600 m above sea level, 3,029 (as at Jan. 2025) inhabitants, 48 km2
Even when it is still freezing cold elsewhere, Schenna is warmed by the sun’s rays because in these southern Alpine foothills spring comes earlier. The German name “Schenna” itself sounds a bit like “Sonne” (sun) or “schön” (beautiful), so it is a fitting name indeed. Actually, “Schenna” is said to be of Latin origin. Around 1149 the village was known as “Schennanum”, some time later “Schenan” and then “Scenon”. Others think it is of Celtic origin, from the word “tschen”, meaning wing or flank. Anyway, the Latin “scaenae” (stage-like structure) seems very appropriate if you look south from the terrace on which Schenna is situated north-east of the health resort of Meran/Merano and enjoy the views of the Etsch valley some 300 m below. In this south-western position Schenna occupies the sunniest spot in the valley basin of Meran. The municipality of Schenna covers an area of 4,800 ha from the town borders of Meran (300 m) to the peaks of the Sarntaler Alps (Hirzer 2,781 m and Ifinger 2,581 m). It includes the village centre as well as the hamlets of St. Georgen/S. Giorgio (716 m), Verdins (842 m), Schennaberg/Montescena (1,100–1,450 m), Untertall/Talle di Sotto (960), Obertall/Talle di Sopra (1,450 m) and Videgg (1,536 m).
A lot has happened in Schenna over the years. In the past 50 years, the once rural village has turned into one of the most important tourist resorts in South Tyrol, with modern hotels, guesthouses, restaurants and bed and breakfast establishments. The number of beds (49 in 1959) has grown to 5,645 today. In 2024, 1,073,880 overnight stays were recorded.
A–Z information
Airport, Bozen/Bolzano: Tel. (+39) 0471 255255
Alpin Bob Meran 2000: A bobsleigh run, open from 9/5 to 2/11, at Meran
2000, Hafling/Avelengo
Apple harvest: the apple harvest starts around mid-September and lasts until mid-October.
Charging station for electric cars: Alperia - Schenna - Verdinserstr. 3, Verdins and Open-air swimming pool Schenna Obermais/Maia Alta (next to Bar Palma)
Sinich/Sinigo (Supercharger)
Church Services (Catholic): (in Germane language)
- Parish Church of Schenna: Saturday evenings and the evening before holidays at 7.30 pm. Sundays and holidays at 10 am; for weekdays see notice board.
- Verdins: see notice board
- Taser: in July, August and September on Sundays at 9.30 am.
- Obertall/Talle di Sopra (Prenn): see notice board
SportArena Passeier - St. Leonhard i. Passeier - Gänsboden 14–16, Tel. (+39) 0473 656226
Dentist: Dr. Berger, Meran, St. Georgen Str. 10, Tel. (+39) 0473 236794
Dr. Mair, Meran, Galilei Str. 66, Tel. (+39) 0473 235112
Hospital Meran, Rossinistr. 5: every day 8–10 am, Tel. (+39) 0473 263333
Distillery: Torgglerhof - St.-Georgener-Str. 12 – Schenna, Tel. (+39) 339 7422309, (+39) 339 1366915, www.torgglerhof-schenna.com; Tasting with tour of the distillery from April to November every Tuesday evening (registration at the Tourist Office Schenna). Opening hours by appointment by phone. Unterthurner, Marling/Marlengo, Tel. (+39) 0473 447186, guided tour incl. tasting all year round, on Wed at 3.30 pm and Fri at 10 am, www.unterthurner.it
Internet: Free wireless internet access in the village centre of Schenna (in the community centre). Instructions available from the tourist information office.
Kneipp station: on the Schenner Waalweg route with a 6 metre-long footh bath
Labyrinth Kränzelhof: Tscherms/Cermes, Gampenstr. 1, Tel. (+39) 0473 564549. Garden, art and wine
Lama trekking: Simons lama trekking - peace-nature-life experience. Individually adapted lama trekking tours for big and small guests. Depending on the season in Vöran at the Bachlerhof or at the Leadneralm. Info: simons-lamatrekking.it, Tel. +39 339 7502855
Laundtrette: Lava Più Haller, Vorlandweg 17, Schenna, Tel. (+39) 335 5666399 open 6 am–11 pm
Lost & found bureau: Schenna town hall, Mon–Fri 8.30 am–12.30 pm
Tel. (+39) 0473 945621
Meran town hall, Lauben, Tel. (+39) 0473 250161; online: fundinfo.it
Markets: Meran Market (locally grown food and handicrafts)
29/03–25/10/2025: Sat 9 am–1 pm
Meran: every Tuesday and Friday (large market) near the railway station (8 am–1 pm)
Bozen: every Saturday on Siegesplatz Square (8 am–1 pm)
Varied pools and saunas, Spa & Vital Center, Medical Spa, gym, park and Bistro. www.termemerano.it
Minigolf/crazy golf Schenna: at the junction of Schennaerstr.-Pichler Str., Tel. (+39) 0473 945731. Open: Mid-April–beginning of November; closed: until June 30th on Mon and on Tue (Easter, 21+22/04 open / Pentecost, 9 + 10/06 open), 1/7–31/8 no day off, 1/9–beginning of Nov. closed on Mon
Admission: 5,00 € with Südtirol Guest Pass Schenna
Opening hours: www.minigolf-schenna.com
Motorway Meran–Bozen: toll free
Entrance Meran South with direct connection to the Brenner/Brennero motorway
Mountain guide: Information at the Tourist Office Schenna
Mushrooms: Please note the following provisions enacted in order to preserve and protect the forests as well as the environment in Südtirol/South Tyrol (Provincial Law 19/6/1991). Please do not crush any mushrooms underfoot, they are vital for the forests; do not use rakes or sticks when picking them. When can you collect mushrooms?
> Non-residents are required to pay a standard fee per person and per day spent collecting at the town hall of the municipality where they wish to collect mushrooms. (It is, of course, possible to pay for several days at once).
> on even days of the month from 7 am–7 pm;
> maximum one kilo per person (aged 14 years & over) per day. The mushrooms must be coarsely cleaned where they are collected. You may only carry them in solid, open and thoroughly aired containers. Please note: Your permit must always be clearly visible when you are collecting the mushrooms!
Nature Park “Texel Group”: Of seven nature parks in Südtirol/South Tyrol, this park is the largest at 33,430 hectares. It comprises a vast high mountain area between two valleys: Schnalstal Valley in the west and Passeiertal Valley in the east. A hike round the Texel Group can be completed on the Meran High Mountain Trail (Meraner Höhenweg) in 5 to 7 days.
Newspapers and magazines: In Schenna newspapers and magazines are available at: Kaufhaus Prunner, Erzherzog Johann Square
Innerhofer, Schennaerstr. (also on Sunday morning)
Illmer in Verdins
Wirtshaus St. Urban in Verdins (only on Sunday morning)
Open-air swimming pool Schenna, Mitterplattweg, Tel. (+39) 327 2299690
Open from May to September (depending on weather conditions), large meadow for sunbathing, panoramic terrace, café, restaurant; 20-minute walk from the village centre along the Mitterplattweg; car park, bus stop.
Panoramic Hiking Map: this special map of Schenna for walks and hikes with a lot of suggestions for walks and hikes is available at the Tourist Office Schenna (in English).
Parish house: Schenna, Verdins and Prenn - Obertall/Talle di Sopra
Kirchweg, Priest Reverend Albert Pixner, Tel. (+39) 0473 945633
Parking: car park - Verdinserstr. (fire brigade)
Car park - Schlossweg (school)
Village centre car park
Raiffeisenkasse multi-storey car park - center
Car park in front of Café Christoph (limited parking zone)
Open-air swimming pool car park (20-minute walk to village centre)
Open: Mon–Fri 8 am–6.30 pm, Sat 8 am–12 noon; closed on Sat afternoon and Sundays.
Playground: Natural playground in “Rebenpark” in the centre of the village of Schenna with fantastic installations. All kinds of fun guaranteed for young and old. Test your agility on the balancing equipment and in the climbing forest, demonstrate your bravery on the rock wall climbing mountain and chill out and relax on the nest swings.
Other playgrounds: St.-Georgener-Str., Ifingerstr., Verdins, Obertall, Taser Alm Cabin and Meran 2000
Police Officer Schenna: Town hall, Tel. (+39) 0473 945621
Head office Meran, Tel. (+39) 0473 250160
Post code information: the Tourist Office Schenna will be pleased to give you post code information for most European countries. Tel. (+39) 0473 945669
Rafting: Rubber boat trips on the river Etsch between Kastelbell/Castelbello and Naturns/Naturno and on the river Passer, Acquaterra, Tel. (+39) 336 611336
Adventure Südtirol, Tel. (+39) 346 6070641
Südtirol Rafting: rubber boat trips on the river Passer, Tel. (+39) 349 4178393
Railway Station Meran: Tel. (+39) 840 000471
Italian Railways, www.trenitalia.com, Tel. (+39) 892021
The 0 (zero) of the respective local area prefix must be omitted!
Please note: country code for Italy: 0039, with prefix: 0039 (+39) 0473
Tennis: Tennis courts at the public open-air swimming pool in Schenna, Tel. (+39) 347 171 6247, 2 floodlit sand courts (with proper tennis shoes only!)
Hotel Taushof, Tel. (+39) 0473 944333
Indoor tennis courts in Meran (Meranarena), Tel. (+39) 0473 236550
and in Marling/Marlengo (South Tyrolean Tennis Camp), Tel. (+39) 0473 449777
Toll roads: Italy’s motorways are all subject to toll fees; please don’t forget your ticket when using the motorway! Here are some tolls for the Brenner/Brennero motorway; information: Tel. (+39) 0472 201521
From to to to to Bozen/Bolzano - South Brenner/Brennero Trento Verona/North Venice
Cars and buses (2 axles) 6.50 4.60 10.10 19.80
In Austria, too, the motorways and some highways are subject to toll fees. Brenner–Innsbruck motorway: one-way € 12.00
Wine tasting and sale: Vinothek Mairhofer, Schennaerstr. 23, Schenna, see page 32 Tel. (+39) 328 4385529; tasting every Wed at 4.30 pm, registration at the Tourist Office Schenna or Tel. (+39) 0473 945 646 / info@weinklaus.com: speedtasting every day.
Weingut Innerleiterhof (vineyard), Leiterweg 8, Schenna, Tel. (+39) 0473 946000, sale (March–Nov.) see page 33 guided tour and tasting every Thu at 4.30 pm, registration at the Tourist Office Schenna. Weingut Pföstl (vineyard), Alte Str. 14, Schenna, Tel. 0473 230760
Wine tasting on request, wine sales: see page 33
City.Vinothek - Meran - Tel. +39 0473 693717, www.kellereimeran.it, guided tour and tasting: Tue, Wed and Thu at 10.30 am, Mon and Fri at 3 pm, registration required. Opening hours: Mon–Sat 9 am–8 pm, Sun 9 am–1 pm
Kellerei Meran (wine cellar), Marling/Marlengo, Tel. (+39) 0473 447137, www.kellereimeran.it. Guided tour and tasting: (12/3–07/11) Wed, Thu and Fri at 3 pm, all year round every Wed 3 pm, registration required. Opening hours Panorama-Önothek: Mon-Fri 8 am - 7 pm, Sat 8 am - 6 pm
Schlosskellerei Rametz (wine cellar), Meran, Tel. (+39) 0473 211011, www.rametz.com - opening hours wine shop: mid-March– beginning of Nov. 10 am–6.30 pm, closed on Sun. Tip: guided tour through the vineyards, museum, and hist. cellar with wine tasting: Tue 2.30 pm, Thu and Fri 4 pm. Groups from 15 pers. on request.
