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Olang is situated in the very heart of the Puster Valley. Its central location to 7 (!) valleys facilitates the access to an inexhaustible range of wonderful excursions and hikes to the most outstanding sights and beauty spots.
| Altitude: |
1080 |
| Population |
2883 |
| Position: |
12 km from Bruneck and 18 km from Toblach |
| Access: |
42 km from the motorway (A22) Trainstation Olang |
| Bus: |
direct connections from Bruneck, Bus stops in each hamlet |
| in winter: |
free Skibus every 20 min. |
Infinite possibilities of skiing on South Tyrol´s leading skiing mountain, 90 km of pistes for snowboarders, surrounded by a grandiose mountain scenery, endless long cross-country tracks in the surroundings of Olang, wonderfully quiet winter footpaths, and innumerable possibilities for snowshoe excursions in the Dolomites. Exitement and relaxation – in Olang you can experience both.
Olang is situated amidst a picturesque open country side off the main road of the Puster Vallery and at the bottom of the Kronplatz, South Tyrol´s no. 1 skiing region.
The four localites of Oberolang, Mitterolang, Niederolang, and Geiselsberg are embedded between the Pragser Dolomites in the south, the Rieserferner mountain range with the Hochgall glacier in the north, and the Puster Valley which stretches from west to east.
There is a free skibus which every ten minutes runs from Oberolang, Mitterolang, and Niederolang to the valley station of the cable car. Well cleared winter footpaths and cross-country track are wonderful alternative to a skiing day.
Facilities
18 restaurants/pizzerias
6 cafès
3 pubs
1 discotheques
2 Après Ski - pubs
5 supermarkets,
1 bakery
2 butcher´s
Boutiques, electrical shops, sport shops, petrol
station and many more,
and medical center
1 doctor´s practice in Mitterolang
1 drugstore in Mitterolang
1 dentist in Mitterolang
Sports facilities:
Public outdoor swimming-pool,
tennis courts,
keep-fit trail,
driving ranch,
Nordic Walking park,
riding,
beach-volley,
soccer,
gymnasium.
Olang is situated in the very heart of the Puster Valley. Its central
location to 7 (!) valleys facilitates the access to wide range of wonderful
excursions and hikes to the most outstanding sights and beauty spots.
Here you will find a selection of some of the most wonderful destinations:
Pragser Tal/Valley of Prags/Braies, Lake of Braies:
Boat trip on Lake Braies, hiking on the plateau of “Plätzwiese”
Gsiesertal/Valley of Casies:
Idyllic landscape with mountains and cosy huts
Gadertal/Val Badia:
day excursion: Sella-Ronda
Ahrntal/Valle Aurina:
of a mine in the mining
Antholzertal/Valley of Anterselva:
Excursions and hikes round Lake Antholz
Pustertal/Puster Valley:
city tour around Bruneck, the famous “Drei Zinnen“–
the “Three Peaks“
Cortina:
The Olympic town of 1956 is worth a visit
Reservoir of Olang/Valdaora
Embedded between the villages of Oberolang and Welsberg lies
the Reservoir of Olang, which is an artificial lake ideal for fishing
(only with license), as well as for bikers and hikers who want to undertake
an easy and pleasant excursion.
Even in winter there are wonderful trails around the lake.
The Lake of Antholz/Anterselva
Right at the end of the valley on 1.650 m sea level is Lake
of Antholz/Anterselva with its outstanding colors of deep blue and green.
As the lake is part of the Natural Park no fishing or boats is allowed.
But awaiting the visitors are several restaurants around the lake which
offer a variety of homemade specialities. So, a one-hour hike round
the lake is worthwhile, anyway. The lake is also the starting point
for a wonderful hike up to the mountain pasture “Steinzgeralm”,
on 1,891 m, and the “Barmerhütte “ (mountain hut) on
2,610 m (winter quarters).
Lake Prags/Braies and Plätzwiese/Pratopiazza
A day at the lake. Shortly before arriving in Niederdorf/Villabassa
turn right and enter the Valley of Prags/Braies, a side valley of the
Puster Valley. At its very end, in the Natural Park of Fanes-Sennes
Prags, there is Lake Braies (see picture), one of the most beautiful
lakes in the Dolomites.
