Welcome to Barbian

Nature up close: from gentle trickling to powerful roaring, the waterfalls offer the full acoustic range of water. Cascades plunge 85 metres into the depths. Not only impressive - the moist air is also said to have health benefits.

A true hidden gem: Dreikirchen takes its name from the three interlinked churches. The walk there rewards you with stunning views. Don’t miss the Gothic winged altars and frescoes.

90 kilometres long and running through Brixen Südtirol: the Keschtnweg trail, starting in Vahrn, is one of the most beautiful ways to explore the region while tasting chestnuts and new wine.

In Barbian, the plum takes centre stage - on local menus and along this themed hiking trail, where information boards share fascinating insights about the fruit.

A real eye-catcher: Barbian’s leaning church tower. Why does it lean? One side was built on unstable ground, while the other rests on solid quartz phyllite rock.

High above Waidbruck stands one of South Tyrol’s most impressive castles. It was once home to the poet Oswald von Wolkenstein - though many know it for the legendary “Trostburg Tresl.”

With views of the Schlern and the Dolomites, cosy huts and plenty of space to unwind, this is a popular area for hiking - from gentle walks to longer tours.

Around three and a half hours and just over 600 metres of elevation: this circular hike leads from Barbian to the Rittner Horn. At the top, you’ll quickly see why it’s called the 360-degree panorama mountain.

Just seven kilometres from Brixen, the Plose offers a sunny winter sports area and is part of Dolomiti Superski: 40 kilometres of slopes, seven lifts and runs for all levels.

With 55 kilometres of pistes, reliable snow conditions and a sunny south-facing slope overlooking the Dolomites, Gitschberg Jochtal offers variety for beginners, challenges for experts and plenty of space for families.