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Holidays in Sterzing/Vipiteno and environs

Cultural heritage from the Middle Ages, mountains overlooking valleys and manz adventures

High mountains and rich history: those who come to the Wipptal valley will quickly notice just how unique this region truly is. The cityscape of Sterzing/Vipiteno is composed of architecturally unique buildings. The narrow side valleys are surrounded by impressive peaks. The local people have a fervent love for sport. The surrounding area near the Alps is lined with striking fortress-like castles.

You should have seen it

The unique baroque castle in South Tyrol. An adventure museum deep inside the mountain. Strong fortresses as far as the eye can see. And a memorial to the lyricist Henrik Ibsen.

Find your accommodation

How about a charming room in the historic residence? A wellness hotel with exceptional architecture? A suite in a chic city hotel? Or a cosy place to sleep in a mountain refuge?

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The villages of the Sterzing and environs region

The town of Sterzing and village of Gossensass on the main axis are a good starting point for exploring the tributary valleys with their villages. Each is unique in its own way– and each is shaped by its proximity to the main chain of the Alps.

What can I see in Sterzing/Vipiteno and environs?

Sterzing and its surrounding area are characterised by the close proximity of the mountains, their geographical location just behind the Alps and the cultural heritage of the Fugger people. You will notice this on various signposts for walks which guide you out into the surrounding mountains. For example on the Hochfeiler mountain or the Tribulaun mountain. You will feel it in the climate: refreshing in summer, straightforward in winter. And you will see it in the historic centre of the town of Sterzing with the Zwölferturm tower and the magnificent town houses with their typical alcoves. And in the castles and fortresses which tower over the surrounding area from prominent locations. A cable car leads up to a high altitude on the Rosskopf mountain which starts out direct from Sterzing. Here at the top you can ski, sledge, walk and enjoy sunrises at any time of year. And of course, you can sample some South Tyrolean Schlutzkrapfen ravioli and Italian pasta. The tributary valleys are quieter and everything here focuses on relaxation and slowing down. The best place for this is probably nature.

Actively experience Sterzing/Vipiteno and environs

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Water as a source of power

Secured walkways, wooden bridges and steps lead through a rocky valley carved out by the water which is bursting with the power of nature. Just waiting to be explored by you.

Sterzing/Vipiteno and environs
Sterzing/Vipiteno and environs
Sterzing/Vipiteno and environs

Rosskopf

From the town to the mountains in a few minutes' cable car ride. The Rosskopf is an amazing mountain to visit for epic views.

The Rosskopf mountain is not only famed for its panoramic terrace overlooking the so-called “Fuggerstadt” of Sterzing/Vipiteno, but also for the countless activities it offers. The cable car shuttles you up to the sunny high plateau at an altitude of around 2,000 m in just a few minutes. The sunny high plateau opens up kilometres of long alpine and panoramic tours. The Dolomieu Trail, named after the explorer of the Dolomites, Deodat de Dolomieu, starts here and leads you to the Pflerschtal valley. French geologist Dolomieu first discovered the dolomite rock at the foot of the Tribulaun mountain in 1791. Your hike in the unspoiled alpine wilderness will also take you to a mountain hut for a culinary break. From here, you’ll marvel at the sweeping views over the Zillertal Alps, the Dolomites and the Sarntal Alps, all the way to the Stubai Alps. For a family adventure, you can try the 1,300 km long Rosskopf mountain coaster, with 300 m of elevation and a maximum speed of around 40 km/hr. From June, the Rossy Park Zoo promises beautiful moments with llamas, goats and rabbits.

Shopping in the region

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.

What is happening in and around Sterzing?

he seasons in the Wipptal valley are the best excuse for a celebration: whether the Sterzing Easter Games, the Pfitsch Midsummer Market, the Harvest Festival in Sterzing or the ice rink beneath the Zwölferturm tower.

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All the top events in South Tyrol

Produced in the region around Sterzing.

How about a creamy natural yoghurt ? Or a hand-made woollen blanket from locally farmed sheep? You will find a wide range of local,  high-quality foods  and  handcrafted articles for daily use in Sterzing and environs, as in the rest of South Tyrol.

Lots of producers sell straight from the farm where you can sample the treats and find out what the high quality criteria are for lamb and pork in Wippland. Producers in the cooperative have committed to sustainable animal husbandry including lots of free-roaming in the fields and meadows and the use of natural animal feed.

During a town or village stroll, you might be lucky enough to observe craftsmen at work and watch over their shoulder as they make jewellery, wooden sculptures or baskets. Hand craftsmanship has a long-standing tradition in South Tyrol. This allows us to create products that are only available here.

The most beautiful webcams in the region

Enjoy our mountains, forests, meadows and towns at any time of the day and year. Our webcams connect you to special places all over South Tyrol in real time. You can glance at South Tyrol in bits, any time and any place you want and find out the current weather conditions with just a few clicks.

Your car-free summer holiday

Explore and reach the Sterzing and environs region sustainably by train, bus or cable car.

  • Travel by train

    The journey by train is stress-free thanks to the direct connections from Germany (Munich) and Austria (Innsbruck) to Brenner/Brennero. Once you board off the train, you can get on the Brenner Line trains and stop at Gossensass, Sterzing and Freienfeld stations.

  • On-site mobility

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

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