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Timmelsjoch – imposanter Passübergang zwischen Österreich und Italien - BERGMENSCH®

Timmelsjoch – Imposing Mountain Pass Between Austria and Italy

Timmelsjoch Snow Clearance 2021

Due to its high alpine location, crossing the pass is not possible all year round. The road usually opens its gates at the end of May and is then passable for about five months until November. Of course, it is important that you consider the opening hours for the respective year. In 2021, the road will open on June 10. The Timmelsjoch snow clearance 2021 is completed by this date, and the road is safe for traffic. The pass may only be used between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

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Das versunkene Dorf im Reschensee – was steckt dahinter? - BERGMENSCH®

The submerged village in Lake Reschen – what's the story behind it?

The small region in northern Italy, South Tyrol, attracts thousands of tourists every year. This is not surprising: all those who have already cast a glance at the picturesque mountain landscape of the Dolomites and the many other mountain ranges, visited the numerous museums, explored the wild nature parks and the magnificent South Tyrolean lakes, know where the beauty in South Tyrol can be found. However, an incredible spectacle took place at Lake Reschen in Vinschgau. As a fan of South Tyrol, you have certainly heard of Lake Reschen and the sunken church tower. You can find out what is really behind it and what special features Lake Reschen has to offer you as a visitor in our article.

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