The Castelrotto High Plateau Around Mt. Sciliar

One Place, a Thousand Goals

The village of Castelrotto at the high plateau of Mt. Sciliar (in German: Kastelruth am Schlern) is an ideal starting point for pleasant tours and challenging hikes through the Dolomites. This is where our Hotel Alpenflora is located. We are more than willing to assist you with tips and information when it comes to the leisure activities and opportunities in our surroundings.

Impressions

Wellness Hotel Alpenflora in Kastelruth - Seiser Alm - Südtirol.

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The Pink Parish Tower

Whoever has seen Castelrotto in South Tyrol once will remember it. One reason is the impressive pink tower of the Saint Peter and Paul Church, which is slightly secluded from the parish church. Since the turn of the last century, Castelrotto has been a meeting point for everyone who enjoys holidays in South Tyrol and in Hotel Alpenflora. Today, the village is especially appreciated for its hospitality and preservation of customs, as well as for its shopping opportunities. Ambling along the village alleys, one may pass by stores and shops, bars, manors, and well-kept farmhouses. Also, a pleasant walk on the Kofel village hill of Castelrotto is sure to make you feel at ease.

The Castelrotto Witches’ Dance

In Castelrotto, we have an animated history of legends and myths around the Sciliar witches that meet for their coven on the “witch chairs”. The witch chairs are actually rock formations that are shaped like chairs and arranged in a circuit, which have enlivened peoples’ fantasies for centuries. The witches also come into town, in the form of colorful Alpine customs and events inspired by the ancient legends, which include elements of historic facts.

Castelrotto in Summer and Winter Moods

Directly above Castelrotto, around the steep slopes of the Dolomites, stretches the Siusi Alpine pasture. With over 350 kilometers of hiking paths and trails, it is the biggest single high Alpine pasture in Europe – a true hikers’ paradise. In addition, charming small villages close to Castelrotto, such as Tagusens, St. Michael, and St. Valentin, can be discovered on pleasant, short hiking tours. In winter, the Siusi ski area offers great panoramic views from slopes, cableways, and chairlifts, as well as on well-groomed cross-country trails. Just a short drive away, one can find the world-renowned ski areas of the Dolomites, such as Alta Badia, Val Gardena, Plan de Corones, and Cortina d’Ampezzo. Heather flowers blossom on the timbered slopes of Castelrotto.