Discover Schenna
The village itself features a church hill with three churches, a mausoleum and a castle.
» Schenna Castle
www.schloss-schenna.com, info@schloss-schenna.com
Anyone who thinks that Schenna Castle is just a collection of cold stone and historical facts is wrong. Its walls hide stories of people and fates, of war and peace, great and small deeds, as well as love and good fortune.
Experience the culture of centuries gone by as well as the lively history of the village and region, and discover great figures, all of whom have made their mark here. Today the castle is still owned by Archduke Johann’s descendants, the Counts of Meran, who live in the castle.
Visits only with guided tour and online registration (www.schloss-schenna. com) from Tuesday to Friday at 10.30 am, 11.30 am, 2 pm and 3 pm. Evening tours every Monday and Thursday at 9 pm. Closed Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays. Admission with guided tour: € 14.00 for adults, € 5.00 for children until 14 years of age. Open from 14th April to 31th October 2025.
» Mausoleum
www.schloss-schenna.com, info@schloss-schenna.com
The neo-Gothic sepulchral chapel for Archduke Johann of Austria and his family is, thanks to its architecture and the craftsmanship of its decoration, among the most important sacred buildings of the 19th century. Guided tours: every Tuesday and Thursdays at 9.30 am (meeting point: Mausoleum; admission € 6.00, free admission for children up to 10 years of age) or as part of the guided tour of the village’s art history every Tuesday (registration and meeting point: Schenna Tourist Information Office, Tel. (+39) 0473 945669). Open from 15th April to 30th October 2025.
» New Parish Church
The construction was started in 1914 but the church was only finished in 1931, as it got interrupted by WWI. The chancel is decorated with sculptures of the twelve apostles. There is also a beautiful and impressive representation of the Stations of the Cross carved by Johann Mury. The stained glass windows come from the Tyrolean Institute for Stained Glass in Innsbruck. The new organ was built by Franz Zanin from Udine in 1993 and was artistically decorated by Herbert Schönweger. It consists of 32 stops, great organ, positive organ and pedal and has 2,744 pipes.
» Old Parish Church
This church was built in the 12th and 13th centuries in the Romanesque style and was completely remodelled in the 16th century. The altars are in Baroque style. The church was renovated between 1975 and 1981, in the course of which frescos were exposed that are very similar to the particularly expressive ones in the Johannes Chapel.
» St. Martin Church
This small Romanesque church dates back to the 12th century and is thus the oldest historic monument in the village. Nowadays it is used as a mortuary. The building has two naves each with a round apse and two central pillars and was built according to Carolingian proportions.
» St. Georg Church
This round church dating from the 12th and 13th centuries is dedicated to St. Georg. It is situated about 2 km above Schenna. Various beautiful old frescos decorate the interior and there is also an artistic Gothic winged altarpiece. The central pillar carries the date 1591, the year in which a lightning strike completely destroyed almost half of the church.
Opening hours: Mon, Tue and Fri: 11.15 am–4.30 pm (closed on holidays) Open: from April to October
» Verdins Parish Church is a good example of a modern architectural style combined with old familiar tradition. Construction began at the end of the 1970s on the south side of the old church. The altar representing the Lord’s Supper is a remarkable piece of art. The wonderful stained glass windows are made by artist Monika Mahlknecht.
» Town Hall
The town hall, which dates back to 1549, is situated in the village square and has vaults and old ceilings that prove its age. Until the end of the 19th century it was an inn known as the Oberwirtshaus belonging to the Prunner family. It was bought by local authorities in 1894.
Places of interest / To visit
Opening times for the sights can be found on the relevant website or are available at the Tourist Information Office.
MERAN AND THE SURROUNDING AREA
» Guided tours of Meran Information and booking at Tourist Office Meran, Tel. (+39) 0473 272000 www.meran.eu
» “Landesfürstliche Burg” (Prince’s Castle)
Meran, Galileistr., Tel. (+39) 329 0186390
The complex dates from the Gothic and Renaissance periods. In addition, in the castle there is a chapel with a fresco from the 16th century. There is an interesting exhibition of historic weapons and collection of antique musical instruments. Closed on Mondays.
» The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle; Touriseum
Meran, St. Valentin Str. 51a, Tel. (+39) 0473 255600, www.trauttmansdorff.it
The slopes above Meran are home to a park covering around 12 hectares where more than 3,000 species of plants are on public display. The park contains four main exhibition areas - gardens with plants growing exceptionally well in the sun, elevated gardens featuring water as a design element, gardens with a forest component, and the native landscape is also given an important role. Eleven pavilions introduce the visitor to the basics of botany. Some of the big attractions are the pond with water lilies, the multi-media show at the grotto, the Japanese garden, the glasshouse with a collection of orchids, the bamboo maze and the geological mosaic. Open daily.
LUMAGICA (Light park): 20/11/2025 – 6/01/2026 from 4.30 pm to 9 pm.
Kunst Meran serves as a platform for contemporary art with regularly changing shows covering the plastic arts, architecture, literature, music, photography and new media. Closed on Mondays.
The Schmid family’s private Wine Museum at Rametz Castle includes implements and tools for producing wine as well as for working the soil, pest control and crop growing in the area. Closed on Sundays.
The museum is a local museum whose collection includes archaeological findings, sculptures and paintings mainly from Tirol, as well as some curiosities from around the world (Napoleon’s death mask, Sudanese weapons collection, Egyptian Mummy ...). Closed on Mondays.
» South Tyrolean Museum of History - Tyrol Castle
Dorf Tirol, Schlossweg 24, Tel. (+39) 0473 220221, www.schlosstirol.it
Historic castle of the province of Tyrol; residence of the sovereign in the style of the Hohenstaufen castles of the 12th and 13th centuries. Two palatial buildings with a two-storey chapel are in good condition. Romanesque style, Gothic frescos. Closed on Mondays.
» Brunnenburg Museum
Dorf Tirol, Ezra-Pound-Weg 3, Tel. (+39) 339 180 3086, www.brunnenburg.net
Life on the steep slope: exhibits showing rural life, hall of the knight’s castle, Ezra Pound memorial. Closed on Fridays and Saturdays.
» Bird Care Centre near Tyrol Castle
Dorf Tirol, Schlossweg 25, Tel. (+39) 0473 221500, www.gufyland.com
Nature experience, bird of prey nature trail, bird care centre.
Every day flight demonstrations. Closed on Mondays, except Easter Monday and Whit Monday.
The Gothic winged altar in Niederlana is an artistic monument of European importance. At over 14 metres tall and 7 metres wide, it is one of the largest winged altars to have been preserved. It consists of 33 carved figures, some of which are life-sized. The altar shrine was created between 1503 and 1511 by the workshop of Hans Schnatterpeck. The backs of the wings are decorated with paintings of the Passion by Hans Schäufelein, a pupil of Dürer.
Only open for guided tours: Tue–Fri 11 am and Wed 3 pm. In July and August only Tue–Fri 11 am.
1500 historical typewriters provide an insight into one hundred years of typewriter development. Closed on Sundays (except every first sunday of the month) and holidays.
» St. Prokulus Church and Museum
Naturns, Sankt Prokulus Str. 1a, Tel. (+39) 0473 673139, www.prokulus.org.
This church was built in the first half of the VII century and is famous for its unique murals from the Early Middle Ages. The museum is located next to the St. Prokulus church focuses on the epochs Late Antiquity, Middle Ages and Pestilence. At the heart of the exhibition are the archaeological finds from the church and its cemetery. Visitors can admire the high-quality original wall paintings from the late 14th and early 15th century and explore tombs which recount the horrors of the plague.
The current opening hours can be found on the website and on Facebook “St. Prokulus Kirche und Museum”.
The permanent exhibition at the new “Texel Group” Visitor Centre is based around the theme of water. At various stations different plants and animals are displayed in glass cabinets representing the various habitats. Closed on Sundays, Mondays and holidays; July and August closed on Mondays.
Collection of Tibetan objects, mountain picture gallery, Collection of masks. Closed on Wednesdays.
» Archaeological open-air museum “archeoParc Schnalstal”
Schnalstal Valley - Unser Frau 163, Tel. (+39) 0473 676020, www.archeoparc.it
Indoor and outdoor exhibitions on Ötzi, the Iceman, who was discovered 1991 in the nearby glaciers. Demonstrations on prehistoric fire making every hour and hands-on activities for families. Open daily. Closed: 22–30/06.
Spring aund autumn exhibition. Open to visitors: castle complex and courtyard, the castle kitchens, bay window room, round tower, great hall and castle chapel, the “Via Claudia Augusta” exhibition.
Twelve natural aquariums combine to recreate an aqueous high mountain biotope comprised of streams, rivers, a lake, a moor and a pond. The European pond turtle, native to this region, as well as reptiles and amphibians can also be seen at close quarters. Closed on Sundays and Mondays.
» Glurns - Medieval Town Office
Information at the Tourist Information Centre, Tel. (+39) 0473 831097
Smallest town in Tyrol and Italy – fully preserved town walls with three towers, picturesque arcades and stately houses of the nobility and middle classes.
Built in the 13th century, extended to make the loveliest Renaissance residence in South Tyrol by the Counts von Trapp in the 16th century, today it is considered to be one of the best-preserved castle complexes. The largest private collection of armour in the world and the Chapel of St. Nicholas with its groined vaults are especially worth seeing. Viewing only with a guide. Closed on Mondays (except holidays).
Precious objects, films and regularly alternating exhibitions from the largest monastic archive provide a glimpse behind the walls of the monastery and are just waiting to be discovered. Visitors can learn all kinds of interesting facts about the 900 years of history of the monastery and about the everyday lives of its monks today. Closed on Sundays and church holidays, except Easter and Whit Monday.
The Region of South Tyrol
South Tyrol is a land of variety and fascinating contrasts, where the mountainous meets the Mediterranean, tradition embraces modernity and German coexists with Italian. A special blend, the origins of which lie in an eventful history. For a good 550 years, South Tyrol was part of the Habsburg empire. During its struggles for freedom, for a short time the region became part of Bavaria (1805-1813). Serious repercussions followed the First World War, when South Tyrol was separated from Austria and incorporated into Italy (1919). The then fascist state pursued an uncompromising policy of Italianisation and banned the German language. After turbulent decades South Tyrol eventually won autonomy for itself, and over the years this has gradually been extended. Today, around 520,000 people and three linguistic groups live in South Tyrol: German, Italian and Ladin. The latter makes up around 4% of the total population and is almost exclusively concentrated in the villages of Val Gardena and Val Badia. The different influences are not only linguistic in nature, but have also had a lasting impact on the culture and cuisine and helped South Tyrol become its unique, excitingly varied self.
