The cycle path of the Val Venosta
A sunken city, a journey back in time to the Middle Ages and world-famous white gold: Vinschgau Valley has more to offer than it might at first seem.
The cycle path of the Val Venosta

The cycle path of the Val Venosta

A sunken city, a journey back in time to the Middle Ages and world-famous white gold: there is a lot to discover on this cycling trail

The starting point of the Cycle Path of the Venosta Valley is Curon at the Lake Resia at over 1,500 m above sea level. From here, the cycle path runs for around 80 kilometres, mainly along the Adige River, slightly downhill to the spa town of Merano.

The submerged steeple in Resia Lake
Lake Resia, with its church tower rising gracefully from the lake, is already the first highlight along the route. The striking church tower tells a very special story: the famous postcard motif of the Venosta Valley is the visible remnant of the village of Alt-Graun. In 1950 a reservoir was created to generate electricity, Curon and parts of Resia were flooded for this purpose. The picture of the church tower in the turquoise blue water reminds us of the sunken city on our way downhill to San Valentino alla Muta.
The church tower of Resia

Break in the smallest city in the Southern Alps

With a view of the mighty Ortler massif we pass the Haider Lake and the villages of Malles, Burgusio and Laudes and arrive in medieval Glorenza. With just under 900 inhabitants, it is the smallest town in South Tyrol and is still completely surrounded by a ring wall.
A visit to Glorenza is like a journey through time. Here everything is just as it once was. Massive city walls, defence towers, magnificent town houses and picturesque alleys wherever you look. Situated directly on the Via Claudia Augusta, Glorenza was once a flourishing hub for trade. During the Battle of Calven in 1499 the town was plundered and completely destroyed. The curtain wall, on the other hand, which was erected during the reconstruction of Glorenza in 1580, is still completely preserved - as are many other things. A stroll through this fascinating town makes it clear that hectic life is a foreign word here. Relaxed, we swing ourselves onto the saddle and leave Glurns behind us on the cycle path.
The medieval town of Glorenza

The marble village Lasa

The route continues through the upper Venosta Valley, past Spondigna and Prato on the Stelvio Pass to Lasa, which is famous for its marble - here even the pavements are paved with the white gold. From the cycle path we can see the inclined railway that transports the white gold down into the valley. In huge blocks it is transported from here to big cities like Vienna, London and even New York. The Lasa marble is not only known in Europe but even overseas. The Pallas Athene Fountain in Vienna, the Queen Victoria Monument in London or the underground station Ground Zero in New York: Lasa marble adorns them all.
Lasa with its Lasa marble

From Coldrano via Naturno to the spa town of Merano

Via a small descent our tour leads us further to Silandro and Coldrano. Here the idyllic lake invites us to take a break. We continue via Laces, the apple orchards on the left and right of us become more and more extensive, and the vines spread out on the slopes. On the barren Montesole (=sunny mountain), near Castelbello, the castle of the same name is set in the panorama, and just before Naturno there is Juval Castle, summer residence of the famous South Tyrolean mountaineer Reinhold Messner.
Via Naturno with the small Prokulus Church, Plaus with its famous Dance of Death and Rablà we continue to Tell, where we cross the state road and follow the cycle path. On the way to Lagundo we pass the Trauttmansdorff throne chairs, two oversized wooden chairs with a magnificent view of the Burgraviato and further on to the end point, the spa town of Merano, where Empress Sissi once visited.
Juval castle and the church of San Procolo in Naturno

Facts of the Venosta cycle path

Start: Curon at the Lake Resia
    accessible with the Vinschgau Railway / Bikeshuttle from Naturns
Destination: Spa town Merano
              return by bike / Vinschgau Railway / Bikeshuttle to Naturno
Length: approx. 80 km 
Difference in altitude: approx. 1,250 hm (downhill) / approx. 100 hm (uphill) 
Route characteristics: Largely asphalted cycle path, but partly also field and forest paths (gravel), with few cars or tractors 
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🌿The irrigation channels around Naturns – Hikes full of history and views!☀️

If you love South Tyrol, you'll truly appreciate the irrgiation channels around Naturns!🥰
These historic irrigation channels lead you through apple orchards, chestnut forests, and alongside gently flowing streams – once built to water the fields, now a paradise for hikers.

👣 Our recommendation:
Whether it's the irrgiation channel of Tschars or the popular irrigation channel of Staben – they all offer easy walking, stunning views over the Vinschgau Valley, and plenty of natural beauty to enjoy.

👉 Have you ever walked along a irrigation channel? Share your favorite one with us in the comments!❤

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𝙐𝙣𝙨𝙚𝙧 𝙝𝙚𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙜𝙚𝙧 𝙍𝙚𝙯𝙚𝙥𝙩𝙩𝙞𝙥𝙥:
🍎Südtiroler Apfelstrudel🍎

👩‍🍳 Zubereitung
Teig zubereiten:
Butter, Zucker, Zitronenschale und Vanillezucker cremig rühren. Ei und Milch unterrühren. Mehl, Backpulver, Zimt und Salz hinzufügen. Zu einem glatten Teig verkneten und 30 Minuten kühl stellen.

Füllung vorbereiten:
Äpfel schälen, entkernen und in dünne Scheiben schneiden. Mit Zucker, in Butter angerösteten Semmelbröseln, Rosinen, Pinienkernen, Rum, Vanillezucker und Zitronenschale vermengen.

