Merano & environs - the Mediterranean South Tyrol

Thermal springs, gardens, castles and more

Merano, a small but charming town

The region of Merano is a very known and popular holiday destination in South Tyrol. It offers a lot to discover for active tourists, families, wellness fans and nature lovers. Its highlight is the town of Merano with its spas and thermal baths, its interesting history and famous visitors. Another popular destination are the valleys surrounding the town, leading towards the Venosta Valley: the Val Martello valley with its strawberry fields, the Val Senales valley with the place where Ötzi was found, the traditional Val d'Ultimo valley, the Val Passiria valley and of course the towns of Naturno, Scena and many more.

Here are our very personal suggestions for your holidays with us:

Merano - the city at Passirio River

You can stroll in the historic city centre or along the Passirio promenade, the Tappeiner trail or the Sissi trail. The so-called "Waalwege“, i.e. irrigation channels next to streams are unique. You can buy Italian fashion for a discount price at the Friday market!

Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle - The most beautiful gardens in Italy

The gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle with over 80 garden landscapes, event corners, stunning flower arrangements and installations of art and nature are a special highlight. In the middle of the gardens, which are considered as the most beautiful Italian gardens, there is the Trauttmansdorff Castle, which used to be the holiday residence of Empress Elisabeth back then. Nowadays, there is the Touriseum that tells 200 years of tourism history in an interactive way.

Thermal baths of Merano

Merano is a town with a long spa and thermal bath tradition. Even Empress Sissi spent her summer vacation there. Please visit the new thermal baths of Merano, with pools in the indoor and outdoor areas, an extensive sauna landscape, a generous park, fitness room and numerous body and beauty treatments. More information on the thermal baths of Merano

Val Venosta - A paradise for bikers

Have a comfortable ride in the Venosta train to Malles, rent a bike there and ride back as long as you can. You can hop back on the train whenever you want!

Kränzel labyrinth garden

Walk through a labyrinth garden made of vines and have fun, wine and an artistic experience at the same time. The owner, Count Pfeil would also like to introduce you to the world of wine, where you can try some of the home-made wines. More information on the labyrinth garden