Sterzing & Zwölferturm – a charming Alpine Old Town

🏘️ Here’s what awaits you:

Sterzing is Italy’s northernmost city and is one of themost beautiful small historic towns in South Tyrol. The picturesque pedestrian zone, with its colorful townhouses, bay windows, arcades, small shops, and cafés, invites you to take a leisurely stroll through the town. The town’s landmark is the Zwölferturm, which connects the Old Town and New Town and defines the historic townscape. Once an important trading and mining town, Sterzing continues to captivate visitors today with its magnificent facades, Gothic churches, and rich history.

📍 Directions from Mountain Lodge Margit:

You can reach Sterzing in about 35 to 45 minutes by car.

Alternatively, take the bus to Mühlbach train station and then continue by train toward Sterzing.

💡 Our tip:

Sterzing is perfect for a half-day trip: take a leisurely stroll through the old town, discover small boutiques, enjoy a coffee, and take in the view of the Zwölferturm. The town is especially charming during Advent, when the Christmas market around the Zwölferturm creates a truly special atmosphere.

🎢 Action tip: Rosskopf Panorama Mountain Coaster:

If you’d like to combine a stroll through town with a bit of action, take the Rosskopf cable car up Sterzing’s local mountain. There, the Panorama Mountain Coaster awaits—a 1.3 km-long summer toboggan run with speeds of up to 40 km/h, varied curves, and magnificent mountain views. The starting point is at the top station of the Panorama Lift at an altitude of about 2,120 meters, offering extra fun with panoramic views.

Panorama Coaster Rosskopf

🌄 Extra idea for your trip:

If you’d like to extend your day, you can wonderfully combine your visit to Sterzing with a trip to the Gilfenklamm Gorge, Reifenstein Castle, or a detour to the Ridnaun Valley.

🥛 Taste Tip: Milchhof Sterzing

If you love regional products, you can combine your visit to the town with a stop at Milchhof Sterzing. Sterzing yogurt is known far beyond South Tyrol and stands for high-quality dairy products made from regional mountain farm milk. During the guided tours offered, you’ll gain fascinating insights into the production process and can sample various types of yogurt.

📍 Sterzing Dairy

Jaufenstraße 108, 39049 Sterzing

📞 +39 0472 764155

🌐 Milchhof Sterzing