food and Wine Event Italy 2023" with its gray cheese. Lots of producers sell straight from the farm where you can sample the treats and get to know the producers. Lace-making and woodcarving have an important meaning here. In the past, handicrafts secured the valley’s economic existence.

There has been a long tradition of making things yourself in South Tyrol. High quality and durability are the primary factors, which are achieved through the use of proprietary manufacturing techniques and high-quality raw materials. This allows us to create products that are only available here.

To the inns & restaurants

TV Ahrntal/Filippo Galluzzi

TV Ahrntal/Manuel Kottersteger

Field trips

Youth group and school trips - the Ahrntal is well known for its kind hosts and comfortable group houses. The valley offers a wide range of adventures and activities all year-round. From spring to autumn, young people take several bike rides, rafting tours, sled down Europe's longest summer toboggan run called "Klausberg Flitzer" or try the Klausberg zipline. During the wintertime, the Ahrntal is a beaten destination for the many activities people of all ages can experience. On the toboggan runs and in the ski areas, sport and fun are under the spotlight. Especially if you visit the Snow & Fun Park Tamarix in Mühlwald/Selva dei Molini. Groups of skiing enthusiasts make turns on the slopes of Skiworld Ahrntal, while beginners reinforce their skiing skills at one of the many professional courses.

Klausberg/Manuel Kottersteger

TV Ahrntal/Harald Wisthaler

Filippo Galluzzi

Accommodations for groups

Cosy and spacious rooms. Different types of board basis and leisure activities. Anyone planning a group or class trip is in the right place.

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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
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.

Weather forecast & Webcams

Already look over the rooftops of the city or counting the peaks around it. These webcams will provide you with a live connection to selected places in South Tyrol. This way you can get a close-up overview of the region, weather or snow conditions from the comfort of your own home.

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Your car-free summer holiday

For a relaxed and environmentally friendly travel to Ahrntal/Valle Aurina, leave your car at home. Buses, trains or cable cars will take you to your accommodation or excursion destination.

Arrival by train

You can reach the villages in Valle Aurina/Ahrntal from Fortezza/Franzensfeste or Lienz by regional train in the direction of Brunico/Bruneck. Public buses, cabs or the "Südtirol Transfer" shuttle will take you from there directly to your vacation accommodation.
Mobility on site

Once you arrive at your accommodation in Ahrntal, the Südtirol Guest Pass gives you free access to public transport in South Tyrol. Choose an environmentally friendly holiday.