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Val Pusteria

The “Green Valley” in the east of South Tyrol, from the Rio Pusteria Fortress via the mighty Plan de Corones to East Tyrol

Gentle meadows, forests and sun-drenched high plateaus shape the lower part of the Val Pusteria, while the Upper Val Pusteria is known for the rugged peaks of the Sesto Dolomites - most notably the Thee Peaks of Lavaredo. Lakes such as Lake Anterselva and Lake Braies are renowned far beyond the region's borders and are popular destinations in the Val Pusteria holiday region.

Several nature parks, such as Fanes-Senes-Braies, Tre Cime and Vedrette di Ries-Aurina, protect this unique landscape. There is also plenty to do in winter: skiing on the Plan de Corones or in the 3 Zinnen Dolomites Ski Resort, building a snowman on the Prato Piazza in the Braies Valley, or tobogganing on Mt. Croda Rossa di Sesto by the Sesto Sundial. Unique museums, including one dedicated to tourism and another to the Dolomites, provide a change of pace indoors.

Notice: Due to the construction of the Riggertal loop and safety-related works, sections of the Val Pusteria Railway will be closed until January 2026. A rail replacement bus service will be in operation.

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