Holidays in Dorf Tirol
Dorf Tirol near Meran attracts with many particularities: the unique beauty of the landscape all around, its cultural and historic importance and the vast range of activities and sports you can do between Mediterranean plants and mountains. The area around the villages is full of lush fruit trees and vineyards, growing optimally due to the about 300 sunny days per year.
A magical gem in South Tyrol
The holiday resort Dorf Tirol, that can also be reached with a historic chair lift, is located on a sunny panoramic hill above the city of Meran, at the foot of Mt. Mutspitze. The municipal district goes from Zenoberg, bordering Meran, to the peaks of Texel Group.
You can make a pleasant walk around Dorf Tirol and explore the idyllic vineyards, go upwards with the cableway to see the “Muthöfe” farms – some of the highest mountain farms of the region, which are still cultivated, or do a challenging tour to the summits of Texel Group. The alpine hiking area with the Sprons Lakes is connected to the village via the Hochmuth cableway. Countless promenades and thematic paths offer beautiful hiking possibilities.
Tyrol Castle - The heart of South Tyrolean history
Historically, Dorf Tirol is a very important village, as the Counts of Tyrol built their ancestral home here, which subsequently gave the whole country its name. The village has also developed from a small farming village into a major holiday destination in Meran and environs: Tourism has become an integral part of Dorf Tirol.
If you are interested in the history of this region, you should not miss a visit of Tyrol Castle with a special museum for cultural and provincial history. In addition to the permanent exhibition, various theme exhibitions are also organised from time to time. The legendary Brunnenburg Castle below Tyrol Castle is home to an agricultural museum and an Ezra Pound memorial centre, among other things.
Family holidays in Dorf Tirol
Making a stroll to the hills around Dorf Tirol, you maybe will see some known and unknown birds. No wonder, because there is Gufyland, a special care centre for ill birds and threatened species. Twice a day, there is an air show with eagles, buzzards, falcons, owls and other birds. Explore the thrilling world of these libertarian creatures!
Nature & landscape
The most popular hiking trails and MTB trails in Dorf Tirol and in Meran and environs with fantastic views and varying degrees of difficulty are
- Vellauer Felsenweg
- Hike to Mt. Mutspitze
- Sprons lakes
- Waalwege paths around Meran
- Meran high alpine route
- Tappeinerweg Trail
- MTB tour to the Passeiertal Valley
- Panoramic MTB tour through the Meran region
Culinary delicacies & events
Throughout the year, exciting events take place at various locations in Dorf Tirol. Whether apple blossom, musical Soirées at Tyrol Castle, the Schlossfestspiele, VinoCulti - Wein(ER)leben or the Tyrolean Advent in the Castle.
You can sample typical dishes and specialities from the region not only at the culinary events, but also in the local farm taverns, restaurants and hotels. South Tyrolean wine also plays a major role here. The wineries in Dorf Tirol have a long tradition and also offer exciting wine tastings.