Welcome to Mals and environs
Diversity all around
1051 m a.s.l.
Sunny Mals in the Oberer Vinschgau is the second largest municipality in South Tyrol by area. Between the Malser Haide and the slopes of the Sesvenna Alps, the village spreads across a wide high plateau. The variety of its hamlets, each with pearls of history and culture, gives Mals its unique character.
Cobblestones, historic buildings and cosy inns invite you to stroll, discover and linger in the well-kept village centre. Markets, events and the proximity to Switzerland and the Reschenpass make Mals a popular place to live and stay. The Romanesque Church of St. Benedikt with its frescoes from the 8th century is one of the oldest sacred buildings in the Alpine region.
The story of the village with its former 7 towers and the historic bunkers from the inter-war period are part of the rich cultural heritage of Mals. Mals is also rich in hamlets: Laatsch, Schleis, Burgeis, Tartsch on the mystical Tartscher Bühel, as well as the rural hamlets of Matsch, Ulten-Alsack, Planeil, Plawenn, Schlinig and Prämajur at the Watles - each radiates its own charm.
Highlights in Summer
In summer, Mals comes alive with endless opportunities for adventures and experiences. Hike across alpine pastures, relax by mountain lakes, conquer easy or challenging peaks and crown your hours in the mountains with regional culinary highlights. Bikers find bountiful bliss on cross-border tours or along the Via Claudia Augusta. Swimming, paragliding, immersing yourself in nature - head out into the green - Mals get you moving!
St. Benedikt Church
A must for those seeking peace and culture: the small Romanesque St. Benedikt Church on the edge of Mals holds Carolingian frescoes from the 8th century and is one of the oldest sacred buildings in the Alps.
Bunker sites
Discovering hidden concrete giants. These secret relics from the inter-war period are part of the former Italian Alpine Wall. Join a guided tour through partly underground tunnels and discover fascinating stories from the past.
Sportwell Mals
Your all-year-round activity centre in the Vinschgau. With an indoor pool, outdoor pool, sauna, gym, and tennis court, you're guaranteed not to get bored. Whether focused training, relaxation or family fun - move, unwind and feel happy.
Schleis – Laatsch – Tartsch
Three small hamlets, each make a big impression: Schleis with its peaceful setting and rural charm, Laatsch with its historic village centre and traditional Fasnacht carnival, Tartsch with its Bühel and the myths surrounding it.
Tartscher Bühel
A glacier-shaped hill marks the landscape around Mals. Its striking form, archaeological finds from the Neolithic era and the Romanesque little church of St. Veit make the Bühel a place of energy with wide views and deep roots.
Waalwege
Walk along ancient irrigation channels through meadows, hills and forests - the murmur of water in your ears, the vast valley before your eyes. Oberwaal and Mitterwaal are just two of the classic trails where nature meets local history.
Highlights in Winter
When winter comes, Mals is all about sport. Thanks to the Watles ski paradise, the Schlinig cross-country skiing centre and a varied world of winter hiking trails, the possibilities for active adventures are amazing. Whether you prefer touring through silent white landscapes or racing down ski slopes, cross-country trails or toboggan runs - you’ll always be rewarded with breathtaking panoramas. Head out into the snow - Mals gets you moving!
St. Benedikt Church
A must for those seeking peace and culture: the small Romanesque St. Benedikt Church on the edge of Mals holds Carolingian frescoes from the 8th century and is one of the oldest sacred buildings in the Alps.
Sportwell Mals
Your all-year-round activity centre in the Vinschgau. With an indoor pool, outdoor pool, sauna, gym, and tennis court, you're guaranteed not to get bored. Whether focused training, relaxation or family fun - move, unwind and feel happy.
Schleis – Laatsch – Tartsch
Three small hamlets, each make a big impression: Schleis with its peaceful setting and rural charm, Laatsch with its historic village centre and traditional Fasnacht carnival, Tartsch with its Bühel and its powerful, mystical aura.
Tartscher Bühel
A legendary hill of volcanic origin shapes the landscape around Mals. Its striking form, archaeological finds from the Neolithic era and the Romanesque little church of St. Veith make the Bühel a place of energy with extensive views and deep roots.
Accommodations
Holidays straight from the heart. A cosy guesthouse, a family-friendly farm stay or a stylish hotel? Mals and its surroundings offer the perfect holiday home for every taste. Here you will find what suits you best.
Feel the Summer
That pictures say more than words is proven when browsing our gallery. Anticipation and memories may become stirred. Above all else, there is sure to be a great deal of excitement about the beauty of summer in Mals and the surrounding area.
Enjoy the Winter
That pictures say more than words is proven when browsing our gallery. Anticipation and memories may become stirred. Above all else, there is sure to be a great deal of excitement about the beauty of summer in Mals and the surrounding area.
Location & Arrival
Mals lies in the heart of the Oberer Vinschgau in South Tyrol and includes numerous hamlets stretching from the sunny plateau up into high alpine side valleys.
From the north:
Innsbruck Landeck
From Innsbruck over the Fernpass, continue over the Reschenpass and along the state road to Mals.
From the south:
Bozen Meran
The MEBO express road (Meran-Bozen) merges directly into the Vinschgau state road, which takes you all the way to Mals.
Whether coming from the north, west or south - Mals is easy and convenient to reach by public transport too.
Link to public transport - click here.
