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Even the ancient Romans prized the merits of the Vinschgau Valley and its offshoots, and the ancient Via Claudia Augusta route runs from Meran (Merano) in the Burggrafenamt area and along the upper reaches of the river Etsch before heading onwards over the Reschen (Resia) Pass.
Majestic, snow-covered mountain peaks, and in the valley an enticing, white and pink dream landscape made up of millions of blooms: This picture perfect scene is revisited every year anew in the Vinschgau Valley.
The railway offers quick and excellent links to both cycling paths and hiking tracks. And one particularly nice thing about it: you don’t need to cycle uphill to make the most of the Vinschgau Valley cycling experience. You can simply pick up a bike at one of the five rental stations along the railway line and bring it back in the evening. There are many worthwhile cultural drop-in points along the way. The Laas Marble Works are as much of a highlight as the impressive Churburg Castle with its well-stocked armoury or Juval Castle, home of mountaineer Reinhold Messner. Art lovers should not miss out on a visit to the small church of St. Prokulus in Naturns, which has the oldest frescos in the German-speaking world.
A journey with the Vinschger Railway promises to be an especially enjoyable experience: plenty of variety, an environmentally friendly mode of transport, relaxation and a holiday atmosphere in a landscape like no other.
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