Our hotel blog with tips, highlights & recipes from South Tyrol

A peek behind the scenes

Our blog is more than just a magazine: it’s a collection of heartfelt moments, seasonal delights and fine discoveries that bring the Val Casies to life. Here we write about the little joys of life – dive in and let yourself be inspired …

A chef in uniform holding and looking at a large round loaf of bread outdoors. - Hotel Magdalenahof
21.07.2025
Sourdough bread is experiencing a comeback

Why is it so healthy? What is sourdough for starter?
Sourdough bread combines the pleasure of good food with health benefits – a trend that is making a comeback.

Five people dressed formally stand smiling under black, gold, and white balloon decorations indoors. - Hotel Magdalenahof
08.07.2025
20 years Hotel Magdalenahof

To celebrate our 20th hotel anniversary, we want to share the story of our hotel—a story of passion, courage, and love for nature and hospitality.

Bowls with fresh herbs and colorful edible flowers, including blue and yellow petals, on a dark surface. - Hotel Magdalenahof
27.05.2025
The power of mountain herbs

Around 130 plant species grow on healthy South Tyrolean mountain meadows...

A person cross-country skiing on a groomed snowy trail with mountains in the background. - Hotel Magdalenahof
04.01.2025
Why cross-country skiing is good for you

Good reasons for cross-country skiing

Rectangular fried pastries dusted with powdered sugar, arranged closely together. - Hotel Magdalenahof
01.10.2024
South Tyrolean “Krapfen” with chestnut filling

We look forward to it all year round – autumn is here, bringing with it a mix of golden October days, autumn storms and culinary&nbs;highlights.

Smiling couple with backpacks embraces outdoors, mountains and blue sky in the background. - Hotel Magdalenahof
20.09.2024
5 reasons why fall is the best season

Autumn is simply wonderful.

Old wooden shack in a grassy field with hay and mountains in the background under a blue sky. - Hotel Magdalenahof
29.08.2024
Hay Bath

Discovered and enjoyed by the farmers of our mountain pastures for several hundred years!

Old stone buildings sit on lush green hillsides beneath a partly cloudy sky and rugged mountains. - Hotel Magdalenahof
01.08.2024
Smuggling

at the "Gsiesertörl" (border to Austria)

A glass of fresh ginger juice on a table with ginger root slices and an orange nearby. - Hotel Magdalenahof
24.02.2024
Immune booster Ingwer Shot

Thanks to these ingredients, ginger shots can strengthen the immune system and are particularly popular during the cold season.

Two loaves of bread partly covered with a white cloth sit on a wooden board by a window overlooking greenery. - Hotel Magdalenahof
14.11.2023
Homemade wholemeal spelt bread

... for all foodies!

Three wooden cabins on a grassy hillside with autumn trees and snow-capped mountains in the background. - Hotel Magdalenahof
25.09.2023
Autumn delights³

... fantastic October weather!

Mountain lake surrounded by rocky hills and greenery under a partly cloudy sky, seen from above. - Hotel Magdalenahof
19.08.2023
The Black Lake

Val Casies, the hiking paradise in the Val&bsp;Pusteria
One of the most spectacular tours starts right at our Hotel Magdalenahof...

Two people hike on a grassy hill with mountains and a large cross in the background under a bright sky. - Hotel Magdalenahof
31.05.2023
New paths

Breaking new ground while hiking

A woman in a wooden sauna waves a towel, with large windows showing a green landscape outside. - Hotel Magdalenahof
25.05.2023
Tips and tricks for skilful relaxation

How to use the sauna properly at the wellness hotel in Val Pusteria

Five people in traditional clothing smiling outdoors with mountains and trees in the background. - Hotel Magdalenahof
03.06.2021
Our host family, the Burgers

Introducing our host family..

Elegant table setting with wine glasses, rolled napkin, cutlery, and a small plant on a white tablecloth. - Hotel Magdalenahof
29.09.2020
South Tyrolean apricot strudel

Simply irresistible - Who hasn't heard of apple strudel? But have you ever tasted the delicious South Tyrolean apricot strudel?

A plate of schlutzkrapfen topped with grated cheese and chopped herbs, held by a person in a blue apron. - Hotel Magdalenahof
29.09.2020
Recipe for South Tyrolean Schlutzkrapfen

Incomparably delicious!

A cow with a colorful collar walks down a street during a parade, watched by a crowd near alpine houses. - Hotel Magdalenahof
18.08.2019
Cattle drive in the Gsiesertal valley

Summer is drawing to a close ...

