South Tyrol: in Avelengo Cavalli and mountains in spring

THEor show ad Avelengo (above the basin of Merano), small mountain center and home of the Avelignese horses, is that of the green of the pastures, the coniferous woods and the peaks of the Tessa group, Orthles And Brenta Dolomites. It is no coincidence that the artistic parking areas, with wooden chairs signed by the architects from Verena and David Messner, invite you to enjoy the long panorama The Knottnkino3 circular path (starting point and arrival of the path: the Monte della Costal station from Postal to Verano).

Among the Prati in Fiore di Avelengo

Equally pleasant theExcursion to the three hutsto admire the show of the croci in bloom. The path starts from Avelengo and unfolds on Forestali, passing through the Leadner Alm (1,514 m) hut, the Malga di Verano (1,875 m) and the Wurzer Alm (1.707 m, opens on April 12), with a stop at Brugen pond where to sit on the lawn for a 0 km picnic with cheese cheeses based on hay milk purchased at the Lenkhof dairy (Lenkhof.comvia Verano 4, Avelengo) and with the Spek and the Salamini of the Macelleria Egger Markus (Vicolo Forri 3, Avelengo).

With the Falzeben cable caron the other hand, in a few minutes you can enjoy the last snow reaching the area of Merano 2000Alpine Paradise for Outdoor activities, from hiking to Nordic Walking.

Horseback riding

Among the experiences not to be missed, that of a ride between meadows and pastures with an Avelignese, the horse with a blonde, docile and meek mane that takes its name from the town of Avelengo. Horseback riding in nature and riding courses are proposed by the farmhouse with Gfreinhof riding school (gfreinhof.comvia Avelengo 28, Avelengo). These beautiful animals are the protagonists of the rustic races, a traditional event that dates back to 1896. On Easter Monday, horses and knights with traditional ornaments parade through the streets of Merano And then they reach the hippodrome of the city to participate in the competitions and open the racing season.

Always in Merano, you can visit the Kunst Meran/Merano Arte (kunstmerano art.org/it) which opens the exhibition program with Aerolecticsby the Austrian artist Belinda Kazeem investigating the origins and diffusion in Africa of the European Catholic missionary system, with objects, sounds and images.

A dip in relaxation

After the art and nature paths, it is nice to indulge in total well -being. The Mirabell Hotel, among the Avelengo meadows, has a 6 thousand square meter spa where to go from the large indoor/outdoor swimming pool to aromatic showers, from the Turkish bath to the herbs to the steam bath with saline water. Elegant relaxation spaces such as lounges and panoramic salons and saunas (where to try the rites of the Aufguss or Banya Siberiana) and the outdoor lounge with fireplace and mountain views are available to guests.

Where to sleep in Avelengo

Hotel Chalet Mirabell
Via Falzeben, 112, Avelengo di Sopra. It is part of the Belvita Leading Wellnesshotels Südtirol, ideal for those looking for well -being, sports and relaxation. Easter Special 7 = 6 package with a free night on seven, gourmet pension at ¾, yoga and pilates sessions, access to the Premium spa, guided excursions, e-bike tours, activity with blade and alpaca, from 2290 euros per person in double. Belvita.it/it

Where to eat

Malga waidmann
Near the Monte di Cabbedben cable car, it offers traditional dishes, from polenta to strudel, to be enjoyed on the terrace overlooking. Facebook.com/meran2000

What to buy

Runggaldier Tracht & Tradition Via Portici 246 F, Merano. Boutique specialized in cotta wool garments, cashmere, loden. runggaldier1896.com

Kikinger Via Portici 165, Merano. Craft candles and egg shells emptied and hand painted. kikinger.it

Info

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