Italy
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ITALY
Pizza, Pasta and the Mediterranean Sea – this is Italy.
But Italy also means emerald blue lakes, snow-covered mountain ranges and some of the best hikes all over Europe. This “shoe-shaped” country has everything one can only dream of – no wonder it is still a dream destination for many.
Why Italy
Italy is still the stereotype of the perfect summer vacation at the Mediterranean Sea. It offers picture-perfect summer sceneries – but besides that you will also find yaw-dropping mountain sceneries and some of the most amazing hikes all over Europe.
- Why Italy: Pizza, Pasta, Gelato. Do I need to say more? The Italian kitchen is one of the most loved cuisines of the world – every nation has its own interpretation of it. When traveling to Italy, do not miss to also try the more local and regional dishes such as the Tyrolean kitchen.
- Why South Tyrol: When traveling to the region of South Tyrol, you will find some of the best hikes all over Europe. From easy ones to more demanding hikes – there are many ways to enjoy and experience those awesome landscapes.
- Why Venice: Venice is the Disneyland for adults. It almost appears surreal as soon as you enter the city center with all its
narrow street and canals. Venice convinces surely with its uniqueness, its
architecture, history and with its extraordinary flair.
Moments of Trouvaille
The Dolomites are one of my favorite destinations ever. Visiting those awesome landscapes, experiencing the hospitality and doing those stunning hikes is a whole “Moment of Trouvaille” on it own.
- The hike to the Rifugio Fonda Savio was not one of the most demanding hikes neither it had the best views. But it had the “Rifugio Fonda Savio”-Hut. We had a great stopover at this hut and the hosts absolutely won us over their charming attitude. Also, you will some great local cuisine up here. We definitely plan to return one day and to stay overnight next time.
- We experienced “Moments of Trouvaille” on almost every hike and I can not remember one hike, we we would not recommend. The stunning views, the rough mountain ranges, the deep-blue lakes and the green meadows – those landscapes are right out of an “Heidi” – Episode.
- The perfect road trip destination: make sure to either visit Italy with your own car or rent a car. It gives you so much more, if you have the chance to just go with the flow sometimes and to inhale the beauty of this country by travelling slow.
Italy Blog Articles
The Italy series contains following articles:
South Tyrol
- The Tre Cime Di Lavaredo Hike in the Dolomites
- Val Fiscalina – An easy hike in the dolomites
- The unknown Tre Cime Di Lavaredo viewpoint
- The best photo spots at Seceda
- How to make the most out of your Lago di Braies visit
- Alpe di Siusi – The perfect guide for one Day
- The best hike at the Geisler Alm in Villnößtal
- A Hidden Gem: Hike to the Rifugio Fonda-Savio
- Easy hike at Lago di Dobbiaco in the dolomites
Most popular hike in the Dolomites:
Tre Cime di Lavaredo
The Cime di Lavaredo Hike is the most famous hikes to do in the dolomites.
It offers a breathtaking view over the surrounding mountain ranges, the dark-green valleys below and of course: the famous “Tre Cime” themselves. The three vertical and chimney-like peaks are one of a kind and the symbol of the dolomites. […]
Easy hike in the Dolomites: Val Fiscalina to Rifugio Fondovalle
If you are just starting your vacation and looking for an easy hike to “warm-up” I can highly recommend to head through the Fischleintal to the Rifugio Fondovalle (Talschlusshütte).
In addition to that, you are will also find more demanding hikes here. […]
The unknown View Point:
Tre Cime di Lavaredo
Driving up to the Tre Cime and hiking the circuit is a must, when visiting the dolomites. Nevertheless, it might be that you simply do not have the time to do so or you do not want to spend the money for the toll road.
Either is fine, as I can provide remedy with the following tip:
Go and watch the Tre Cime from the valley below! But how? […]
The best Photo Spots:
Seceda
One of the most stunning and iconic mountain-sceneries can be found at Seceda.
The sharp mountains are reaching up and seem to try to “cut open” the sky above. This “brutal” scene is accompanied by some of the greenest meadows around and if you are lucky, some purple lupins contribute to an even more fairytale-like appearance. […]
How to make the most out of your visit:
Lago di Braies
The Lago di Braies or also known as Pragser See is – next to the Lake Bled – one of the most famous lakes on Instagram.
This for sure means, that it is close to impossible to have this stunning lake all for yourself – but if you follow the tips below, you will be able to avoid the crowds at least a bit. […]
The perfect guide for one Day:
Alpe di Siusi
When visiting the „Alpe di siusi” or in german: “Seiser Alm” you can have your very own “Heidi”-Moment.
The Seiser Alm is the largest high-altitude Alpine meadow and the absolute prototype of a place, in which you expect to find this Japanese/German comic character. Green meadows, cows, small wooden huts and horse-drawn carriages make this place stunning and peaceful at the same time. […]
One of the most popular hikes in the Dolomites: Geisler Alm, Villnößtal
Everyone knows the famous small church of St. Johann in Ranui, enthroned on a green meadow and the Gruppo delle Odle in the background. Don’t turn back as soon as you have your picture in front of the baroque chapel, but “go the extra mile” and take a hike along the surrounding alpine meadows. […]
A Hidden Gem Hike:
Rifugio Fonda-Savio
Another breathtaking hike in the dolomites and another view of the Tre Cime, which you have not seen on Instagram, yet. Sounds great?
It will get even better! There is another “gem” hidden on this hike. Read below, what to expect when hiking up to the Fontasavio Hut. […]
Easy hike in the Dolomites:
Lago di Dobbiaco
The Lago di Dobbiaco – also known as Toblacher See – is another beautiful lake, which mirrors the surrounding mountains perfectly.
You find the picturesque lake between the two national parcs “Tre Cime” and “Fanes-Sennes-Prags”, which makes it the perfect stopover location.
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What to see in Venice in one day
“There are two types of cities – all the others and Venice.”
(Henry James)
When first entering Venice, it feels like being thrown into a movie set. The small alleys along the canals make you feel like being in a surreal place – less than in a city, in which actual people live. […]
