Active & Nature
Wherever there are mountains, alpine pastures are synonymous with relaxation and pleasure. This is also true for South Tyrol and in particular in the Dolomites where the rocks jutting out of the plateau offer a panorama that is truly unique and rarely found elsewhere. The alpine pastures play a very important role for the territory and agriculture. They simplify the summer work in the maso (mountain farm) because the livestock are sent out to pasture and the farmer has more time to dedicate to the harvest. This is also beneficial for the health of the animals and for the pasture. 34% of the territory of South Tyrol is comprised of pastures, mostly on plateaus above the forested areas. Approximately half of the livestock is taken out to pasture, underlining the importance of the alpine pasture culture. The Alpe di Siusi is located between Val Gardena and the Isarco Valley and is not only the largest plateau in South Tyrol but in all of Europe. This expanse that extends as far as the eye can see is dominated by the Dolomites: the Massif of Sciliar, Denti di Terrarossa, Sassolungo and Sasso Piatto. Many malghe (mountain farms) are located on the Alpe di Siusi, today reachable via a modern cable car that departs from Siusi. Many of these malghe are used as vacation homes for successful managers that are stressed out and are looking for some peace and tranquillity. The pastures play a primary role in tourism: the malghe are a font of income and tourists enjoy stopping to taste local specialties and more. Families and all those who like easier hiking tours will find a trip in the pastures perfect because of its flat nature and its safety.
Highlights 2012: • Oswald von Wolkensteinritt 2012 | Cavalcata Oswald von Wolkenstein | Oswald von Wolkenstein Riding Tournament 01.06. - 03.06.2012 • Kasteruther Spatzen Open Air 08.06. - 09.06.2012 Kastelruth - Castelrotto • Schlern International Music Festival 05.07. - 25.07.2012 Seis - Siusi • Summer Classics: 09.07. - 13.08.2012 Seis - Siusi • Seiser Alm Running: 22.07.2012
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