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Be captivated by the unrivalled charm of Sterzing / Vipiteno and discover the variety of our town and its surroundings. Admire the elegant buildings and medieval squares or walk through the picturesque shopping streets of one of the most beautifull historic town centres in Italy....
Be captivated by the unrivalled charm of Sterzing / Vipiteno and discover the variety of our town and its surroundings. Admire the elegant buildings and medieval squares or walk through the picturesque shopping streets of one of the most beautifull historic town centres in Italy. Culture lovers will enjoy the Gothic churches, prestigious museums and medieval castles – including the impressive castle Burg Reifenstein / Castel Tasso.

For sports enthusiasts, the area in Sterzing, Pfitsch / Val di Vizze and Freienfeld / Campo di Trens in Southtyrol offers numerous activities throughout the year. In the summer you can enjoy breathtaking mountain scenery and an extensive network of hiking trails, climb the Hochfeiler / Gran Pilastro (3,520 m) in Pfitschtal or explore the surroundings by bike along one of the many mountain bike routes. The area also offers a whole range of activities for winter sports enthusiasts: numerous ski slopes and stunning toboggan runs offer fun for all ages.

Our local mountain, Rosskopf / Monte Cavallo, is only a few minutes from the town centre of Sterzing – a perfect combination of culture, cuisine and sport. A holiday in Sterzing in Southtyrol offers a whole range of different fun activities, catering for all tastes and ages.


Discover Vipiteno

The alpine city Sterzing / Vipitenis the northern most town of Italy. The German called Sterzing was founded in the Middle Ages and has retained its irresistible romantic and artistic charm. The Fugger weren’t the only well known entrepreneurs which opened offices in the medieval period of prosperity. The charme, build in the Maximilian age, enchants still today! Today the small alpine town, which once served as a refuge for kings and emperors, is a sparkling jewel rich in ancient art, boasting in particular numerous wonderful bay windows as well as elegant boutiques.
Meadows, forests and mountains – the secret of memories that will last for a lifetime. The wealth of cultural and historical gems bears witness to a past rich in tradition. The town of Sterzing / Vipiteno, a flourishing trading centre bustling with life and activity, constantly renews and revives the glory and splendour of the Fugger era. The charm of this area will certainly impress you, no matter whether you visit it: as a transient tourist or for a vacation for a longer period of time.