Nestled among orchards, forests, and meadows above the Merano basin, the small village of San Giorgio di Scena sits atop a verdant hill. The Civetta Tower or Ultenturm, the Georgenhof farm, the church and the Moser estate form the centre. From here, you can enjoy magnificent panoramic views of Merano, the Adige Valley, and the peaks of the Sarentino Alps and the Texel Group.

In spring, the surrounding apple trees burst into bloom. The charming round church in the village centre is dedicated to Saint George, the dragon slayer. Many South Tyrolean villages are named after their patron saint, including the hamlet of San Giorgio. The church, built in the 12th and 13th centuries, was once the chapel of St. George's Castle, also known as Old Scena.

Inside, you can admire well-preserved 14th-century frescoes depicting, among other scenes, the martyrdom of Saint George at the young age of 22. Only the keep, the Civetta Tower, remains of the original castle. Hikers are often encountered on the Scena Waalweg path, which passes by the hamlet on its way to the centre of Scena. The Meadow Path near Scena is also popular.

Situated along this trail to Verdines and San Giorgio, the Kampflkreuz cross, a place of spiritual power with scenic views, invites you to take a break. The circular walk reaches its highest point at St. George's Church, at an altitude of around 700 metres, before descending down into the valley.