The advantage card Brixen Südtirol Guest Pass

Car(e)-free holidays in South Tyrol

When checking into Aparthotels Panorama Living Dolomites, all guests receive a complimentary Brixen Südtirol Guest Pass. This is an advantage card that allows free use of all public transport in South Tyrol as well as one free ascent and descent per day on the three mountain railways Gitschberg, Jochtal & Plose (during the specified period). You also benefit from selected leisure and cultural services in the region.
The Gitschberg mountain railway is just a few minutes' walk from Panorama Living Dolomites. From Meransen, you can also take the bus to Mühlbach, from where you can continue by bus or train to the Pustertal- or Eisacktal valleys – for a car-free and relaxing holiday.

Small card, great advantages

Mountain railways

Your advantage card Brixen Südtirol Guest Pass allows unlimited and cost-free use of the following cable cars:

  • Gitschberg mountain railway (14.05.–10.07. & 06.09.–07.11.2026), valley station within walking distance
  • Jochtal mountain railway (14.05.–10.07. & 06.09.–07.11.2026)
  • Plose mountain railway (23.05.–10.07. & 06.09.–01.11.2026)
  • Cable car Bozen/Bolzano – Ritten/Renon
  • Cable car Burgstall/Postal – Vöran/Verano
  • Cable car Mölten/Meltina – Vilpian/Vilpiano
  • Tramway on the Ritten/Renon plateau
  • Funicular railway to Mendel/Passo della Mendola

Public Transportation

The free and unlimited use of regional public transport in South Tyrol is also included in the advantage card Brixen Südtirol Guest Pass. Your car remains parked at the luxury apartment hotel Panorama Living Dolomites during your holiday and you can comfortably use the bus or train. Thanks to the excellent connections provided by the local public transport network, you can walk from your apartment hotel in Meransen/Maranza directly to the bus station, reach the village of Mühlbach/Rio di Pusteria down in the valley within only 10 minutes and conveniently continue from there by bus or train – for free. The mostly small, old and historically interesting cities of Brixen/Bressanone, Bruneck/Brunico, Bozen/Bolzano (the province’s capital) and Sterzing/Vipiteno can be reached from Mühlbach/Rio di Pusteria in a short time and you save yourself the tiresome search for a parking space in the cities.

Summer activity programme in the Ski- & Almenregion Gitschberg Jochtal

Monday

  • 8:00 am - 1:00 pm: Weekly market in Brixen
    On the Acquarena parking lot, in the Albuinstreet, in the Hartmannsquare or in the Trattengasse
  • 9.30 am: E-mountain bike & hike*
    Ride on the E-bike through the Altfass Valley and hike to the lake Seefeldsee | mountain terminal of the funicular Mühlbach/Meransen | Time: approx. 3,5-4 h | Difficulty: medium | Costs: € 20,00, please bring your own bike
  • 10.00 am: Aperitif on Mt. Gitschberg*
    An easy panoramic walk on Mt. Gitschberg rounded off with an aperitif | Nesselbahn lift mountain terminal | Time: approx. 2-3 h
  • 10.00 am: Old Castles & New Wines - Visit to the Vineyard & Organic Farm in Mühlbach*
    A local winegrower will be showing you around his vineyard and illustrating his alternative methods for cultivating grapes and ancient apple varieties | Fortress Mühlbacher Klause | Time: approx. 2 h
  • 2.00 pm: Summer in the mountains with Kneipp*
    A pleasurable circular hike to the Kneipp course in the Altfasstal valley with stations along the way | Altfasstal car park | Time: approx. 3-4 h
  • 4.00 pm: Wild herbs & Healing potions in Natz*
    Rediscovering ancient herbal knowledge | Village square Natz | Time: approx. 3 h

 

Tuesday

  • 8:00 am - 1 pm: Weekly market in Mühlbach
    In the center of the village
  • 8.30 am: Hike to the Eisbruggsee lake in Pfunders*
    This challenging hike requires good training. Bring along suitable equipment and provisions | Gasthof Brugger, Pfunders | Time: approx. 6 h

 

