300 days of sunshine, 365 days of genuine hospitality.

A tiny hideaway at 1,361 m in San Genesio on the Salto high plateau - South Tyrol
For us, you are more friends than guests! We love our profession, which we pursue with passion in our guesthouse with horse farm in San Genesio – family run for over 80 years. We welcome you with heartfelt South Tyrolean hospitality and a radiant smile! Love for people, for animals, for nature and for the simple things in life - that’s what you experience with us.

Are you looking for an oasis of peace in the heart of Europe’s highest larch plateau?
Then you are exactly in the right place!
Only 12 kilometres from Bolzano, our family-run guesthouse is located in a unique position on the sunny, panoramic Salto high plateau. Just 50 metres from the guesthouse you will find our horse farm, lovingly looked after by Norbert and Petra.

Ready for unforgettable mountain and horse-riding adventures in San Genesio?
Our guesthouse with horse farm offers an excellent starting point for exciting adventures on the charming Salto plateau on the Monzoccolo mountain ridge, home of the Haflinger horses.
Discover the area on horseback, enjoy wonderful hikes, many bike tours and breathtaking hiking tours - in summer and winter.

We look forward to welcoming you to our home!
Family Höller & the Edelweiss team

Philosophy

With us the clocks tick slower...
With us, managers take a break from the daily grind, follow their own rhythm, and enjoy a healthy breakfast in their pyjamas at 3 p.m.
With us, children get up early in the morning with the first cockcrow and help feed the animals while their parents can sleep longer in the morning.
With us, families enjoy the breathtaking surroundings, take a ride with well-behaved horses through Europe's highest larch high plateau and go to bed fully satisfied - instead of watching TV.
With us, nature lovers from the city seek inspiration in the impressive scenery of the Salto plateau.
With us, singles jog to the church of San Giacomo of Lavenna/Langfenn, take an e-bike ride to the alpine pasture "Jenesiener Jöchl" and meet new friends.
With us, seniors enjoy a pleasant carriage ride, breathe in the pure, fresh mountain air, have breakfast as they please, soak up sun rays to their heart's delight, pamper their palates with excellent cuisine and appreciate the genuine hospitality of the Höller family and the guesthouse team.

Rest well, sleep well…

... in the cosy rooms of the Guesthouse Edelweiss in San Genesio - South Tyrol
What could be better than a good night's sleep - especially on holiday? During a stay at the guesthouse Edelweiss you can fall asleep peacefully, breathing in the fresh mountain air, dreaming deeply and waking up refreshed and full of energy. Your soothing getaway? One of our rooms, of course!

Prices

Included for you:

Daily rich breakfast buffet with homemade and regional quality products
Large sunbathing lawn
Daily room cleaning
Near riding stables (a few metres from the guesthouse)
Free parking
Free WiFi in the whole building
Laundry service (extra charge)
Covered parking for your bikes and motorbikes
E-Bike charging station
Tool kit and cleaning utensils for bikes
E-Bike rental (extra charge)
Free hiking maps available
Sticks rental for Nordic Walking
Pick-up service from San Genesio bus station

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Our cuisine.

Regional & homemade specialities at the guesthouse Edelweiss
The fabulous simplicity of our traditional kitchen… Stephan and Ewald love the South Tyrolean cuisine: dumplings, Kaiserschmarrn, barley soup, Costine del Castel Porco (spare ribs) - and many other treats they cook as a team!

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day! That's why at the guesthouse & horse farm Edelweiss you can expect a rich and vital breakfast buffet, served in our cosy dining room. Homemade jams and cakes, freshly baked bread from the local bakery, cold cuts, South Tyrolean alpine butter, creamy yoghurt and crunchy muesli. And a cup of Italian coffee or South Tyrolean herbal te, of course. We value territoriality – that’s why all our products and ingredients are either homemade or supplied by local farmers.

On request, we prepare simple and/or cold dishes for lunch.

In the evening, Stephan prepares a tasty menu based on Alpine-Mediterranean meals.

Gluten-free dishes? No problem - with prior notice. A vegetarian main course? You will find it on the menu every day. Food intolerances? We are happy to meet your needs.

Enjoy your meal!

Saddle up, mount and set off!

The greatest happiness on Earth is sitting in the saddle of a horse
Friedrich von Bodenstedt
Where the horizon touches wide meadows, the sun's rays enchant the highest larch forest in Europe as well as the impressive panorama of the Dolomites and the Texel Group - here you'll find pleasure and freedom. On horseback, trotting or galloping, you can explore our beautiful surroundings. After feeding and grooming the horses, the riding adventure begins! Whether you are already firmly in the saddle or riding for the first time - we have the right programme for every level. Step by step Petra, our riding instructor, will teach you how to ride or improve your technique.

Enjoying the unique landscape of the Salto with view of the Sciliar, Catinaccio and the Latemar mountains on a horse-drawn carriage ride is not only beautiful, but also a lot of fun. Our horse and carriage expert Norbert will bring the old legends of the area back to life with fascinating stories. Of course, a stop in a rustic alpine hut cannot be missed!

Ready to gallop through San Genesio?
Here we go!

Hiking, cycling, horse riding...

Mountain adventures in San Genesio on the Monzoccolo ridge
What could be better than a regenerating hike to discover the legendary “Rocky Men” (Stoanerne Mandln)? Or how about cycling on your e-bike along the Salto, Europe's highest larch plateau? Or perhaps you'd prefer a horseback ride through South Tyrol's impressive natural landscapes? The Salto high plateau is the ideal destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts.

