Enough with socks and perfume. If you live in South Tyrol, you have some of Europe's most extraordinary experiences right on your doorstep — yet we keep giving the same boring things. This year, change everything: here are 7 original gift ideas for people living in Bolzano/Bozen, Bruneck, Brixen, Meran and Sterzing.
1. Zipline Gift Voucher — From €39
The most original and memorable gift you can give someone in South Tyrol. A flight on the Dolomites zipline at San Vigilio di Marebbe: 7 sections, 3 km of flight, up to 80 km/h and 100 metres high over UNESCO World Heritage mountains.
Why it's number 1: it's an experience you never forget, works for everyone (ages 14 to 70+), is bought in 3 minutes online and arrives by email. No other gift in South Tyrol offers this mix of adrenaline, nature and simplicity.
Prices:
- Giant Swing: from €39
- Zipline Experience: €89
- Zipline + 4K Video: €118
- Group 21+: from €77/person
Distances from home:
- From Bruneck: 20 minutes
- From Brixen: 45 minutes
- From Sterzing: 1 hour
- From Bolzano/Bozen: 1 hour 15 minutes
- From Meran: 1 hour 30 minutes
Adrenaline Adventures gift vouchers are available online 24/7, delivered instantly by email as PDF and valid 12 months. Perfect as a last-minute gift: buy at 11:59pm and print in time for the next morning.
2. South Tyrolean Speck and Wine Basket
A classic that never disappoints: a basket with South Tyrolean speck PGI, alpine cheese, rye bread and a bottle of local wine — a Gewurztraminer or Lagrein.
Perfect for: foodies, those who appreciate local products, gifting something "ours" to relatives outside the province. Budget: €30-80.
3. Spa and Wellness Day
South Tyrol is home to world-class spas and wellness centres. A voucher for a spa day — with sauna, panoramic pool and treatments — is a gift everyone appreciates, especially in winter.
Perfect for: anyone who needs to unwind, couples, stressed parents. Budget: €40-120.
4. South Tyrolean Cooking Class
Learn to make perfect dumplings or apple strudel with a local chef.
Perfect for: cooking enthusiasts, couples seeking a different activity, lovers of local traditions. Budget: €50-100.
5. Guided Hike With a Mountain Guide
An easy walk or guided hike with a certified mountain guide. Discover hidden trails, alpine flora and fauna, stories of the territory.
Perfect for: nature lovers, those who want to discover new corners of their homeland, families with children. Budget: €30-80.
6. South Tyrol Museum Pass
The Museumobil Card grants access to over 80 museums in the province, including the Messner Mountain Museums, the Archaeological Museum (Otzi) and many more.
Perfect for: the curious, families, those who want to discover Ladin culture. Budget: €36-42 (3-7 day validity, includes public transport).
7. Ski Day Pass
For South Tyroleans, a day at Plan de Corones/Kronplatz is always a solid gift idea.
Perfect for: skiers (and here in South Tyrol, that's nearly all of us), families. Budget: €50-70.
The most versatile gift? The zipline voucher. Works for birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine's Day, Father's Day, 18th birthdays, graduation and any occasion. Valid 12 months, bought in 3 minutes, delivered by email. Enough with socks.
The Ranking: Which Gift to Choose?
| Gift | Budget | Originality | Emotion | Practicality | |------|--------|-------------|---------|-------------| | Zipline | €39-118 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | | Speck & Wine | €30-80 | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | | Spa | €40-120 | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | | Cooking Class | €50-100 | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★☆☆ | | Guided Hike | €30-80 | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | | Museum Pass | €36-42 | ★★★☆☆ | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | | Ski Pass | €50-70 | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
Give Something That Makes the Heart Race
We live in one of the most beautiful regions in Europe. We have the Dolomites outside the window, the finest flavours of Italy, a culture unique in the world. Yet when it comes to gifts, we fall back on the usual perfume and socks.
This year, give something that makes the heart race. Something that creates a memory, not clutter.
Discover Adrenaline Adventures Gift VouchersAnd if you're not sure which package to choose, write to us — we'll help you find the perfect gift for every occasion and budget.
Need Help? Contact UsRead Also
- Adventure Gift Vouchers Dolomites — All gift packages.
- Experience Gifts: Why They Work — The science behind gifts.
- Things to Do in Bolzano — Guide to the capital.
- Things to Do in Bruneck — Gateway to the Dolomites.
- Things to Do in Brixen — The bishop's city.
