But it’s not only about hiking like on the walkable Kellerbauweg connecting the Sonnenklarhuette at the Speikboden and the Edelrauthuette in Weissenbach or tours to the Riesenfernerhuette at the Gaensebichljoch which will be the highest peak to conquer on this years routing being situated on 2,971 metres above zero. It’s also about some other events like the fair in Muehlen. The best Tyrolean people of the country are celebrating this festival once a year attracting many visitors from far and wide.

In addition, Sand which is nestled in by mountains between and is located 865 to 1,600 metres above zero maintained its lively character as main town of the valley. The market town with its 5,000 inhabitants and about 3,000 spare beds also has a colourful and complex range of sport activities. For example Ahornach, situated high above Sand, is a paradise for hang-gliding and paragliding. In Rein, cross country skiers and hikers are getting their money’s worth. Those who are seeking for rest will find the spot to be in Kematen, a small village just off a bemused church of pilgrimage.

You can find more information about Sand in Taufers at www.ahrntal.com.