Active and fit in Verdinserhof

Here are just some of the fun and relaxing activities Verdinserhof organises for you! Tab

Hiking

Hiking in South Tyrol is pure pleasure - a beautiful mountain landscape with an extraordinary panoramic view. The incredible location of Verdinser Hof is the ideal starting point for unforgettable hikes of the surrounding mountains. The Hirzer and Ifinger peaks await climbers, while the Untermaiserwaal is a paradise for hikers and for those who just want an enjoyable walk with awe-inspiring views– and these are just a few of the hiking opportunities. Marvel at the awesome panoramas, while rustic alpine huts invite you to stop and gather your strength or try a “piece of South Tyrol”. A small hiking tip from Goethe seems appropriate here:”Only where you have been on foot, you have really been.”

1-2 guided hikes a week

We will gladly accompany you on your journey in the beautiful mountains of South Tyrol. To show you the most beautiful routes, we organize guided excursions 1-2 times a week, organised in association with the Scena Tourist Association.

Our hiking tip: The Alps near Hirzer

Take the Verdins-Tall cable car to Oberkirn, and from there take the chairlift to the Grube mountain inn. From there you can reach the Staffelhütte in about 20 minutes, slightly uphill. The beautiful and almost flat circular path to Gasthof Klammeben begins here. From there to Hirzerhütte and Resseggeralm and on to Mahdalm via Hintereggeralm, and from there, slightly descending to Gampenalm where an almost flat forest path takes you back to Gasthof Grube.

All the hikes of the Hirzer program are well marked and allow you to enjoy unforgettable experiences in an environment of extraordinary beauty.

You can find more hiking tips from Verdins-Tall cable car here: www.verdins.it/en

Biking

BIKING IN MERANO: BICYCLE PASS AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL

If you are fond of mountain bikes or road bikes, the town of Merano offers a wide variety of trails. You can bike along the apple orchards in bloom, through wide meadows and then return to relax in a cosy retreat. Unforgettable outdoors experiences are always guaranteed. The Hirzer or Taser cable cars, or the Merano 2000 car can take cyclists up effortlessly so they can tackle their bike ride with plenty of energy. Even motorcyclists have a wide choice for their tours. The Etschtaler bike path, the Timmelsjoch, Passo delle Palade, the legendary Stelvio Pass or Jaufenn Pass are truly "musts" for biking fans. A breathtaking view of the magnificent mountain scenery will accompany you in all your tours and will reward your effort. To regenerate and to recover the energy spent during your tour, you can relax at the wellness centre of Verdinser Hof and be ready to face new challenging trails.

We would be happy to provide you with our mountain bikes free of charge for your holiday in Merano. Since this year we have also some e-mountain bikes for rent - you can get this at the reception for a fee of € 20, - per mountain bike. Half day the rent is € 15, -.

Our employees on reception are happy to offer further tips and information at any time.

OUR BIKE TIPS FOR YOU:

Schenna – Merano 2000

Directions: Schenna – Hafling (by car) – Hinterdorf – Maso Leadner – Malga Vöraner – Long-distance hiking path – Meran 2000 – Falzeben – Avelengo

Park your car in Hafling under the church and take the small and, initially, convenient access road that passes behind the village, you will come to the inn Brunner, several farms and Maso Leadner. The forest road will take you to Hills Vöraner and then following the "Auenjoch", you will reach the path "EuropäischerFernwanderweg". You can follow the long distance trail and take a look over the Sarentino Valley. The tour continues north along wide pastures, until you reach "Kreuzjöchl" and Merano 2000. Shortly after the "MeranerHütte" shelter keep left and pass the "Rotwandhütte" and "Zuegghütte" shelters towards Falzeben and then return to Avelengo.

More details: https://www.merano-suedtirol.it/en/scena.html

Schenna – Hafling

Directions: Scena - Avelengo (by car) - Hintersdorf - Maso Leadner - Malga Vöraner - Maso Wurzer - Avelengo

Go through the tunnel under the church and park your car. Continue on the road that passes in front of the Brunner inn and a few courtyards, initially the road is flat but the last part will ascend towards Maso Leadner. Here cross the forest road, head to the woods and reach the magnificent Malga Vöraner. After a short break, during which you can enjoy a wonderful view of the surrounding mountains, the tour continues on path N° 2 towards Malga Wurzer. The forest road takes you back to Avelengo.

More details: https://www.merano-suedtirol.it/en/scena.html

Schenna – Fragsburg

Directions: Schenna – Schloss Goyen – Schloss Labers – Fragsburg – Greiterhof – retour

At the entrance to Schenna, turn off the Goyenweg, which takes you through the orchards to Goyan Castle. Before going down again, cross a small grove, the so-called Himmelreich. After a short descent past Gasthof Kiendl now cross the road to Hafling and pass below Einsiedler before reaching a wooden bridge. Take the forest path to Labers Castle. Turn left there into the “Idaweg”. This brings you to the Laberser Strasse. This takes you to Fragsburg and is part leisurely, part uphill. To reach your destination you now go uphill to the Unter and Oberweiher, until we finally reach the Greiterhof at almost 1000m.

GOLF IN MERANO AND SOUTH TYROL

For golf fans, a round or two in South Tyrol are a "must" and an unforgettable experience. All with spectacular views of the natural landscape. Courses are available from 9 to 18 holes. Go on a golf safari in South Tyrol or challenge yourself on golf courses built on different altitudes and enjoy unique moments dedicated to this great sport.

Tee off with views
Golf in South Tyrol from March to December

The best golf courses are easily accessible:

Golf Club Lana (9 km, 9 holes)
Golf Club Passeier-Merano (13 km, 18 holes)
Golf Course Eppan - Neu ab Sommer 2015!! (28 km, 9 holes)
Golf Club Petersberg (50 km, 18 holes)
Golf Club Kastelruth (50 km, 18 holes)
Golf Club Carezza (55 km, 9 holes)

In Trentino:

Dolomiti Golf Club Sarnonico (45 km, 18 holes)

ENJOY NATURE AND COMBINE IT WITH AN ADVENTURE!

Tandem flights with the oldest team Ifinger in Merano, since 1995 with active World Cup pilots. Hirzer tandem flight: https://tandemclub.it/en/

Rafting

Whether power rafting, canyoning, wild river tubing or quad adventure, for beginners or advanced - the diversity of the mountain rivers in South Tyrol offers rafting trips in all levels of difficulty: https://www.acquaterra.it/en/

Adventure park

The LARGEST-SAFE-HIGH-Ropes Course in South Tyrol with over 212 elements on 24 courses: https://www.abenteuerpark.it/kaltern/en/