Rasen-Antholz

The municipality spans across the Antholz valley, surrounded by the Rieserferner mountain group and Villgraten Mountains of the Central Eastern Alps.

Archaeological discoveries near Niederrasen indicate Iron Age settlements, followed by Roman occupation in 15 BC and Bavarian settlement around 590 AD.

The population distribution reflects South Tyrolean heritage with 98.4% German speakers, preserving traditional Alpine customs through architecture and festivals.

The South Tyrol Arena hosts international biathlon competitions and features professional training facilities for winter sports enthusiasts throughout the season.

The municipality includes six distinct subdivisions called frazioni, with Niederrasen serving as the administrative center at 1030 meters elevation.

Location: South Tyrol

Capital city: Niederrasen

Elevation above the sea: 1,030 m

Shares border with: Bruneck, Sand in Taufers, Welsberg-Taisten, Percha, Olang, Gsies, Sankt Jakob in Defereggen

Website: http://comune.rasunanterselva.bz.it

GPS coordinates: 46.78189,12.04889

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:07