Welcome in the Wipptal in South Tyrol

Vipiteno in the holiday region Wipptal

The Alta Val d’Isarco, called Wipptal in German, includes the Sill valley, the upper part of the Valle Isarco as well as the Passo del Brennero. It is a holiday destination which radiates an absolutely unique and irresistible charm throughout the whole year. Both, on the Austrian as well as on the Italian side, this magnificent alpine valley offers its guests an appealing holiday programme, in summer as well as in winter. Here, hiking is spelled with a capital H: the several kilometres long hiking paths take you through a dreamlike landscape, past rustic mountain huts, wonderfully blooming alpine flowers and one or the other native animal that lives in the valley. Breathtaking high altitude trails and fixed rope routes with various levels of difficulty lead you up into lofty heights. Climb the impressive tors of the Dolomites and enjoy the miracles of mother nature. But, there are of course also many other ways how to explore the Alta Val d’Isarco.

Just leave your climbing boots and hiking pole at home and vault into the saddle of your mountain bike. And also sports like horseback riding, white-water rafting, golfing and hang gliding guarantee action and limitless fun. Nothing will keep you from spending an exciting holiday time!

Those who prefer the cold season, definitely get their money’s worth in this scenic holiday region. The numerous ski resorts in the valley offer everything winter vacationers could wish for: optimally-maintained ski pistes, powder snow, spectacular toboggan runs and great cross-country ski trails. Those who prefer to take a discovery tour on foot, have the possibility to make exciting snowshoe hiking tours and romantic walks through the heavily snowed-in countryside. The Alta Val d’Isarco not only stands for fun and sports, this place is also the home of art and culture. Visit one of the valley’s small but interesting museums, the picturesque chapels and churches or glance at the well-preserved frescoes from the early Romanesque period - it will pay off.