30 Alpine meadows, 3 mountain railways, 1 Alpine region: The most beautiful places in our Ski and holiday area Gitschberg Jochtal – all-inclusive!
The advantage of our Ski and holiday area Gitschberg Jochtal is the Almencard and/or the AlmencardPLUS! These enable you to enjoy a relaxing holiday without using your car! Conquer South Tyrol by using the mountain railways, bus and train.
The AlmencardPLUS and the Almencard are available free of charge at your hotel, if they are Almencardpartnermembers, for the duration of your holiday!
ALMENCARD:
The Almencard offers action, adventure, mountain cable cars and great variety for all the family.
- Unlimited used of mountain cable-cars and lift facilities in the Ski and holiday area Gitschberg Jochtal, as well as participation free of charge in the entire framework programme.
- In addition, all Almencard users receive special discounts with our bonus partners.
Almencard and Almencard PLUS offer action, adventure, free admission with the two cable car operators and a wide variety of options for the whole family. The two cable car facilities in the Almenregion are available for unlimited use. The supporting programme is generally free. Almencard and Almencard PLUS holders additionally receive special prices with all bonus partners.
ALMENCARD PLUS:
Like Almencard, Almencard PLUS includes access to the two cable car facilities in the Gitschberg Jochtal holiday region, free use of regional public transport across South Tyrol* including the Mühlbach-Meransen cable car and free admission to over 90 museums and collections.
Your benefits in detail:
1. Unrestricted access to the Gitschberg cable car facility/2,510 m
(25 May – 02 November 2019)
2. Unrestricted access to the Jochtal cable car facility/2,206 m
(25 May – 02 November 2019)
3. Bus ride from Mühlbach to Rodenecker-Lüsner Alm/1,725 m
4. Discounts in shops and leisure facilities
5. Almencard and Almencard PLUS holders with the following icon
benefit from an additional advantage: Reduced admission to the Alpinpool
6. Free participation in the weekly programme
1. Unrestricted access to the Gitschberg cable car facility/2,510 m
(25 May – 02 November 2019)
2. Unrestricted access to the Jochtal cable car facility/2,206 m
(25 May – 02 November 2019)
3. Bus ride from Mühlbach to Rodenecker-Lüsner Alm/1,725 m
4. Discounts in shops and leisure facilities
5. Almencard and Almencard PLUS holders with the following icon
benefit from an additional advantage: Reduced admission to the Alpinpool
6. Free participation in the weekly programme
Almencard Weekly Programme
MONDAY
- Medieval Games at the Mühlbacher Klause Ruins (5–9 years)
10.06. – 28.10.2019
The ancient ruins become the stage where young knights and damsels bring history back to life.
Meeting point: 10:00 a.m. | Mühlbacher Klause | Time: approx. 2 hours
- Old Castles & New Wines – Visit to the Vineyard & Organic Farm
06.05.-25.11.2019
A local winegrower will be showing you around his vineyard and illustrating his alternative methods for cultivating grapes and ancient apple varieties.
Meeting point: 10:00 a.m. | Mühlbacher Klause | Time: approx. 2 hours
- Guided tours of the Mühlbacher Klause
01.07. – 30.09.2019
The ruins were once a customs post and hunting seat, as well as the backdrop for the German Peasant’s war in 1526 and the Tyrolean Rebellion of 1809.
Meeting point: 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. | Mühlbacher Klause | Time: approx. 1 hour
- Summer in the mountains with Kneipp
10.06. – 28.10.2019
A pleasurable circular hike to the Kneipp course in the Altfasstal valley with stations along the way.
Meeting point: 1:30 p.m. | Altfasstal car park | Time: approx. 3-4 hours
- Bogbean, Yarrow and Magic Spells in Natz
17.06. – 28.10.2019 | Almencard PLUS holders only
Rediscovering ancient herbal knowledge
Meeting point: 4:00 p.m. | Village square, Natz | Time: approx. 3 hours
Registration by 12 o clock, at the same day
TUESDAY
- Hike to the Eisbruggsee lake in Pfunders
21.05. – 15.10.2019
This challenging hike requires good training. Bring along suitable equipment and provisions.
