Summer holiday: hiking in the Meran region

Hiking in the lovely natural surroundings of South Tyrol, exercising in the fresh air, breathing in the fragrances and enjoying the wonderful views, running barefoot through lush Alpine meadows or just sitting on the grass, experiencing the variety on offer: from walks and leisurely hikes to excursions to the inns on the Alps and the Alpine huts, right through to high altitude tours and climbing the summits. While Nordic Walking you can exercise in harmony with nature and what’s more, you can do this all year long.

Schenna is also ideal for cycling: whether it’s a mountain bike tour through meadows and forests, or over the Alps and a trip on your touring bike – you can enjoy the superb natural surroundings all around here. Swimming, tennis, paragliding and rafting guarantee even more fun and adventure – book your hotel in Schenna right away!

It is not just the Mausoleum Erzherzog Johanns and the proud castle which are sights which make a holiday in Schenna worthwhile. With the countless and wide variety of opportunities for an activity holiday, here you can make the most of things here. In winter the ski area of Meran 2000 which is very close by offers the chance to do some sport in the snow, including a stop-off for a bite to eat.

7 lift facilities, 40 km of pistes, 18 km cross-country ski slopes, 25 km winter hiking paths and a toboggan run await. This family-friendly and sunny ski area offers ski hire and a winter kindergarten with a baby lift for a family holiday. The Schnalstaler glacier area (3200 m, journey time 50 minutes) and the Stilfserjoch glacier area (2757 m, journey time 80 minutes) also mean that you can ski in summer.

Family holiday in South Tyrol

In Schenna leisure opportunities and excursions lie in store for young guests. The outdoor adventure pool including water slide is a hit. Riding, minigolf, cycling and of course the kid’s programme organised by the local tourist office also make for fun times: lovely day trips, rafting for kids, treasure hunt in the forest or a visit to the fire station.