Summer holidays in Val d’Ega between trails and peaks

Name: Hotel zur Sonne
Address: Contrada 7, Cornedo all'Isarco, South Tyrol, 39053, IT
Telephone: +39 0471 365615

Your active summer in Val d’Ega

Hiking around the Catinaccio, cycling through flower-filled alpine meadows, enjoying a bathing day by the lake or having an aperitivo in the city: from the Gasthof zur Sonne, you can reach a wide range of destinations in no time. Sometimes active, sometimes wonderfully relaxed: that’s exactly what makes summer at the Sonne so special.

Person standing on rocky mountain at sunrise near a sign reading PULPITO 2,378 m.. - Hotel Zur Sonne

Two cyclists ride by a turquoise lake with pine trees and rocky mountains under a clear blue sky. - Hotel Zur Sonne

A couple relaxes on a wooden cabin balcony with mountains and flowers in the background. - Hotel Zur Sonne

Hiking between the Dolomites & alpine meadows

A leisurely walk to an alpine meadow, a panoramic tour through the Dolomites or a relaxed stroll around Lago di Carezza: Val d’Ega is one of the most beautiful hiking regions in South Tyrol. The Catinaccio, Latemar and Bletterbach Gorge offer a wide variety of routes, from gentle walks to more challenging hikes, often with spectacular views of the Dolomites. Many hiking destinations and excursions are just a short trip from the Gasthof zur Sonne. We’ll be happy to share our personal tips for beautiful walks and hikes in Val d’Ega.

A few hiking and excursion ideas in Val d’Ega:

Hike around Lago di Carezza with views of the Catinaccio & Latemar
Explore the Bletterbach Gorge and its impressive rock formations
Latemarium in Obereggen with panoramic trails and viewpoints
Hike towards Cornedo all’Isarco, with a traditional wine tavern, views of the castle and panoramic views across the valley

Jagged mountains and pine trees reflect in a calm lake, with purple flowers in the foreground. - Hotel Zur Sonne

Hikers walk through a rocky canyon lined with tall trees and steep cliff walls under a partly cloudy sky. - Hotel Zur Sonne

A group of hikers stands on rocky terrain with tall mountains and pine trees in the background. - Hotel Zur Sonne

Sun setting over a valley town with a stone castle, mountains, and green hills in the background. - Hotel Zur Sonne

Cycling through Val d’Ega

Winding Dolomite roads, panoramic tours through Val d’Ega and leisurely rides towards Valle Isarco make a cycling holiday at the Sonne wonderfully varied. Whether you’re on an e-bike, gravel bike, mountain bike or road bike, you’ll find a fantastic range of routes through gorges, along quiet forest paths and over scenic mountain passes.
There’s a lockable room for your bicycle, and we’ll be happy to share personal tips for tours and bike hire in the area.

Vineyards stretch toward a green lake, with hills, houses, and mountains under a partly cloudy sky. - Hotel Zur Sonne

Our summer tips around Val d’Ega

Leisurely rides through valleys and mountain villages, across alpine meadows and towards the Dolomite passes
Discover the Dolomite roads around the Catinaccio, Passo di Costalunga and Val d’Ega by road bike or e-bike
Enjoy a day swimming at Lago di Caldaro, the Monticolo Lakes or Lago di Fiè
Via ferratas around the Catinaccio for beginners and experienced climbers
Golf courses at Passo di Costalunga, Monte San Pietro or Siusi
Tennis courts in Nova Ponente or Bolzano, as well as horse riding opportunities in Nova Ponente

Four people sit outside at a café table, smiling and enjoying drinks and appetizers together. - Hotel Zur Sonne

Bolzano is also close

A stroll through Bolzano is a must at any time of year. Stroll through the historic alleys, enjoy an aperitivo on Piazza Walther or simply soak up a little Italian flair where the mountains meet a Mediterranean way of life: from the Gasthof zur Sonne, you can reach South Tyrol’s capital in just a few minutes. On rainy summer days, and especially in spring and autumn, the city’s little cafés, markets and squares reveal their relaxed side.