Holidays in Siusi allo Sciliar – A vacation on the edge of the Alpe di Siusi
The picturesque mountain village of Siusi allo Sciliar is idyllically situated at the foot of the mighty Sciliar Massif, just below the largest mountain plateau in Europe. The village belongs to the municipality of Castelrotto in South Tyrol. The houses are nestled among the wooded mountains at an altitude of 1,000 meters above sea level. The Nature Park Sciliar-Catinaccio with its impressive mountain peaks creates a great setting for your holidays in Siusi allo Sciliar. A prominent landmark of the South Tyrolean mountain village is Mount Sciliar (2,563 meters), whose summit can be reached during a fabulous high mountain hike. The community is criss-crossed by an extensive network of hiking trails with a total length of 350 kilometres on the Alpe di Siusi. Idyllic pastures and rustic mountain inns invite you to take a rest in high alpine scenery.
Summery recreational fun in alpine scenery
Ihr Urlaub in Seis am Schlern ist in den Sommermonaten von unterhaltsamen Freizeitaktivitäten geprägt. Der Naturbadeteich Völser Weiher und das Freischwimmbad in Telfen bei Kastelruth laden an heißen Tagen zu einem erfrischenden Bad ein. Die Wassertemperaturen erreichen im Hochsommer Werte von bis zu 23 Grad. Auf wagemutige Urlauber wartet ein Tandemsprung mit dem Gleitschirm vom Gipfel der Berge und auf dem 18-Loch-Golfplatz in Seis am Schlern können Sie vor einer eindrucksvollen Bergkulisse Ihr Handicap verbessern. Ein zauberhaftes Fotomotiv geben die im romanisch-gotischen Stil erbauten Kirchen St. Valentin und St. Konstantin in Seis am Schlern ab. Die Bauten sind ein architektonisches Meisterwerk und zeugen von der imposanten Baukunst des Mittelalters. Ihre ausgezeichnete Lage und die harmonische Verbindung zur umgebenden Landschaft sorgt für ein idyllisches Erscheinungsbild.
Active sports in summer
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Hiking region Alpe di Siusi –A mountain experience for the entire family
The mountain world of the Dolomites at the mighty Sciliar massif is a region full of myths and legends. On varied theme paths, during your hiking holiday in the Dolomites, you may discover these ancient legends. A truly mythical place on the Alpe di Siusi are the so-called “Witches’ Benches” that can be reached via a beautiful trail. Furthermore, don’t miss a hike on the adventure trail “Witches” Wells” – a mixture of natural experience and tracking quest. Take a walk on the barefoot path, which takes you past wetlands and sulphur sources. Along the way, there are wooden figures and mythical creatures that were created by local artists. An exceptional holiday experience is a guided night hike called “Alpe di Siusi Witchcraft”. The mysteriously beautiful nature experience starts in Castelrotto and ends with the preparation of a traditional “Witches’ Supper”.
Hiking holidays Dolomites – Climbing paths and jogging trails
The Dolomites welcome you with an extensive range of climbing tours with different difficulty levels. Fitness and endurance are required during the ascent to the Santner Peak. Enjoy a beautiful alpine panorama on the top of Mount Sciliar. The climb to the 2,563-meter summit is not easy, but the fantastic view will reward you for the effort. The first part of the ascent can be done with the Spitzbühl Lift, which takes you safely and quickly to a height of 1,929 meters. Numerous marked Nordic Walking and jogging trails await you on the Alpe di Siusi. One of the event highlights in the summer is the Alpe di Siusi Running. In this running contest international top athletes and recreational runners compete with each other. You may participate in this event during your hiking holiday in the Dolomites.
