Sometimes, stopping for a meal is the best part of a hike. When the hiking boots get a rest, the aroma of freshly prepared dumplings drifts from the kitchen and the views stretch across alpine meadows and mountains, everyday life quickly feels far away. At the alpine huts and mountain inns around Lana near Meran/Merano, it's all about good food, taking time to relax and enjoying a taste of South Tyrolean mountain life.
What makes a stop at a mountain hut so special? The welcoming atmosphere, traditional recipes and homemade specialities that taste even better after a hike. Whether it's Schlutzkrapfen (filled pasta pockets), dumplings, Kaiserschmarren (shredded sweet pancake) or a slice of cake, alpine huts are wonderful places to enjoy South Tyrolean cuisine at a leisurely pace. Add sunny terraces, fresh mountain air and views that make the climb worthwhile.
There are plenty of opportunities to combine hiking with a delicious meal: on car-free Mount Vigiljoch, which you can reach by cable car from Lana, on the Tschögglberg/Monzoccolo plateau, in the Deutschnonsberg/Alta Val di Non area or in the nearby Meran 2000 hiking area. Each destination has its own character, from leisurely trails through forests and meadows to panoramic mountain hikes.
Whether you choose a short walk with a stop at a mountain hut or a full day in the mountains, discover the alpine huts and mountain inns in Lana and its surroundings and enjoy the relaxing side of South Tyrol.