A place in the sun in Mals
Visitors of Mals in Vinschgau set onto a journey through time, entirely without time machine. Amidst pristine mountain settings lies Mals, the oldest settlement of the area and in terms of area the second largest commune in South Tyrol. Due to the mild and dry climate is Mals all year round the ideal holiday destination for everyone.
In summertime spectacular hiking trails lead to places as the local Mt. “Spitzige Lun” with 2.324 meters or the idyllic mountain farming villages, providing a fantastic view and a wonderful stillness that will remain with you for a long time. Visit the beautiful slopes in the ski-resort Watles and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic view over the entire valley basin of upper Vinschgau to the Ötztaler and Stubaier Alps and the Ortler-Group.
Behind seven towers
Mals is an early Roman settlement was a large town during the Middle Ages called „By seven towers“. From these originally seven Romanic towers only five exist today. The corresponding residences have been preserved, and are partly still inhabited. One of them is Residence “Fröhlichsturm” special for its round shape, can be climbed via 164 wooden steps.
Explore Saint Benedikt’s Church with its paintings and frescos among the oldest in the German-speaking area. The South Tyrolean commune has gained its fame not only due to its Romanic churches and towers, but also due to its unique archeological findings, its popular myths and the Church of Laatsch, built over the street.
The importance of Mals for the entire region of Obervinschgau derives from its convenient location: If you drive over Reschenpass to Austria or over Müstair to Switzerland, then you will pass the village. Discover also the neighbouring villages Burgeis and Schlanders during your vacation in the exclusive hotels in Mals in this historical region. Walk on the trails of the Romans, explore the Romanic towers, fine residences and picturesque churches and immerse yourself in times long gone. Let this village enchant you and find here the most beautiful hotel in Mals in Vinschgau!