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Natural attractions in South Tyrol

In addition to cultural attractions such as museums, churches and monasteries, South Tyrol offers countless natural beauties. You can discover the most famous attractions by making excursions in nature, by taking a walk or by practising your favourite sport.

Earth pyramids in Percha
Earth pyramids in Percha

The earth pyramids in Percha near Bruneck were formed because of a landslide several hundred years ago.

Bruneck Kronplatz Tourismus - Harald Wisthaler

South Tyrol offers a great variety of natural phenomena, which will delight you! The incredible beauty created by Mother Nature is largely important to the inhabitants and sustainably protected.

Earth pyramids, gorges & other phenomena

Some natural beauties, which you can visit during your holidays in South Tyrol, are for instance waterfalls such as those in Rein in Taufers, gorges and canyons such as the Bletterbach gorge, natural attractions such as the earth pyramids in Steinegg, on Ritten, in Percha or Terenten or the ice holes in Eppan.

Three Peaks - Dolomites
Three Peaks - Dolomites

The impressive mountains are located in the Sexten Dolomites and are a very famous photo spot.

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Peitlerkofel/Sass de Putia
Peitlerkofel/Sass de Putia

Aerial view of Peitlerkofel/Sass de Putia, in the Dolomites (2875 meter) the highest summit of the Peitlerkofel/Putia Group.

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Without any doubt, South Tyrol’s natural landscape is mainly known for the special rock formations of its mountain ridges. Ever since, the “pale” Dolomites have been fascinating not only fascinate the locales but also guests. For sure, you have already heard about the natural spectacle of alpenglow, dying the mountains in various nuances of red during dawn and dusk. These mountains are certainly one of South Tyrol's most beautiful natural sights!

All of these special occurrences, being inexplicable to us mainly in former times, have been an incentive for the creation of legends and myths, still known today. For instance, there is the legend of King Laurin, whose rose garden gave the name to the homonymous mountain.

Exporing South Tyrol: The most beautiful places

Seiser Alm
Seiser Alm

View of Mt.Langkofel and Mt. Plattkofel

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Lake Prags
Lake Prags

The picturesque Lake Prags is a famous attraction for travellers during all seasons.

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The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle
The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle

From spring until autumn, the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle are a colourful paradise with plants from all over the world.

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View of Lake Kaltern
View of Lake Kaltern

The 1.8 km long Lake Kaltern is located in Überetsch between Tramin and Kaltern on the wine route.

Tourismusverein Kaltern - Helmuth Rier
Three peaks (Drei Zinnen) - Dolomites
Three peaks (Drei Zinnen) - Dolomites

Three peaks and Paternkofel

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Reschen
Reschen

Lake Reschen in autumn

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GEOPARC Bletterbach in Aldein/Aldino
GEOPARC Bletterbach in Aldein/Aldino

GEOPARC Bletterbach in Aldein/Aldino

GEOPARC Bletterbach
Earth pyramids in Percha
Earth pyramids in Percha

The earth pyramids in Percha near Bruneck were formed because of a landslide several hundred years ago.

Bruneck Kronplatz Tourismus - Harald Wisthaler
Apple blossom in Brixen
Apple blossom in Brixen

In spring, the numerous apple trees in the surroundings of Brixen are flowering and offer a wonderful nature spectacle.

Brixen Tourismus Genossenschaft - AlexFilz
Old larches
Old larches

more than 2000 years old

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Nature in South Tyrol offers a variety of nature wonders – in summer as well as in winter. Start your personal discovery tour and look forward to an adventurous holiday at any season.

Here are our top 10 sights in South Tyrol in the great outdoors:

  1. Lake Prags
  2. Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle
  3. Seiser Alm
  4. Three Peaks
  5. Lake Reschen
  6. Lake Kaltern
  7. Bletterbach Gorge
  8. Earth pyramids
  9. Apple blossom
  10. Ultner Urlärchen

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Partschins/Parcines Waterfall
Partschins/Parcines Waterfall

The waterfall (97 m high) is a wonderfule spectale of nature and is always worth a visit.

Tourismusverein Partschins, Rabland und Töll - Helmuth Rier
Terenten
Terenten

The earth pyramids in Terenten

Tourismusverein Terenten
Langkofel & Langkofel hut
Langkofel & Langkofel hut

Picturesque Dolomites in Gröden

DOLOMITES Val Gardena / Gröden
Stone cairns
Stone cairns

The legendary stone cairns are a famous destination for excursions and can be reached from Sarntal or Jenesien.

Tourismusverein Sarntal - R. Lamprecht
GEOPARC Bletterbach in Aldein/Aldino
GEOPARC Bletterbach in Aldein/Aldino

GEOPARC Bletterbach in Aldein/Aldino

GEOPARC Bletterbach

Natural attractions

Selected accommodations in South Tyrol

Hotel Alpen Tesitin Panorama Wellness Resort - Welsberg-Taisten at Mt. Kronplatz
Top Hotel

Hotel Alpen Tesitin Panorama Wellness Resort

Welsberg-Taisten at Mt. Kronplatz
4.9 Excellent

South Tyrolean friendliness, modern feel-good ambience, magnificent view of the Dolomites, outdoor sun infinity pool with wow effect and 180° dream panorama.

from 199 € per day
DAS MAJESTIC – HOTEL & SPA - Reischach at Mt. Kronplatz
Top Hotel

DAS MAJESTIC – HOTEL & SPA

Reischach at Mt. Kronplatz
4.8 Excellent

Exclusive wellness hotel in a dreamlike position, with excellent cuisine & rich activity offer in the Kronplatz Dolomites Region!

from 145 € per day
AMONTI & LUNARIS Wellnessresort - Steinhaus in Tauferer Ahrntal
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Top Hotel

AMONTI & LUNARIS Wellnessresort

Steinhaus in Tauferer Ahrntal
4.7 Excellent

Your NEW AMONTI & LUNARIS WELLNESSRESORT in the Aurina valley with 6.000m² spa area and large Sky Garden.

from 203 € per day
Garden Park Hotel - Prad am Stilfserjoch in Vinschgau
Top Hotel

Garden Park Hotel

Prad am Stilfserjoch in Vinschgau
4.9 Excellent

An oasis of tranquillity, surrounded by a well-tended garden and park, with fine cuisine, an extensive wellness area & varied activities.

from 117 € per day
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