The perfect hiking stop: family-friendly Haidenhof near Merano!
The Waalwege trails in the Merano region feel made for hiking with children — gentle in ascent, edged with fruit trees, and time and again opening to views that make you pause. And they’re even better when they lead to a place that spoils both body and soul. Haidenhof is exactly that kind of spot.
Haidenhof: a family-friendly stop near Merano
Run by the warm-hearted Erb family, you feel welcome from the very first moment. It’s not unusual to meet three generations working side by side — from the kitchen to the service. Beneath shady vine-covered arbors, long benches invite families, hikers, and regulars to linger. Prefer the sun? On the lawn behind the house, cozy tables await with a postcard-perfect view across the Merano valley.
Food & Drinks: South Tyrolean classics with seasonal highlights
The menu is kept deliberately small – featuring carefully chosen cold and warm classics, hearty sharing boards, and seasonal daily specials. When it’s apricot season, the fluffy apricot dumplings are an absolute must. Perfectly paired with a glass of the house wine, made from grapes grown on the family’s own vineyard.
With kids at Haidenhof: animals, playground & panorama
Children will quickly discover their favorite spots at Haidenhof. All around the house, there’s something to explore: chickens pecking in the grass, the friendly farm dog trotting by, cats waiting to be petted, peacocks fanning their feathers, and goats bleating in the pen. The playground may be small, but with slide, swing, and sandbox it has everything kids love. Meanwhile, parents can soak in the wonderful panoramic views that stretch out from almost every corner of Haidenhof. A place where you’ll happily linger longer than planned.
