The Passeiertal Valley

🔥✨ You can feel the tradition – glowing all the way to the mountain peaks!
On June 29, the Sacred Heart Fires will once again light up the mountains across South Tyrol. More than just a tradition – they stand for love of freedom, deep faith, and strong community spirit.

The custom dates back to 1796, during the Napoleonic Wars, when Tyrolean leaders vowed to entrust the land to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. In 1809, Andreas Hofer renewed the vow before the Battle of Bergisel. Since then, the fires have burned every year as a sign of unity.

Today, locals carefully prepare fire displays in the shape of crosses, hearts, or the Tyrolean eagle – a powerful symbol that shines far and wide. 🏞️❤️‍🔥

#passeiertal #sacredheartfire #tradition

👉 More about the tradition on heimat-passeier.it

📸 Benjamin Pfitscher | Thomas Tribus

✨ Tasteful hiking in South Tyrol
Our alpine huts in the Passeiertal Valley are not just scenic gems – they’re also true culinary highlights. Kaiserschmarrn under the open sky, surrounded by blooming meadows and majestic peaks – that’s South Tyrol at its tastiest.

No vacation yet and no Kaiserschmarrn on the mountain? No worries – we’ve got the recipe for you! 🥞

🥞 South Tyrolean Kaiserschmarrn – serves 2
Ingredients:
- 3 eggs (size M)
- 125 ml milk
- 70 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 tbsp raisins (optional)
- 1 tbsp butter (for frying)
- Powdered sugar for dusting

Perfect sides: stewed plums, apple sauce or lingonberries 😋

👩‍🍳 Preparation:
1. Separate the eggs. Beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff.
2. In another bowl, mix yolks, milk, flour, sugar and vanilla sugar until smooth.
3. Gently fold in the egg whites; add raisins if desired.
4. Heat butter in a large pan, pour in the batter.
5. Cook on medium heat until golden brown on the bottom, then cut into quarters and flip.
6. Fry briefly again, then tear into bite-sized pieces with two forks.
7. Toss lightly in the pan, serve and dust with powdered sugar.

📸 Benjamin Pfitscher

The Magic Trail in Riffian ✨🌲
A magical forest adventure for kids and adults alike – perfect for families! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Discover a circular trail full of imagination, nature, and hands-on fun. From giant wands to a witches’ village – every stop sparks creativity and curiosity.

📍 Start: Hochübelweg parking lot, Kuens
🚌 Bus: Line 240 to Kuens
🌟 Don’t miss: the Wishing Wheel, Forest Labyrinth, Giant Magic Wand, Witch Village & Kids' Workshop

A wonderful day out in nature with a sprinkle of enchantment for the whole family.

Grazing animals & hiking trails: 5 tips for sharing the outdoors safely 🐄🥾

Hiking through alpine pastures often means crossing paths with cows, sheep, or other grazing animals. To keep things safe and respectful for everyone involved – humans and animals alike – follow these simple tips:

✅ Stay on marked paths – Avoid wandering across meadows.
✅ Keep your distance – Don’t pet or feed animals.
✅ Stay calm – Sudden moves can startle them.
✅ Avoid young animals – Don’t come between a mother and her calf.
✅ Leash your dog – Animals may feel threatened by dogs.

Respect nature and you’ll enjoy a peaceful hike – for you and the animals. 🌿🐾

#passeiertal #animals #respect

Now is the time when the mountains turn a soft shade of pink – the 'Tånderpuschn' bloom has begun! 🌸
When the rhododendrons are in full bloom, the landscape feels almost magical. Glowing colors, meadows in full blossom – the mountains dressed in their finest. 🌿⛰️
Have you ever witnessed this natural spectacle?

📸 Benjamin Pfitscher

#passeiertal #alpenrose #mountain #bloom