Strudel formen:
Den Teig rechteckig ausrollen (ca. 40 × 20 cm) und auf ein gefettetes Backblech legen. Die Apfelfüllung in der Mitte verteilen, die Seiten einklappen und den Strudel aufrollen. Mit verquirltem Ei bestreichen.

Backen:
Im vorgeheizten Ofen bei 180 °C etwa 35 Minuten goldbraun backen. Etwas abkühlen lassen und vor dem Servieren mit Puderzucker bestäuben.

📝 Zutaten
Für den Teig:
125 g Butter
125 g Puderzucker oder Kristallzucker
1 Prise abgeriebene Zitronenschale
½ Päckchen Vanillezucker
1 EL Milch
1 Ei
250 g Weizenmehl (Type 405)
1 TL Backpulver
½ TL Zimt
1 Prise Salz

Für die Füllung:
600 g Südtiroler Äpfel (z. B. Golden Delicious)
50 g Zucker
50 g Semmelbrösel, in etwas Butter geröstet
40 g Rosinen
20 g Pinienkerne
2 EL Rum
1 Päckchen Vanillezucker
1 Prise abgeriebene Zitronenschale

Außerdem:
1 Ei (zum Bestreichen)
Puderzucker (zum Bestäuben)
Butter (zum Einfetten des Blechs)

Lasst es euch schmecken!😋

📸: IDM Südtirol_Marion Lafogler

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🍎 Il nostro consiglio culinario di oggi:
Strudel di mele dell'Alto Adige 🍎

👩‍🍳 Preparazione
Preparare l’impasto:
Lavorare il burro, lo zucchero, la scorza di limone e lo zucchero vanigliato fino a ottenere una crema. Aggiungere l’uovo e il latte. Incorporare la farina, il lievito, la cannella e un pizzico di sale. Impastare fino a ottenere un composto liscio e far riposare in frigorifero per 30 minuti.

Preparare il ripieno:
Sbucciare le mele, togliere il torsolo e tagliarle a fettine sottili. Mescolare con zucchero, pangrattato tostato nel burro, uvetta, pinoli, rum, zucchero vanigliato e scorza di limone grattugiata.

Formare lo strudel:
Stendere l’impasto in un rettangolo (ca. 40 × 20 cm) e disporlo su una teglia imburrata. Distribuire il ripieno al centro, ripiegare i lati e arrotolare lo strudel. Spennellare con l’uovo sbattuto.

Cottura:
Cuocere in forno preriscaldato a 180 °C per circa 35 minuti, fino a doratura. Lasciar raffreddare leggermente e spolverare con zucchero a velo prima di servire.

📝 Ingredienti
Per l’impasto:
125 g di burro
125 g di zucchero a velo o zucchero semolato
1 pizzico di scorza di limone grattugiata
½ bustina di zucchero vanigliato
1 cucchiaio di latte
1 uovo
250 g di farina di frumento (tipo 00)
1 cucchiaino di lievito in polvere
½ cucchiaino di cannella in polvere
1 pizzico di sale

Per il ripieno:
600 g di mele altoatesine (es. Golden Delicious)
50 g di zucchero
50 g di pangrattato, tostato in un po’ di burro
40 g di uvetta
20 g di pinoli
2 cucchiai di rum
1 bustina di zucchero vanigliato
1 pizzico di scorza di limone grattugiata

Inoltre:
1 uovo (per spennellare)
Zucchero a velo (per spolverare)
Burro (per imburrare la teglia)

Buon appetito! 😋

📸: IDM Südtirol_Marion Lafogler

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💦How about a Saturday at the Erlebnistherme Naturns?🧖‍♀️

Whether you want to relax in the sauna, splash around with the kids, or simply unwind – the Erlebnistherme Naturns has something for everyone! ☀️🌿

🏊‍♂️ Indoor & outdoor pools
🧒 Kids' area with slides & water fun
🔥 Saunaarea
🛋️ Relaxation zones with mountain views

Perfect for a mini getaway – right on your doorstep! 😍
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👉Naturparkhaus Texelgruppe - Sommerprogramm für Kinder im Juli und August!❤

📞Anmeldung im Tourismusbüro Naturns (+39 0473 666077 I info@naturns.it) oder direkt im Naturparkhaus Texelgruppe (+39 0473 668201 I info.tg@provinz.bz.it)

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👉 Centro Visite del Parco Naturale Gruppo di Tessa – Programma estivo per bambini a luglio e agosto!❤

📞Iscrizione presso l’Ufficio Turistico di Naturno (+39 0473 666077 | info@naturns.it) oppure direttamente al Centro Visite del Parco Naturale Gruppo di Tessa (+39 0473 668201 | info.tg@provinz.bz.it)

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👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✨ Hiking with the family in Naturns🌲

Discover nature together, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and create unforgettable memories – Naturns is the perfect destination for family hikes! 💚Whether you're looking for stroller-friendly trails, exciting themed paths, or a hearty snack at a mountain hut – there's something for everyone, big and small.

➡️ Find more family hiking tips on our website (www.naturns.it) or visit us at the Naturns Tourist Office – we look forward to seeing you!❤

📸: Naturno Tourist Association_Fotostudio2000

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