Brixen,
a multi-faceted gem
Bustling with life, the medieval centre of Brixen is an attraction in its own right. From the cathedral to the stylish boutiques, there is something to suit every taste. So, let us give you some examples of the best local sights…
Natural and cultural landscapes
Cultural attractions in the town, natural beauty in the mountains – Brixen offers a wonderful blend of the two! Mt. Plose, with its panoramic hiking trails and ski slopes, is only seven kilometres away from the town centre. Sit on the sunny terrace of an Alpine hut and enjoy the view… you will discover why the people of Brixen are so in love with their local mountain.
More than just sightseeing
A discovery tour with Clara the Maid, guided theatrical experiences in the town centre and on Mt. Plose, a wine-themed tour or a tour of Brixen by night: the guided tours organised by the local tourist office offer you the chance to explore the town from a different perspective. The icing on the cake? They’re free of charge for BrixenCard holders!
An open-air shopping centre
The town centre is like a huge open-air shopping centre where you can find everything from the latest designer fashion to unusual gift articles and South Tyrolean handicrafts. By the way, if you fall in love with a piece of designer furniture in your holiday apartment, you can buy one for yourself at Jungmann, the furniture store in the industrial area in the southern part of Brixen.
The Horsephant of Brixen
There is a painting of a strange animal under the third arcade of the cloister next to the cathedral… It looks like a mythical creature, half horse and half elephant. Let yourself be enchanted by the beautiful frescoes in the cloister and the baroque splendour of the cathedral!
Everything from artistic treasures to medicinal drugs
Fine pieces of ecclesiastical art in the Hofburg Museum, ancient medicines and exotic items in the Pharmacy Museum, a sweeping view over the rooftops from the White Tower… the museums of Brixen have so much to offer, including precious curiosities.
The artists’ district
Stufels is the town’s most ancient district. Nowadays, its narrow alleys are home to artists, craftsmen and the Dekadenz cabaret theatre. A step aside from the hustle and bustle of the main streets, Stufels is a little gem with a charm of its own.
BrixenCard: Your advantage card for your holidays
All our guests receive a complimentary BrixenCard for the duration of their stay. Benefits include free travel on public transport everywhere in South Tyrol, one daily free return ticket for the Plose lift, free entry to the Acquarena water park, free entry to around 90 museums in South Tyrol, and more.