Hiking

Experience the four seasons of the Salto high plateau with all your senses...
Spring: days are getting longer, you can feel the first warm rays of the sun on your skin and hear the birds chirping ...
Summer: colourful ocean of flowers, buzzing bees, the smell of freshly mown grass, the alpenglow at the Catinaccio and refreshing evenings ...
Autumn: golden days, brightly coloured larches, blue skies, lush meadows and the sweet taste of freshly harvested crops ...
Winter: glittering snow, pure mountain air, hot drinks in rustic mountain inns, horses that tirelessly drag carriages through the snow ...
Right on the doorstep, the sunny Salto high plateau is waiting to be discovered. Our guesthouse on the Monzoccolo mountain ridge is the ideal starting point for hikers and nature lovers 365 days a year. From pleasant panoramic walks to challenging hikes and adventurous summit tours - there is something for everyone in San Genesio and surroundings! Don’t miss the Legend Trail, to the Stone cairns (Stoanerne Mandln), the Earth Pyramids and to the church of St. Jacob (St. Jakob auf Langfenn). Our guesthouse with horse farm is located along the popular European long-distance hiking trail E5 that leads from the Atlantic coast in France to Verona (IT). The highlight is the crossing of the Alps from Oberstorf to the Adriatic coast. Adrenaline junkies can conquer the 2,581m Ifinger Peak or take the new via ferrata dedicated to 'Heini Holzer', the father of extreme adventures. For refreshments, we recommend to enjoy one or more South Tyrolean delicacies during a vitalising break in one of the many mountain huts in the area.

Cycling

Cycling on two wheels on the Salto plateau - that's freedom! In spring, the meadows turn into a sea of crocuses, in summer the hills rise up to the blue sky, and in autumn the blazing yellow of the larches emphasises the splendour of the Dolomites and the Ortles Alps. E-bikers and mountain bikers can test their skills riding through hills and valleys to the Monzoccolo, the Stone cairns and Merano 2000. Beginners or those who prefer to take it easy have the possibility to reach Bolzano and then continue on the Bolzano-Merano cycle path, reach Bressanone, Lake Caldaro or Lake Garda. To return to San Genesio, you can easily take the cable car. Ewald, your host, is looking forward to taking you on an exciting e-bike tour on the Monzoccolo to effortlessly visit the most beautiful places on the Salto and surroundings. For a relaxing pit stop we recommend a rustic alpine hut in the area. And if you don't have your own bike with you, you can borrow one of ours.
Are you ready? Here we go!

Motorbike

Breathtaking views, helmet on your head and a fresh breeze kissing your skin ... off we go! From where? From the guesthouse and horse farm Edelweiss, the best starting point for lots of fun on two wheels. Even riding up the serpentine mountain road to reach San Genesio is a pure motorcycling pleasure. The Passo Palade, Passo Rombo, Passo Giovo and the Dolomite Passes, surrounded by wonderful panoramic views, make your motorcycling holiday even more attractive. Once back at the hotel, you can park your motorbike in our garage.

Good to know

Check-In / Check-Out: On the day of arrival your room will be available from 1 p.m.
On the day of departure, we ask you to vacate your room by 11 a.m.

Pets: Your four-legged friends are welcome! For your pet we charge a daily supplement of 15,00 € (excluding food). Please bring a cot or blanket, as dogs are not allowed in our beds.

Children’s rates: Discounts for children (valid in case of 2 full-paying people):
· up to 3 years: 15,00 € per day
· from 3 to 6 years: - 50%
· from 6 to 9 years: - 30%
· from 9 to 14,99 years: - 20%


Tourist tax: The tourist tax amounts to 2,50 € per person and night and has to be paid directly on site. Children up to the age of 14 years are exempt from the tourist tax.

Parking: You can park your car free of charge in our car parking area.

Smokers: According to Italian law, smoking is forbidden in our guesthouse & horse farm and therefore also in our rooms. You are welcome to smoke in our garden or on the balcony.

Pick-up service: We are happy to pick you up for free from the bus stop in San Genesio or on request and for a fee from the Bolzano train station.

Payment conditions: The full payment will be made directly at the accommodation. In the event of cancellation, late arrival or no-show, the cancellation conditions apply. No credit card is required for the reservation.

Cancellation conditions:
· For cancellations made up to 30 days before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
· In case of cancellation 29 to 11 days before arrival, we charge 50% of the agreed total price.
· In case of cancellation 10 to 3 days before arrival, we charge 80% of the agreed total price.
· In case of cancellation 2 days until arrival, we charge 100% of the agreed total price.
· In case of early departure, late arrival or no-show we charge a cancellation fee of 100% of the amount paid for the missing days.

WiFi: Free WiFi available in the whole building.

Means of payment: You can pay your bill in cash, by EC card, by credit card or in advance from home:
Our bank details
Bank: Raiffeisen Jenesien
Account holder: Edelweiss KG des Höller Ewald & CO
IBAN: IT96E0808158800000302047187
SWIFT: RZSBIT21203

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By car, motorbike, bus or train...

How to reach our guesthouse in San Genesio
By car:
From the north leave the Brennero Motorway (A22) at the exit Bolzano Nord/Bozen Nord and head towards the centre of Bolzano passing the Rentsch/Rencio area. Just before the Renon cable car, turn right and follow the signs for San Genesio. Once you get to the San Genesio sports field, turn left into via Salto. After about 1 km, you will reach the guesthouse.
From the south leave the Brennero Motorway (A22) at the exit Bolzano Sud/Bozen Süd and follow the directions for San Genesio. Continue until you reach the sports field, then turn left into via Salto. After about 1 km, you will arrive at the guesthouse.

By bus & train
By train you can reach the Bolzano/Bozen train station from both north and south.
From here many busses take you to San Genesio. On arrival, we will pick you up from at the bus stop San Genesio.

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