Area: 7400 km2 - of which: 3 % Cultivation of fruit and vine
10 % Meadowland
21 % Alpine pasture
1 % Agriculture
42 % Forest
Altitude: Less than 500 m
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Glurns / Glorenza
Glurns / Glorenza
Glurns / Glorenza
Innsbruck
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Sterzing / Vipiteno
Sterzing / Vipiteno
Sterzing / Vipiteno
Bruneck / Brunico Brixen / Bressanone
Mera n / Merano
Bruneck / Brunico Brixen / Bressanone
Bruneck / Brunico Brixen / Bressanone
Mera n / Merano
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Population: Total inhabitants, approx. 530.000 of whom: 62 % German (1919: 223,000)
23 % Italian (1919: 8,000)
4 % Ladin (1919: 10,000)
11 % other
Municipalities: Total 116 municipalities, the largest in terms of area is Sarentino/Sarnthein (302 km2), the smallest is Caines/ Kuens (1.6 km2)
Mera n / Merano
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LAGO DI GARDA DOLOMITI
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Cortina
Boze n / Bolzano
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Cortina
Boze n / Bolzano
Boze n / Bolzano
Sights: Altstadt (old town centre) with arcades, cathedral, museum, Runkelstein Castle, Michael Pacher altar in the Old Parish Church of Gries, “Ötzi” (the iceman) Museum, Messner Mountain Museum. Salzbur g
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Capital city: Bozen, 265 m above sea level, about 107,000 inhabitants, distance from Schenna 30 km, shopping and industrial town.
The South Tyrolean cuisine combines traditional recipes, handed down over generations, with a Mediterranean flair, creating gourmet delights from local produce. The following restaurant guide introduces you to the coffee shops, ice-cream parlours, restaurants, pizzeria and vinotheques in Schenna. Opening times are published on www.schenna.com/food-wine, in the Schenna app and the tourist information office.
» Alpenrose Hotel, Coffee shop
Bergerweg 6, Tel. (+39) 0473 945683, www.alpenrose-hotel.it, info@alpenrose-hotel.it, closed: none, opening times: from 10 am Coffe, cake, ice cream, aperitifs
» Anny Ice cream parlour
Kupferlochgasse 4, Tel. (+39) 331 3943156, closed: none, opening times: 10.30 am to 10 pm
In an idyllic little alley in the center of Schenna, a true ice cream experience awaits you! Come by and let yourself be tempted by 24 daily homemade ice cream flavors and sundaes - fresh, delicious and creative! The ice cream flavors vary every day and depending on the season, so we can always guarantee you the best taste! You can take the ice cream with you or relax and enjoy it on our sunny benches. We are looking forward to it!
» Bad Verdins Inn
F4
20 30
F5
Verdins Dorf 5, Tel. (+39) 0473 949401, closed: Thursdays, open: throughout the year, only in the evening, Sun and holidays also at midday
» Christophs Coffee House & Snack Bar
Schennaerstr. 2, closed: Sundays, opening times: 10 am to 6 pm Right in the centre of Schenna. High quality teas and coffees. Sumptuous cake buffet and delicious ice cream specialities (also to take away). Delicious sweet and savoury snacks. Ideal for satisfying hunger in between meals. Excellent quality. Freshly prepared. Served with love. Something to suit every taste!
Not only our hotel guests but also external visitors can enjoy the warm and inviting atmosphere of our gourmet restaurant JOSELIE in Schenna. Located within Hotel Das Sonnenparadies, JOSELIE is the perfect place to savor refined dishes that combine the traditions of South Tyrolean cuisine with international flavors. We focus on the highest quality and the selection of local ingredients to deliver authentic tastes paired with sophisticated haute cuisine. Tip: On special occasions, we also host exclusive culinary events. Find out more at das-sonnenparadies.it. Table reservations are appreciated.
Immerse yourself in the authentic atmosphere of a South Tyrolean village while savouring the local delicacies. Our bistro in the heart of Schenna welcomes you with a glass of good wine … and if you feel peckish during the day you can choose between a typical South Tyrolean Marende, sandwiches, or a “Leberkäsesemmel” .
» Der Weinmesser Hotel, Restaurant H5
Schennaerstr. 41, Tel. (+39) 0473 945660, www.weinmesser.com, info@weinmesser.com, closed: none, opening times: 12 noon to 2 pm, 7 pm to 9 pm, hot meals: 12 noon to 2 pm, 7 pm to 9 pm light food & good wine. Tip: Dine & Wine, over 700 wines in the cellar
» Dorf-Café Coffee shop
Verdins Dorf 23, Tel. (+39) 0473 949565, closed: Sundays, opening times: 11 am to 6.30 pm
Comfortable coffee-shop with wonderful panoramic views from the terrace. Right across the road from the parish church. We serve home-made apple strudel, as well as other cakes and coffee. Wide variety of ice-cream specialities, smoothies, as well as freshly pressed fruit juices. Small snacks available throughout the day. Draft beers. Bus stop and children’s playground nearby.
» Verdinser Dorfstub’m Inn
Verdins Dorf 7, Tel. (+39) 0473 949423, www.verdinserhof.it, info@verdinserhof.it, closed: Wednesdays, opening times: 5.30 pm to 11 pm, hot meals: 6 pm to 9 pm
We look forward to your visit to our traditional tavern where you can find simple but special South Tyrolean cuisine and tradition. We only cook with local and seasonal produce. Tip: Tuesdays at 8 pm, Tyrolean music with dancing.
» Emmi Coffee shop, Bistro
C4
F5
40 40
» Das Sonnenparadies – Restaurant Joselie D4
Verdinserstr. 41, Tel. (+39) 0473 945676, www.das-sonnenparadies.it, info@das-sonnenparadies.it, closed: none, opening times: 7.30 am to 11 pm, hot meals: 6.30 pm to 9.30 pm
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Schennaerstr. 31, Tel. (+39) 0473 943585, closed: Mondays, open: all year round, opening times: 7 am to 6 pm, hot meals: small snacks throughout the day (toast, baguettes, pizza)
We offer daily fresh bread and rolls (only on order), homemade cakes, strudel and pastries, delicious ice cream sundaes, milkshakes and smoothies. Start the day with a rich breakfast choosing from crispy croissant, homemade muesli and jams, freshly made juices and delicious coffee. Afternoons on our terrace mean relaxing with an aperitif or glass of fine wine.
» Georgenhof Restaurant
St.-Georgener-Str. 41, Tel. (+39) 0473 945689, closed: Mondays and Tuesdays (July–Sept. closed on Tuesdays), opening times: 11 am to 10 pm, hot meals: 11 am–2 pm, 4.30 pm to 9 pm, Pizza: 4.30 pm–10 pm. Reservation required.
Traditional restaurant in St. Georgen/S. Giorgio. We offer pizzas to our guests. There is enough space for parking. In the afternoon we serve you on our sunny terrace homemade apple strudel, sundaes, cocktails and coffee. Tip: menus and grill specialities.
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» “Mountain Village Hasenegg” Gourmet Restaurant D3
Schennaberg 2, Tel. (+39) 0473 949419, www.hasenegg.it, info@hasenegg.it, closed: Tuesdays, opening times: 10 am to 10 pm, hot meals: 12 noon to 2 pm, 6 pm to 8.30 pm, from May to the end of September every Wednesday barbecue evening. The gourmet restaurant for connoisseurs. Simply enjoy! Experience the genuine South Tyrolean culture of indulgence, delicious specialities and enjoyable culinary pleasures with views of the breathtaking mountains. We will spoil you with seasonal delicacies prepared using the very best ingredients from the gourmet region of South Tyrol. Our cosy atmosphere and the unique panoramic terrace are ideal for family parties, birthday parties, weddings and all kinds of celebration.
Verdinserstr. 3, Tel. (+39) 0473 945851, www.konditorei-hoefler.it info@konditorei-hoefler.it, closed: Wednesdays, opening times: 6.30 am to 10 pm, winter opening hours 9 am to 6 pm Delicious breakfast 6.30–11 am with fresh bread, home-made specialities, croissants, muesli, freshly-squeezed juices, top-quality Meinl coffee and exclusive tea varieties. Lunch and Dinner Menu. Snacks all day: pizza, toast, toast with bacon, eggs & cheese, bruschetta. Fresh bread on Sundays too, cakes, strudels, ice cream sundaes. Aperitifs, Cocktails, Wine, Schnapps. New, cosy café with sun terrace and parking. Tip: Birthday cakes and house specialities made to order.
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» Hohenwart Hotel, Restaurant, Coffee shop G5
Verdinserstr. 5, Tel. (+39) 0473 944400, www.hohenwart.com, info@hohenwart.com, closed: none, opening times: 8 am to 12 midnight, hot meals: 11.30 am to 2 pm, 7 pm to 8.30 pm Alpine-Mediterranean cuisine made of fresh local produce. Afternoon: cakes and ice-cream specialities from our own cake shop. Seating also available on sun terrace or in one of our comfortable lounges.
» Köstenthaler-Hof Beer garden, Restaurant
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Each spoonful of ice cream tells a story, blending traditional and innovative craftsmanship. With us, nothing is hidden. Experience our transparent production process, where only the best ingredients make their way into your ice cream bowl. For an ultimate holiday sensation come and enjoy our ice cream in a sun chair with a magnificent view! Ice creams to go. Outdoor seating available.
» Mair Stub’m Restaurant, Coffee shop
Schennaerstr. 7/D, Tel. (+39) 0473 945344, www.mairstubm.com, info@mairstubm.com closed: Saturdays, opening times: 9 am to 11.30 pm, hot meals: 11.30 am to 9 pm.
Restaurant and coffee shop in the centre of Schenna, with large sun terrace and winter garden. Differents cakes and wide variety of ice-cream specialities. Good home cooking, offering Tyrolean and Italian specialities. Special weeks: April–beginning of June: Asparagus Weeks; July–November: Mushroom Weeks. Tip: home-made tiramisu, apple strudel
» Marlene’s Fashion & Café Coffee shop
Schennaerstr. 1, Tel. (+39) 0473 945845, www.marlenes.it, info@marlenes.it, closed: Sundays, open: all year round, opening times: Mon to Fri 8.30 am to 6 pm, Sat 8.30 am to 12.30 pm
The café works almost exclusively with regional produce: our range captures the international zeitgeist and offers simple, unfussy enjoyment: coffee, smoothies, small sweet treats and various aperitifs. We put great emphasis on homespun, high quality.
» Marlene’s Salotto Coffee shop
Schennaerstr. 4, Tel. (+39) 0473 945845, www.marlenes.it, info@marlenes.it, closed: Sundays and holidays, opening times: Mon to Fri 9.30 am to 6 pm, Sat 9.30 am to 12.30 pm
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ConceptStore – Coffee and Aperitivo 10 10
» Moserhof Restaurant, Coffee shop
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D4 Hofweg 3, Tel. (+39) 0473 945831, www.koestenthaler.com koestenthaler@rolmail.net, closed: from Wednesday (all day) until Thursday 5 pm, opening times: 11 am to 10 pm, hot meals: 12 noon to 2 pm, 6 pm to 8.30 pm Inn in panoramic position – 200 m after the valley station of the Taser cable car - with down-to-earth fare and Tyrolean specialties; large garden with panoramic view. Rosted pork legs, chicken and spare ribs fresh from the grill every Thursday. Special weeks: Mushrooms in summertime and Törggelen in autumn. Tip: Fruit and vegetables from our own garden; homemade juices and bacon, animal enclosure. Apartments.
» „Luminis food & wine“ Restaurant
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St.-Georgener-Str. 40, Tel. (+39) 0473 945688, www.moserhof.it, info@moserhof.it, closed: Wednesdays, opening times: 8 am to midnight, hot meals: 11.30 am to 2 pm, 5 pm to 9 pm, afternoon: small snacks.
