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The highlights of your holiday in Brixen, South Tyrol

Explore the home of the prince-bishops from your city hotel in Brixen.

What better place for a holiday than Brixen, South Tyrol? After all, the city of the prince-bishops on the Isarco/Eisack river is where you’ll find the soul of South Tyrol. We’ll tell you five reasons why:

Its enchanting old town
The vineyards around the city
The views of the Dolomites
Its mild climate
A whole host of art, culture, history, and sports

The best thing about Brixen? It genuinely is worth a visit at any time of year. Do you still need convincing? We’ll be happy to oblige!

Spend your holiday in Brixen, South Tyrol.

Spring and summer in Brixen

Think about spring. It means the time is ripe for the first hikes or thrilling trail tours on Plose, Brixen’s local mountain. You can sit outside to enjoy a glass of wine in the Vitis garden. A stroll through the Hofburg palace garden is a feast for the eyes and the nose, and whets your appetite for more nature.

A summer stay at Adler, your hotel in Brixen, South Tyrol, gives you so many options: jogging or walking along the river, a leisurely aperitif under the arcades, or a visit to the Water Light Festival.

Your must-not-miss list for spring:

A stroll through the colourful blossoms in the city parks, such as the Herrengarten court garden
Leisurely hikes on the Natz-Schabs plateau, the Valle Isarco/Eisacktal Wine and Apple Trail, or the Pinazweg archaeological trail to Elvas
A walk to Neustift monastery
A bike ride along the river
Museum visits
Shopping in the chic boutiques under Brixen’s arcades
Aperitifs in sunny spots
Jogging along the Isarco/Eisack river
Water Light Festival

Your must-not-miss list for summer:

Nature and exercise: Head up Plose, Brixen’s local mountain
Swim in the Acquarena fun pool. Admission free of charge for 3 hours with the BrixenCard
Pure adrenaline on the high ropes courses in Sterzing and at Laghetto d’Issengo/Issinger Weiher
Hiking/mountaineering in the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage
Adler insider tip: Cool off in the Vahrn Kneipp path on particularly hot days

That’s a holiday in Brixen. South Tyrol at its best.

Autumn and winter in Brixen

Many guests say that autumn is South Tyrol’s most beautiful season. We say: We love them all. But we must admit, autumn certainly does have a lot to offer when it comes to wine and cuisine. You just have to think of traditional “Törggelen”, where you get the chance to sample the treasures of the harvest. Fresh chestnuts, the first wines, and delicious traditional farm dishes with a modern twist.

Our tip: Enjoy the nature and peace on Valle Isarco/Eisacktal’s chestnut trail and then spend a couple of relaxing hours in the spa at Adler, your city hotel with wellness.

At the end of the year, the city always dresses up in its finery. The Christmas market in Brixen is known far beyond the borders of South Tyrol. Stroll through the cheerful market and delight in the festive atmosphere. Our tip: You simply have to sample the regional delicacies at one of the stalls!

Your must-not-miss list for autumn:

Traditional delicacies during Törggelen
Colourful leaves, delicious chestnuts: a chestnut walk on the chestnut trail in Valle Isarco/Eisacktal
Hikes in the low mountains
For all bike fans: the Bike Testival is a real must.
Culture and history in Brixen’s museums
Jogging along the Isarco/Eisack river
Delicious baked goods from South Tyrol at the bread and strudel market

Your must-not-miss list for winter:

Skiing, tobogganing, winter hiking, ski touring, and much more on Plose
Strolling through Brixen’s Christmas market
Cross-country skiing in the surrounding area
Relaxing while swimming at Acquarena. Admission free of charge for 3 hours with the BrixenCard
Culture and history in Brixen’s museums
Adler insider tip: moonlight tobogganing