Sorafurcia nestles on the slopes of Plan de Corones - the only way to get closer to a day of skiing is to be on the pistes themselves
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The mountain village of Sorafurcia (Geiselsberg) lies on the slopes of the Plan de Corones, around 300 metres higher than the other hamlets of Valdaora. While there may be smaller and more remote villages, the tranquillity and clear air here are reminiscent of a summer spent on the alpine pastures. Above the rooftops, the tower of the Parish Church of Saint Wolfgang rises high.
A legend about a bear is connected to it: According to the legend, the farmer of the Arndt Farm was once attacked by a bear on the Passo Furcia mountain pass and, in return for his rescue, vowed to build a church on the site of his farm chapel. The current building dates from the 15th century, as does the St. Christopher fresco by Simon von Taisten.
A millennium ago, Sorafurcia was mentioned as "Gisilhartisberc". Today, the hamlet is particularly popular with leisure-seekers and active holidaymakers who wish to explore the Val Pusteria and the higher altitudes around Passo Furcia and Mt. Plan de Corones on their own. The surrounding area is, of course, perfect for hiking. South of Sorafurcia is the 1,789-metre-high Passo Furcia, a starting point for trails leading up to the Plan de Corones. You can also reach it by mountain bike.
Popular hiking destinations include the Sorafurcia Hut, the Pracken Hut, Mt. Punta Tre Dita, and Lake Colli Alti. The village is also known for the nearby Bagni di Pervalle baths, whose sulphur springs were appreciated even by the Romans. In winter, the Plan de Corones transforms into a skiing area: The lifts start in Casola and take you to around 120 kilometres of pistes in South Tyrol's largest ski resort. The two museums on the summit, the LUMEN Museum of Mountain Photography and the MMM Corones, are also open during the winter season.
