Nessano is divided into two parts: A small part on the other side of the Rio Nessano already belongs to Rasun Anterselva
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Due to the construction of the Riggertal loop and safety-related works, sections of the Val Pusteria Railway will be closed until January 2026. A rail replacement bus service will be in operation.
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Continuing on and on along the Val Pusteria Road until, after Perca village, a few houses come into view in the meadows on the left. It is one of the many districts of Perca, Nessano along the Rio Nessano stream. Interestingly, the small brook forms a true border: The larger part of the village - which in itself is not really big - belongs to the municipality of Perca. On the other bank of the stream, a few houses are strictly speaking on the municipal territory of Rasun Anterselva. The stream is also a language border - it is said that the Upper Val Pusteria dialect dominates after it.
Cyclists are often seen at Nessano (Nasen), because the "Pusterbike" cycle path runs right along here. The Gothic village church stands in the midst of the greenery: It dates back to 1474 AD and is dedicated to St. James, the patron saint of pilgrims, pharmacists, workers and for the weather. The folk saying goes that if July 25, St. James' Day, is nice, you can expect a Christmas with ice and snow. The church façade is decorated with paintings of St. Christopher by the master painter Simon von Taisten - recommended if you are interested in art.
The bus takes 8 minutes from Nessano to Perca, where the shopping facilities and the cable car to the Plan de Corones Skiing Area and hiking paradise are located. It takes a little longer to reach Valdaora, where the outdoor pool is located right next to the train station, a refreshing destination in summer. Both villages are also easily accessible by bicycle on the above-mentioned cycle path.