The Moserhof Restaurant is modern yet traditional with fantastic views of the Burggrafenamt region. Come in, feel at home, simply enjoy yourselves! Located in St. Georgen, the restaurant-hotel transformed into an inn in 1966 and attracts nowadays with its genuine charm, genuine hospitality and excellent local cuisine. Depending on the season, the menu offers fish, asparagus, herbs and venison dishes. In our comfortably furnished guest rooms, winter garden and panoramic terrace you can enjoy small dishes, ice cream specialties and our delicious apple strudel in the afternoon. Reservation required.
» Ofenbaur, Bistro F7
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J6 Alte Straße 14, Tel. (+39) 0473 230760, www.schennaresort.com, closed: none, opening hours: Son to Tue 11.30 am to 7 pm, Wed to Sat 11.30 am to 9 pm (last acceptance), hot meals: 11.30 am to 5 pm, 7 pm to 9 pm Welcome at the LUMINIS. The name comes from Latin and means ‘light’ – a fitting expression for our bright, sun-drenched restaurant. A place where brightness and lightness not only fill the space but also the well-being of our guests. Leave the everyday behind and enjoy the culinary creations.
» Mano Eismanufaktur Ice cream parlour
G6 Schennaerstr. 5 A, Tel. (+39) 378 084 3747, mano.eismanufaktur@gmail.com, closed: probably Mondays (please check with the tourist office), opening times: 11 am to 10 pm
At the time of printing this brochure, the tenant had not yet been determined. Please contact the Tourist Office.
» Petermann Restaurant F5 Verdinserstr. 15A, Tel. (+39) 393 2268824, www.petermann-schenna.it, info@petermann-schenna.it, closed: Sundays and Mondays, opening times: 5 pm to 11 pm, hot meals: 5.30 pm to 9.30 pm
The restaurant offers modern, light cuisine that is both healthy and tasty. Innovative dishes are prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients that give a new interpretation to classic delicacies.
» Tannerhof Restaurant
Schennaerstr. 20, Tel. (+39) 0473 943229, www.tannerhof-schenna. com, info@tannerhof-schenna.com, closed: Sundays, open: all year round, opening times: 7 am to 10 pm, hot meals: 11.30 am to 2 pm, 5.30 pm to 9 pm
Centrally located restaurant with traditional, seasonal cuisine.
Very well preserved 15th century inn with ancient “smoking kitchen”. Traditional Tyrolean specialities are served in the rustic parlours and shady garden. The Thurnerhof is one of the loveliest and oldest farmhouses in Schenna and one of the oldest inns in South Tyrol.
» Tiefenbrunn Inn, Coffee shop
Verdinserstr. 34/A, Tel. (+39) 0473 945818, www.tiefenbrunn.com, info@tiefenbrunn.com, closed: Saturdays, open: all year round, opening times: 9 am to 3 pm and 5 pm to 11 pm, hot meals: 12 noon to 2 pm, 6 pm to 8 pm
Country inn with good home cooking. South Tyrolean specialities, Italian dishes and grilled meats. Home-made apple and fruit juices. In the afternoon: cakes and ice-cream specialities on the sun terrace. Tip: for lunch: Hiker’s menu.
“Your meeting place for an aperitif” - expert wine advice - sale. Online Shop www.weinklaus.com
» Weinmesser’s VINOthek – Wine & People
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Shops
Alber - Erzherzog Johann Square 5 (+39) 0473 945644
Shoe shop - Mon–Fri 8.30 am–12.30 pm, 2.30 pm–6 pm; Sat 8.30 am–12.30 pm, from Easter to All Saint’s Day: Sat additionally 3.30 pm–5.30 pm F5 5
Alpinart - Ifingerstr. 12–4 (+39) 349 6590028
Atelier Monika Kienzl - Only open by telephone agreement E4 10
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Verdinserstr. 1, Tel. (+39) 0473 945660 / (+39) 335 5215229, www.weinmesser.com, info@weinmesser.com closed: Tuesdays, opening times: 11 am to midnight The place where WINE lovers get together. Top selection of South Tyrolean and Italian wines, olive oil, balsamic vinegar etc. 10 8
Anders Schnitzerstube / Anders T Shirt Design (+39) 335 6161609
Vorlandweg 1A
Traditional South Tyrolean woodcarvings and printing workshop (personalized textiles - individually printed or embroidered, gladly also unique pieces, stickers, signs, etc.) - Mon–Fri 8.30 am –12 noon, 3 pm–6 pm H5 31
Bogardt - Erzherzog Johann Square 7 (+39) 0473 236280
Food, home smoked speck (bacon) and “Kaminwurzen” (sausages), farm cheese, hiking maps, South Tyrolean wines, cigarettes, newspapers Mon–Fri 8 am–12 noon, 2.30–6.30 pm, Sat 8 am–12 noon, 3–6 pm C4 26
Innerhofer - Schennaerstr. 5 (+39) 0473 945891
Arts and crafts, trad. costumes, fashion, newspapers, cigarettes
Signs & symbols
18 38 Disabled access Credit cards
Indoor seating
Outdoor seating
Buses/groups welcome Children’s playground
Indoor playroom
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» Wein.Genuss of the wine cellar Innerleiterhof G6 Leiterweg 8, Tel. (+39) 0473 946000, www.innerleiterhof.it closed: Tuesdays, opening times: 11 am to 4 pm The wine lounge in an idyllic spot below Schenna, directly on wine hiking trail.
Smoking area
Dogs not permitted
Gluten-free meals Parking
Charging station for e-car
Note: The companies named are members of the Schenna Tourist Board. The Tourist Board cannot accept any responsibility for the information provided by these companies. This restaurant guide makes no claim to completeness.
Mon–Fri 8 am–1 pm, 3–6.30 pm, Sat 8 am–1 pm, Sun 9 am–12.30 pm G6
Flowers, gardening - March to beginning of June: Mon–Fri 8 am–12.30 pm, 2 pm–6 pm, Sat 8 am–12.30 pm, beginning of June to Oct.: Mon–Fri 8 am–12.30 pm, 3 pm–6 pm, Sat 8 am–12 noon
EVENING SHOPPING: During the summer evening in Raiffeisen Square (May to September) all the shops in the centre of Schenna will be open until 9.30 pm.
Farm shops, winery and vinotheques
Boarbichl - Obertall 32 (+39) 389 5718501
Cheese dairy, farm shop - Tue and Wed 2 pm–4 pm, Thu, Fri and Sat 10 am–12 noon, 2 pm–4 pm. Onlineshop: www.boarbichl.com
Red and white wine, apple juice, dried apples, fruit spreads, syrups Tue+Thu 3 pm–7 pm, Fri + Sat 8 am–11 am, 3 pm–7 pm, until 1/9 Sun, Mon + Wed closed, outside opening hours on request
Hilburgerhof (farm shop) - St. Georgner Str. 2 (+39) 339 5233611 Own farm products
14/4–30/8: Wed–Sat 9 am–12 noon, 1/9–15/11: Mon–Sat 8 am–11 am, 3 pm–6 pm, Sun and holidays closed, outside opening hours on request
Facial treatment according to Dr. Hauschka, massages, manicure and pedicure with varnish and permanent lacquer, depilation, make-up and extras, eyelash lift, sale of Dr. Hauschka and Bergila products100% certified natural cosmetics.
Mon–Sat by appointment (whatsapp too), info@gluecksschmiede.it
Hairdressers
(closed on Sundays and Mondays)
Salon Brillant - Men and women, Vorlandweg 20 (+39) 0473 945868 H5 20
Irene’s Haarecke - Men and women, Schennaerstr. 36 (+39) 0473 943126 H5 8
Martin Reisen - Lana (+39) 335 6191800, 0473 563071
The companies and shops named are members of the Schenna Tourist Board.
Mountain inns, mountain huts and court taverns
Opening times are published on www.schenna.com/mountain-inns-huts, in the Schenna app and the tourist information office.
» Alpenblick Inn - Obertall/Talle di Sopra - Prenn
Tel. (+39) 0473 949753, open: all year, opening times: 8 am to 11 pm, hot meals: all day, closed: none
» Assenhütte Cabin - Hirzer area
Tel. (+39) 347 5308364, open: beginning/mid-May to mid/end of October, opening times: 9.30 am to 5 pm, hot meals: 11 am to 4 pm, closed: Mondays
» Bachlerhof Farm - Schennaberg/Montescena
Tel. (+39) 0473 949515, opening times: 10 am to 6 pm, hot meals: all day (evening reservation required), closed: Saturdays
» Cafe am Waal Inn - Schenner Waalweg
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F4 Tel. (+39) 0473 310424, www.cafeamwaal.it, info@cafeamwaal.it, opening times: 9 am to 6 pm, hot meals: 11.30 am to 2.30 pm, closed: Saturdays
» Egger Mountain Inn - Schennaberg
F2 Tel. (+39) 0473 945555, www.eggerhof-walzl.com, opening times: 10 am to 6 pm, hot meals: 11.30 am to 5 pm, closed: Sundays
» Florerhof Court Tavern - St. Georgener Str. 49
Tel. (+39) 324 749 4980, www.florerhof.com, info@florerhof.com, opening times: 9 am to 7 pm, hot meals: 11 am to 6 pm, closed: Wednesdays and Thursdays
» Gompm Alm Mountain Hut - Hirzer area
Tel. (+39) 0473 949544, www.gompmalm.com, servus@gompmalm.com, open: May to October, opening times: 10 am to 4.30 pm, hot meals: 11 am to 4 pm, closed: none
» Greitererhof Inn - Schennaberg
Tel. (+39) 0473 945976, www.greitererhof.it, opening times: 9 am to 10 pm, hot meals: 12 noon to 8 pm, closed: Mondays
» Grube Inn - Obertall - Hirzer area
Tel. (+39) 0473 949404, www.gasthofgrube.com, opening times: 8 am to 11 pm, hot meals: all day, closed: none
» Haashof Inn - Videgg
Tel. (+39) 0473 949509, www.haashof.it, opening times: 10 am to 10 pm, hot meals: 11.30 am to 5 pm, dinner on request, closed: Fridays
» Hiaslbauer Mountain Inn - Videgg
Tel. (+39) 0473 949452, opening times: 9 am to 10 pm, hot meals: all day, closed: none
» Hintereggalm Mountain Hut - Hirzer area
Tel. (+39) 375 7790196, hintereggalm@gmail.com, open: mid/end of May to beginning of November, opening times: 9 am to 6 pm, hot meals: 11.30 am to 5 pm, closed: Mondays
» Hirzerhütte Alpine Refuge - Hirzer area
Tel. (+39) 330 515900, www.hirzerhuette.com, open: May to November, opening times: 9 am to 8 pm, hot meals: until 3.30 pm closed: Saturdays
» Hochwies Inn - Obertall - Prenn
Tel. (+39) 0473 949462, www.hochwies.com, opening times: 8 am to 11 pm, hot meals: all day, closed: Mondays
» Holznerhof Farm - Schennaberg
Tel. (+39) 0473 945948, www.holznerhof.schenna.com, opening times: 11 am to 6 pm, hot meals: all day, closed: Mondays. Reservation required for groups.
