Alpine farming plays an important role in South Tyrol. A total of 34% of the region consists of Alpine pastures. The extensive mountain pastures are almost exclusively above the tree line. Around 80,000 cattle, sheep, goats and horses spend their summers on the Alpine pastures. That's around 50% of all livestock. The shepherds take care of the welfare of the animals. The farmers also regularly visit their animals on the Alpine pastures. Sustainable management is of the utmost importance for the biodiversity of flora and fauna, which is particularly high on the Alpine pastures. The guests also benefit from the unspoilt nature, with the opportunity to enjoy a unique holiday high up.

Far away from everyday life

On a holiday on the Alpine pasture in South Tyrol, time seems to stand still. Freedom, nature and simplicity are noticeably close here. The Alpine hut is a rustic retreat in the midst of the magnificent mountains. In the morning you start the day comfortably with a hot cup of tea. You sit down at the wooden table in front of the hut and watch nature awaken while you let your gaze wander over the valley. As soon as the first rays of sun touch the forest and the last veil of fog lifts, you pack your backpack and set off. In the late afternoon you return to your mountain hut. The day's events have left everyone hungry. In the kitchen, you and your family prepare an invigorating dinner. The wood stove provides pleasant warmth. Whoever is not yet tired, can step outside the door. The undisturbed darkness of the night makes the stars shine particularly brightly. Finally, you can calmly collapse into the cosy bed. Up here you literally sleep like a log.

The mountains are your world

An Alpine hut in South Tyrol is the perfect base camp for extensive exploration tours in the mountains. Before you start, you fill your bottle with crystal clear spring water. After the first few steps you will find yourself in the middle of blooming mountain meadows and grazing cows. Today's destination is the unique view from the summit cross. The bright sun and the fresh mountain air accompany you along the hiking trail. The particularly courageous, can jump into the cold mountain lake on the way back. Maybe you hear a marmot whistling or discover a special Alpine flower in the moss? During a holiday on the Alpine pasture in South Tyrol, you can enjoy the seclusion in peace and quiet. Nowhere else is it so calm, nature sets the pace and the days fly by. On the Alpine pasture you will find simplicity again and discover how relaxed life can be.