Visites guidées à Brixen/Bressanone et environs

The Villanders mine in the Eisack Valley, with a wide view of the Dolomites, was one of the most important mining areas in Tyrol in the Middle Ages. At that time, silver, galena, copper and much more were mined. The Villanders Culture and Museum Association has carefully restored the mine in recent years. It is now one of the few mines in South Tyrol that is open to visitors. Guided tours only from April to October on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 and 14:30, Sundays at 10:30 (duration approx. 1.5 h) In July & August additionally on Wednesdays at 10:30 (duration approx. 2 h). IMPORTANT: arrive at the mine at least 10 minutes in advance! Individual special tours are available all year round on request. All prices can be found on the mine's website.

Bees are irreplaceable in our ecosystem and agriculture. Simply put: they are necessary for the survival of us humans. As the third most important "farm" animal (after cattle and pigs), bees pollinate 80% of our crops. Curious visitors can learn this and other interesting facts during a guided tour by an experienced beekeeper, including honey tasting, at the Birkenbrunn hotel. Costs: €07.00

Hike along the Stocknertal Trail and Panorama Trail to the mills (including a guided tour) and the earth pyramids. On the way back, visit a local farm shop (Milla Ladile) with product tasting. Experience an exciting day in nature on a family-friendly hike through Terenten. You will walk along the panoramic trail that leads to the circular mill path, taking you to the historic grain mills. There, a local farmer will welcome you and provide fascinating insights into the traditional craft of milling and the history of the region. Along the way, you’ll pass the impressive earth pyramids—unique natural monuments formed in 1837 after a severe storm. To round off the day, you'll visit a small but charming farm shop, where you can discover and taste handmade, healthy products. Walking time: approx. 2 h During time: 4h 240 vertical meters 6 km The hike is not suitable for strollers. Price: With Almencard: until 14 years: free from 14 years: 5€ With Mobilcard and others: until 14 years: free from 14 years: 10€

Not only in the Sarentino Valley, the valley of the mountain pines, does the mountain pine grow, but also on the acidic silicate soils of the Villandro Alp. The power of this mountain plant is immense. The beneficial and fragrant essential oil is perfect for relaxing baths, for infusions and compresses, or as an ingredient in scrubs. In an aroma lamp, the scent helps to improve the room atmosphere. Every Monday, a distillation demonstration takes place. All interested visitors can gain insight into how the mountain pine is processed into essential oil.

Have you ever been to Velthurns Castle? No, then it's high time. Find out who lived in the castle and which is the most beautiful room. Kids up to 6 years free of charge, 12,00 € family ticket (2 adults with children under 16 years), 6,00 € family ticket mini (1 adult with children under 16 years). Meeting point: 10.00 am at the Castle. Duration: approx. 1h.

The Archeopark Villanders is a fascinating archaeological site located at Plunacker, where remains from the Stone Age, Copper Age, Bronze Age, and Roman period have been discovered. Particularly impressive are the prehistoric settlement traces and burial sites, which show that people lived here over 7,000 years ago. The earliest settlement traces are illustrated through the reconstruction of typical buildings and their furnishings from each respective era. The new structures represent a Mesolithic dwelling, a Neolithic hut, and a Rhaetian house.

During the farm visit, kids have the chance to get to know the resident donkeys, chicken, cats, calves and bunnies. A real treat for the little ones! Price: €20 per child You can reach the farm by bus (free with Almencard an museumobilcard)! Click here for the timetable: https://gitschberg-jochtal.guest.net/public-transport

Free guided tours of the Swiss Mountain Pine Oil Distillery on the Alps of Barbiano/Barbian from 14th May until 29th October 2025 every Wednesday from 10.00 am to 4.30 pm. From „Huberkreuz“ parking follow the trail n° 4 and 15. Free for guests of the Klausen, Barbian, Feldthurns and Villanders Tourism Association. Guided tours of the distillery during summer on advance booking only. Phone +39 328 892 6205

The ruins were once a customs post and hunting seat, as well as the backdrop for the German Peasant’s war in 1526 and the Tyrolean Rebellion of 1809. Morning tours: 9.30 am 10.45 am Afternoon tours: 2.30 pm 3.45 pm Price: free with Almencard and Mobilcard. Others pay € 4,00. Free for children up to 12 years old. No registration required. Payment on site. The tour is canceled on rainy days.