From the Pragser Valley you can also hike up or drive up to the plateau
of the Plätzwiese.
For a long time the petroglyphs there were thought to be mythological,
but nowadays we know that they are the product of consistent water corrosion.
Tip: You can take a walk round the lake, or hike up to the mountain
tops or hire a boat.
Toblacher See und Dürrensee
Lake Toblach/Dobbiaco and Lake Landro
In Toblach you will find two of the most charming natural lakes of the
whole area. A hike round Lake Dobbiaco or a boat trip is very relaxing.
If you feel hungry then the smell of roast chicken or local specialities
will entice you to stop at one of the restaurants at the lake, amidst
a spectacular scenery.
The idyllic Lake Landro is very popular among hobby anglers, but also
non-anglers should visit the lake.
For fishing permissions for non-residents please contact the local tourist
office.
The Waterfalls in Rein Valley
If you are approaching the waterfalls you can already hear
their torrential waters, you can smell the fresh and wet air, and once
you are there you can see the roaring waters cascade down, foaming up
and then eventually break into thousands of water drops which reflect
all the colours of the rainbow.
The three waterfalls of Rein are within a 30-minutes-drive from Olang.
(The footpath “Franziskusweg” takes you on a pleasant walk
along the rivulet)
„Gilfenklamm“ - gorge in Stange/Sterzing
Steep rock faces, deep and almost uncanny gorges, a roaring waterfall
– altogether a unique spectacle of nature. The torrential waters
of the stream have carved a deep gorge into the white marble stone,
which due to corrosion has changed its color into dark green. (1 hour´s
drive).
Earth pyramids
In the localities of Platten / Oberwielenbach (approx.
6 km), in Terenten (approx. 30 km) and Ritten near Bozen (approx. 100
km), accessible on easy foot paths, you can admire this unique natural
wonder which are the earth pyramids. They emerged from the debris of
prehistoric glaciers and were formed by corrosion of water, frost and
wind.
Dolomites - Tour
On a pleasant bus tour you can be impressed by the outstanding beauty
of the quickly changing landscapes: through to upper Puster Valley,
past the mountain ranges of the Haunold, the world famous “Drei
Zinnen”/ “Tre Cime di Lavaredo”, and the Monte Cristallo,
to the olympic town of Cortina d´Ampezzo. On this classical tour
you will actually drive over five mountain passes of the Dolomites,
past a dozen of mountain peaks which are higher than 3.000 m, among
them the peak of the “Marmolada”, the “Queen of the
Dolomites”. Besides unique landscapes you will also “feel”
the history as you will drive past some hard-fought battlefields of
World War I, such as the Monte Piana.
(approx. 150 km).
Ethnographic Museum in Dietenheim/Teodone near Bruneck
On a 2.5 ha open space the visitors can make a time journey back in
history and stroll around old farm houses, try out some old tools, or
discover a water mill stone, and imagine what our grand parents´or
grand-grand parents ´ lives were like – how tough and simple
it was, and, why not, dream of the “good old days”.
Guided tour on appointment– tel. 0474 552 087
Castle Badia (Sonnenburg) in St. Lorenzen/San Lorenzo
Of great interest is the crypt, as well the prehistoric pieces of excavation.
Guided tours by appointment tel. 0474 474 099
Castle Ehrenburg in Ehrenburg/Casteldarne
Built in Baroque style, splendid interiors. Open from Easter
onwards every Wednesday, tel. 0474 565 221
Castle Welsperg in Welsberg/Monguelfo
It is the oldest castle in the Upper Puster Valley. From the middle
of September onwards the castle is open to public on Monday, Wednesday
and Friday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., more information at the tourist office
in Welsberg/Monguelfo tel. 0474 944 118
The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle - Merano/Meran
Where once the Austrian Empress Sisi, who used Trauttmansdorff Castle
as her winter domicile, enjoyed promenading, today, the botanic gardens
extend around this historic building. Situated on the eastern periphery
of Merano and bordered by a downy oak forest, the gardens extend over
12 hectares. Tel. 0473 235 730
Castle Taufers in Sand in Taufers/Campo Tures
Like a fairy tale castle, the Castle of Taufers, the biggest and best
preserved castle of the Puster Valley, is set in fantastic scenery with
some of the most impressive and highest mountain peaks of the Ahrn Valley
.
