A wine-tasting hotel in Villanders with incomparable views of the Dolomites
The many joys of wine in South Tyrol

A cozy hotel perched atop the sunny plateau of Villanders, which offers panoramic views of the UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites and Eisacktal Valley from every room. Here in Eisacktal, Italy’s northernmost wine-growing region, the grape takes center stage.

In the Vinalpinum Spa you’ll enjoy Alpine grape treatments and try out wine-related treatments for body and spirit alike. Guided tours through the Eisacktal vineyards and wineries bring you closer to South Tyrol’s richly diverse wine culture. Anyone who loves spending their holiday in the great outdoors, meanwhile, will love the countless hiking trails and guided walks.

Relaxing walk at the Villanderer Alm
Guided hike to one of Europe’s highest places of pilgrimage, Latzfonser Cross, and then on to the Kasereck cheese dairy, for a tasting of wines and alpine cheese specialties; weekly in summer; fee: €8 per guest.

Vineyard visit at Röck Winery in Villanders
Together with Matthias, the junior manager and a sommelier, guests walk from the hotel to Röck Winery (about 30 minutes), where local vintner Konrad Augschöll will lead a tour of his estate, old farm (where he produces his own Speck) and new cellar. Afterwards, participants can taste his wines. Offered weekly in the spring; no charge for guests.

Valle Isarco wine culture: the tradition of Törggelen
This guided hike, led by Matthias, first goes through the colorful fall foliage of the Valle Isarco and then to an original Törggele farm of Villanders, where in addition to a tour of the winery and tasting, guests will experience a tradition Törggelen meal, complete with wine and music; weekly in autumn; no fee for guests (drinks at the Törggelen are extra).

Guided hike along the Laitacher Wine Trail
Guided walk that runs through the vineyards of Klausen-Laitach, beneath beautiful Säben Abbey, and continuing as far as Hienghof; along the way guests will learn about the wine culture of the Valle Isarco/Eisacktal Valley and enjoy a tasting of Eisacktal wines at Hienghof. Offered in spring (May to mid-June); free for guests.