We will meet up in the centre of Spinges and start our hike to the Opera 24 bunker. On our way there, we will have the chance to learn intriguing details about the builder of the Holy Sepulchre Chapel (1685) and the historical and artistic heritage of the local parish church and its small museum. We will also find out about the way of life in an 18th century farmer’s parlour, and why 400 people were burnt alive in a local farmhouse. The highest point of our hike is a bunker in Mussolini’s Alpine Wall, where we will learn about its history before enjoying a picnic on site. In the event of adverse weather, we will skip the hike. You will still have the opportunity to reach the bunker by car. Price: With Almencard: until 14 years: free from 14 years: 5€ With Mobilcard and others: until 14 years: free from 14 years: 5 €

In the mood for triple delight? From Easter until the end of September and from November to the end of January: Every Thursday at 3:00 PM – farm tour, wine tasting, and local cold specialties on request. Additional appointments: Wednesday to Saturday upon request.

IN GERMAN LANGUAGE A local winegrower will be showing you around his vineyard and illustrating his alternative methods for cultivating grapes and ancient apple varieties. Incl. wine tasting.

This is Neustift wine(growing) Learn all about our vineyards. And of course about our wine too. General information The winegrowing tradition at Neustift goes back centuries. To find out what has remained of this tradition, what winegrowing in the abbey’s vineyards involves today and the philosophy on which it is based, come on a vineyard tour. We’ll not only tell you all about Neustift winegrowing but also serve you its products. The tour of the vineyards together with the following wine tasting takes about 90 minutes in all. And lasts for longer. Participation in the vineyard tour is only possible with prior registration. To help us start punctually … Please come to the abbey entrance 15 minutes before the beginning of the tour.

Unforgettable hike on the bright side of Barbian. We guide you through the colorful splendor of the summer messengers, past historic buildings, streams, chestnut trees and much more. Meeting point at 10 o clock in front of the information office Barbian. Walking time: approx. 3,5 hours, return at 4:00 pm, difficulty of the hike: medium. Good shoes and rain protection is needed. For the guests of the member companies of the tourism association Klausen, Barbian, Feldthurns and Villanders the hikes are free of charge. Non-members € 8.00 per person. Reservation the day prior with your accomodation or +39 0471 654411.

An all-time favourite with young and old alike and a sustainable novelty here in our climes, which offer perfect conditions to our furry friends from North America, is a trekking tour with llamas. In addition to an informative guided tour, the trekking also includes a tour of the farm where the animals are kept, insights into farm life and, last but not least, a "Marende" (afternoon snack) at the Waldharthof farm. An unforgettable experience! Enjoy hiking through Naz-Sciaves/Natz-Schabs with the fluffy animals. Afterwards you will also get an insight into farm life and enjoy a South Tyrolean snack.

Participants first walk about 600 meters into the Elisabethstollen, then climb up a staircase (300 steps and 65 vertical meters) in an ore mining shaft to the Lorenzstollen.Then we walk about 400 meters back through the Lorenzstollen to the exit and through a path to the starting point. Duration: about 2 hours Please be there at least 10 minutes before the tour starts.

The panoramic high-level hike leads us through pine forests to beautiful high alpine pastures in the direction of the Radlsee lake, Brugger Schupfe and back to the Kühhof. Stop for refreshments at Klausner Hütte or Radlseehütte hut. Start: 09:30 am Kühhof car park, hiking bus possible, walking time approx. 4 hours, height difference 430 m, moderately difficult hike, return at 4:30 pm Kühhof car park. Minimum number of participants: 2 people. Free of charge for guests of member accommodations, otherwise € 10.00 per person.

Today you have the opportunity to get to know a working farm with all its animals and make your own farm products such as butter and cheese. Tasting the homemade products is just as important as telling stories about the farm. Cost per person: 15,00 €

During this adventurous treasure hunt, you will learn a lot about the mine, and if you overcome a few obstacles and are brave, a small treasure awaits you! Cost per child: €5.00 Duration: approx. 1.5 hours

IN ITALIAN LANGUAGE A local winegrower will be showing you around his vineyard and illustrating his alternative methods for cultivating grapes and ancient apple varieties. Incl. wine tasting.

Unforgettable hike on the bright side of Barbian. We guide you through the colorful splendor of the summer messengers, past historic buildings, streams, chestnut trees and much more. Meeting point at 10 o clock in front of the information office Barbian. Walking time: approx. 3,5 hours, return at 4:00 pm, difficulty of the hike: medium. Good shoes and rain protection is needed. For the guests of the member companies of the tourism association Klausen, Barbian, Feldthurns and Villanders the hikes are free of charge. Non-members € 8.00 per person. Registration with in 9.00 pm of the previous day at your accommodation or at the tourist office in Barbian, tel. +39 0471 654 411 o info@barbian.it

If you want to know where metals like silver and copper come from and how arduous it once was to extract them from the mountain, get in touch with us! Afterwards, we will dig together in the spoil heaps to search for natural treasures. Cost per child: €5.00 Duration: approx. 1,5 hours

