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A summer holiday in Schenna like no other

Where freedom smells of sunshine

A summer holiday in Schenna feels like a deep breath amidst mountains and sun. Every day holds small adventures waiting to be experienced. Hiking in Schenna creates memories that last. Along the Waalweg irrigation channels, you’ll find idyllic spots for a restful break. Ride down sun kissed slopes into the valley on two wheels. Perfect your swing at the golf course, framed by majestic mountain peaks. And the ultimate thrill? Experience it high above the ground with climbing, paragliding, or tobogganing.

Feel the alpine energy of South Tyrol’s summer delights. Arrive between alpine roses and apple orchards, between activity and serenity, between nature and culture. Light, free, and fully in the moment.

“In every walk with nature,
one receives far more than he seeks.”
John Muir

Out and about on foot:
Hiking in Schenna & surroundings

A summer holiday in Schenna leads you along historic Waalwege irrigation channels around Merano and the surrounding region. The Schenner Waalweg delights with shady paths and inviting stops for well-earned breaks. On hot summer days, the Taser cable car above Schenna beckons, offering refreshment in the cooler mountain air at 1,450 metres. The valley station is easily accessible on foot directly from the hotel.

200 kilometres of marked trails await in the hiking paradise of Schenna, from gentle strolls to challenging mountain tours, while in the Hirzer region, panorama and gourmet hikes reveal the beauty of South Tyrol’s nature. The Meran 2000 hiking area offers routes for every level and presents a spectacular 360° panorama from Lake Kaltern in the south, across the Sarntal, over the peaks of the Passeier valley, along the striking Dolomites, all the way to the Ortler.

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From spring to late autumn, hostess Sieglinde Hofer occasionally leads guests to her absolute secret spots in Schenna, revealing places you won’t find in any guidebook. Hiking poles and backpacks can be borrowed free of charge at the hotel. For your own explorations, we are always on hand with tips and hiking maps.

Cycling around Schenna

Host Lorenz Hofer is a passionate cyclist and loves to share his enthusiasm. Whether it’s route suggestions, maps, or private guided rides, he knows the most beautiful trails around Schenna, Merano, and the Etsch valley. In addition to occasional guided bike tours with the host, the hotel offers intensive bike weeks in spring and autumn.

Four high-quality E-mountain bikes are available in the hotel’s own rental: ideal for anyone who wants to enjoy an active yet comfortable summer holiday in Schenna. For guests with their own bike, there is a spacious bike cellar with a total of 20 spaces and free charging facilities for e-bikes. Access to the cellar is reserved exclusively for our cycling guests, ensuring both security and convenience.

Panorama golf at its best

Golf in South Tyrol means sport, enjoyment, and breathtaking views all at once: tee off amidst stunning mountain scenery, on meticulously maintained fairways with panoramic vistas, making for a perfect game for passionate golfers. In South Tyrol, you’ll find not one, not two, but seven excellent golf courses, some located in close proximity to the 4-star Adults Only Hotel Grafenstein.

  • Golfclub Lana (9-hole course, approx. 15 minutes by car from the hotel)
  • Golf Club Passeier.Meran (18-hole course, approx. 20 minutes by car)
  • The Blue Monster Golfclub Eppan (18-hole course, approx. 20 minutes by car)
  • Golf Club St. Vigil Seis (18-hole course, approx. 50 minutes by car)
  • Golfclub Petersberg (18-hole course, approx. 50 minutes by car)
  • Dolomiti Golf Club Sarnonico (18-hole course, approx. 50 minutes by car)
  • The Mountain Beast Golf Club Carezza (9-hole course, approx. 1 hour by car)

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As a Grafenstein guest with direct booking, you receive a 20% discount at Golfclub Petersberg and a set of Grafenstein golf balls as a gift.

The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle

Famous for its connection to Empress Elisabeth of Austria, who spent the winters of 1871 and 1889 in Merano, Trauttmansdorff Castle is located in the spa town itself. Her visits were primarily due to her daughter Marie Valerie’s lung illness, whose recovery in the mild climate helped establish Merano as a renowned spa destination.

Originally a small castle called Neuberg around 1300 the later Castle was expanded with orchards and magnificent gardens. In 1990, South Tyrol established the botanical garden, which opened in 2001 and was complemented in 2003 by the South Tyrol Museum of Tourism, the “Touriseum”, within the Trauttmansdorff Castle itself.

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Stroll like Empress Sissi

Heute laden die Gärten von Schloss Trauttmansdorff auf 12 Hektar zu einer Reise durch ĂĽber 80 Gartenlandschaften ein, aufgeteilt in vier Gartenwelten. Exotische Pflanzen aus aller Welt, ein traumhafter Blick ĂĽber die Stadt Meran und liebevoll gestaltete Wege durch die gesamte Anlage lassen Sie in Ihrem Sommerurlaub in Schenna vergessen, dass es auĂźerhalb der Schlossmauern noch eine andere Welt gibt.

Today, the 12-hectare gardens at Trauttmansdorff Castle invite visitors to explore over 80 themed garden landscapes, divided into four garden worlds. Exotic plants, breathtaking views over Merano, and lovingly designed paths allow you to forget the world outside the castle walls during your summer holiday in Schenna.

Hit the heights then down in style: cable cars, climbing, paragliding & more

For spectacular panoramas at dizzying heights, Schenna offers countless experiences. Take the Meran 2000 cable car to the start of the Heini-Holzer-Via Ferrata which ascends 550 metres along dramatic cliffs.

Enjoy 1.1 kilometres of tobogganing on the Alpin-Bob, or soar high into the sky on a tandem paragliding flight. Other cable cars, such as the Hirzer cable car in the Passeier valley or the fully renovated Verdins-Tall cable car open up a variety of hiking and scenic highlights, ensuring a summer holiday in Schenna you’ll never forget.

  • Gourmet week Frisch.Frech.FrĂĽhling to welcome in the spring (April)
  • Summer evenings in Schenna with music, shopping, and culinary delights (May to September)
  • Gin Festival at Castle Schenna (May)
  • Schenner village market with regional products (June to August)
  • Schenner market for artisans and farmers (August)
  • Tuesday evenings in Merano with live music & gastronomy (July and August)
  • Long Fridays and garden nights at the World Music Festival in the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle (June to August)
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