Brixen has a long history: it's the oldest city in Tyrol and was the seat of the ecclesiastical principality for a long time. Some of the city’s most important monuments still bear witness to the historical events that ahve shaped the place, such as the majestic Cathedral of Brixen, which attracts people interested in art history. The cathedral boasts various styles, such as the cloister with its cross vaults and medieval frescoes or the baroque interior frescoes.

During your holiday in South Tyrol, walk beneath the arcades of winding city streets and experience how history and the present are intertwined. This is especially true during a stroll through the Stufels, the oldest part of town, which is located between the Eisack and Rienz rivers. Brixen’s famous hospitality will enchant and enthral you. While paying a visit to the inviting inns, restaurants and trendy bars, get to know South Tyrolean traditions, secret recipes and Brixen lifestyle over a glass of white wine, harvested from the grapes of the surrounding vineyards.