Bressanone

The chief city of Valle Isarco is also the bishops’ town

> Altitude: 559 metres above sea level

From the very first moment you will love this place, a more than 1000 years old town with medieval arcades and a mighty cathedral. From the 16th century until the year 1803 Bressanone served as an important seat to the bishops of Upper Italy and Southern Germany. Only in 1964 the bishop’s see was moved to the city of Bolzano…

Throughout the entire year residents and visitors alike can look forward to numerous events. From the inner city festival to a culinary highlight called Kuchlkirchtig, operas, cabaret shows, snakeboard championships and BMX contests - there will be something for everyone! A number of interesting conferences and symposia are organised at the Forum Bressanone and the Cusanus Academy.

> We suggest:Visit the diocesan museum at the Hofburg Castle and relax at the recently opened “Acquarena” water park!