Holidays in Völs am Schlern
Holidays on an idyllic mountain pasture: In the morning, you can enjoy a wonderful panoramic view to the surrounding mountains, lighted by the first sunbeams and waiting for you with countless hiking and climbing paths.
Völs am Schlern is a popular health resort at the foot of the South Tyrolean landmark Mt. Schlern and is characterised by a mild climate and a magnificent panoramic position. The municipality of Völs has about 3,500 m of inhabitants and is formed by the districts of Blumau, Oberaicha, Obervöls, Prösels, Pröslerried, St. Anton, St. Kathrein, St. Konstantin, Steg, Ums, Unteraicha, Untervöls and Völserried.
In the 19th century already, the village at the foot of Seiser Alm was very popular with vacationers from the nearby city of Bozen. Also, Völs is considered as being the place of origin of the hay bath. In fact, it is a famous destination for those who are searching for regeneration still today.
View of the holiday resort Völs am Schlern with the impressive Mt. Schlern in the background.
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Schlern-Rosengarten Nature Park
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Also, Seiser Alm is a popular destination for athletes and families in winter.
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In summer, the pond near Völs am Schlern is perfect for swimming and rawboat tours.
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The picturesque Prösels Castle is located before the village Völs am Schlern.
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In the immediate vicinity of Völs am Schlern, there are also Kastelruth and the well-known Seiser Alm. The legendary mountain world of Schlern-Rosengarten Nature Park offers countless walking paths, MTB trails, ski runs and cross-country ski tracks.
The holiday region all around is popular especially among mountaineers, as well as among families with children: Because on the Europe’s largest high-alpine pasture located at about 2,000 m above sea level, there are countless running and hiking paths and a lot of nice places which are ideal for a picnic with the whole family.
Besides exciting mountain tours, variety and entertainment are ensured, for example during an excursion to the swimming pond of Völs, to the local parish museum or to Prösels Castle, a fabulous building with loggias, outside staircase and well.
Culinary pleasures and exquisite delicacies are offered in Völs almost all year round during exciting events. During the culinary weeks “Völser Kuchlkastl” in October, epicures will feel like in paradise. In spring, when it is time for Schlern Music chamber music festival, international artist will perform right here in Völs am Schlern.
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Völs am Schlern is a famous holiday destination for winter sports fans and nature lovers during the cold months.
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The picturesque church is located on a hill near Völs am Schlern. Findings of the Bronze Age suggests that there was the oldest settlement of the area right here.
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The picturesque Prösels Castle is located before the village Völs am Schlern.
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View of the holiday resort Völs am Schlern with the impressive Mt. Schlern in the background.
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Peterbühl is the oldest settlement of the area. Finds of the Bronze Age are proof of the fact that humans had lived thousands of years before Christ here. Today, the hill has a wonderful church, St. Peter am Bichl, dating back to the 14th century.
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View of the historical holiday resort Völs am Schlern.
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The swimming pond in Völs am Schlern is located near the village and is a wonderful destination for excursions.
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In summer, the pond near Völs am Schlern is perfect for swimming and rawboat tours.
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Mt. Schlern
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Selected accommodations in Völs am Schlern
Residence Wolfgang Alpine Luxury Resort
Magnificent panoramas, new luxurious apartments with every comfort and a wellness oasis with a fantastic indoor-outdoor pool await you in Fiè allo Sciliar.
Hotel St. Anton
Holidays in a familiar atmosphere, wellness area with indoor pool, excellent culinary delights & unforgettable adventure in the Dolomites at any season.
Residence St. Konstantin
Comfortable apartments in a quiet position, garden with heated pool & whirlpool, wellness area with various saunas & whirlpool – ideal for families and relaxation seekers.
Simonazzi Chalet & Appartements
NEW: heated indoor and outdoor pool! Wellness area with Finnish sauna, aroma steam bath, infrared sauna, tropical showers, ice fountain & relax rooms with loungers and water beds.