The orchards and vineyards of Rifiano (504 m) and Caines, just 5 km from Merano, are simply perfect for hiking. Enjoy the pristine countryside and let the charm of these picturesque villages enchant you.
From March to November the pleasant climate is ideal for delightful trips to the Nature Park Gruppo di Tessa, walks along the Merano High Mountain Trail and visits to the many alpine pastures in the Hirzer region.
The Museum Passeier is located on the farm of the Tyrolean patriot Andreas Hofer, the Sandhof Inn. The Jaufenburg Castle is part of the Museum.
The St. Martin am Schneeberg settlement is a former village for miners working at the Schneeberg Monteneve mine and can only be reached on foot. Today the shelter, exhibition and the mine itself document the history of one of the most important lead and zinc mines in Tyrol.
