Relax at the Sandegg Kneipp facility after a hike in the Monte Corno Nature Park
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The small Anterivo is truly unique. Descriptions like "A village in South Tyrol" and "Anterivo in the Fiemme Valley" are often seen - both are true. It is the only German-speaking municipality in the Val di Fiemme with its main town Moena, the "Fairy of the Dolomites". While Anterivo itself belongs to South Tyrol, all other villages in the valley are located in Trentino.
This historical anomaly dates back seven centuries. It was then that Gottschalk of Bolzano received permission from the sovereign of Tyrol to establish ten farms in the County of Fiemme, still immortalised in the municipal coat of arms.
Today, the cosy Anterivo, together with the hamlets of Pramarino and Guggál, is highly regarded as a hiking village in the Dolomites - a peaceful retreat away from the crowds. Despite its altitude, it enjoys a favourable climate, thanks to its position on a sunny southern terrace along the border between South Tyrol and Trentino. The surrounding Monte Corno Nature Park is known for its extraordinary biodiversity.
Mountain bikers love the Anterivo Loop, or Altreier Umrundung. At around 14 kilometres, this tour is not too long and is pleasant to ride, yet it is highly varied. The route leads directly through the nature park and, alongside beautiful viewpoints, takes you to the Le Malghette Hut, where guests are treated to regional cuisine and homemade desserts. In winter, the landscape is transformed, inviting you to explore the cross-country ski trails and enjoy snowshoe hikes.
The name Johann Baptist Zwerger is often mentioned here. As a Council Father, he attended the sessions of the First Vatican Council and, in 1870, was part of the majority that adopted the dogma of papal infallibility. However, when it comes to the local flora, another name is heard much more frequently: Lupinus pilosus, the "Voltruier Lupine", from which "Anterivo Coffee" is made.
