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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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Mountain meadow with a small wooden hut and Dolomite peaks at sunrise. | © Matthias Gasser
Blossoming orchard rows with a grassy path and mountain backdrop in Brixen Südtirol.

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  • Villages Round Trip Natz-Schabs | © TG Natz-Schabs, Florian Andergassen
    Natz-Schabs village loop

    Three 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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  • Schabs | © TG Natz-Schabs, Florian Andergassen
    Stegerbühel circular trail

    A 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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  • lime pits | © Lanz Willi
    To the lime pits near Schabs

    This 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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  • The “Schabna Themenweg” themed trail | © Schützenkompanie Peter Kemenater
    Schabna theme trail

    From 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 Aicha | © IDM Südtirol-Alto Adige/Hannes Vikoler
    Alte Linde nature monument

    22 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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  • The Chestnut Trees of Köstental Valley in Aicha | © TG Natz-Schabs, Florian Andergassen
    Köstental chestnut grove

    The 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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  • 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 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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  • Ski slope with gondola lifts above a winter valley and snowy mountain peaks.
    Gitschberg Jochtal ski area

    With 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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  • Cable cars gliding over a green valley with mountains in the background.
    Plose cable car

    Nature, 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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  • Cable car above a mountain meadow with cloudy sky and distant alpine peaks.
    Gitschberg Jochtal cable cars

    Effortlessly 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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Blooming orchard with pink and white blossoms along a path under blue sky.
Village with church spire in the Brixen Südtirol valley, surrounded by mountains and fields
Church tower framed by blossom branches against a blue sky

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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.

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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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