Welcome to South Tyrol

As already promised, I wrote this article about my home country South Tyrol.
South Tyrol is the northernmost region of Italy and is known for its unique environment and nature.

South Tyrol is particularly popular with tourists, as we can admire a unique environment and nature. In addition, enthusiastic athletes enjoy the extensive range of sporting activities.

Barbian - Ausblick auf das Schlerngebirge - Photo © by Wolfgang Gafriller

Nature and environment

The Dolomites - UNESCO World Heritage

In 2009, the Dolomites were included in the Unesco World Heritage Site. Among the most famous peaks of the Dolomites include the Tre Cime, the Latemar, the Odle and the Sella Massif.
The Dolomites and the calming nature draw every year millions of tourists to South Tyrol.

Dolomites - Photo by Julius_Silver

Tre Cime

The Tre Cime Dolomite towers are located in Alta Pusteria and are known as the symbol of the Dolomites. Every year, they attract enthusiastic hikers, climbers and friends of ski tours.

Tre Cime Photo by hschmider

The Latemar

With the right conditions, the Latemar is reflected in the Karersee. Definitely worth a look.

The reflection of the Latemar massif in the Lago di Carezza - Photo by Pietro De Grandi

The Geisler

The nature park Puez Geisler extends over several places in South Tyrol on a surface of approx. 10.722 ha. It's a popular area for hikers.

Der Geisler - Photo by wsanter

The Sella group

Die Sellagruppe - Photo by cocoparisienne

The Schlern/Sciliar

My personal favorite among the Dolomites is the Schlern. The Schlern belongs to the Schlern-Rosengarten Nature Park and immediately stands out with its sophisticated shape. As with all mountains of the Dolomites, there are also a large number of wonderful hiking trails to switch off from the stressful work routine.

Barbiano - View on the Schlern Mountain - Photo © by Wolfgang Gafriller

Lakes

The offer of lakes in South Tyrol is great. Whether swimming, sailing, kiting and boating, there should be something for everyone. Some lakes stand out for their crystal-clear water and invite you to spend a relaxing day at the water.

The environmental organization Legambiente has awarded in 2017 some lakes with the highest seal for water quality.

List of lakes in South Tyrol

Pragser Wildsee - Fanes-Sennes-Prags Nature Park

The Pragser Wildsee is one of the most famous lakes in South Tyrol. It stands out for its shimmering blue color and attracts thousands of photographers and tourists every year.

Pragser Wildsee - Photo © by Dmitry Sovyak

Reschensee

The Reschensee is not a natural lake. This was artificially dammed several decades ago and devoured the former village of Graun. For this reason, still rises the church tower from the lake.

That's right, we did not build the church in the lake;)

This lake is a hotspot for kite surfers and has an extensive range of kite schools.

Reschensee - Photo © by strekosa

Summer

The numerous hiking trails in South Tyrol invite you to leisurely walks with breaks on the numerous mountain inns. There you can enjoy the tranquility of nature to a "Marende"(picture below) and a cold beer extensively.
The ideal place to take a break from the hectic city life.

Here you will find specific information on individual hikes

Seiser Alm - Photo © by Ales Krivec

Winter

In winter, the large selection of ski resorts attracts many winter sports enthusiasts into the country. Whether snowshoeing, skiing and snowboarding. There is something for everybody. Many spend the day on the slopes and in the evening enjoy the many wellness offers in selected hotels and accommodations.

Further information on snowshoe hiking

Here is a small selection of ski resorts:

Kronplatz
Ski resort Val Gardena
Ski area Alpe di Siusi
There are 23 more ski resorts - Complete list

Ski resort Val Gardena/Gröden - Photo © by Jacek Dylag

The traditional South Tyrolean cuisine

All Foodies I can recommend a trip to South Tyrol. The South Tyrolean cuisine mixes Italian and traditional Tyrolean cuisine. Dishes like knödel(dumplings), schlutzer(schlutzkrapfen), tirteln, grapes and bacon may not be missing on the traditional South Tyrolean kitchen table.

South Tyrolean "Marende" - Photo © by Gellinger

Goulash knödel(dumplings) - Photo © by RitaE

Strauben - Photo © by TheUjulala

More delicious dishes with the corresponding recipes can be found here: 117 South Tyrolean recipes

Törggelen

Every year in autumn, the Törggele season begins in South Tyrol. Here you sit with beloved people in a cozy Tyrolean room and let yourself be pampered by the hosts with delicious Törggele dishes and South Tyrolean wine.

