Holidays in Schnals

As a side valley of Vinschgau, Schnals Valley goes from Naturns to northwest for about 20 km. The municipality of Schnals includes the sunny village Katharinaberg, the monastery village Karthaus, that has once evolved in the former Allerengelberg Monastery, the biggest village Unser Frau, Vernagt at the eponymous artificial lake as well as Kurzras at the foot of Schnals glacier.

Silence and authenticity characterize the sparsely settles are just as exciting contrasts: Whereas apples and grapes can be found at the beginning of the valley, Hochjochferner glacier at the end is highly alpine. The small villages and rustic farms on the slopes are worth a visit in all cases. Little windows, weathered wood, stone walls and cosy living rooms tell many stories about times long past.

Perfect for hiking, skiing & enjoying nature

For sportsmen and active holidays in Schnals there are countless possibilities: The mountains of Texel Group are a paradise for hikers and adventurous mountaineers; Schnals glacier invites going skiing and snowboarding from September until May, offering 35 well-prepared slopes, several panoramic cross-country ski trails and countless winter hiking paths.

If you are fortunate, you can see native wildlife up high in the mountains of Schnals. In Pfossental Valley, a side valley of Schnals, there are ibexes and chamois, marmots and golden eagles. Schnals in South Tyrol allows you to experience a nearly forgotten world of nature and silence.