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Castel Taufers from afar in summer - Hotel Anewandter
 

Top sights & events in the Valle Aurina and the Dolomites

For explorers of all ages
Excursions & culture

Around Villa Ottone, there’s plenty to see – and even more to experience.
The charming town of Brunico, with its lanes, cafés and museums, is only a few minutes away. Castel Tures stands high above the valley and takes you back to the Middle Ages.
Also: craft markets, churches, old farms, and little hidden gems along the way.
Whether you wander aimlessly or follow a plan – summer here is perfect for a little cultural interlude.

Two children and a woman on a raft on the lake - Hotel Anewandter A boy on the disc slide - Hotel Anewandter Two children and a woman climbing in the Ahrntal mountains - Hotel Anewandter Three children riding through the snow park in the Speikboden ski area - Hotel Anewandter A boy sliding down on a cloth bag - Hotel Anewandter A boy holding a rabbit - Hotel Anewandter A family splashing around in a mountain lake - Hotel Anewandter Two children holding their snowshoes - Hotel Anewandter A father and his son on the summer toboggan run - Hotel Anewandter Four people in the Pedroi mine - Hotel Anewandter

Small adventures. Big memories.
Travelling with children

A family holiday doesn’t need an elaborate programme. Often, it’s the small things that make the day special: a stream for building dams, a tree for climbing, an ice cream after a short walk.
In summer, countless discoveries await – castles, waterfalls, forest playgrounds, horse riding, mountain farms with goats and ponies and lots of space to run free.

And winter has its own kind of magic: building snowmen in the garden, tobogganing on the surrounding toboggan runs and trips to the Family-Funpark in the Skiworld Ahrntal ski area. There, right at the valley station, a winter adventure park awaits – with child-friendly slopes, cheerful characters, and plenty of room for safe snowy fun.

And when it’s time to slow down: the garden is perfect for relaxing – with a drink in hand or toes in the summer grass.
As always: the best tips for little adventures – in any season – are available from our reception. Personal, warm, and no fuss.

Where to today?
Inspiration for your day out
  • Discover Brunico: browse small shops, enjoy a coffee in the old town or visit the Messner Mountain Museum – Brunico blends history, indulgence, and a touch of city charm.
  • Explore Castel Tures: one of South Tyrol’s most beautiful medieval castles – with ancient walls, knights’ halls and an atmospheric setting. Perfect for families too.
  • Cascate di Riva & Sentiero di San Francesco: A scenic walk – past roaring waterfalls, little chapels and the popular Tauferer Advent during the festive season.
  • MMM Ripa: at Castel Brunico, Reinhold Messner shares the lives of mountain peoples – fascinating, powerful and global in perspective.
  • Tre Cime: this natural wonder of the Dolomites simply has to be seen (at least) once. Head off early to experience these striking peaks in their most magical light.
  • Lago di Braies: emerald-green waters framed by sheer cliffs – no wonder this lake is one of South Tyrol’s most photographed sights. Its magic is especially vivid in the stillness of early morning or late evening.
  • Seceda: ride the cable car up and marvel with mouth agape: the striking Odle peaks and the view from Seceda are among the most spectacular panoramas in the Dolomites – an outing full of wide eyes and unforgettable moments.
  • Maranatha nativity museum: a fascinating collection of artistic nativity scenes – both traditional and modern. Ideal for peaceful afternoons or curious children.
  • Small, special & unique: markets, local museums, and strolls along field paths – anyone exploring with open eyes will keep finding hidden gems around Villa Ottone.
The Lake Braies with two wooden boats - Hotel Anewandter The Cir peak with breathtaking views of the South Tyrolean mountains - Hotel Anewandter Waterfall with trees and a bridge in the Valle Aurina - Hotel Anewandter The Three Peaks in summer - Hotel Anewandter The town of Brunico from above - Hotel Anewandter