Rieserferner-Ahrn Nature Park

The nature reserve encompasses 31,500 hectares of mountains, glaciers, lakes, and waterfalls across the South Tyrolean landscape near the Austrian border.

The park received its official designation in 1988, marking the beginning of systematic conservation efforts in this section of the Italian Alps.

Local communities from six municipalities, including Sand in Taufers and Rasen-Antholz, maintain traditional land management practices within designated areas of the park.

Trained guides lead educational tours during summer months, teaching visitors about regional ecology through established hiking trails and observation points.

The park forms part of Europe's largest protected natural complex, connecting with Hohe Tauern National Park to create a 2,475-square-kilometer preservation zone.

Location: Ahrntal

Location: Gais

Location: Percha

Location: Prettau

Location: Rasen-Antholz

Location: Sand in Taufers

Inception: 1988

Part of: Natura 2000

Website: https://parchi-naturali.provincia.bz.it/parco-naturale-vedrette-di-ries-aurina.asp

GPS coordinates: 46.91048,12.05641

Latest update: April 24, 2025 00:16