10 things you'll love about Roter Hahn farms

South Tyrol is an ideal destination for lovers of active holidays as well as those seeking peace and relaxation. Full-day mountain hikes, exciting horseback riding tours or relaxing SPA visits are just some of the whole range of activities that can be experienced by visiting the Roter Hahn farms.

1. Farms in South Tyrol are still small and the coexistence of rural culture and Alpine nature has continued for years. At the Roter Hahn farms, you can explore history and actively participate in farm life, without sacrificing the convenience of carefully restored tourist farms.

2. The Roter Hahn gives tourists the opportunity to choose the farm that is perfect for them. We can choose from over 1,600 farms located high in the mountains, as well as lower in the vicinity of cities. The huge difference in height means that next to each other there are beautiful landscapes that are separated by many degrees of latitude. You can also choose a farm based on its distance from attractions such as a lake or a ski slope, as well as from the city center or the nearest bus stop.

3. South Tyrol is the perfect place for those looking for an active holiday. When visiting the Roter Hahn farms, you can take advantage of the offer of mountain biking, Nordic walking and mountain climbing. Many of the farms are situated on marked hiking trails, offer free equipment rental and a package of guided tours.

4. Roter Hahn farms are also a great choice for family trips. Amidst the beautiful nature, children can rest and commune with domesticated farm animals. Most of the farms are adapted to the youngest tourists and have special attractions, playgrounds, swimming pools and animation games. During this time, parents can indulge in their own pleasures.

5. Health farms are places where we can try hay or milk bath, massage, cosmetic masks, grape treatments or Kneipp therapy. The hosts of these places share traditional knowledge about medicinal plants, combined with the results of the latest research on a healthy lifestyle.

6. South Tyrol also has allergy-friendly farms. They are situated in an area with a low level of dust and a short flowering period. Equipped with items made of natural and unprocessed materials, with access to clean water of very low hardness. All of them are completely non-smoking.

7. Restaurants and bars are a must-see during your stay at the Roter Hahn farms. South Tyrolean cuisine is very interesting due to its influences from Italy and Austria. Traditional dishes are various types of dumplings and dumplings, which are the pride of Tyrolean farmers. There are over 50 types of them, and this is just a drop in the sea of Tyrolean home-made specialties.

8. Roter Hahn farms are famous for the fact that tourists staying in them can prepare their own dishes. Farmers are eager to involve visitors in production, as this way they can prove their reliability. Visiting the Roter Hahn farms, we have a unique chance to produce cheese, blow a traditional "speck" or take part in the fruit harvest to make jam or juice from them.

9. Wine connoisseurs will be delighted with South Tyrol's vineyards. The noble liquors, aged from barrel to barrel in old cellars, are witnesses of a centuries-old rural tradition. You can see with your own eyes what the process of pressing or bottling wine looks like, and at the end of the day celebrate the past impressions with a glass of wine from your home vineyard.

10. On the Roter Hahn farms, enthusiasts of creative forms of spending free time will also find their place. In every farm you can find great suggestions and ideas for DIY work. Forming stars from straw, carving figurines from wood or kneading dough yourself is a pleasant activity, both for young and old. There is no limit to the scope for fantasy here.

The traditional rural way of life, feeding on farm products, authentic atmosphere, cordial relations with the hosts and the closeness of nature guarantee an unforgettable holiday experience. Where else do mountain trails start right on the doorstep, children can collect eggs for breakfast themselves, and adults finally find time for their families? The strict selection criteria and regular inspections of the Roter Hahn association guarantee the highest quality and sustainable development of South Tyrol's rural culture - also for future generations.

Roter Hahn (eng. Red Rooster ) - a union of over 1700 agritourism farms located in Italy, in South Tyrol. It was founded in 1999 by the South Tyrolean Farmers' Union. Initially, only farms offering stays to tourists could join the Roter Hahn. Since 2003, the Association has also opened up to farms dealing with gastronomy and the production of high-quality organic food. More information as well as details on booking places in the Roter Hahn farms can be made on the association's website: www.roterhahn.pl