Farming tradition in Burgeis
On your journey through the wonderful region of South Tyrol visit Burgeis in Vinschgau: The farming village is nestled amidst Mals and Reschen and impresses with its medieval alleys, monuments and archways, its frescos and oriels.
Discover the ancient stories hiding behind the old walls during a tour of the village – guided tours are organized at day and at night. Situated directly at the foot of the ski and hiking arena Watles, the South Tyrolean village proves to be the ideal holiday destination in every season. The Tour of Pfaffenlake is a great way to spend a day out, with unique views over the Ortler Group and the Ötztaler Alps.
Monastery Marienberg
Visit Monastery Marienberg with its baroque church and crypt, the highest Benedict Abbey in Europe situated at 1.340 meters. Monks have been living here for over 800 years. Today they are mostly working in counseling. Impressive are the archway from the 12th century or the stone sculpture “Mary with child” created around 1400. The crypt is only accessible for prayer and comprises Romanic-Byzantine frescos, groined vaults with angel figures and a number of precious wooden sculptures and paintings. In the former administrative wing of the monastery resides today the museum with show-rooms, hidden art works and spiritual interpretations of the crypt frescos.
Also the medieval Castle of Burgeis is a rewarding destination. Today the historic building hosts a School of Agriculture. While vacationing in the best hotel in Burgeis, you will always be accompanied by the warmth and friendliness of the South Tyrolean hosts.
Granpanorama Hotel StephansHof