» Ifingerhütte Cabin - Schennaberg
Tel. (+39) 333 4549002, (+39) 348 7517365, open: beginning of May to beginning of November, opening times: 9 am to 6 pm, hot meals: continuous, closed: May and June Fridays
» Klammeben Inn - Hirzer area
Tel. (+39) 0473 949422, opening times: 8.30 am to 6.30 pm, hot meals: all day, closed: none
» Leiten Alm - Schennaberg
Tel. (+39) 333 9051465, Fam. Kuen, open: mid-May to end of October, opening times: 9 am to 6 pm, hot meals: 11 am to 4 pm, closed: Mondays
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» Mahd-Alm Mountain Hut - Hirzer area
Tel. (+39) 348 7934572, open: May to November, opening times: 8 am to 6 pm, hot meals: all day, closed: Wednesdays
» Oberkirn Inn - Obertall - Oberkirn
Tel. (+39) 0473 949459, www.oberkirn.it, opening times: 8 am to 8 pm, hot meals: all day until 7 pm, closed: none
» Mountain Lodge Prennanger Inn - Obertall - Prenn
Tel. (+39) 0473 860801, www.prennanger.com, opening times: 10 am to 9 pm, hot meals: 12 noon to 3 pm, 6 pm–8 pm, on reservation, closed: please inform yourself on site
» Rast am Waal - am Maiser Waalweg
Tel. (+39) 366 2273197, (+39) 335 6819192, opening times: Wed to Fri 10 am to 7 pm, Sat and Sun 11 am to 8 pm, closed: Mondays and Tuesdays
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» Resegger Alm Mountain Hut- Hirzer area
Tel. (+39) 347 1869512, karin.molgg@gmail.com, open: May to end of October, opening times: 9 am to 6 pm, hot meals: all day, closed: Fridays, none in July and August
» Salfgut Farm - St. Georgen
Tel. (+39) 0473 945680, opening times: 11 am to 6 pm, hot meals: 11 am to 3 pm, closed: Wednesdays; closed in July and August
» Schnugger Hof Farm - Schennaberg
Tel. (+39) 0473 945859, opening times: 10 am to 6 pm, hot meals: all day, closed: Saturdays
» Stafell Alm Mountain Hut - Hirzer area
Tel. (+39) 338 8038580, www.stafellalm.com, opening times: 8 am to 6 pm, hot meals: all day, closed: none
» Sterneck Mountain Inn - Obertall - Prenn
Tel. (+39) 0473 949529, gasthaus.sterneck@gmail.com, open: all year, opening times: 9 am to 10 pm, hot meals: 12 noon to 7 pm, closed: Thursdays
» Streitweide Mountain Hut - Schennaberg
Tel. (+39) 389 6895442, (+39) 333 9757363, (+39) 333 8871189, streitweideralm@gmail.com, open: May to November, opening times: 9 am to 6 pm, hot meals: 11.30 am to 4 pm, closed: none
» Taser Alm Inn - Schennaberg
Tel. (+39) 0473 945615, www.taseralm.com opening times: 8 am to 6 pm, hot meals: 12 noon am to 2.30 pm, closed: Thursdays and Fridays; Sundays reservations required
» Untermeinlechner Inn - Untertall
Tel. (+39) 0473 949722, (+39) 333 1725026, open: all year, opening times: 10 am to 7 pm, hot meals: all day, closed: none; from midNovember to mid-March: Mondays. In the evening reservations required.
» Videgg Inn – Videgg
Tel. (+39) 0473 949416, www.videgg.it, opening times: 8 am–11 pm, hot meals: all day, closed: Wednesdays
» Waalerhütte Cabin - Schenner Waalweg
Tel. (+39) 389 689 5442, opening times: 11 am–6 pm, hot meals: all day, closed: Fridays
» Zmailer Farm - Schennaberg
Tel. (+39) 0473 945881, opening times: 10 am to 6 pm, hot meals: until 5 pm, closed: Fridays
From 9 am to 5 pm, 21/6 to 28/9 from 8.30 am to 5.30 pm. Prices are published on the website. Open from 9/5 to 2/11 and from beginning of Dec. to March
From 9.30 am to 4.30 pm, 21/6 to 28/9 from 9 am to 5.15 pm. Prices are published on the website. Open from 9/5 to 2/11 and from beginning of Dec. to March
31/3 to 26/10: 8 am to 7 pm every half hour; 27/10 to March: 8 am to 5 pm every hour, Sundays until 6 pm every half our.
Adult: round trip € 16.00 / one-way € 11.00
Child: round trip € 6.00 / one-way € 5.00
Open all year round (Information about renovation work by the Tourist Office)
Burgstall–Vöran Cable Car - Tel. (+39) 0473 278187
On workdays: from 7 am to 8 am and from 9 am to 7.40 pm every 20 minutes., 1/5–30/9 last ride 8 pm, Sundays and holidays: from 8.20 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 7.40 pm every 20 minutes., 1/5–30/9 last ride 8 pm. Free of charge with the Südtirol Guest Pass.
Open all year round (Information about renovation work by the Tourist Office; closed on 25/12 and 1/1)
Vilpian–Mölten Cable Car - Tel. (+39) 0471 668053
On workdays: 13/4–10/11 from 7 am to 11.30 am every 15 minutes, from 1 pm to 2.30 pm every 15 minutes, from 4 pm to 5.30 pm every 15 minutes, 6 pm and 7 pm; 11/11–Palm Sunday from 7 am to 9.30 am every 15 minutes, from 1 pm to 2.30 pm every 15 minutes, from 4 pm to 5 pm every 15 minutes, 6 pm and 7 pm, Sundays and holidays: 13/4–10/11 from 8 am to 12 noon every 15 minutes, from 1 pm to 5.30 pm every 15 minutes, 6 pm and 7 pm, 11/11– Palm Sunday from 9 am to 12 noon every 15 minutes, from 1 pm to 5 pm every 15minutes, 6 pm and 7 pm. Free of charge with the Südtirol Guest Pass.
Open all year round (Information about renovation work by the Tourist Office)
Aschbach–Rabland Cable Car - Tel. (+39) 0473 967198 - www.aschbach.it 2/4–beginning of Nov. from 8 am to 12 noon and from 1 pm to 7 pm, beginning of Nov. 2025–end of March 2026 from 8 am to 11 am and 1 pm to 6.30 pm. Sundays and holidays: from 8 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 5 pm. Prices are published on the website.
Open all year round (Information about renovation work by the Tourist Office)
Open from end of June to beginning of October, winter season (see website)
Sulden Cable Car - Tel. (+39) 0473 613047 - www.seilbahnensulden.it
From 8.30 am to 12.45 pm and 2 pm to 5 pm every 15 minutes. Prices are published on the website. Open from end of June to beginning of October, winter season (see website)
Seiser Alm/Alpe di Siusi Cable Car - Tel. (+39) 0471 704270
From 8 am to 6 pm/7 pm. Prices are published on the website.
Open from 23/5 to 2/11 and winter season from December to April
Ritten Cable Car - Tel. (+39) 0471 352993
6.30 am to 7 pm every 4 minutes, 7 pm to 9.48 pm every 4–12 minutes, 10.15 pm and 10.45 pm, Sun and holidays from 7.02 am. Free of charge with the Südtirol Guest Pass
Open all year round (Information about renovation work by the Tourist Office)
S = The prices are valid with Südtirol Guest Pass Schenna.
Hiking routes
Schenna offers a vast network of well marked hiking trails.
Five cable cars and two chair lifts make the climb to the mountain walks easier, and there are many inviting places to stop for a meal or snack made of local Tyrolean delicacies on the mountain pastures.
Information about guided hikes and hiking suggestions are published on www.schenna.com/guided-hikes, in the Schenna app and the Tourist Office.
SUGGESTED HIKES - OUR CLASSICS
» Footpath to Meran
There are several ways of getting to Meran on foot:
a) The leisurely Mitterplattweg leads through the orchards in a southerly direction to the open-air swimming pool and then on via Tschoigassl to the Oberhasler and Planta Castle. Follow Schoenblickstrasse to Vergilstrasse and then on to Lazagsteig; we cross the river Passer on the lovely stone bridge and then take the shady Gilfpromenade to the old town of Meran. Walking time: 1 hr
b) Follow Mitterplattweg to “Stickles Gassl”, an ancient connecting route from Schenna to Obermais. At the Sonnwendhof, the Maiser irrigation channel path (Waalweg) branches off to the left and leads to Planta Castle. From there we follow the same route as described in a) above. Walking time: 1 hr
c) At the Tourist Information Office, Rothalerweg branches off and leads uphill to the Maiser irrigation channel path (Maiser Waalweg). This mostly shady and always flat path takes you to Planta Castle. From there we follow the same route as described in a) above. Walking time: 1 ½ hrs
» bacchus & pomina – the new Wine Trail
From the starting point of the “Bacchus & Pomina” themed trail in the centre of Schenna, the Wine Trail branches off along Katnauweg and Leiterweg, which – as it passes the Innerleiterhof Vineyard – leads downhill to the Maiser Waalweg path. Following the babbling irrigation channel, the trail winds along to Meran as far as Planta Castle. It then climbs up to Schenna lido along Haslerweg and Tschoigassl. Mitterplattweg then leads back to the starting point. Over a distance of 5.3 km, the trail leads, sometimes steeply, sometimes in leisurely fashion, through the sun-kissed terroir and in the process provides fabulous views of Schenna Castle and the spa town of Meran. However, the many attractions along the way – such as a flavour station
encourage walkers to take a little more time. Not least so that they can pay a visit to the wine cellars and farm shops, which are practically right by the trail. Walking time: 1 ½ hrs
» bacchus & pomina – the new Apple Trail
From the starting point of the “Bacchus & Pomina” themed trail in the centre of Schenna, the Apple Trail leads along Wiesenweg to Verdinserstrasse, until just before Pizzeria Petermann. Here, it continues towards the Auelerhof, then past the Lothhof and Krebishof, up into the parish of St. Georgen, which offers a marvellous view of Meran. From here the trail leads downhill to Rodelstein and along St. Georgener Strasse back to the starting point. Covering a distance of 3.7 km and with a manageable elevation gain of 180 m, the Apple Trail is suitable as an entertaining hike for young and old alike, on which not only beehives and apple wind chimes can be found, but also farm shops where you can try home-made products. Walking time: 1 ½ hrs
» The Höfeweg (Farm Trail) on the Schennaberg
The Höfeweg above Schenna provides insights into the rural cultural and natural landscape. The combination of historic farmsteads and fabulous views of Merano and its environs make this hike a genuine delight.
Above the school and the Ifinger hotel turn right and cross Ifingerstrasse. Go up to the Taser Cable Car valley station near the Pichler Hotel. The beautiful Waalweg path starts on the right hand side; walking southwards reach the romantic Katzenleiter and Brunjaunhof farm. The path offers beautiful views of Meran. It continues above St. Georgen and goes downhill back to Schenna. The Round Church in St. Georgen with its frescos offers an amazing panoramic view and is perfect for lingering a while. Walking time: 2 hrs
» Maiser Waalweg route
At the Schennerhof Hotel, take the Katnauweg path and then the Leiterweg which leads past Innerleiter farm to the Maiser Waalweg and follow the flat route northwards, cross the Schnuggenbach beck until we reach Petauner farm. Continue along the way to the Riffianerweg which leads back to Schenna. Walking time: 2 hrs.
There is a new Kneipp station with a 6 metre-long foot bath on the Schenna Waalweg irrigation channel path.
» Alpine excursion at the foot of the Hirzer
Starting from Klammeben, passing by the Hirzerhütte refuge, reach a flat path (marking 1-E5) which leads us to the alpine pastures of Hinteregg and Mahd. Just behind the pastures, continue uphill to the Rotmoos. Follow the path (marking 2) back to the Tallneralm alpine pasture and Klammeben. This route is especially recommended during the rhododendron flowering season (end of June/beginning of July). Walking time: 3 hrs
We would like to draw your attention to our “Panorama Hiking Map” with hiking suggestions. It is available at the Tourist Information Office.
