The Passeiertal Valley

🏔 The new Stettiner Hütte – modern & sustainable at 2,875 m
After being destroyed by an avalanche in 2014, the Stettiner Hütte was completely rebuilt with innovative architecture, now beautifully integrated into the Texel Group mountains. The building was constructed according to the ClimateHouse standard, and its unique shape meets strict avalanche safety requirements.

Yesterday, July 1st, the new season began!
With space for 76 guests, the hut is not only a mountain refuge, the highest point on the Merano High Mountain Trail, and a base for major alpine tours – it's also a place of connection in the high mountains.

Have you already been up there – or is it on your list for this summer?

Save the date: on August 3rd, 2025, the well-known Stettiner Cup mountain run will once again lead up to the hut!

📸 Benjamin Pfitscher

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🔍 Discover the villages of the Passeiertal Valley!
From Riffian/Rifiano to the Timmelsjoch/Passo del Rombo – charming hamlets, historic farms, and alpine adventures await. In the next slides, get to know the unique villages and settlements of the valley, each with fun facts and highlights. 🏔️✨

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🔥✨ 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.