Excursion tips
Excursion tips in Parcines / Merano
A different destination every day
Discover the beauty and the cultural variety of our region during your South Tyrol holidays! Here in Hotel Edelweiss in Parcines we have put together some highlights for you and are always happy to assist with useful tips and recommendations for your holiday plans.
Parcines Waterfalls nature experience
One of the most important waterfalls in the Alps with a 97 m fall. The waterfall seems to be even more imposing when the snow starts melting (May to June) or after heavy rainfalls. Details
Typewriter Museum "Peter Mitterhofer" Parcines
More than 2000 typewriters provide an insight into 120 years of typewriting history. Peter Mitterhofer, inventor of typewriters, lived in Parcines from 1822-1893. He invented the typewriter in 1864. Details
Train World in Miniature
South Tyrol in miniature – with more than 20,000 single objects. Back to childhood for everyone. Details
Spa town of Merano with the old town and the arbours
A town, which was well-loved by Empress Sissi. She adored the town for its culture, its Mediterranean flora and the mild climate. Discover the city and its secrets! Details
The botanic gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle in Merano
Here you'll find the entire world in a single garden over an area of 12 hectares with water, terrace, sun and forest gardens. In 2005 the gardens were selected the most beautiful gardens in Italy, and in 2006 they attained the 6th ranking of the most beautiful gardens in Europe. Details
Thermal Baths of Merano
A very special highlight, and not only due to the architecture by Matteo Thun. With the vast park, the spacious sauna area and the many pools, the Thermal Baths provide unlimited relaxation and recreation. Furthermore, you can book beauty and wellness treatments. Details
Labyrinth Garden at the Kränzel Winery in Cermes
An awarded labyrinth garden combing fun, art and wine. A labyrinth always provides an experience for oneself and mirrors our life. Details
Knottenkino cinema between Avelengo and Verano
Nature itself shows probably the most beautiful film with a unique round view of the entire Adige Valley. Look out to look in.
South Tyrolean Museum of History at Tyrol Castle in Tirolo
At Tyrol Castle you get to know more about the culture and history of South Tyrol. Details
S. Prokulus Church in Naturno
A unique art-historic site, and one of the oldest churches from early Christian times in South Tyrol. Furthermore, the Prokulus Museum brings 1,500 years of human history from this region back to life. Details
Senales Glacier
Here at Senales Glacier you can enjoy skiing in summer and winter. Details
Resia Lake
Resia Lake is pure romance with a church tower reaching out from the middle of the lake. The history behind the church in the lake is not enjoyable for everyone: villages with houses as well as fertile grounds were flooded for the realisation of the artificial lake. The lake is six kilometres long and about 1 km wide at the widest point. It is a popular excursion destination for surfers and kite surfers.
