The Vigiljoch – Enchanting Multitude
A romantic church, bubbling springs, fragrant larch woods, manifold nature with its plants and herbs. The car-free Vigiljoch, steeped in tradition, pristine, and full of nostalgic charm, is among the most beautiful alpine sceneries of the Burgraviato. Being one of the first areas made accessible by cable car in 1912, it soon became a recreational destination for prominent patients at the spa town of Merano, and a summer resort for the locals. Today it is still considered one of the favourite tourist attractions.
The 14 Vigiljoch springs are spread over a spring region of 12 ha. The precious water is bottled as “Meraner” table water; it is cultivated as Forst beer; it supplies the Merano Therme; and, thanks to its healing power, it has been utilized in bathes and drinking cures for almost 80 years. Also at the vigilius mountain resort, the splendid Vigiljoch spring water gushes from the taps.
The romantic St. Vigilius church is a cultural highlight that dates back to the 13th century.
