Monghezzo

If you look from Casteldarne and its stately castle towards the mountainside, you will see several characteristic mountain farms. They are situated on the slopes above the municipality of Chienes and belong to the hamlet of Monghezzo - a quiet hamlet on the south side of the Val Pusteria.

It shares its name with the mountain. The farms are spread across the slope, interspersed with small roads and alpine meadows. Some of them offer farm holidays. Pasture and livestock farming still play an important role here, although the steep slopes make the work more difficult. Along the Monghezzo Mountain Farm Trail, you can admire the traditional farmsteads.

The trail recalls the Romanesque settlement of Monghezzo (Getzenberg) and passes the former Ilstern spa. Its largely ruined walls are a testament to the illustrious guests who once visited. Along the way, you will also find a small chapel and Kühlechen, an alpine pasture at almost 1,500 metres above sea level which is a fine viewpoint on clear summer and autumn days.

The names of the farms often hint at their history: For example, the Vögler-Hof (Vogel means bird) recalls the old tradition of bird trapping. The Hofer Farm, located at an altitude of over 1,000 metres, is a rural inn serving snacks that invites you to enjoy a delicious South Tyrolean Marende.