Meeting point: 08:30 a.m. | Gasthof Brugger, Pfunders | Time: approx. 5,5-6 hour
- Family hike to the Spinges Bunker
11.06. – 29.10.2019
This leisurely hike that starting from the village leads into the forest includes pauses for breathing exercises
Meeting point: 10:00 a.m. | Spinges church | Time: 3 hours
- Rafting Taster
07.05. – 01.10.2019
Ideal for beginners and families looking for fun and adventure.
Meeting point: 3:00 p.m. | St. Sigmund sports area | Time: approx. 1.5 hours. Price: Adults € 30.00 | Children (aged 5–14) € 25.00
WEDNESDAY
- Big 5 Altitude hike to the Wilde Kreuzspitze/Seefeldspitze (alternately)
12.06. – 16.10.2019
This challenging hike requires good training. Bring along suitable equipment and provisions
Meeting point: 8:30 a.m. | Fane Alm car park in Vals or Altfasstal in Meransen | Time: approx. 7 hours
- Meeting the animals at the Ahner mountain farm (5–9 years)
08.05. – 27.11.2019
During the farm visit, kids have the chance to get to know the resident donkeys, chicken, cats, calves and bunnies. A real treat for the little ones!
Meeting point: 9:30 a.m. | Ahner mountain farm, Rodeneck | Time: approx. 2.5 hours
- Into the Woods
22.05. – 30.10.2019
A trained herbalist and forest expert will be letting you into her little secrets sharing useful hacks for everyday life.
Meeting point: 10:30 a.m. | Zumis car park, Rodenecker-Lüsner plateaus Time: approx. 5 hours
THURSDAY
- Kletterhetz (10–14 years)
20.06. – 31.10.2019
High ropes course with a 12-metres high climbing wall for budding climbers wishing to learn the basics.
Meeting point: 9:30 a.m. | Kurzkofelhütte hut, Vals | Time: approx. 5 hours
- Krixly Kraxly (5–9 years)
20.06. – 31.10.2019
Taster course for aspiring mountaineers. Kids aged 5 to 9 will try their hand at climbing under the expert supervision of our alpine guides.
Meeting point: 10:00 a.m. | Jochtal cable car mountain terminal, Vals | Time: approx. 5 hours
- Hike to the Pfunders mountain farms
02.05. – 28.11.2019
The green Pfunders Valley boasts well-preserved historical farms, traditional craftsmanship and stunning landscapes.
Meeting point: 10:00 a.m. | Pfunders sports area | Time: approx. 4 hours
- Lama trekking for families
27.06. – 29.08.2019 | Almencard PLUS holders only
Meet and greet these special farm animals
Meeting point: 4:00 p.m. | Waldharthof – Raas | Time: approx. 2–3 hours
Registration by 12.00 o clock on the previous day
FRIDAY
- Sunrise hike
31.05. – 01.11.2019
Your holiday challenge: an early rise! Get up early and you will be rewarded with the unique experience of the sunrise seen from the mountains.
Meeting point: Varying time | Jochtal cable car valley terminal | Time: approx. 2 hours
- Carriage ride for children in Meransen (5–14 years)
03.05. – 29.11.2019
Children get the chance to go for a parent-free carriage ride and maybe even sit next to the coachman
Meeting point: 10:00 a.m. | Tennis hall Meransen | Time: approx. 1 hour
- The Meronsna Legend Trails
14.06. – 01.11.2019
Surprisingly humorous and pleasurable, this easy hike is studded with legends, stories and facts about Meransen.
Meeting point: 11:00 a.m. | Tennis hall Meransen | Time: approx. 3 hours
- The farm and stables
03.05. – 29. 11. 2019
Would you like to hear what our goats have to bleat about and to visit our farm? Then take a guided farm tour!
Meeting point: 2:00 p.m. | Farm Unteregger Vals | Time: approx. 1.5 hours. Price: Adults € 8.00 | Children € 5.00 (includes cheese-tasting)