Welcome to Schabs/Aicha
Where three valleys meet, wine matures in a bunker - and there’s more time for your holiday
They may be separated by a short stretch of road, but Schabs and Aicha share much more than that. Both lie on a sunny plateau, offering tranquillity and space - yet they’re right at the heart of it all. From Aicha, the view opens onto a remarkable cultural landmark: the Franzensfeste Fortress. And then there are the mighty chestnut trees in the Köstental Valley, standing together in a grove, quietly resisting the passage of time. Today, the sweet chestnut is above all a symbol of enjoyment - especially in autumn, when Törggelen season begins.
Take a moment to turn in all directions: in Schabs, it’s easy. Where the Isarco, Wipp and Pusteria valleys meet, every path leads somewhere new. Whether by bike along the cycle path or on foot in search of the historic lime pits where lime was once processed. History is never far away here - for example in the bunker where wine now matures. Thanks to the nearby Brenner motorway and the Franzensfeste railway station, getting here is simple - leaving more time to enjoy your holiday.
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Natz-Schabs village loopThree and a half hours, eleven kilometres: this circular route leads from Natz through the Fruhn forest to the Waldertor viewing point, via Viums to Schabs, past the Flötscher pond to Raas and back to Natz.
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Stegerbühel circular trailA quick one-hour loop: from the centre of Schabs, this easy walk leads clockwise along soft forest paths into the Rienz Gorge and back again. A highlight: the view of Rodenegg Castle.
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To the lime pits near SchabsThis hike leads from Schabs to four historic lime pits (with an information board explaining their past) and continues towards Aicha. The return route can also be varied via the Ochsenbühel.
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Schabna theme trailFrom the chapels to the construction of Franzensfeste Fortress and the short life of Matthäus Perger, known as the “Lauterfresser”: local history and sights come together on this themed trail.
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Alte Linde nature monument22 metres tall with a trunk circumference of over six metres: no one knows exactly how old the lime tree beside the cemetery wall in Aicha is - but it’s certainly something special.
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Köstental chestnut groveThe chestnut trees on the northern edge of Aicha are protected. Once a staple food known as “bread for the poor”, the sweet chestnut is now a regional delicacy, especially in autumn.
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Plose ski areaJust 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.
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Gitschberg Jochtal ski areaWith 55 kilometres of pistes, reliable snow conditions and a sunny south-facing slope overlooking the Dolomites, it offers variety for beginners, challenges for experts and plenty of space for families.
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Plose cable carNature, panoramic Dolomite views and exciting attractions: in summer, the Plose shows its active side. And during selected periods, one ascent and descent per day is included with the Brixen Südtirol Guest Pass.
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Gitschberg Jochtal cable carsEffortlessly up, relaxed on the way down - and in between, a full day of experiences. The lifts take you straight into adventure: hikes, family parks and more.
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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.