Holiday Destination Meransen

Mountains as far as the eye can see… That is exactly what awaits you at 2,510 meters on the panoramic platform on the Gitschberg, located not far from the mountain station of the Gitschberg cable car. Enjoy a 360-degree view over 500 Dolomite peaks as well as the Ziller Valley, Stubai Valley, and Ötz Valley alps.

Experience hut hopping. Starting from the Gitschberg mountain station and from the Nesselhütte hut to get to the Gitschhütte hut, then continue on path No. 12 to the Zasslerhütte hut and through the Ochsenboden to the Moserhütte hut. Descend through meadows and forests to the Bacherhütte hut, from there to the Kiener Alp and over path No. 20 to the Pichlerhütte hut. Continue on the Geißraste circular trail back to the Zasslerhütte hut and from there back to the hotel.

The idyllic Kneipp path leads through the Altfasstal to the end of the valley and its rustic Wieser and Pranterstadel huts. Along the wide forest road, which is also suitable for pushchairs up to the Großberghütte hut, there are Kneipp stations by a stream.

The most quaint alpine village in South Tyrol awaits you at an altitude of 1,739 meters at the end of the Valler valley. After about an hour's hike, suitable for pushchairs, starting from the large car park, you reach the alpine village and its 30 wooden huts and a chapel. Here you experience mountain farming, old traditions, and the beauty of an unspoilt alpine landscape. Fane Alm is easily accessible in both summer and winter. You’ll find three managed huts available in summer and one in winter. The "Milchsteig" starting from the Kurzkofelhütte hut at the end of the Valser valley is an absolute hiking highlight for the whole family. The "Milchsteig" is a themed trail that offers many interesting insights into dairy farming in South Tyrol. Those with pushchairs should not take the Milchsteig but follow the road instead.

Interesting facts about Fane Alm:

What today prides itself for being a popular excursion destination was once established in the Middle Ages as a lazaret for plague or cholera patients. Today, there is no trace of that terrible time, and people come here to relax and enjoy the wonderful natural scenery. The alpine pasture area encompasses around 850 hectares nowadays, and in summer about 350 cows and livestock graze on it.

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The Brixner Hut can be reached via the Fane Alm, as well as the Aschila Alm and the Marblsee lake. Fane Alm is also the starting point for a mountain tour up to the Wilde Kreuzspitze and the picturesque Wilder Lake, South Tyrol's deepest natural mountain lake.

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Just a 5-minute walk from the Fane Alm, you’ll find the "Berg am Boden" car park. From July through to September, however, the road from the end of the valley in Vals will be closed. There is a large parking lot there, and it is possible to use a shuttle service from the end of the valley to the Alm.

This versatile high trail is technically a bit more challenging. The trail starts from the Jochtal mountain station (2,006 m) and leads along narrow paths and rocky alpine routes to the rustic alpine village of Fane Alm (1,739 m).

On the tour, you’ll be able to experience the harsh beauty of the Pfunders mountains in the Southern Ziller Valley alps, with a view of the Dolomites to the south.

Pfunders belongs to the municipality of Vintl and is about half an hour's drive from the Huberhof. Walking along the Pfunders High Trail, you’ll be able to experience old and modern farms, artisanal tradition, and a pristine way of life. Here, you experience the natural beauty of our area, combined with valuable traditions.

The parish church in Meransen is dedicated to Saint James and the three holy virgins. It is a baroque building from 1775 with a late Gothic bell tower that was built all the way back in 1472. In 1520, a new winged altar was added to the church, where you can still find the late Gothic figures of the three virgins standing on the side altar.

Mühlbach is just a few kilometres from Meransen. The medieval walls, manor houses, merchant houses, and old churches bear witness to its history.

The high Baroque Maria-Hilf Chapel was first built in 1653 but fell into disrepair over the years. The innkeeper Johann Atzwanger restored the chapel at his own expense in 1778.

The Florian Chapel is located right next to the Mühlbach parish church. It was built in the 15th century and encompasses two storeys. During clean-up work, numerous bones as well as Roman statues, writings, and coins were found in the floor.

The Parish Church of St. Helena was built in the 13th century and extended with a modern annex in 1975. The interior is decorated with numerous frescoes from the 15th century.

The Mühlbacher Klause as it is today was built between 1458 and 1480 by Duke Sigismund. It served as a customs station and seat of lower jurisdiction. The first Klause existed as early as 1269 and consisted only of a long barrier wall with two towers.

