Magda’s Diary

When the days slowly become shorter in late summer and the first grapes are ready to be picked, one of the most beautiful times of the year begins around the Magdalener Hof: the grape harvest. And there is no need to travel far to experience it – the vineyards of Santa Maddalena and Rencio begin right outside our door. Between historic farmhouses, old stone walls and steep vineyard slopes, grapes are being…

Just a few kilometres above Bolzano lies a landscape that is perhaps at its most beautiful in autumn: the Salten, the vast high plateau above San Genesio. At an altitude of around 1,300 to 1,500 metres, open meadows alternate with light larch forests – and when the trees turn shades of yellow and gold in October, one of the loveliest times for an excursion begins. Along the way, magnificent views of the…

Our favourite pasta dough recipe to try at home. Take that very special Magda feeling and a piece of Italy home with you.

This hike to Torre di Pisa hut (also known as Latemar hut) is a real highlight for nature lovers. Up the mountain you go!

Art enriches our life. At Magdalener Hof, you can admire very special works of art – here you can learn more about them.

Val Sarentino/Sarntal is rich in sagas, legends, and myths. This hike to Stoanerne Mandln takes you back to a time when witches were still up to their mischief.

Soon, our terrace will be surrounded by a variety of magnificent and fragrant pine trees. Our guests will soon be able to stroll through our enchanting winter forest, enjoy a warming orange punch, and end the day by the open fire. The opening of our winter forest marks the beginning of the Christmas season at Magdalener Hof.