Your Residence in the UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites: charming suites, traditional specialities, nature and well-being between history and discoveries. MICHAEL WACHTLER, the philosopher of nature offers you a sojourn in an exclusive ambiance combined with unforgettable experiences. Wachtler lies in the quiet pedestrian area of San Candido with breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.

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On the ground floor is Specialties Wachtler, the most beautiful shop in the Dolomites, with many local products, jams, teas and other delicacies.

Wachtler Stube

You can sit down in the „Stube“ and while sipping at a cup of coffee or tea and eating a slice of cake, or taking breakfast you can watch people doing shopping just like in a bazaar.

Wachtler Parking

Färbergasse 3 - Via dei Tintori 3
The car-park in strategic position in the centre of San Candido. Ideal for short o long stops. Especially in winter time we offer covered places.

Embedded lies DoloMythos - the Museum of the Dolomites, where you can set off on a fantastic journey back in time to the age of dinosaurs and the witnesses of past worlds.

Villa Wachtler

Built in 1911, belongs to one of the most characteristic buildings in the Dolomites. The archaic mountain world coalesces with a timeless design of this castlelike residence in Alta Pusteria built in Alpine Art Nouveau-style. For all these reasons it was listed as a historic building. Michael Wachtler developed a new concept of nature understanding around Villa Wachtler. Apartments in the centre of San Candido with its own special charm.

San Candido in the Dolomites, a town that has preserved its original character. Its impressive Romanic s cathedral and other imposing churches are worth visiting.

Michael Wachtler is considered as a connoisseur of the Dolomites and the whole Alpine region. As a field researcher he has discovered and named more than fifty new species of plants and dinosaurs.