Wednesday

  • 8:15 am: Hike to the peak "Wilde Kreuzspitze" in Vals*
    Meeting point: parking lot "Jochtal" in Vals | This challenging hike requires good training. Bring along suitable equipment and provisions | Time: approx. 7 h
  • 10:00 am: E-bike of the Pustertal Valley*
    On the cycle path along the Rienz-river to the Almdorf Haidenberg, enjoying the fantastic of Bruneck | Meeting point: train station in Mühlbach | Time: approx. 5 h | Costs: € 20,00 per person for participation, E-bike Rental will be calculated apart
  • 10:00 am: Guided -bike tour from Mühlbach
    Meeting point: "Rentasport" at the train station in Mühlbach | Costs: € 55,00 per person E-bike included
  • 10.30 am: Discovering herbs and forest*
    Meeting Ringed trees, herbs, fun facts and quaint Alpine huts. Lunch special with herbs in the hut Ronerhütte (€ 10,00 in wished) | Zumis car park, Rodenecker-Lüsner Alp | Time: approx. 5 h | language: german or italian
  • Evening highlight in the mountain pasture: Summerdinner and quality food
    In the mountain hut Großberghütte in the Altfass valley (Reservation needed: 0039 0472 520 277)

Thursday

  • 5:00 am: Sunrise hike to Jochtal*
    Meeting point: Valley station cable car Jochtal | Time: approx. 2 h | Possibility to have breakfast in the mountains. You can return to the valley with the cable car from 8:30 am 
  • 8:00 am - 1:00 pm: Weekly market in Mühlbach
    in the center of the village
  • 8:45 am: E-bike tour from Toblach to Cortina*
    Meeting point: train station Mühlbach | Travel to Toblach by train, than ride on the E-bikes through the Valley Höhlensteintal to the Olympic City Cortina and return again by train | Time: approx. 7 h | Costs: € 20,00 per person for participation, E-bike rental will be calculated apart. Rail trainsport of the bike: € 7,00
  • 10.00 am: Family hike to the Spinges Bunker*
    A family-friendly walk through the village and woods to the Spinges bunker, where we will discover the power of breathing. A tour of the bunker is included | Spinges church | Time: 3 h
  • 10.00 am & 3.00 pm: Guided tours of the Mühlbacher Klause
    The ruins were once a customs post and hunting seat, as well as the backdrop for the German Peasant’s war in 1526 and the Tyrolean Rebellion of 1809 | Mühlbacher Klause | Time: approx. 1 h

 

FRIDAY

  • 10.00 am: Hike to the Pfunders mountain farms*
    The green Pfunders Valley boasts well-preserved historical farms, traditional craftsmanship and stunning landscapes | Pfunders sport area | Time: approx. 4 h
  • 11.00 am: The Meronsna Legend Trails*
    Surprisingly humorous and pleasurable, this easy hike is studded with legends, stories and facts about Meransen | Tennis hall Meransen | Time: approx. 3 h 
  • 3.00 pm: Easy rafting tour, suitable for families*
    Perfect for families and beginners who want to combine fun and adventure | St. Sigmund sports area | Time: approx. 1.5 h Price: adults € 35.00 | children (5-12 years) € 25.00

 

(This weekly events programme is an example and subject to change without notice!)
*Participation only with the Gitschberg Jochtal Almencard

Book your dream holiday at the luxury apartment hotel Panorama Living Dolomites now and come here to enjoy unlimited possibilities of leisure activities thanks to the advantage card Brixen Südtirol Guest Pass. Hike, experience culture and discover the multifaceted South Tyrol – for free!

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Questions & Answers about the Brixen Südtirol Guest Pass in Summer

Do I receive the Brixen Südtirol Guest Pass at Panorama Living Dolomites?

Yes. The Guest Pass is included for our guests and accompanies you throughout your stay.

Can I use public transport free of charge?

Yes. The Brixen Südtirol Guest Pass allows you to use public transport throughout South Tyrol free of charge.

Are mountain lifts included in summer too?

During selected seasonal periods, one ascent and descent per day on participating mountain lifts is included. The exact services depend on your travel dates.

Which mountain lifts are included in the summer benefits?

Seasonal benefits include lifts in the Gitschberg Jochtal area as well as on the Plose. Which lifts are included during your stay depends on the current Brixen Südtirol Guest Pass services.

Are there benefits for swimming pools too?

Yes. Depending on the season, the Guest Pass includes admission to selected swimming pools in the region.

Can I visit museums with the Guest Pass?

Yes. Selected museums and cultural attractions are included among the services and benefits of the Guest Pass.

Is the Guest Pass useful for a car-free holiday?

Very much so. With free bus and train travel, many excursions are easy to enjoy without a car – while your vehicle simply stays parked at Panorama Living Dolomites.

Panorama Living Dolomites

Verena & Stefan Gruber
Via Kössler 2c
Maranza | 39037 Rio di Pusteria
South Tyrol | Dolomites | Italy

+39 0472 674477 
(daily from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm)
info@ panoramaliving.it
VAT ID 03061550210
CIN IT021074B46UUFZIFD

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