The reporter Marion Gamper, together with Peer.tv staff, will discover the Aurina Valley, one of the most beautiful and genuine valleys in South Tyrol. Here the main feature is the variety: woods, mountains, adventures, farm life, history and culture. Moreover here there are 80 peaks, which are higher than 3000 metres, in a valley that will impress you!
The Valle Aurina Valley extends all the way from the village of Gais by Brunico up to Predoi, located at the end of the valley. It is one of the most beautiful and rustic valleys in South Tyrol, surrounded by over eighty peaks that exceed three thousand meters. Winding through the valley is the eighty-kilometre long Aurino river. Visitors not only enjoy beautiful landscapes with stunning vistas but will also be thrilled by local handicraft and mystical encounters.
The Valle Aurina valley makes hearts leap for joy by mountain bikers. Whether pros or families – numerous cycle tours with different levels of difficulties are available. Idyllic places want to be discovered. Also the Klausberg hiking area can be perfectly experienced by mountain or e-bike. A fantastic destination at 2,500 m asl., with a breathtaking view on the alpine world of the Valle Aurina valley.
The municipality of Aurina stretches from Campo Tures to the valley narrowing at S. Pietro/Aurina and comprises an area from 942 m to 3,378 m asl. Lutago, Cadipietra, S. Giacomo, S. Giovanni, S. Pietro and Rio Bianco belong to the municipality.
Inhabited by some 5,800 people, Aurina is located in the Vedrette di Ries-Aurina nature park. Characterising for this nature reserve are not only the 80 three-thousanders, but also the astonishingly beautiful farmsteads of former centuries, located in sun-drenched positions. Can you hear the mountains call? Sasso Nero, Gran Orecchio di Lepre and many more attract visitors from all over the world.
To attract attention in winter months, there are the skiing areas Klausberg and Speikboden. Other popular activities are winter walking and tobogganing. Those who prefer a visit to the museum, can visit the mining museum in Cadipietra.
