Wildlife at Rainguthof
At our small, cozy, and very old mountain farm, we keep many different small animals such as ponies, dwarf goats, peacocks, horses, dwarf sheep, woolly pigs, donkeys, ducks, and geese… For children, a visit is always an adventure, as they can pet some of the animals, and there is always new offspring throughout the year.
10 minutes by car
Laghetti di Ruffré
The walk to the two lakes is very pleasant. They have different natural environments: one is a rich and interesting habitat, while the other was designed for relaxation, sunbathing, or perhaps picnicking with friends or family. Near the lakes, there is also a small bar with outdoor chairs and tables, from which you can overlook the green shores of the lakes. Tame ducks also live nearby, which can be observed.
20 minutes by car
Coflari Ranch
Coflari Ranch is the perfect place for lovers of all-around riding. Thanks to the large outdoor arena, the covered riding arena, the original mountain trail, and countless paths that dive into the neighboring forests, our guests can fully experience the secrets of the American mountains, ride in the midst of nature, or enjoy pleasant carriage rides, both in summer and winter. For the little ones, there are also cute ponies to help them gain their first riding experiences or simply get closer to these magnificent animals.
Tel: +39 463870133
20 minutes by car
Hippolyt
After a gentle hike, visitors are rewarded with a breathtaking panorama that stretches from the peaks of the Texelgruppe high above Meran down to Bolzano and across the Tisner mountains. For this reason, St. Hippolyt in Naraun is also called “the king’s lodge of the Burggrafenamt.”
Due to its exposed location, the hill of St. Hippolyt was visited as early as the Neolithic period, around the 4th millennium BC, making it one of the oldest settlement sites in South Tyrol. Numerous archaeological finds such as arrowheads, knives, and clothing brooches testify to settlement during the Bronze and Iron Ages.
Since 2020, there has been a guesthouse on the hill that offers visitors food and drink. The cozy seating areas invite you to linger, making the hill of St. Hippolyt in Naraun a worthwhile destination for the whole family, as well as for athletes and those seeking tranquility away from the noise of the world, who want to recharge their energy in the special atmosphere of the place.
15 minutes to the parking lot
Felixer Wasserfall – La cascata di Tret
The Felixer Pond or Tretsee (Lago di Tret) is located in the Nonstal Alps, at the point where South Tyrol and the Italian-speaking Trentino meet. The 3.84-hectare pond appears already on the 18th-century Atlas Tyrolensis. At that time, it was unnamed, but later became known as Felixer Weiher, and eventually also as Tretsee (Lago di Tret in Italian), when residents of the Trentino village Tret Grund near the pond purchased the area.
The Felixer Pond can be reached via various hiking trails. Starting in St. Felix, trail No. 9 begins, leading you through beautiful forests and larch meadows to the lake. Especially in midsummer, you can cool off wonderfully with a jump into the water. The water temperature can reach up to 25°C even here at 1,604 meters above sea level. The 3-4 meter deep lake, with its small island, has been protected by the South Tyrol provincial government. The habitat shows strong growth of aquatic plants, which is monitored 1-2 times a year. Fish such as roach, dragonflies, amphibians, butterflies, and bumblebees live in and around the lake. Fishing is possible here with day tickets.
Light forests, gentle meadows, simple trails, and excellent forest roads make it suitable even for reasonably capable strollers. And nearby, the popular Felixer Weiher, also called Tretsee, offers a welcome cool-down on hot summer days for bathers. The Felixer Alm, situated just above 1600 meters, combines all the advantages of an alpine hut in a natural landscape and also offers swimming fun and traditional local cuisine.
10-minute drive to the parking lot
Canyon Rio Sass
In the heart of the small village of Fondo lies the Canyon Rio Sass, a gorge carved out by the flow of a mountain stream that passes through the area. The Fondo Canyon divides the important center of the upper Val di Non into two parts. Since 2001, the route — entertaining and fascinating for everyone, especially young people — has been easily accessible thanks to walkways, stairs, and ladders, allowing visitors to explore the swirling waters, waterfalls, “giant pots” (large erosion basins), fossils, stalactites, and stalagmites. The trail covers a height difference of 145 meters and has 348 steps. Besides the various formations created by the water eroding the rock, the series of curves and bends, the red and green algae, mosses, and ferns are of particular interest.
Opening hours: Daily from March to October; registration required. +39 463850000
About 10 minutes by car.