In South Tyrol, rail and bike can be combined almost seamlessly. At many train stations bicycles may be rented out and can be returned at different rental points. We decided to test these connections by taking a realxing tour through the val Pusteria valley.
The combination of bike and train is an optimal way to discover South Tyrol. An excellent network of well-maintained bike trails that seamlessly connect to public transportation systems along with many bike rental stations, makes South Tyrol a paradise for cyclists. An example of this is a relaxing biking adventure through the high via Pusteria valley from Valdaora to San Candido.
The Plan de Corones is the leisure area of the Val Pusteria. Especially in winter but more and more also in summer. We accompany Michaela, Macke and Hans, who enjoy the Plan de Corones with their mountain bikes. With professional lifts, demanding cycle tracks and gorgeous downhill trails.
The idyllic village of S. Vigilio di Marebbe is an ideal spot of land if you love to enjoy nature and would like to spend active holidays, as this area is perfect for mountaineering and hiking. The municipal territory is located in the Val Badia valley and belongs to the Plan de Corones holiday area.
The fifth and last museum of the project by Reinhold Messner is the MMM Ripa in Brunico, focusing mountain peoples from Asia, Africa, South America and Europe.
While gentle Alpine meadows, forests and sun-drenched high plateaus characterise the lower Val Pusteria (Bassa Pusteria), the Alta Pusteria valley mainly attracts attention by the rough pinnacles of the Tre Cime di Lavaredo. Photographers, hikers, climbers, excursionists and those who love nature, all of them likewise love this place.
Sesto Dolomites, Fanes-Sennes-Braies, Vedrette di Ries, Puez-Odle.. nature parks in Val Pusteria provide for the protection of nature in the valley. One of the jewels included in these parks is the so-called pearl of the Dolomites, the Lago di Braies, as well as Lake Anterselva, ideal excursion destinations for the whole family, especially in high summer.
Equally varied is the offer in winter: skiing on Plan de Corones, tobogganing on Croda Rossa, a ski tour in the Braies Dolomites or snwoman building on Prato Piazza, there is always something to do in this fabulous valley rich in attractions.
For further details on the Val Pusteria visit www.pustertal.org.
