Val Venosta (Vinschgau)

South Tyrol, Italy

Val Venosta, also called Vinschgau, sits in western South Tyrol, Italy, and stretches from near Merano to Resia Pass with big contrasts in height from 600 meters to over 3,900 meters at King Ortles, the tallest peak there. Visitors see apple orchards and blooming trees in spring, green meadows in summer, and snowy mountains in winter, plus Lake Resia with its old church tower sticking out of the water. The area has the Stelvio National Park for spotting wildlife like the bearded vulture, and paths like Waalwege for easy walks along old water channels. People enjoy hiking to high peaks, biking on trails like the Via Claudia Augusta, and exploring castles and marble quarries. Summer brings chances for mountaineering and nature tours, while winter offers skiing and snow adventures in the sunny valley.

Key facts

• Val Venosta (Vinschgau) is a mountain bike destination in Italy.