Smiling couple with backpacks embraces outdoors, mountains and blue sky in the background. - Hotel Magdalenahof
20.09.2024
5 reasons why fall is the best season

Autumn is simply wonderful.

Three wooden cabins on a grassy hillside with autumn trees and snow-capped mountains in the background. - Hotel Magdalenahof
25.09.2023
Autumn delights³

... fantastic October weather!

Mountain lake surrounded by rocky hills and greenery under a partly cloudy sky, seen from above. - Hotel Magdalenahof
19.08.2023
The Black Lake

Val Casies, the hiking paradise in the Val&bsp;Pusteria
One of the most spectacular tours starts right at our Hotel Magdalenahof...

Two people hike on a grassy hill with mountains and a large cross in the background under a bright sky. - Hotel Magdalenahof
31.05.2023
New paths

Breaking new ground while hiking

A person cross-country skiing on a groomed snowy trail with mountains in the background. - Hotel Magdalenahof
04.01.2025
Why cross-country skiing is good for you

Good reasons for cross-country skiing

Rectangular fried pastries dusted with powdered sugar, arranged closely together. - Hotel Magdalenahof
01.10.2024
South Tyrolean “Krapfen” with chestnut filling

We look forward to it all year round – autumn is here, bringing with it a mix of golden October days, autumn storms and culinary&nbs;highlights.

A glass of fresh ginger juice on a table with ginger root slices and an orange nearby. - Hotel Magdalenahof
24.02.2024
Immune booster Ingwer Shot

Thanks to these ingredients, ginger shots can strengthen the immune system and are particularly popular during the cold season.

Two loaves of bread partly covered with a white cloth sit on a wooden board by a window overlooking greenery. - Hotel Magdalenahof
14.11.2023
Homemade wholemeal spelt bread

... for all foodies!

Elegant table setting with wine glasses, rolled napkin, cutlery, and a small plant on a white tablecloth. - Hotel Magdalenahof
29.09.2020
South Tyrolean apricot strudel

Simply irresistible - Who hasn't heard of apple strudel? But have you ever tasted the delicious South Tyrolean apricot strudel?

A plate of schlutzkrapfen topped with grated cheese and chopped herbs, held by a person in a blue apron. - Hotel Magdalenahof
29.09.2020
Recipe for South Tyrolean Schlutzkrapfen

Incomparably delicious!

Bowls with fresh herbs and colorful edible flowers, including blue and yellow petals, on a dark surface. - Hotel Magdalenahof
27.05.2025
The power of mountain herbs

Around 130 plant species grow on healthy South Tyrolean mountain meadows...

Old wooden shack in a grassy field with hay and mountains in the background under a blue sky. - Hotel Magdalenahof
29.08.2024
Hay Bath

Discovered and enjoyed by the farmers of our mountain pastures for several hundred years!

Old stone buildings sit on lush green hillsides beneath a partly cloudy sky and rugged mountains. - Hotel Magdalenahof
01.08.2024
Smuggling

at the "Gsiesertörl" (border to Austria)

A woman in a wooden sauna waves a towel, with large windows showing a green landscape outside. - Hotel Magdalenahof
25.05.2023
Tips and tricks for skilful relaxation

How to use the sauna properly at the wellness hotel in Val Pusteria

Five people in traditional clothing smiling outdoors with mountains and trees in the background. - Hotel Magdalenahof
03.06.2021
Our host family, the Burgers

Introducing our host family..

A chef in uniform holding and looking at a large round loaf of bread outdoors. - Hotel Magdalenahof
21.07.2025
Sourdough bread is experiencing a comeback

Why is it so healthy? What is sourdough for starter?
Sourdough bread combines the pleasure of good food with health benefits – a trend that is making a comeback.

Five people dressed formally stand smiling under black, gold, and white balloon decorations indoors. - Hotel Magdalenahof
08.07.2025
20 years Hotel Magdalenahof

To celebrate our 20th hotel anniversary, we want to share the story of our hotel—a story of passion, courage, and love for nature and hospitality.

A cow with a colorful collar walks down a street during a parade, watched by a crowd near alpine houses. - Hotel Magdalenahof
18.08.2019
Cattle drive in the Gsiesertal valley

Summer is drawing to a close ...

Cozy living room with modern fireplace, wood accents, large windows, and snowy landscape outside. - Hotel Magdalenahof