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Culture and nature, indulgence and variety

Brixen is a place of contrasts that effortlessly come together. In the old town, history meets the present. The Domplatz Square, sacred buildings and medieval walls tell stories of centuries past, while modern architecture - like the city library - adds fresh accents, as if it had always belonged. City life unfolds beneath the arcades: cafés, fine dining, small shops and events - right in the here and now. 

Above the town lies the Plose, Brixen’s local mountain. The starting point is St. Andrä at 970 metres. From there, the cable car takes you up to 2,500 metres, into an alpine world of hiking trails and panoramic views worth capturing. And then there are Afers, Palmschoß and Kreuztal: places with crisp mountain air, short distances into nature and sweeping views that leave you wanting more. Down in the valley around Brixen, quieter corners await. Albeins to the south, with its apple orchards and charming lanes. Elvas, perched above the valley basin. And the Pfeffersberg to the west, with its hamlets nestled among chestnut groves. City and mountains, old and new, movement and calm - it’s this diversity that defines Brixen.

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Mountain meadow with a small wooden hut and Dolomite peaks at sunrise. | © Matthias Gasser
Church tower rising above a narrow street in Brixen Südtirol | © (c) Michael Pezzei

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  • Historic courtyard with arcades and a yellow facade in Brixen Südtirol
    Hofburg Brixen

    A charming courtyard, a diocesan museum with valuable sculptures and panel paintings, Viennese porcelain and the Brixen Cathedral Treasury – the Hofburg takes you on a fascinating journey into the past. 

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  • Brixen Südtirol cathedral with twin towers and an arched façade on a quiet square.
    Brixen Cathedral and Cloister

    One of the most important sacred buildings in the Alps: the Brixen Cathedral with its three-aisled nave and twin towers. Also worth seeing: the cloister with its Gothic vaulted ceilings in the cathedral district. 

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  • Couple walking through an arched white passage in Brixen Südtirol with shopping bags.
    Shopping in Brixen

    A beautiful town, beautiful things: around 350 shops can be found in Brixen’s old town and surrounding area. Shopping here becomes a personal experience - set against medieval arcades, Domplatz Square and the Herrengarten

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  • Skier carving down a snowy slope with mountain peaks and bright winter sun in the background.
    Plose ski area

    Just seven kilometres from Brixen, the Plose opens up as a sunny winter sports area and part of Dolomiti Superski: 40 kilometres of slopes, seven lifts and runs for every level.

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  • Two hikers walking along a grassy ridge beside a reflective mountain pool.
    Plose cable cars

    Nature, Dolomite views and exciting attractions: when summer arrives, the Plose shows its active side. And during selected periods, one ascent and descent per day is free with the Brixen Südtirol Card.

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  • Wine bottle and glass on a wooden box, set among herbs in a sunny garden. | © Kainzwaldner Tobias
    Isarco Valley wine

    Winemakers of the Isarco Valley are passionate about their craft, producing outstanding wines. In Italy’s northernmost wine-growing region, mineral-rich soils create perfect conditions for fresh, vibrant wines

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  • Historic castle in Brixen Südtirol with blooming trees and mountain backdrop
    Museums in Brixen

    Fancy a cultural day? It couldn’t be easier. In Brixen, art and culture are always within reach - from the Hofburg and its diocesan museum to the Pharmacy Museum and the city gallery.

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  • Outdoor pool at dusk beside a modern spa building with mountains in the background in Brixen Südtirol
    Water worlds in Brixen

    Water is synonymous with life - and a defining element in and around the town. Brixen has over 20 fountains, along with the Kneipp facility in Vahrn, the water basins in Neustift and the Schrüttensee.

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  • Mountain bikers check a trail map beside a route board on a sunny alpine path.
    Brixen Bikepark

    From easy to challenging: at the Brixen Bikepark on the Plose, trail-building legends from Whistler, Canada, have created outstanding lines and runs.

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Two church towers with onion domes rise above historic buildings under a clear blue sky.
View over Brixen Südtirol with the old town, church towers and green mountain slopes.
Church tower rising above a narrow street in Brixen Südtirol | © (c) Michael Pezzei
Pink blossoms on flowering trees against a blue sky in Brixen Südtirol.
Ornate baroque pipe organ with gold detailing inside a church.
The sunshine village

arrival

Tips for your travel planning

By train, car or plane - there are many ways to reach Brixen Südtirol. Trains arrive daily from both north and south to Brixen and Klausen. If you’re travelling by car from the north, the route takes you over the Brenner Pass straight to your destination. For air travel, the nearest airports are Bolzano, Innsbruck and Verona.

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Brixen Südtirol Guest pass

Cable cars, museums, swimming pools - and much more

Travel for free on public transport, visit museums, play minigolf, go swimming or take the lift up to the Plose or Gitschberg Jochtal for hiking - this pass really does it all. Simply ask for the Brixen South Tyrol Guest Pass at participating accommodations and enjoy a wide range of benefits

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