Biking
There are numerous alpine roads and tracks for cycling in Schenna and the surrounding area. The range covers leisurely bike rides along the Passer and Etsch rivers to challenging mountain bike routes high in the mountains, including forest trails and farm tracks through meadows and forests, to huts and alpine pastures on the Schennaberg and in the Hirzer area as well as on the Hafling and Meran 2000 plateau.
Cycling is prohibited on the Waalweg routes and on sidewalks.
» Cycling tips
Vinschgau Valley: a cycle ride in the Vinschgau Valley is a special experience: go from Meran as far as Mals/Malles by train and then take the cycle path back to Meran – 60 km (regular bus/bike shuttle in the Vinschgau Valley also from Schenna)
Passeiertal Valley: from Schenna along the Riffianerweg to Saltaus/Saltusio and along the river Passer to St. Martin/S. Martino (16 km) or St. Leonhard/ S. Leonardo (20 km).
Etschtal Valley: from Lana through the orchards to Nals/Nalles (10 km) and Andrian/Andriano (15 km).
» Tips with the mountain bike
Assenhütte-Tour: This is a short, easy tour that begins in the small hamlet Videgg. Travel past the Haashof and to the end of the tarred road. Proceed for a short time over the narrow dirt road downhill, until a forest road (Assenweg) branches off to the left. Carry on upward along this road to a fork, keep to the right, and continue up the dirt road that ends in the middle of the high pastures at the Assenhütte Cabin. Length: 2,56 km, height difference: 266 m
Gsteier-Tour: From the Schenna center briefly back toward Meran to the first intersection, then turn left (signage Taser and St. Georgen). Proceed up a steep hill for a short time, then turn right toward St. Georgen, continue uphill until a left turn is reached shortly after the Mühlhaus Pension. In the hairpin turn the signposted path branches off to Gsteier Mountain Inn. Length: 6,69 km, high difference: 790 m
» Guided E-Bike Rides
Start in Schenna on Tuesday and Thursday with the guide Stephan Höflerinformation and booking: Tel. (+39) 339 5851807, www.hoeflers.info
The pleasure bike tour with Sissitours
Information an booking: www.sissitours.it, Tel. (+39) 0473 424344
Bike & Hike: www.bikeandhike.it, Tel. (+39) 340 4890532
» E-bike and MTB hire in Schenna E-bike Schenna - Schennaerstr. 31 - Tel. (+39) 334 9561820, www.schenna-bike.com
Südtirol Rad - railway station in Meran, Naturns and Mals/Malles, in Reschen/Resia, Kurzras/Maso Corto (Schnalstal Valley), Lana (Eurocenter) and Bozen (Verdi Square). Tel. (+39) 0473 201500, www.suedtirol-rad.com
Papin Sport - railway station in Meran, Latsch/Laces, Schlanders/Silandro, Spondinig/Spondigna and Mals, in Reschen and Bozen - Tel. (+39) 0474 913450, www.papinsport.com
Bike and Hike - Algund - Tel. (+39) 340 4890532, www.bikeandhike.it
Bike Shop - St. Martin/Passeiertal Valley - Tel. (+39) 349 6238430, www.bikeshop-passeier.it
» Bikemobil Card
This card entitles its holder to rent a bicycle and to us all public transport (bus & train) on one day. Information on prices and points of sale: www.suedtirolmobil.info
» Bike Shuttle in the Vinschgau Valley
If you have your own bike with you and want to experience the cycle path through the Vinschgau Valley, then a bike shuttle is available to take you from Schenna to the starting point on Mals or Reschen - from May to October every Tuesday and Wednesday. Meeting point at 9 am at the fire hall Schenna. Price: € 22.50 per person. Contact: Taxi Iris, Tel. (+39) 333 5657464, www.taxi-iris.com. Reservations can also be made at the Tourist Office Schenna.
Via ferrata Heini Holzer Ifinger–Schenna
When the Heini Holzer via ferrata on the Ifinger opened at the end of July 2016, Schenna welcomed its only route so far that was fully secured by a steel cable over a rocky ridge. The 550 metre ascent is divided into 16 individual passages of moderate difficulty (A - B - B/C, duration: three to four hours). This means that it can also be tackled by families with children who have experience of climbing (from 12 years of age). Due to its south-west orientation, it is also possible to access the climb from April until late autumn - depending on the winter weather. For experienced climbers the via ferrata is also accessible during many winter months. A complete set of equipment is absolutely essential! This includes a belt and helmet as well as a full via ferrata set. Anyone who prefers not to try the route independently can be accompanied by a state-certified mountain guide. Reservations in Tourist Office Schenna on tel. (+39) 0473 945669. The flyer for the via ferrata is available in the Tourist Office or from your accommodation provider. More information is available on www.klettersteig-heiniholzer.com.
Sunny’s family programme
The Tourist Office Schenna offers at Easter, Whitsuntide, autumn and the Christmas holidays, as well as from June to September an exciting and informative children’s programme with certified nature and territory guide, herb educationalist, and qualified kindergarten teacher, Elisabeth Taibon Karnutsch: Fairy tale and play hike, creative nature workshop and much more (only in German or Italian language).
A detailed programme is available from the Tourist Office Schenna and online on www.schenna.com (in German and Italian).
Schenna4Kids and Schenna4Family
Escape! Join Sunny on an adventure tour of Schenna. Get hold of a copy of the activity and explorer’s booklet “Schenna4Kids”. In the booklet they will find puzzles and pictures to colour in during a break at one of the many alpine chalets and mountain inns. At the participating alpine chalets and mountain inns you can also collect stamps. A great prize awaits you as a reward, which you can pick up at the Tourist Office Schenna. For parents there is the “Schenna4Family” map, which contains information on themed trails, family excursions, pushchair-friendly trails and other leisure activities in and around Schenna. Ready, steady, go! Wave goodbye to boredom!
Natural playground “Rebenpark”
The playground, with some great new equipment (predominantly made from wood), is located in the centre of Schenna. Test your agility on the balancing equipment and in the climbing forest, demonstrate your bravery on the climbing mountain and chill out and relax on the nest swings. Comfortable picnic benches and a fabulous view of Meran and the Etschtal Valley mean you’ll not want to leave in a hurry. Loads of fun for young and old alike!
A warm and sunny climate
It is well known that the valley basin of Meran has an outstandingly mild climate. The south-western slopes in particular are favoured by this climate, since they get the most sun. Schenna is especially fortunate in its position on the slopes beneath the Ifinger and Hirzer mountain range and deserves the description “warm and sunny” more than any other place around. Statistically, on average the sun shines for 66 per cent of the year. For December the climate statistics show an average of 97 hours of sunshine, whilst in March the sun shines for 175 hours, in June 235 and in September 195 hours. Stefan Klotzner, a Schenna farmer, has taken his own measurements. As early as April 2024 the maximum temperature rose to 27 degrees, whilst in June it was 32 degrees, in August 33 degrees, 32 degrees in September, 21 degrees in October and 10 degrees in December.
Incidentally, the fruit trees are in bloom throughout April and harvest begins in early September and lasts until mid-October.
AGRICULTURE IN SCHENNA
The total area used for agriculture or forestry (740,000 hectares) is subdivided as follows:
9% of the working population in South Tyrol is employed in agriculture and forestry.
About 1,000,000 tonnes of apples, 5,000 tonnes of pears and 50,000 tonnes of grapes grow in South Tyrol. 307,000 hectares are covered by forest, 92% of which is coniferous (of which 62% spruce, 18% larch, 11% pine).
Of the total area of the municipality (4,800 hectares), 2,377 hectares are forest, 1,346 hectares are meadow and pastureland, 300 hectares are used for growing fruit, 30 hectares for the cultivation of grapes, 21 hectares are arable land, 680 hectares are non-productive and 42 hectares are used for housing. 800,000 fruit trees grow over 300 hectares in Schenna. The average fruit production is 1400 fruit containers weighing 100 kg each.
You may have noticed that many walking trails run through orchards and vineyards, whose cultivation requires a great deal of effort and hard work.
CULTIVATION
The sun-kissed slopes around Schenna provide the perfect conditions for growing delicious varieties of apple, which flourish at altitudes of up to 800 metres above sea level. Schenna’s apple growers work in harmony with nature in accordance with the principles of integrated fruit cultivation or organic production. Their aim is to produce quality fruit whilst at the same time ensuring optimal protection of both people and the environment, with a minimum use of chemicals and utilising sophisticated methods of pest control with the help of beneficial animals and insects. The “g.g.A.” quality label vouches for the high quality of the local apples and guarantees their complete traceability. For years, Schenna’s fruit growing industry has been based on sustainable practices, and this can be seen through a variety of tangible measures, for example large apple trees are increasingly being replaced by smaller trees that are easier to pick from. Pest-resistant varieties reduce the use of insecticides, whilst efficient application techniques keep drift to a minimum and modern irrigation technology ensures minimal wastage of water.
Frost-protection sprinkling
To protect the tender apple blossom from the dangerous night-time frosts, in spring the farmers sometimes have to get out of bed at night in order to irrigate the sensitive blooms at temperatures below freezing. The thin layer of ice that forms around the buds protects the blossom from being killed by frost. The next day the orchards awaken as glittering icy landscapes sparkling in the sunshine.
The irrigation channels, agricultural elixir of life
As in many places in Merano and environs, in Schenna the water for irrigating the orchards and vineyards is drawn from what are known as “waale” (artificially lain irrigation channels). Schenna’s “waal” takes its water from the Masulbach stream and the river Passer. The “waale”, which were originally painstakingly dug by hand by farmers, date back to the 13th century. The path alongside the “waal”, which today is a popular hiking trail, previously was used by the “waaler”, who was responsible for constantly checking and maintaining the water course and who also had to monitor the precisely allocated irrigation times – known as the “roaden”. Today, Schenna has a water-saving irrigation system, which targets the precious moisture where it is needed via drip tubing to the tree roots.
The Saltner
In order to protect the fruit from thieves, until about 1960 it was customary in and around Schenna to employ a “Saltner”, who guarded the orchards and vineyards with a knife, halberd and pistol. Today, farmers and landowners appeal to the good sense of their fellow men and for understanding of the hard work required of apple and grape growers from the time when the trees and vines blossom until the fruit is harvested. “For the farmer the harvest, the hiker the landscape”
Incidentally: fresh apples from Schenna’s trees are available to buy direct and at low cost during the season from some local farms and all year round from the Cafa growers’ cooperative in Meran.
WINE GROWING
In Schenna’s vineyards the maxim “quality before quantity” applies. The sun-kissed vines that grow on the western edge of Schenna along the Mitterplattweg and that adorn the steep slopes of the hill where the church stands, cover only a relatively small area, but are of remarkable quality. Several vintners have discovered their passion for the noble grape juice in recent years and dedicated themselves to producing some very fine wines. Among the red wines, the most prominent variety is Vernatsch, which has lately been joined by the full-bodied Lagrein and Blauburgunder (Pinot Noir). The predominant varieties of white wine are Chardonnay, Weissburgunder (Pinot Blanc) and Sauvignon.
TIP: The Rametz Wine Museum in Meran/Obermais, which is just a stone’s throw away from Schenna, has lots of interesting information about the development and history of wine growing.
