Holiday houses and apartments in Neustift, Austria | Italiavillas

History

Centuries ago, around 1000 AD, the valley was first documented under the name Stupeia. In the 14th century, the community that later became Neustift was known as “im Tal” (“in the valley”), and even today, locals are affectionately called Tholer (valley dwellers). The area served as an imperial hunting ground for Emperor Maximilian I in the early 16th century. In 1768, construction began on the impressive Neustift Parish Church, designed by Tyrolean late Baroque architect Franz de Paula Penz. The church is dedicated to Saint George, and its iconic 64-meter bell tower still dominates the Alpine skyline as a symbol of the village’s deep-rooted history.

Description

Located just 25 kilometers south of Innsbruck, Neustift im Stubaital is a classic Tyrolean mountain village where traditional Alpine charm meets world-class hospitality. The destination attracts visitors all year round with its dramatic landscape and wide range of outdoor activities. Here you will find everything from cozy apartments in the middle of the village to spacious chalets and luxurious villas on sunny hillsides. Many holiday homes offer panoramic views of the surrounding mountain peaks, as if taken straight from a postcard. The atmosphere is warm and authentic with wood-clad facades, flower-filled balconies and a leisurely pace.

Nature

The natural landscape around Neustift is magnificent and dramatic. The upper part of the valley is surrounded by rugged peaks of gneiss and granite, which rise more than 3,000 meters above sea level.

Stubai Glacier

With an area of ??15 square kilometers, the Stubai Glacier is an impressive area of ??eternal ice, deep crevasses and spectacular views.

Grawa Waterfall

The Grawa Waterfall is the widest waterfall in the Eastern Alps. The rushing glacial water falls 180 meters and creates a cool mist that can be experienced from the nearby wooden viewing platforms.

WildeWasserWeg

This popular hiking trail takes visitors through the valley's raw nature with turquoise glacier streams, alpine lakes such as the Blaue Lacke and deep gorges.

Activities

Neustift is both a paradise for adrenaline seekers and an ideal destination for families.

Winter Activities

Skiing and snowboarding are among the biggest attractions, especially on the Stubai Glacier, where snow is guaranteed and pistes reach an altitude of 3,210 meters. The area is also known for Tyrol's largest toboggan run with illuminated toboggans.

Summer Activities

In summer, hiking and mountaineering are particularly popular. Visitors can explore the legendary Stubai High Trail or take the Elfer Gondola up into the mountains. Paragliding offers spectacular tandem flights over the valley, while mountain biking offers kilometers of trails for both classic mountain bikes and e-bikes.

Typical dishes

Tyrolean cuisine is hearty, warm and perfect after long days in the mountains.

Stubaier Kiachl

A traditional yeast dough that is deep-fried and served either sweet with powdered sugar and lingonberry jam or savory with sauerkraut or game tragout.

Kaspressknödel

Flat, pan-fried bread dumplings filled with local grey cheese, often served in hot beef broth or with fresh salad.

Tiroler Gröstl

A classic Alpine dish of fried potatoes, beef or pork, onions and herbs, topped with a fried egg.

Festivals and culture

Traditions are kept alive in Neustift, and the year is filled with cultural events and local festivities.

Almabtrieb

Every September, cows decorated with flowers, bells and colorful ribbons are led down from the mountain meadows to the valley. The event is celebrated with music, markets and regional specialties.

Sacred music concerts and church anniversaries

In the summer months, concerts are held in the parish church, where the historic organ from 1775 with over 2,400 pipes is still in use.

Midsummer Bonfire

At the summer solstice, local clubs light large bonfires on the mountaintops around the Stubai Mountains, creating a spectacular sight in the dark of night.

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