A paradise for adventurers and hikers, peppered with unique locations for the most beautiful photo books and successful Instagram posts.
Naifjoch Vista
A place where architecture meets scenery, where human structures blend seamlessly into the magnificence of nature... A terrace overlooking Merano at the edge of the ravine beneath the rugged crags and in front of the beauty of the Dolomites. From the new viewing point on the roof of the Naifjoch Cableway you can look down over the town, out over the surrounding mountains and high up to the Ifinger – each edge seems close enough to touch from here.
The seam along the Naif Valley, where two kinds of rock, red porphyry and white granite, meet, is unique here. A geological highlight and a spectacular natural arena. The new Naifjoch Cableway will take you on a short but scenic journey. With every moment of the ride in the panoramic gondola’s, the view over the town of Merano and the surrounding mountain chains becomes more expansive. Once at the top, the roof terrace provides a breathtaking panoramic vista.
Our photo tip: The big "lens" on the terrace allows you to play with the panorama, opening and closing the 'diaphragm' of the lens frames your view on the Dolomites to the east serves as a background for your souvenir photo. Through the labelled peep boxes you can discover the peak names of the surrounding mountains.
The Ifinger
The Small and the Large Ifinger (2,552 m and 2,581 m respectively) tower loftily over
Hafling, Vöran and Meran 2000 and are among the most impressive panoramic mountains in South Tyrol. Climbing the two peaks varies in difficulty: While the Kleine Ifinger is fairly easy to reach for experienced hikers, its big brother requires some surefootedness and experience. Since 2016,
the via ferrata "Heini Holzer" has led over the striking southwest flank of the Ifinger. During the 550 m long ascent, which is secured with steel ropes, figures made of Corten steel repeatedly tempt you to stop for a photo.
Our photo tip: To capture the breathtaking view of Merano, the Sarntal Alps and the Tschögglberg in particularly atmospheric pictures, a photo shoot in the early morning hours is worthwhile - ideally combined with a hearty alpine breakfast in one of the huts.
The Mittager
The Großer Mittager rises to 2,422 m above sea level in the skiing and hiking area of Merano 2000. As a sun-drenched mountain, it is equally popular with hikers, mountain bikers and skiers. The chairlift takes you up comfortably and back down again with pleasure: In winter, the Mittager offers pure fun on the slopes on a 1 km long black run. The 360-degree view of the surrounding mountains is particularly beautiful and can also be enjoyed on the sun terrace of the Mittager Hut.
Our photo tip: At dusk, the unobstructed view of the Dolomites promises unique landscape shots - in the light of the setting sun, the Rosengarten "blossoms" and makes the rocks shine in glowing rose red.
The Kreuzjoch
The European long-distance hiking trail E5 is a popular long-distance hiking trail that leads from the Atlantic coast of France in Brittany across the Alps to the Adriatic Sea and also crosses the hiking area of Merano 2000. And it is precisely here that one of the most beautiful vantage points that hikers encounter on their crossing of the Alps is located. The Kreuzjoch, at 2,086 m above sea level, offers a unique panoramic view: The eye wanders freely to the stately peaks of the Ortler and Texel groups, enjoys the sight of the deep green forests further down and finally gets stuck on the imposing peaks of the Dolomites, a natural world heritage site.
Our photo tip: With the 360-degree setting, the mountain panorama can be captured in all its splendour and beauty.
The big extra: Merano 2000 from a bird's eye view
Fantastic views for early risers: after a sunrise breakfast at the Kuhleitenhütte (2,361 m), take to the skies with an experienced pilot by paraglider and enjoy the exhilarating view of the Merano mountains in a gliding flight.