Holidays in Riffian-Kuens/ Rifiano-Caines
Historic buildings and excellent walks in Riffian-Kuens/ Rifiano-Caines

Holidays in Riffian-Kuens/ Rifiano-Caines

Historic buildings and excellent walks in Riffian-Kuens/ Rifiano-Caines

The Riffian-Kuens/ Rifiano-Caines holiday areas are located near the spa town of Meran/Merano (five km), and close to the Hirzer hiking area and the Texelgruppe Nature Park with the Meran High Mountain Trail. Nestled between fruit meadows and vineyards, the villages have retained its traditional character.

Riffian (504m a.s.l.)
As a place of pilgrimage, many priceless cultural artifacts can be found in Riffian. The Pietà in the parish church from 1415 and the baptismal font (ca. 1380) are of great interest. In the cemetery chapel, there are original Gothic frescoes dating back to the year 1415.

Kuens (592m a.s.l.)
In Kuens, near Meran, visitors can see the famous earth pyramids of the Passeiertal Valley and the Tractor Museum of Kuens.
Hiking tips in Riffian-Kuens/Rifiano-Caines
Hiking, all hiking routes, Waalwege Trails, Themed Trails
Riffianer Waalweg Trail
Waalwege are paths along the ancient irrigation channels. Ascend to the canal trail via the Kirchweg or Rösslweg streets. After approx. 300 m the ...
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Hiking, all hiking routes, Path suitable for baby carriages, Winter hikes
From Riffian/Rifiano to the Merano Spa Promenade
In winter some sections of the route may be covered in snow or ice. Taking the path below the local Tourist Office, proceed along the Passer river as ...
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Hiking, all hiking routes, Waalwege Trails, Themed Trails
Kuenser Waalweg Trail
Waalwege are paths along the ancient irrigation channels. From the Ungericht Hof farm (Neolithic engraved stone), follow the road for approx. 10 ...
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Hiking, all hiking routes
The Hike to the Obisellsee Lake
This hike leads through some fascinating, isolated Alpine terrain at unusually low altitude down in the valley. This is for those interested in ...
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Hiking, all hiking routes, Themed Trails
Path of Contemplation (Besinnungsweg) in Riffian/Rifiano
From the parking lot in Kuens/Caines proceed along the Hochübel road taking the Riffianer Waalweg trail before arriving at the Sanctuary of the ...
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