The Radlsee refuge is located high above the Eisack Valley on the legendary Radlsee lake in the basin between the Königangerspitze and Hundskopf peaks. On the way, we learn a lot about alpine herbs, mountain farming and the formation of the Alps and Dolomites. The moderately difficult hike is worthwhile with its breathtaking mountain panorama and relaxing tranquillity on the mountain. Route: Via hiking trail no. 14 and no. 10 to the Radlseehütte, same way back Start: 9.30 am Kühhof car park, hiking bus possible, walking time approx. 5 hours, basic fitness required, height difference 850 m, return at 4.30 pm P. Kühhof. Minimum number of participants: 2 persons. Free of charge for guests of member accommodations, otherwise € 10.00 per person.

This hike leads leisurely along beautiful alpine paths to the Stöfflhütte hut (2057 m). We enjoy marvellous views of the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and hear interesting facts about the flora and fauna of the high moor along the way. Route: Kaseregg car park via Trinner Alm on trail no. 15 and no. 1 to the Stöfflhütte hut (refreshment stop), back via trail no. 1. Start: 9.30 am Kaseregg car park, hiking bus possible, walking time 3 hours, easy hike, return at 4.30 pm Kaseregg car park. The hike is free for guests of member accomodations, otherwise €10.00 per person.

The plum of Barbiano/Barbian is in the center of this guided walking-tour. Enjoy the unforgettable hike at the bright side of Barbian while we guide you through the plum trees. Meeting point at 10 a.m. at the Information Office Barbian. Hiking time: 3,5 hours, return at approx. 4 p.m., easy hike. Good footwear and rain shelter are needed. Route: Guided tour of the village Barbian/Barbiano. Hike on the plum trail and on the high route of Saubach. Stop for lunch at Saubacherhof. Visit of the church in Saubach, return to Barbian. For members of the Tourist Association Klausen, Barbian, Feldthurns and Villanders the hiking is free, for non-members it costs 8,00€ per person. Registration with in 9.00 pm of the previous day at your accommodation or at the tourist office in Barbian, tel. +39 0471 654 411 o info@barbian.it

The plum of Barbiano/Barbian is in the center of this guided walking-tour. Enjoy the unforgettable hike at the bright side of Barbian while we guide you through the plum trees. Meeting point at 10 a.m. at the Information Office Barbian. Hiking time: 3,5 hours, return at approx. 4 p.m., easy-medium hike. Good footwear and rain shelter are needed. Route: Hike along the Plum Path trail and continue to Kollmann, stopping at the "Oberweger". Return to Barbian. For members of the Tourist Association Klausen, Barbian, Feldthurns and Villanders the hiking is free, for non-members it costs 8,00€ per person. Registration with in 9.00 pm of the previous day at your accommodation or at the tourist office in Barbian, tel. +39 0471 654 411 o info@barbian.it

Unforgettable hike on the bright side of Barbian. We guide you through the colorfulness of fall past vineyards, fruit trees and chestnut trees. Meeting point at 10am at the Information Office Barbian. Hiking time: 3,5 hours, stop at the restaurant "Oberweger/Kollmsnn". Return at 4pm, easy to medium hike, good footwear, rain shelter. For members of the Tourist Association Klausen, Barbian, Feldthurns and Villanders the hiking is free, for non-members it costs 8,00€ per person. Registration with in 9.00 pm of the previous day at your accommodation or at the tourist office in Barbian, tel. +39 0471 654 411 o info@barbian.it

Guided "Törggele" hike with guide Helena Graf, with a stop at the traditional farm "Glangerhof" and a cosy get-together in the "Stube". Meeting point: 10.00 am Tourist Office Feldthurns, return: around 4.00 pm. Walking time: 2 - 2.5 hours, easy hike. Minimum number of participants: 2 persons, free hike for guests of member accommodation, otherwise € 10.00 per person (excl. consumption).

Guided autumnal walk with stop at the "Törggelestube Gostnerhof". The farmer Luis shows you how to make "Barbianer Keschtn". With the "Keschtnpfanne" of course! We'll guide you through the colorful autumn in South Tyrol. Meeting point at 10am at the Information Office Barbian. Hiking time: 3.5 hours, return at around 4pm, easy hike, good footwear, rain shelter. For members of the Tourist Association Klausen, Barbian, Feldthurns and Villanders the hiking is free, for non-members it costs 8,00€ per person. Registration with in 9.00 pm of the previous day at your accommodation or at the tourist office in Barbian, tel. +39 0471 654 411 o info@barbian.it.