Welcome to South Tyrol‘s sunny plateau

The high mountain plateau of Ritten looks down onto the city of Bozen in the heart of South Tyrol, and rises into the sunshine-soaked mountains. It is here that the Sommerfrische — German for ‘summer retreat’ and a favourite way to escape the summer heat and spend a holiday enjoying the relaxed pace of village life — was invented 300 years ago. Today people of all ages can find their preferred way to experience the peaceful surroundings and outdoor activities, the laid-back atmosphere and cultural richness in a place pulsing with nature’s energy, from the vineyards in the valley to the alpine landscapes high up in the mountains. Welcome to the sunny Ritten plateau.