Stories from Avelengo, Verano & Merano 2000

A place lives on its stories. On events great and small that shape life and make it meaningful. Informative and inspiring, they provide an insight into the culture and traditions, way of life and people. As diverse and colourful as life itself, they tell of anecdotes and legends, prominent visitors and eye-opening encounters, noteworthy accolades and excellent products. Discover the stories that tell of life in the sunny holiday villages of Avelengo, Verano and Meran 2000, and get to know your holiday home from exciting, possibly even unimagined perspectives.

Tourismusverein Hafling-Vöran-Meran 2000 | 11/23/2023

Two generations in harmony with nature

Erika and Elisabeth are mother and daughter. Together with their family they run the Eichernhof in Vöran. A beautiful farm a little below the village, surrounded by meadows and forests. With young cattle, chickens, fruit trees, bees, an old mill and a large garden where fresh vegetables, fruits and all kinds of herbs thrive. Almost everything that is served here is grown and produced by hand.

Tourismusverein Hafling-Vöran-Meran 2000 | 11/16/2023

Six tips for non-skiers in South Tyrol

The hidden treasures of Hafling-Vöran-Meran 2000 in winter for non-skiers

Fit through the winter: five tips for your inner and outer bikini body

Tourismusverein Hafling-Vöran-Meran 2000 | 11/9/2023

Fit through the winter: five tips for your inner and outer bikini body

Bikini bodies are made in winter - and so is your health. To help you get through the winter in full strength, we've picked up a few tips from sports scientist and exercise trainer Evi. But don't worry, it doesn't take much to beat that pesky cold.

Tourismusverein Hafling-Vöran-Meran 2000 | 11/2/2023

Sauna for beginners - but not only

When the days get shorter and you feel like pulling your cap over your ears all day, it's sauna time. After a mountain hike or an extensive day of skiing, the sauna is the icing on the cake. In our latitudes in South Tyrol, saunas are most common in winter, but there is nothing to be said against using them all year round! Regularity is the only way the body can really benefit from it. However, if you are going to the sauna for the first time, there are a few things you should know in advance. With our ultimate sauna tips, nothing will stand in the way of a successful and relaxing sauna visit!

Speck: South Tyrolean bacon - how it is made

Tourismusverein Hafling-Vöran-Meran 2000 | 10/26/2023

Speck: South Tyrolean bacon - how it is made

A South Tyrolean “Marende”, afternoon snack without Speck? Impossible. But how is it actually made, the spicy, red and white delicacy that is documented in South Tyrol as early as the 18th century, and what is important in its production? Franz Innerhofer from the Obertimpfler farm in Vöran knows how to make it.

100 years of the Meran-Hafling cable car

Tourismusverein Hafling-Vöran-Meran 2000 | 10/19/2023

100 years of the Meran-Hafling cable car

Exactly 100 years ago - in October 1923 - the Meran/Obermais - Hafling/St. Kathrein cable car was put into operation. In its 61 years of operation, it has achieved more than it seems at first glance. Although there is little to remind us of the installation today, the construction of this cable car was a pioneering technical achievement. Three quarters of all cable cars in the world today still use this principle, which was first applied here by engineer Luis Zuegg. For the village of Hafling, the new, fast connection to the valley brought an economic upswing and the initial spark for tourism.

Healthy, sustainable and trendy: What's the Granola Lifestyle all about?

Tourismusverein Hafling-Vöran-Meran 2000 | 10/12/2023

Healthy, sustainable and trendy: What's the Granola Lifestyle all about?

They prefer to wear functional clothing, eat a vegetarian or vegan diet, spend their free time in nature, camping or in the bouldering hall and pay close attention to a sustainable lifestyle: we are talking about the Granola boys and girls, who have created their own identity through their lifestyle and clothing style - an identity that is true for Generation Z. Or?

4 things you must have seen in Hafling, Vöran and Meran 2000

Tourismusverein Hafling-Vöran-Meran 2000 | 10/5/2023

4 things you must have seen in Hafling, Vöran and Meran 2000

Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure in the vacation region Hafling-Vöran-Meran 2000? You have only booked a short vacation? No problem, you can do this within a three- or four-day trip!