Valsertal, Protected valley in Nordtirol, Austria.
Valsertal is a protected valley in North Tyrol that runs through the Tux Alps and rises above 1000 meters in elevation. Scattered mountain farms dot the length of the valley, shaping its character.
Medieval quarrying extracted marble from the valley that was used in construction for royal residences and Innsbruck's cathedral. This mining shaped the area's economic importance for centuries.
The valley maintains traditional alpine pasture farming that shapes the landscape and is still practiced by local farmers today. This way of working the mountain meadows remains part of daily life and gives the place its distinct character.
The valley is accessible year-round and offers hikers several routes through the mountain landscape. The Geraer Mountain Hut at 2324 meters (7626 feet) serves as a base for exploring the surrounding peaks and valleys.
A grey alder forest at the valley's end has been protected since 1942 and harbors rare plant and animal species. This forest is a living space for creatures found only at this high altitude.
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