This custom has always been very popular and belongs to the South Tyrolean tradition.

Törggelestube Reatlhof - Photos © by Wolfgang Gafriller

New York Times - 52 Places to Go 2018

The New York Times has given South Tyrol 50th place 52 Places to Go
The article by the NYT describes South Tyrol as a wellness oasis

Further information

If you need more information or insider information you can write it in the comments;)
Official South Tyrol website
A big thanks to Wolfgang Gafriller for the images released by him
New York Times - 52 Places to Go

Herzlich Willkommen in Südtirol

Wie bereits versprochen habe ich diesen Artikel über mein Heimatland Südtirol verfasst.
Südtirol ist die nördlichste Region Italiens und ist bekannt für seine einzigartige Umgebung und Natur.

Südtirol ist bei Touristen besonders beliebt, da man bei uns eine einzigartige Umgebung und Natur bewundern kann. Zusätzlich dazu erfreuen sich begeisterte Sportler an dem umfangreichen Angebot an sportlichen Aktivitäten.

Barbian - Ausblick auf das Schlerngebirge - Photo © by Wolfgang Gafriller

Natur und Umgebung

Die Dolomiten - UNESCO-Welterbe

2009 wurden die Dolomiten in das Unesco Weltkulturerbe aufgenommen. Zu den bekanntesten Gipfeln der Dolomiten gehören unter anderem die Drei Zinnen, der Latemar, die Geisler und die Sellagruppe.
Die Dolomiten und die beruhigende Natur zieht jedes Jahr Millionen von Touristen nach Südtirol.

Dolomites - Photo by Julius_Silver

Die Drei Zinnen

Die drei Zinnen befinden sich im Hochpustertal und sind als das Wahzeichen der Dolomiten bekannt. Sie ziehen jedes Jahr begeisterte Wanderer, Kletterer und Freunde von Skitouren an.

Drei Zinnen - Links: Kleine Zinne - Mitte: Große Zinne - Rechts: Westliche Zinne
Photo by hschmider

Der Latemar

Bei den richtigen Bedingungen spiegelt sich der Latemar im Karersee. Auf jeden Fall einen Blick wert.

Karersee mit Blick auf den Latemar - Photo by Pietro De Grandi

Die Geisler

Der Naturpark Puez Geisler erstreckt sich über mehrere Orte in Südtirol auf einer Fläche von ca. 10.722 ha. Bei Wanderern ist er aufgrund seiner Flora und den traumhaften Wanderwegen ein beliebtes Gebiet.

Der Geisler - Photo by wsanter

Die Sellagruppe

Die Sellagruppe - Photo by cocoparisienne

Der Schlern

Mein persönlicher Favorit unter den Gebirgen der Dolomiten ist der Schlern. Der Schlern gehört zum Naturpark Schlern-Rosengarten und sticht durch seiner ausgefeilten Form sofort ins Auge. Wie bei allen Gebirgen der Dolomiten gibt es hier auch eine große Anzahl an traumhaften Wanderwegen um vom stressigen Arbeitsalltag abzuschalten.

Barbian - Ausblick auf das Schlerngebirge - Photo © by Wolfgang Gafriller

Seen

Das Angebot an Seen in Südtirol ist groß. Ob Schwimmen, Segeln, Kiten, und Boot fahren, es sollte für jeden was dabei sein. Einige Seen stechen durch ihr Kristallklares Wasser hervor und laden zu einen entspannten Tag am Wasser ein.

Die Umweltorganisation Legambiente hat 2017 einige Seen mit dem höchsten Siegel für die Wasserqualität, ausgezeichnet.

Liste der Seen in Südtirol

Pragser Wildsee - Naturpark Fanes-Sennes-Prags

Der Pragser Wildsee gehört zu den bekanntesten Seen in Südtirol. Er sticht durch seiner blau schimmernden Farbe hervor und lockt jährlich Tausende Fotografen und Touristen an, die (sich) ein Bild davon machen wollen.

Dieser See sieht richtig geil aus. Er hat schon fast etwas magisches an sich.

Pragser Wildsee - Photo © by Dmitry Sovyak