Ansitz Kandlburg was once a princely fief and courthouse, which came into the possession of the Count of Wolkenstein and Rodenegg in 1643. Today, the now renovated building serves as a stylish hotel.

Rodenegg Castle towers majestically on a rock ledge over the Rienz gorge – an impressive sight of a mighty structure on a narrow rock needle. The castle was first built in the 12th century and has been rebuilt several times since. Immerse yourself with your family in a world of knights and damsels and listen to the tale of the "Lauterfresser".

St. Ignatius Chapel is one of the most significant chapels in the region. After a fire in 1869, it had to be rebuilt.

This parish church is, along with the castle, a Rodeneck landmark. We don’t know the year when the building was first erected, but its existence was first mentioned in documents dated as far back as 1189. The church owes its current appearance to numerous modifications and additions.

St. Blasius Church was first mentioned in documents dating back to 1325. The artistic wooden ceiling dates from the 16th century, the church's altar is dedicated to St. Blasius, and significant frescoes from 1676 are also found inside.

The Gitschberg Sun Park is a popular destination for both young and old, very close to the Huberhof. It is located right at the exit of the Nesselbahn and is easily accessible for families with pushchairs. The opportunity to stop at the Nesselhütte is right on-site, and the Gitschhütte is about a 20-minute walk away.

The adventure park on the Jochtal is a kind of adventure trail that stretches from the mountain station of the Jochtalbahn to the panoramic platform Steinermandl. The hiking trail is pushchair-friendly, and you’ll find charming huts to hop at along the way. Hike together and playfully introduce your children to the beauty of nature.

In Spinges you can find more bunkers than in any other South Tyrolean village. A special experience for both young and old awaits you in the Atem-Bunker recreation area in Spinges. This resting place in the forest impresses with a fantastic view of Brixen and numerous play and climbing opportunities for children. One of the bunkers can be visited. The recreation area is easily accessible by car.

The perfect destination for a day out with the family: the earth pyramids in Terenten and Platten. Marvel at these impressive rock formations, formed in 1834 by a historic storm. Massive debris was swept away by the Terner Bach, and over the years, rain and snow have shaped these pyramid-like columns.

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Do drop by to visit the nearby historic mills as well. Here, flour was once made with grain, water power and a lot of hard work.

The Puster valley bicycle route is well suited for families and bike tours, for beginners as well as the more advanced.

The paved bike path starts from Mühlbach, in the valley, and leads through the villages of Vintl, Obervintl, Kiens, Ehrenburg, and St. Lorenzen to Bruneck. This first section is very flat and 25.5 km long.

From Bruneck, it continues though Percha, Lower-Middle- and Upperolang, Ried, Niederdorf, and Toblach to Innichen. This second section is also very flat, 33.5 km long, and suitable for everyone.

The third section runs from Innichen through Vierschach to Winnebach, across the Italian border into Austria. From there, it follows the Drava along to Lienz. This last section is 44 km long, downhill, very easy, and well suited for families.

For the return trip to the starting point, you may take the low-entry train. If the total length of the track appears too long, you are certainly free to only ride a small part of the route, and cover the rest by train. With the South Tyrol Südtirol Guest Pass, the train ride is free, but you must purchase and redeem an extra day ticket for 7 Euros.

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The Gitschberg Jochtal ski area: known as one of the most family-friendly ski areas in South Tyrol. 2 ski schools, 15 lifts, snow parks, fun rides, sunny 55 kilometres of slopes, and rustic ski huts… Guaranteed ski fun!

The slopes are sunny, child-friendly, and two certified children's ski schools await the children. In addition, you’ll also find the Zwergele Winter World in Meransen, offering magic carpets, slides, and tubing lanes, and at the exit of the Nesselbahn Children's World, not to mention the Bambino Club in Vals with Bambino Express, tubing lanes, magic carpets, bunging tunnel, and many other attractions.

High-altitude trails and routes for beginners – pure enjoyment awaits you while cross-country skiing in Meransen and the surrounding area. one cross-country ski trail is located in Meransen, another in Vals, and a larger cross-country skiing network on the Rodenecker and Lüsner Alps.

Especially popular with families: tobogganing in Meransen near Mühlbach. Tobogganing with lift connection or combined with a wonderful winter hike. Perhaps you will experience both during your holiday. It is definitely possible!

