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The Venosta Valley cultural region in videos and images

The Venosta Valley reaches from the Resia Pass with its famous church tower in the lake and along the Roman Via Claudia Augusta down to the spa town of Merano/Meran. Past ancient and Romanesque sites, churches, castles and monasteries, surrounded by the high mountain chains of the Sesvenna group as well as the Ötztal and Ortler Alps around the Stelvio National Park and the Texelgruppe Nature Park. There are numerous reasons to visit our cultural region!

Local history and culture in Venosta Valley

The cultural region of Venosta Valley in South Tyrol is characterized by its lively customs, traditions and also sense of innovation; from the Romanesque “Stairways to Heaven” project through all periods of art up to contemporary architecture, art, theater and music.

Enjoy food and Wine in the Venosta Valley

Experience the many local specialties of the Venosta Valley in South Tyrol, the valley where natural agriculture and a sense for genuinely good food go together.

Cycling in Venosta Valley

With the period from March to late November offering ideal conditions for bike trips and excursions, the Vinschgau valley boasts the longest bike season in the Alpine region. Dedicated bike points also provide specialised cycling services, including bike shuttles across the entire valley, guided tours and professional advice. The Vinschgau also features a wonderfully effective bike hire network, with combined tickets enabling visitors to use public transport, hike bikes and even return them to different locations at no extra charge. And of course, dedicated bike hotels provide ideal accommodation for cycling enthusiasts.

Tradition and lively customs in the Venosta Valley

Tradition is writ large across the Vinschgau valley, from the vivid and varied to the downright peculiar. For example, Zusslrennen is an ancient custom held in Prad/Prato on Fat Thursday. This sees a masked figure make its way through the village, pursued by farmers and others who make copious amounts of noise in an attempt to waken the grain from its hibernation. In contrast, the Klosn parade in Stilfs/Stelvio is celebrated during Advent with a flurry of colourful costumes and hand-crafted masks.

Experience local cultures and customs with the entire family in the Venosta Valley in South Tyrol

With its numerous castles and fortresses, medieval monasteries and ancient city walls, the area surrounding the Venosta Valley is known as a popular family holiday destination with a rich local history and culture. Together with its famous cuisine - this region in South Tyrol is just waiting to be discovered.

By Train to the Venosta Valley

With the Vinschgau Train you can discover the hiking and biking paradise Vinschgau in a comfortable and sustainable way.

Cultural Impressions from the Venosta Valley

The Church Tower in the Lake, Marienberg Abbey, Palabirne, Kastelbell Castle, the Venosta Valley Railway and the Stelvio Pass panorama road: experience the cultural offerings of the Venosta Valley region from its best side.

Mountain biking in Venosta Valley

Family Holidays in the Venosta Valley

Pristine nature, with a wide range of leisure activities from which to choose: this is what makes the Vinschgau Valley in South Tyrol such an ideal family holiday destination. Magnificent hikes and walks along the canals, mostly accessible on child strollers, wind their way through the forests and pastures, passing old fortresses and ancient castles. Along the way, a number of swimming pools are to be found where hikers can cool down in the summer heat. In the Vinschgau Valley, there is also a wide choice of outdoor activities such as rock climbing, visiting open-air museums, a 3D archery range as well as a playground.

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