Alpine Hiking Enthusiasts. Mountain hiking enthusiasts seeking Alpine adventures with specialty coffee in peaceful South Tyrol.
Mountain Views. Breathtaking panoramic views of mountains and apple orchards visible from workstations, balconies, and terrace, with guests describing sunrise/sunset viewing as transformative daily rituals that clear the mind.
Alpine Activities. Direct access to hiking trails from the doorstep, proximity to Dolomites and via ferrata climbing routes, with hosts organizing mountain excursions that define the coliving's outdoor adventure culture.
Barista Coffee. On-site barista (host Philipp) crafts specialty coffee drinks including espresso tonics and innovative creations, repeatedly praised as 'best coffee in South Tyrol' and a daily highlight that guests specifically mention missing after departure.
Designer Interiors. Professionally designed spaces by interior designer hosts featuring 'minimalism meets jungle vibes meets hygge' aesthetic, with guests calling it the 'best interior design of any coliving' and noting every detail is mindfully curated.
franz&mathilde is a coliving and workation retreat located in the historic village of Tisens, in the heart of the Italian Alps, Südtirol. Situated next to apple fields, forests and mountains, the space makes it possible to combine work and vacation. Surrounded by nature but not far from the cities of Merano, Bolzano and the Dolomites, franz&mathilde offers a quiet and relaxed workation atmosphere for digital nomads, remote workers and all those looking for a little dolce vita.
franz&mathilde aims to create a place where like-minded people can exchange ideas, work and experience adventure. The founders believe in a fair and just working environment in which everyone should have the right to work as they do best.
The space is designed to create a setting that allows guests to do their workation from wherever they are, whenever they want, in order to still have time to do whatever they want. Far from any classical 9 to 5 work day.
franz&mathilde operates the first pay what you want coworking space in Europe, where guests decide what they feel is a fair price for the work environment offered. The community hosts events twice a week, sometimes with special events at the weekend. The vibe is social with quiet moments for everyone.
At the beginning of the 1960s, Sarah's grandparents, Franz & Mathilde, founded a small hotel in the village of Tesimo, South Tyrol. It was the time when guests booked a room by writing a letter. Everything worked a little bit more slowly, however, everything was a little bit more personal. They had guests from all over the world who shared their accommodation for almost 40 years. After years of success, the hotel was closed and remained so for 20 years.
Sarah and Philipp opened the doors again with the vision to start the first coliving and workation retreat in South Tyrol, called franz&mathilde.
franz&mathilde is located in the village of Tisens in South Tyrol, the northernmost province of Italy. The coliving sits in the heart of the Italian Alps, surrounded by apple orchards, forests, and mountains, with stunning views over the valley that guests consistently describe as breathtaking.
The location offers a unique blend of Alpine nature and Mediterranean climate. South Tyrol is home to the famous Dolomite Mountains and shares borders with Switzerland and Austria. The region is distinctive for its German-speaking population and blend of Italian and Austrian cultures.
Guests describe the atmosphere as peaceful and quiet, with a harmonious village setting. The coliving is positioned between two charming cities: Merano (20 minutes by car) and Bolzano (30 minutes by car), offering easy access to urban amenities while maintaining a tranquil, rural character. The wider area features quaint villages, lakes, national parks, ski resorts, and mountain ranges with endless hiking opportunities.
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