Excursions in the surrounding area
Culture, history, nature and shopping - there is somehing for everyone!
Andreas Hofer Museum
The Passeier museum is located at the former farmstead of the Tyrolean freedom-fighter Andreas Hofer (1767 - 1810) in the village of St. Leonhard in the Passeier Valley in South Tyrol. It features a historic documentary film regarding the Tyrolean insurrection of 1809 against the Napoleonic and Bavarian invaders. Many original showpieces, including a fine ethnographic collection of showpieces documenting local costumes, furniture, art, customs, traditions etc.
The adventure mine and Schneeberg refuge hut in Passeier (South Tyrol) are found at an altitude of 2,355 metres above sea level. Both are open from 15th June to 15th October and can only be reached by foot. In addition, the short and long guided tours lead you to a discovery path and a show room with minerals, old tools, documents and more.
The Botanic Gardens at Castle Trauttmansdorff and the Touriseum
The Touriseum, a tourist museum in South Tyrol, is situated in the heart of the Botanic Gardens. It is very popular and worth visiting from March to November. In the gardens of Castle Trauttmansdorff, there are plants from all over the world, offering an insight into the typical landscapes of South Tyrol - from rhododendrons in spring, to roses and lavender during the summer, followed by "Leuchtfeuer" in the Japanese garden in the autumn months. At the Touriseum, you will find a fantastic collection, combining information about the local culture and landscape.
Castle Tyrol - South Tyrolean museum of history
This castle was the ancestral seat of the Counts of Tyrol and is one of many impressive castles in South Tyrol. The castle consists of two palaces, including a chapel. Inside, visitors can have a glance back to Medieval Times in South Tyrol. In the surrounding area of the castle, there is a centre for bird fauna (village of Tyrol). Visitors are welcome to observe the tamed diurnal birds of prey twice a day, at 11.15 a.m. and 15.15 a.m.
Castle Juval (Reinhold Messner)
The 700 year old castle is situated high above the Schnals Valley. In 1983, it was bought by the South Tyrolean extreme mountaineer Reinhold Messner. In 1995, he opened the castle to the public. Castle Juval is well worth visiting. You can leave your car at the Juval car park and walk to the castle by foot or take the shuttle bus. During the summer months, the castle is closed to the public as Reinhold Messner lives in the castle during this time.
Animal world Rainguthof
Large animal world in Gfrill near Tisens, approx. 45 minutes by car from the Quellenhof with ponies, sheep, goats, deer, rabbits, pigs and even 2 camels! Large playground and small snack station on site. Also located here: "World of Dinosaurs" with about 50 life-size models of dinosaurs and their descendants.
Archeoparc in Schnals
This indoor and open-air museum will take you on a journey back to the Stone Age and the famous mummy, called Ötzi. Visitors can check out tools dating back for centuries
Bozen Archaeology Museum
Visit Ötzi, the famous South Tyrolean mummy, and discover many highlights from the pre-historic times in this region
Nature Museum in Bozen
With more than 1,000 m² of exhibition space, visitors get a fantastic introduction to the diversity of the South Tyrolean landscape: from its geological formation, to its morphological transformation, the re-population after the Ice Age, all the way through to its transformation into a cultural society
Lake Garda
Whether you are into surfing, sailing, cycling, mountain biking, swimming, diving, hiking, climbing, canyoning, paragliding, shopping or relaxing, there is something for everyone here. Framed by a breath-taking mountain backdrop, with perfect wind conditions and a Mediterranean climate, the azure blue lake makes for a perfect holiday destination for anyone who loves water sports. Visit us also in Quellenhof Luxury Resort Lazise.