Holidaymakers will find plenty of opportunities for leisure activities in Meransen in winter. How about a beautiful winter hike up to the Fane Alm, or a snowshoe hike in the Altfasstal? Those who prefer ski touring will also find plenty of offers at their disposal!

The small village of Meransen is located at the foot of the Gitschberg. The village is situated in Pustertal, above Mühlbach in South Tyrol (Italy). Read how to get to us the fastest, depending on the mode of transport you use, under travel information.

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In recent years, there has been the option to arrive by plane in Bolzano. We are happy to help you organize a car rental search or airport transfer.

The Italian name for Meransen is "Maranza".

Meransen is located at 1,414 meters above sea level. The Huberhof is slightly below at 1,250 meters above sea level.

In the summer months, it can sometimes reach 30 degrees, but it usually cools down in the evenings.

In winter, the average temperatures lie between -5 degrees and +3 degrees.

Here you can find the current weather in Meransen.

Meransen is the ideal holiday destination for hiking and biking tour fans in summer. In winter, you can go skiing, tobogganing, snowshoe hiking, ski touring, and of course, also winter hiking.

• Couples
• Families with children
• Wellness enthusiasts
• Those seeking relaxation
• Foodies
• Hiking enthusiasts
• (E-)Bikers
• Hut indulgers
• Skiers
• Ski tourers
• Tobogganists
• Nature lovers
• Solo travellers

With the Almencard or the South Tyrol Südtirol Guest Pass, you can use the cable car from Mühlbach to Meransen free of charge in the Ski and Alm Region Gitschberg Jochtal, to which Meransen belongs. You can also use this card to travel on regional bus lines and trains throughout South Tyrol. Not only you, but your car can also take a holiday.

You receive the Guestcard for the duration of your stay from all hosts who are Almencard partner companies! Read more…

The valley station of the 8-seater cable car is located in Meransen. Using it, you can comfortably reach an altitude of 2,107 meters.

You do not have to go to Mühlbach or the city to shop. In Meransen, you will find grocery stores, speciality shops, gift items, and sports shops. The nearest larger shops are located in the nearby city of Brixen, which is a 20-minute drive away, or the city of Bruneck, which is about 40 minutes away by car.

The Gitschberg Jochtal ski area has 15 lifts and 55 kilometres of slopes and is part of the Dolomiti Superski network!

We recommend the ski rental Rentasport Gitschberg. Due to its proximity to the lift facility, the easy accessibility from the hotel, it is one of our partners. You receive a special 10% discount for this.

Meransen is located in the heart of South Tyrol. If you are looking for more variation, the Plose ski area, above Brixen, is just a 20-minute drive from the hotel away. From Meransen, you can also start your day trip to the Sella Ronda in the Grödnertal or to the Kronplatz near Bruneck.

Depending on the season, a day ski pass for adults costs between 55 and 65 Euros.

A half-day or 3-hour ticket costs between 45 and 55 Euros.

Depending on the season, a day ski pass for children costs between 41 and 46 Euros.

A half-day or 3-hour ticket costs between 35 and 39 Euros.

Yes. You can, for example, buy the Eisacktal ski pass for 3 x Eisacktal and 3 x Dolomiti Superski, or 4+1, 4+2 up to 11+2 there are all sorts of combination possibilities.

Please note that in Italy, helmets are mandatory for minors under 18. The helmet must be CE certified. Also, when purchasing a ski pass, note that as of 1^st of January 2022, valid liability insurance is mandatory. Skiing down a slope while intoxicated is prohibited. However, the government does not specify a blood alcohol limit.

Since July 2023, you must ensure enough space during overtaking and that intersections are safely cleared.

• 280 sunny days per year
• Hiking paradise with breathtaking panoramas
• Direct access to 55 kilometres of slopes from the hotel with our non-stop ski shuttle, get to the slope in two minutes
• Rural idyll close to the city of Brixen
• Ideal place to recharge your batteries
• Meransen is one of the most popular holiday destinations in South Tyrol

• Population: 954 residents
• Elevation: 1,414m above sea level
• Postal code: 39040
• Area code: 0039-0472
• Municipality: Mühlbach / Rio di Pusteria
• Province: Bolzano
• Country: Italy
• Neighboring municipalities: Franzensfeste (Fortezza), Natz-Schabs (Naz-Sciaves), Pfitsch (Val di Vizze), Rodeneck (Rodengo), Vintl (Vandoies)