LIVESTOCK AND DAIRY FARMING
Of the 200 agricultural businesses in Schenna, a total of around 70 keep about 1,500 head of livestock: cattle, sheep, goats, pigs and chickens. The mostly small farms are to be found in the mountains, in steep locations where hard manual labour is the order of the day. Around 2,600,000 l of milk are produced on Schenna’s farms annually; the majority of this is delivered to the dairy plant (Milchhof) in Merano or to Bergmilch AG in Bolzano. It is very rare for dairy farming alone to provide a sufficient living for the farmer’s family. For this reason, the majority of livestock farmers have an alternative source of income alongside farming – a second job or they rent rooms and apartments to paying guests. Increasingly, new and innovative paths are being followed. Above all the younger generation is opening up real opportunities with the production of artisanal products such as cheese made from fresh mountain milk, speck and other high quality delicacies to secure a lasting future for mountain farmers and their farms. Ultimately, their tireless contribution to the preservation of our well-kept landscape is an invaluable benefit to us all.
AlpsGo! E-CarSharing in Schenna
Smart, sustainable, and flexible
Discover a new way to get around Schenna with AlpsGo! E-CarSharing. Convenient, eco-friendly, and always available, this fully electric vehicle offers ultimate flexibility for residents and visitors alike. Effortless booking – anytime, anywhere: with the intuitive AlpsGo! app, getting behind the wheel couldn’t be easier. Simply register, book the car on the spot, or plan your trip in advance – all at the tap of a button.
Rent the electric car by the hour or day, with no hidden fees – you only pay for the time you actually use. All costs are included in the fare, which you can check directly in the app after each trip. DB and Flinkster customers also enjoy a discount on registration fees. The vehicle has a dedicated parking spot right in the village center, next to the entrance of the Raiffeisenkasse parking garage, complete with its own charging station.
AlpsGo! is more than just a car – it’s a commitment to sustainable mobility. By choosing electric, you’re helping to cut down on emissions and noise pollution, making Schenna an even more enjoyable place to explore. Whether as a complement to public transport or an independent option for day trips, this car lets you travel responsibly and with total flexibility.
Need help getting started? The Schenna Tourist Office is happy to assist with registration and any questions you may have.
schenna.com/e-carsharing
30/9–5/10
Südtirol Classic Schenna Golden Edition
At the “little sister” event of the legendary South Tyrol Classic in Schenna, stopwatches and roadbooks have no role to play. Instead, mountains and nature, autumnal culinary pleasures and magnificently leisurely drives are on the programme. After all, autumn in South Tyrol is a pure delight!“
OCTOBER
Every Sunday late morning in October concert or „Törggelen“ at the Raiffeisen square
21/10
Bauernkuchl – Farmer’s Kitchen with live music „Vincent&Fernando“
Every farmer’s wife has her culinary secrets! At the farmer’s kitchen on the Raiffeisenplatz market square, Schenna’s farmers’ wives offer authentic traditional and tasty specialities.
29/10 Autumn Market in Schenna
Autumn is the time for Törggelen! “Törggelen” comes from the Latin word “torculum”, which means “winepress”. The fragrant smell of roasted chestnuts is truly special, and something which characterises autumn time. People meet together to enjoy Tyrolean specialities, the new wine (known here as “Susser”, from the German word for “sweet”) – and the delicious chestnuts, of course. Innkeepers, farmers, artisans and artists all proffer their wares on Raiffeisenplatz market square, so there’s plenty to see.
NOVEMBER
02–23/11 Game & Wine & Music
At the event series “Game & Wine & Music” in November the buzz in Schenna is focussed on culinary delights. Local restaurants and eateries invite you to taste seasonal game specialities such as sumptuous venison stews and succulent saddle of venison. The sheer variety of the autumnal culinary experiences paired with award-winning regional wines is sure to thrill every gourmet. And while the palate is entertained by such delectable flavours, live folk performances further enhance the authentic atmosphere!
20/11–06/01 LUMAGICA in the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle
In November, the botanical gardens are transformed into a sparkling sea of lights and opens its gates for an unforgettable experience. LUMAGICA will guide you through artfully staged worlds of light that reflect the unique beauty of the gardens and the surroundings - a spectacle that enchants young and old alike.
Nov.–Jan. Ice skating rink in Schenna
DECEMBER
29+30/11
06-08/12
Farmers’ Advent in Schenna
Farmers’ Advent in Schenna attracts visitors with Christmas melodies, the smell of gingerbread and hot punch, and traditional handicrafts. Music and food on site.
All events and more detailed information are published on www.schenna.com/events, in the Schenna app and the tourist information office. Subject to alteration.
Highlights in Meran and environs
01/04–02/06 Merano Spring and Merano Flower Festival
May–Oct. Horseracing at the Meran Racecourse
July+August Garden Nights at Trauttmansdorff Castle
06–08/06 Asfaltart – 19th Internation Street Art Festival, Meran
July 29th Meranojazz Festival & 24th Central European JazzAcademy
05/07 Tour d’Ortles - Meran and surroundings
End of July–
mid-August Midsummer Night, Meran town center
20/08–22/09 40th Südtirol Festival Merano.Meran
27–28/9 86th Meran South Tyrol Grand Prix, Meran Racecourse
11 + 18/10 24rd International Brass Festival of Meran
18–19/10 Grape Festival, Meran
07–11/11 34th Merano WineFestival, Meran
28/11–06/01 Christmas Market, Meran
31/12 New Years Eve in Meran
More detailed information on the events are published on www.meran.eu and in the tourist information office. Subject to alteration.
Winter in Schenna
Snow hikes on untouched paths, typical specialties in rustic huts, crackling open fires and a snow-covered mountain landscape – winter in Schenna is synonymous with nestling, tranquility and idyllic cosiness.
WINTER EVENTS
» Farmers’ Advent in Schenna
29 and 30/11, from 6 to 8/12/2025
Farmers’ Advent in Schenna attracts visitors with Christmas melodies, the smell of gingerbread and hot punch, and traditional handicrafts. Music and food on site.
» Meran Christmas Market
28/11/2024–06/01/2025
From the end of November to the beginning of January, visitors can experience genuine Christmas magic in the romantic atmosphere: traditional handicrafts and wonderful culinary specialities, peaceful moments of cosy togetherness or a sociable hour or two with friends and family – the ingredients of the famous and extremely popular Meran Advent.
» Events in Schenna
Over the Christmas holidays, the Tourist Office Schenna offers a varied programme including guided snowshoe hikes, a family and children’s programme, concerts, guided torch-lit hikes, visits and guided winter hikes. The detailed programme is available in the Schenna App or in the Tourist Office Schenna on request.
» Winter Experience in Tall/Talle December to March
Some restaurants in Prenn and in Videgg invite both guests and locals to culinary pleasures und relaxation in an unspoilt winter landscape. The natural conditions of the Hirzer area are not only ideal for snowshoe hikers and ski mountaineers but also for families looking for tranquility in the mountains while walking or tobogganing. Toboggan and snowshoe rental: Sterneck
SPORTS & ACTIVITIES
» Ice-skating in the village centre
The ice-rink in the centre of the village of Schenna provides fun and games for the whole family from November to January. Ice skate rental and drinks stand on site.
» Tobogganing
Meran 2000: A three-kilometer long natural tobogganing run at Meran 2000. Toboggan rental at the Meran 2000 skiing area.
» Hiking and snowshoe hiking
Winter fans can explore Schenna and its near surroundings while hiking or walking along cleared paths. Discover the Hirzer area and the Meran 2000 skiing and hiking area on foot or during a guided or individual ski mountaineering tour or snowshoe hike.
You can find lots of useful information as well as numerous tour suggestions for hikes and snowshoe hikes in the “Winter Experience” winter hiking map.
» Bowling
At Restaurant-Pizzeria Lido of Schenna, Alte Str. 12.
» E-bikes Schenna
You can also plan a bike tour in winter to discover the beautiful landscape by e-bike.
Tour 1: Schenna – St. Leonhard in Passeiertal Valley, along the Passer river, app. 20 km, 300 meters of difference in altitude
Tour 2: Schenna – Kaltern/Caldaro, along the Adige cycle route, app. 40 km, 170 meters of difference in altitude
E-bike and mountain bike rental at Garni Schmied Hans, Schennaer Str. 31; by appointment only
Meranarena indoor swimming pool, Gampenstr.74, Meran, www.meranarena.it
Adventure thermal swimming pool Naturns, Feldgasse 5, www.erlebnisbad.it
AquaForum Latsch, Marktstr. 48, www.vivalatsch.it
» Winter horse riding and coach rides
Reiterhof Sulfner, Hafling, www.hotel-sulfner.com
In Jenesien/San Genesio, www.haflinger-reiten.com
» Skiing areas in Meran and environs
The snow in the mountains offers winter sports lovers a variety of possibilities ranging from skiing, cross-country skiing and tobogganing to snowshoe hiking or hikes through the picturesque winter landscape.
You can easily reach the following five skiing areas from Schenna in 10–60 minutes by car or bus:
Meran 2000 (1,670–2,300 m)
Vigiljoch (1,486–1,814 m)
Schwemmalm (1,150–2,625 m)
Pfelders (1,601–2,502 m)
Alpin Arena Schnals (2,011–3,212 m)
» Skiing and hiking area Meran 2000
The valley station of Meran 2000 is only 4 km away and can be reached in a few minutes by car or by bus (during the Christmas holidays only). This especially child-friendly skiing area with South Tyrol’s/Südtirol’s most modern cable car has 40 km of trails, cross-country trails, the Alpinbob mountain roller coaster and a 3 km-long natural tobogganing run. The slopes are able to meet all requirements and are equally suitable for ambitious skiers and families with children (under 8 years free).
Season: from mid-December to mid-March www.meran2000.com
Ski and snowboard school Meran 2000: courses for adults and children (www.skischule-meran2000.com)
Ski rental and ski deposit Meran 2000: Rent and go (www.rentandgo.it) and Sport Max
You can find more information about opening hours, slopes, hiking paths, snowshoe hiking and ski mountaineering tours, weather and snow conditions as well as prices on the Internet on www.meran2000.com or in the “Winter adventure Meran 2000” folder.
Bus line
231 Verdins – Schenna – Meran 23/3–1/11/2025
Schenna centre – Meran (weekdays except Saturdays)
6.29 am, 7.18 am, 7.38 am, 8.08 am, 8.38 am, 8.58 am, 9.08 am to 6.08 pm every 12 minutes,
6.08 pm to 8.38 pm every half hour, 9.22 pm, 10.42 pm
Schenna centre – Meran (Saturdays on weekdays)
6.29 am, 7.18 am, 7.38 am, 8.08 am, 8.38 am, 8.53 am, 9.08 am to 5.38 pm every 15 minutes, 5.38 pm to 8.38 every half hour, 9.22 pm, 10.42 pm
Schenna centre – Meran (Sundays and holidays)
7.38 am, 8.38 am to 8.38 pm every half hour
Meran main station – Schenna (weekdays except Saturdays)
6.41 am, 7.01 am, 7.41 am, 8.01 am, 8.21 am, 8.31 am to 5.31 pm every 12 minutes, 5.46 pm,
6.01 pm to 8.01 pm every half hour, 9.01 pm, 10.21 pm
Meran main station – Schenna (Saturdays on weekdays)
6.41 am, 7.01 am, 7.41 am, 8.01 am, 8.31 am,
9.01 am to 6.01 pm every 15 minutes,
06.01 pm to 8.01 pm every half hour, 9.01 pm, 10.21 pm
Meran main station – Schenna (Sundays and holidays)
7.01 am, 8.01 am to 8.01 pm every half hour
Meran main station – Verdins (weekdays except Saturdays)
6.41 am, 7.01 am, 8.01 am, 8.31 am, 9.07 am to 5.31 pm always at .07 and .31, 6.01 pm to 08.01 pm every half hour
Meran main station – Verdins (Saturdays on weekdays)
6.41 am, 7.01 am, 8.01 am, 8.31 am; 9.01 am to 08.01 pm every half hour
Meran main station – Verdins (Sundays and holidays)
7.01 am, 8.01 am to 8.01 pm every half hour
Schenna centre – Verdins (weekdays except Saturdays)
6.59 am, 7.19 am, 8.19 am, 8.49 am to 5.25 pm always at .49 and .25, 5.49 pm to 8.19 pm every half hour
Schenna centre – Verdins (Saturdays on weekdays)
6.59 am, 7.19 am, 8.19 am to 8.19 pm every half hour
7.11 am, 7.31 am, 8.31 am, 9.01 am to 5.37 pm always at .01 and .37, 6.01 pm to 8.31 pm every half hour
Verdins – Schenna – Meran (Saturdays on weekdays)
7.11 am, 7.31 am, 8.31 am to 8.31 pm every half hour
Verdins – Schenna – Meran (Sundays and holidays)
7.31 am, 8.31 am to 8.31 pm every half hour
The timetable until 22/3 and from 2/11 can be found at www.suedtirolmobil.info, in the Schenna app and in the printed pocket timetable (available at the Tourist Office Schenna and from the host).