Castle Rodenegg in Rodeneck/Rodengo
Was one biggest and strongest fortifications of its times.
Guided tours available daily. tel. 0472 454 056
„Augustiner Chorherrenstift“ -The monastery of the Augustinian
Canons in Neustift/Novacella
Its church is built in late baroque style, whereas the cloister is gothic.
Miracle fountain and one of the finest collections of paintings and
library. Opening times: From Monday to Saturday at 10 a.m., 11 a.m.,
3 p.m. and 4 p.m. Guided tours only by previous appointment. Ttel. 0472
836 189
The cathedral of Brixen/Bressanone and cloister
Originally built in Ottomane style, around 1200 the cathedral
was reconstructed in Romanesque style. From 1745 to 1754 a new part
in baroque style was added. The cloister is one of the finest examples
of Romanesque architecture of the whole region, with frescoes dating
back to the 14th and 15th centuries. Opening hours: from 6 a.m. to 12
a.m. and from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., all week.
Mining Museums of Prettau und Ridnaun
Enter the enchanting world of the subterranean, feel the history, the
harsh life of the miners, take a ride on a mine train, walk through
the tunnels and breath the damp air, touch the old mining tools and
learn how copper and silver was mined 800 years ago. Opening times:
1 April – 31 October, from 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m., Mondays closed.
Groups must book in advance. Mining Museum Prettau tel. 0474 654 298;
Mining Museum Ridnaun tel. 0472 656 364
South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology and Iceman in Bozen/Bolzano
The historic route, including the Iceman found approx. 5000 years ago,
covers the period from the late Palaeolithic to the Copper, Bronze and
Iron Ages, as well as the Roman Times and the Early Middle Ages in South
Tyrol. The Iceman, found by accident in 1991, with his clothes and equipment,
mummified and frozen: is an archaeological sensation and a unique snapshot
of a Copper Age man. Opening Times: Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to
5 p.m., Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., closed on Mondays, open on
holidays. Admission: € 8,00, reductions for seniors, students,
groups, handicapped persons, school classes, family cards. Information
and guides: tel. 0471 982 098
South Tyrol Museum for Hunting and Fishing Castle Wolfsthurn
in Mareit/Ratschings
Castle Wolfsthurn is said to be the most beautiful castle of
the whole Tyrol region and now the Museum for Hunting and Fishing has
been set up and therefore opened for the public. It is certainly worth
to visit it. Opening times: 1st April – 15th November, Tuesdays
to Saturdays from 9.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m., Sundays and holidays from
1 p.m. to 5 p.m., closed on Mondays. Adults € 3,60, groups €
2.60. Tel. 0472 758 121
Bergila –– mountain pine oil distillery and herbs
(between the villages of Kiens and Issing, near Lake Issing).
Own production of essential oils and herbs. They offer daily tours through
the distillery and the gardens of herbs - free of charge. Opening hours:
Mondays to Fridays from 8 a.m. to 12 a.m. and from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m..
From 24/07 to 21/08 also open on Saturdays and Sundays. Groups with
more than 10 people should give notice in advance. Tel. 0474 565 373
The region south of Bolzano has a long tradition in producing wines and at the Wine museum you can see the old tools of barrel-making, recipients made of wood, copper or glass, and old wine presses. Opening hours: 01/04 – 11/11/04 from 9.30 a.m. to 12 a.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., July and August till 10 p.m. on Thursdays, on Sundays and on holidays from 10 to 12 a.m. . Admission: Adults € 2,10, children up to 6 years free, reductions for teenagers, seniors and groups, closed on Mondays. Tel. 0471 963 168.
The information published on this page is taken from the web site of the Tourism Board Olang: www.olang.com
