Worthwhile small towns, snow-covered Alpine pastures and astounding views for your ski day
By linking northern and southern Europe, Brixen and Klausen/Chiusa have been the most important towns along the Brenner axis for a long time. Spend a holiday in South Tyrol to discover the rich cultural heritage in the environs of Brixen: the province is brimming with castles, fortresses, monasteries, churches and museums. Nestled between white-covered alpine pastures, sunny hills and quiet side valleys, these historical landmarks shape the landscape and make it unique.
Call at a baroque cathedral. Speed down great and wide ski runs and take a culinary break at one of the many mountain huts. Admire a unique cultural and natural heritage in the midst of a dreamy mountain world. Take a stroll through the alleys of Klausen/Chiusan, one of "the finest Country's villages of Italy".
The Brixen and environs region's past as a link between northern and southern Europe has left an extraordinary mark: like the Augustinian Canon's Monastery of Neustift, which 900 years after its founding, continues to be a lively cultural and religious site and an internationally renowned winery for its Valle Isarco wines. The "Castle of Court" attracts worldwide visitors for one of Europe's most important collections of nativity scenes and for becoming the setting of the magical light show during Christmas time. If you like to be away from the hustle and bustle of Brixen and Klausen, you can choose to hit the Plose and Gitschberg-Jochtal ski resorts. As part of the world's largest ski carousel, the Dolomiti Superski, they offer ski and sled runs and cross-country skiing trails. Don't let yourself down, if you're a first-time skier. Ski schools offer programs for all ages and tailored to your needs and in the ski rentals, a highly qualified staff, will give you the best advice. Do you prefer being off the slopes? You can venture on one of the many hiking trails with your mountain boots, take a snowshoe hike into a snow-covered wilderness or go cross-country skiing on the high-altitude trail of the Lüsner-Rodenecker Alm alpine pasture.
The nobility and the church brought to the construction of historical and cultural buildings, where trade and craft started to thrive. No matter if it's raining or snowing, while shopping in Brixen, stroll down the illuminated alleys, across the cathedral square, under the medieval arbors. Under the ancient arcades, discover the shops and boutiques, and take a special break in one of Brixen's cozy inns or fine wine bars. In Klausen you'll find local handicrafts, typical specialties and leather goods only few meters apart. At the foot of the majestic monastery hill, you don't have to make any detours: rows of places to stop to dine are in the historic downtown, considered as one of the most beautiful in Italy.
On the summit of the Plose and in Gitschberg-Jochtal ski resorts or in the snow-covered Altfass Valley and Fane Alm alpine pasture: whether skiing, cross-country skiing or winter hiking, many cozy ski huts are open for you. A cloudless sky invites you to stay in the sun on the terraces and enjoy the traditonal dishes of the mountain huts: rustic family recipes like the sweet and smashed "omelet" Kaiserschmarrn, the Mediterranean specialties and vegetarian dishes.
Would you like a slice of spicy cheese made from goat’s milk? A soothing oil from mountain and stone pines? Or how about a pair of handmade traditional shoes? You'll find a wide range of local, high-quality foods and handcrafted articles for daily use and art in Brixen, as in the rest of South Tyrol. Many producers sell straight from the farm where you can try the local food and get to know the producers. In this way, you'll taste different flavours and gain an insider knowledge about the cultivation and processing. With a bit of luck, you can even look over the shoulders of craftsmen at work as they create jewellery, wooden sculptures and baskets while strolling through the village or town.
Check out the weather forecast in the Brixen and environs region 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.
For a comfortable and environmentally friendly travel to the Brixen and environs region, find here the most relevant information. Buses, trains or cable cars drop you off at your accommodation or hiking destination.
You can comfortably get to Brixen and Klausen by train. At the train stations you can take buses, taxis or the "Südtirol Transfer" shuttle and reach your holiday destination.
Once you get to your accommodation in Brixen, the Südtirol Guest Pass "BrixenCard" and "KlausenCard" give zou unlimited access to public transport in South Tyrol. Use the train and bus connections to board off on the ski runs.
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