Holidays in St. Lorenzen
From the Roman Mansio Sebatum to a beautiful market town: St. Lorenzen in Pustertal has a long history – and still much to offer today.
In the middle of the town of St. Lorenzen, you can find Ansitz Wiesenegg.
Internet Consulting - Stefanie SelvaSurrounded by meadows and forests, St. Lorenzen is located almost in the middle of Pustertal. The municipality has 3,000 inhabitants in total and has twelve districts in addition to the village centre: some of them are Sonnenburg with the eponymous castle, Stefansdorf at the foot of Mt. Kronplatz, Onach and Ellen higher up in the mountain or Pflaurenz at the confluence of the rivers Rienz and Gader.
South of St. Lorenzen, there is the road to Gadertal Valley, which is also called the small gate to the Dolomites. In fact, an extraordinary nature and hiking paradise is within your reach. The lively centre of Bruneck can be reached in a few minutes too via the walking and cycle path along Rienz river.
From Roman times until today
The village itself has a lot to offer too. In fact, the history of St. Lorenzen goes way back. First, the Celtic Saevates settled the area, then “Mansio Sebatum” became a Roman road station. Bearing witness to this are numerous archaeological findings that rank among the most important ones in the surrounding area. Roman milestones along the road, remnants of an entire Roman settlement as well as the exciting Museum Mansio Sebatum in the centre of St. Lorenzen, invite to make a discovery tour to ancient times.
The church was built in 1732. The wall paintings were realised by Josef Renzler.
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In 1678, Michelsburg Castle has passed into private ownership.
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Sonnenburg Castle near St. Lorenzen is situated in St. Lorenzen at the entrance to Gader valley. Today, it is a well-known luxury and gourmet hotel.
Internet Consulting - Stefanie SelvaOther sights in St. Lorenzen:
- Parish church of St. Lawrence in the village centre, main altar with Madonna of grapes by Michael Pacher dating back to 1462, Egerer chapel with frescoes
- Pink Heiligkreuz church in Fronwies
- Maria Saalen pilgrimage church, built in 1653, with a unique black Madonna with child
- Michelsburg Castle on a rock in Moos, built around the year 1000, private owners today
- Sonnenburg Castle, former monastery, visible at the entrance of the village
- Hebenstreit manor and Hofrichter building in Sonnenburg
- War cemetery Klosterwald in Pflaurenz
Active holidays at the foot of Mt. Kronplatz
In St. Lorenzen and environs, there are countless leisure activities at all seasons. In summer, cosy walks down in the valley, hikes and mountain bike tours are among the classic possibilities. For instance, there is an interesting archaeological panoramic trail for the whole family at Sonnenburger Kopf; the hike to Mt. Astjoch high above St. Lorenzen rewards hikers with a unique view of Pustertal and the Pustertal cycle path directly crosses the village. In winter, the nearby skiing area of Mt. Kronplatz is the main attraction.
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In the surroundings of St. Lorenzen in Pustertal there can be discovered many things also in winter, such as idyllic walking paths or dreamlike winter hikes.
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Cycling along Pustertal cycle path at Sonnenburg Castle in St. Lorenzen
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In 1678, Michelsburg Castle has passed into private ownership.
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in Sonnenburg
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The church was built in 1732. The wall paintings were realised by Josef Renzler.
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In the middle of the town of St. Lorenzen, you can find Ansitz Wiesenegg.
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This picturesque bridge near St.Lorenzen crosses Rienz river.
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Sonnenburg Castle near St. Lorenzen is situated in St. Lorenzen at the entrance to Gader valley. Today, it is a well-known luxury and gourmet hotel.
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Selected accommodations in St. Lorenzen
WINKLER Sport & Spa Resort
In our exclusive wellness and family hotel in Stefansdorf nearby Mt. Kronplatz, you will stay in elegant rooms and suites, which bring your holidays in South Tyrol to a new level.
Ansitz Wildberg
Luxurious suites and comfortable apartments in historical premises with pool, saunas, large playground and zoo.
Hotel Martinerhof
We are a small-sized hotel with very friendly employees striving to make our guests’ holiday as unforgettable as possible. This is what we stand for.
Wirtshaushotel Alpenrose
A warm and dignified atmosphere and real friendliness: these are the ingredients for a relaxing holiday in Pustertal.