Villnöß

Villnöß is a municipality in South Tyrol composed of several villages positioned at different elevations across alpine terrain. The settlements are surrounded by mountain landscapes connected by hiking trails and mountain paths.

The area has a long past as an alpine region shaped by mining and agriculture. Over the 20th century, it developed into its current administrative form.

German is the language you hear in daily conversation throughout the area, reflecting its deep ties to Tyrolean tradition. This connection shows in how the villages are built and in how residents interact with their surroundings.

Bus connections from Brixen serve the villages throughout the day, making travel straightforward for visitors. The best time to visit is from May through October, when higher elevations are free of snow.

The area maintains flocks of a distinctive sheep breed that represents traditional alpine farming practices. This breed is an important part of local agricultural heritage and shows how people work with their landscape.

Location: South Tyrol

Capital city: St. Peter

Elevation above the sea: 1,132 m

Shares border with: Klausen, Lajen, Santa Cristina - Gherdëina, Feldthurns, Brixen, Urtijëi, San Martin de Tor

Website: https://funes.eu

GPS coordinates: 46.64286,11.68137

Latest update: December 20, 2025 16:05