You can find the timetable for the Schenna hiking bus and other lines in the pocket timetable, which is available at the tourist office and your host, in the Schenna app and at www.suedtirolmobil.info. With the Südtirol Guest Pass you can use all bus lines free of charge. More information on p. 4. For dogs (except small animals), a ticket must be purchased from the driver or at the tourist office. They may only be transported with a muzzle.
Cable Car Taser –Schenna
St. Georgen –Schenna
Chronological history
A chronology of the development of the village and South Tyroledited by Dr. Notburga Unterthurner
1300–850 BC Pre-historic settlements on the church hill in Schenna and on the hill of St. Georg.
15 BC Western Roman Empire: Drusus and Tiberius conquer the Alps area in 476 AD and found the province of Rhaetia.
500–800 AD The Bavarians invade and take over peacefully.
1136 The Goswin Chronical mentions an older church that was replaced by a new one in the 12th century. The parish also included the areas of the Passeier Valley to the left of the river Passer until 1150.
1141 The Earls of Vinschgau call themselves “Earls of Tyrol” for the first time.
1149 The name “Schenna” is first mentioned in documents as “Schennanum”. about 1150 The Lords of Schenna, Odoricus and Hainricus of the Scenano are first mentioned in documents as ministry officials of the Earls of Tyrol.
1248 Year of the foundation of the county of Tyrol which is no longer known as the “land in the mountains” but “dominium comitatis Tyrolis”.
13th century Construction of the round church of St. Georg in the late Romanesque style.
around 1290 Building of St. Martin in the Cemetery following the model of the chapel at Zenoburg Castle.
1346 St. Georg is mentioned in documents as the “old castle mound in Schenna where St. Georg’s Church is situated”. This oldest Schenna Castle was inhabited by Petermann. After the Tyrolean sovereign had handed the administration of the “Burggrafenamt” (surrounding area) to him, had allowed him to build a new castle on the hill in Schenna.
1354 The law court of Schenna is conferred upon Petermann for his lifetime.
1363 The Sovereign, Margarethe Maultasch, confirms Petermann’s judicial function and even confers penal jurisdiction upon him (stocks and gallows).
1369 Petermann of Schenna dies as an extremely powerful sovereign, and as the last of his family.
1370 Adelhaid of Schenna, Petermann’s second daughter marries Hans of Starkenberg, who is thus enfeoffed with Schenna. As an outward sign of this heritage the Starkenbergers combine the coat of arms of the Lords of Schenna with their own hereditary coat of arms.
1422–1423 In the winter, Schenna Castle is besieged for six weeks. After an armistice, Schenna must be surrendered on 16th February. Supervision of the castle is now exercised by a sovereign guardian.
1501 The emperor sells Schenna Castle to the Tyrolean noble Paul of Liechtenstein, who rebuilds it as it is today.
1549 Important secular buildings: 1549 is the year that is inscribed above the stone-framed round arch of the town hall, which has beautiful groined vaults and a timber ceiling. In the parish house there are simple stucco ceilings which date back to the same period and were realised at the same time as those of Castle Thurn.
around 1600 St. Kummernus of St. Georgen: this rather rare representation of the Spanish king’s daughter is venerated by the population as a martyr. 1796–1797 War between Austria and France: French troops reach Meran. Introduction of the Feast of the Sacred Heart.
1800 Archduke Johann of Austria visits Tyrol for the first time at the age of 18. He has a special predilection for nature and the mountains and shows this in a particular way by entrusting two men from Passeier, Haller and Pichler, with the first ascent of the Ortles (1804).
1805 Peace of Pressburg: Tyrol is given to Bavaria.
1809 Tyrolean struggles for independence from Bavarian rule: Archduke Johann plays a particularly important role as Andreas Hofer’s intermediary.
1810 Andreas Hofer is shot by order of Napoleon on 20th February.
1811 An imperial ordinance forbids Archduke Johann’s stay in Tyrol and he chooses Styria as his new home.
1827 Archduke Johann marries the untitled daughter of a keeper of posthorses, Anna Plochl, who is then awarded the title Baroness of Brandhof and from 1850 onwards Countess of Meran.
1845 Archduke Johann buys Schenna Castle and the smaller Thurn Castle. 1848–1849 In Frankfurt am Main the German estates choose Archduke Johann to become their regent.
around 1850 Tourism gradually increases in Meran and it develops into a well-known health resort.
1859 Archduke Johann dies in Graz. According to his wishes, his son, Earl Franz of Meran, has the Mausoleum built in Schenna. It is built in accordance with the design of the Viennese architect Prof. Moritz Wappler in the neo-Gothic style (1860 - 1869). The archduke’s wife, Anna Countess of Meran, their son Franz and his wife Theresia, Countess Lamberg, are also buried in the sepulchral chapel.
1867 Inauguration of the Brenner railway line.
1894–1914 First exchanges of views concerning extending the existing or building a new parish church.
1914 The project of the new parish church designed by the Viennese architect, Eduard Hütter, is approved, and construction work begins.
1914–1918 World War I breaks out. Italy declares war on Austria on 23rd May 1915.
1918 Armistice on the southern front line. South Tyrol is seized by the Italians without any fighting.
1919 In the peace treaty of Saint Germain, South Tyrol is awarded to Italy.
2 Oct 1922 Fascist “March on Bozen” and the beginning of measures to systematically Italianize South Tyrol.
9 June 1925 A decree dissolves and forbids all German associations. German schools are dissolved.
1926–1931 Construction work on the new “Assumption of the Virgin Mary” Parish Church is resumed and completed.
1939 Agreement between Italy and Germany for resettlement of the South Tyrolean population. 86% opt for German citizenship.
1943 German troops seize the Province of Bozen as part of their “Operation Zone Alpine Foothills”.
1945–1946 Petitions and demonstrations in order to achieve the reunification of South Tyrol with Austria.
5 Sept 1946 Signing of the Paris Treaty and the Gruber-Degasperi Autonomy Agreement for South Tyrol.
1954 Inauguration of the Schenna – Meran bus route.
9 Oct 1955 Foundation of the Culture Association, the Association for the Fostering of Regional Values and Traditions and the Association for the Embellishment of Schenna. Paul Pichler is 1st president.
1954–1957 Bomb attacks with the aim of highlighting the problems of South Tyrol to the UN.
11 Nov 1957 Mass demonstration in Sigmundskron seeking separation from Trentino.
1959 Hans Pichler is elected chairman of the Tourist Information Association.
1959 The South Tyrol issue is discussed in the Council of Europe.
1960 Completion of the Schenna-Meran road.
1960–1961 South-Tyrol-resolution before the UN.
1961 Series of bomb attacks.
1963 Opening of the Taser cable car.
1968 Opening of the Verdins cable car.
1968 Opening of the Meran 2000 cable car.
1968–1972 Construction of the Brenner/Brennero motorway.
1969 Agreement on a “package” of autonomous rights for the Province of Bozen.
1973 Opening of the Oberkirn-Grube chair lift.
1974 Opening of the Hirzer cable car.
1974 Opening of the public open-air swimming pool.
1978 With a resolution of the provincial government, the existing Tourist Information Association is replaced by the “Verkehrsamt” (Schenna Tourist Information Office). Hans Pichler, who had been the chairman of the Tourist Information Association, is also elected first chairman of the new Tourist Information Board.
1980 Franz Mair is elected chairman of the Tourist Information Board.
14 Sept 1980 Consecration and blessing of the new bells for the new church in Verdins.
1980 Local elections: Josef Unterthurner is elected mayor.
1980 Construction of the new primary school in Schenna.
1981 Introduction of the Tourist Card.
1984 Partnership between Schenna and Stainz (Austria).
1989 The tourist bus runs for the first time in Schenna; it is meant as a free means of transport for guests and local people.
1990 Local elections: Albert Pircher is elected mayor.
1992 Consecration of the centre for local events, the Unterwirt Club House.
15 Feb 1993 Establishment of the new Tourist Information Centre in Schenna, which replaces the one that had existed since 1978.
20th Jan 1994 Jakob Pichler is elected new chairman of the Tourist Information Board.
1994 Building of the new bridge in the village centre.
1996 Solemn procession and South, North and East Tyrolean ceremony in Bozen on the occasion of the 200th anniversary of the Vow of the Sacred Heart.
1998 The first “South Tyrol Classic” gathering of vintage cars is organized by Schenna Tourist Information Office.
2000 Local elections: Albert Pircher is elected mayor.
2000 The local brass band celebrates its 175th anniversary.
2000 The “Schützen” celebrate their 40th anniversary.
2001 The construction of the music pavilion is completed.
2003 125th anniversary of the Fire Brigade.
2005 Jubilee: 50 years of tourism.
2005 Local elections: Alois Kröll is elected mayor.
2009 Remembrance of the independence struggles of 1809.
2010 Hansjörg Ainhauser is elected the new chairman of the Tourist Information Board.
March 2011 Introduction oft he Schenna Spring Card.
2 April 2011 Opening of the art topic way “ArtBank”.
Nov. 2014 Inauguration of the ice-skating ground on the Raiffeisen square Schenna.
July 2016 Inauguration of the via ferrata Heini Holzer, Meran 2000.
2019 150th anniversary Mausoleum Schenna.
2020 Local elections: Annelies Pichler is elected mayor.
2020 Albert Pixner is the new pastor of Schenna.
2021 Redesign of the Raiffeisen square Schenna
2021 Opening of the new Verdins-Tall Cable Car
2022 Stefan Pföstl is elected the new chairman of the Tourist Information Board
2023 Director Franz Innerhofer retires and Stefan Kaserbacher becomes the new director of the Tourist Information Board
2024 Opening of the “bacchus & pomina” wine and apple trail.
Editor: Tourist Office Schenna
Photo: Tourist Office Schenna/R. Gamper, M. Lafogler, D. Denger, H. Rier, H. Niederkofler, A. Schwarz, G. Mayr, Renè Official Photographer; Meran 2000/M. Kottersteger; IDM Südtirol/ B. Pfitscher, T. Sorvillo, H. Berlet, A. Schwarz, A. Filz; AWEO Italia Röggl; HERB media; Cinemepic
