Few valleys are as rich in water treasures as the particularly pristine Defereggental in Osttirol. The Defereggental offers more opportunities forenjoyment, adventure and recreation than almost any other valley in the Alps.
Nestled in the unique alpine landscape, the village of St. Veit i. D. lies in the middle of the slopes of this beautiful valley. Surrounded by lush meadows in summer, covered in lush blankets of snow in winter. In the village center, the bell tower of the beautiful parish church of St. Vitus rises imposingly with its red tiled roof. No huge buildings disturb the landscape around the highest recreational village, which also produced the famous dialect poet Reimmichl. Behind this synonym hides the pastor and writer Sebastian Rieger, who was born in this small mountain village in 1867. The fountain Reimmichl Brunnen was erected on the village square in his honor.
If you too want to learn about the history of Reimmichl or want to relax in absolute peace and quiet with no through traffic, St. Veit i. D. is the ideal vacation spot for you. Whether questhouse, apartment, room on a farm or alpine hut - here you will find your personal retreat.