Bolzano & surroundings

Welcome to South Tyrol’s capital and its neighbouring villages and valleys, such as the Val Sarentino and the Renon high plateau.

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With almost 110,000 inhabitants, Bolzano is the only large city in South Tyrol. It is surrounded by apple orchards and vineyards, which are located directly below the Alpi Sarentine, the Dolomites and the Mendola ridge.
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The centre of Bolzano is the Piazza Walther square with the statue of the minnesinger Walther von der Vogelweide. In the background there is the Gothic cathedral dedicated to the Assumption of Mary, built between 1501 and 1519.
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On the Renon, the high plateau north of the city, the electric Renon Railway has been running between the villages of Soprabolzano and Collalbo since 1907. The Renon has a lot to offer, from beautiful hiking trails to natural monuments such as the earth pyramids.
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April is the time of the apple blossom in the Adige Valley near Bolzano. The picture is taken from the cycle path near Ponte d’Adige.
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Beautiful hiking trails, especially inviting in spring and autumn, can also be found in the area of Laives (in the picture the pilgrim route to Pietralba), Bronzolo and Vadena.
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If you want to discover the high mountains, there are numerous excursion destinations in the Alpi Sarentine - the picture shows a mountain lake near the Passo di Pennes. The Dolomites and the eastern Ortles Alps are also ideal for day trips from Bolzano and the surrounding area.
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Golden autumnal vineyards at the entrance to the Val Sarentino valley and the Valle Isarco valley.
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At the Renon, the South Tyrolean Chestnut Trail (Keschtnweg) is running. This path is very popular during the Törggele season in autumn, and the view on the Dolomites is also excellent.
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At any time of the year, hikes on the Salto high plateau, the highlands near San Genesio, Meltina and Verano, are worthwhile. The unspoilt nature and the view on the surrounding mountains attract many hikers every winter.
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The Alpi Sarentine are not a destination for mass tourism in winter. In this extensive area you can experience an almost untouched alpine world.
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One of the well-known routes leads to the Giogo dei Prati (Auener Jöchl) between Meltina, Verano and the Val Sarentino valley.
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Of course skiing is also possible here: the Corno del Renon Skiing Area and the San Martino Skiing Area (Val Sarentino) await you. And if that’s not enough for you, then the larger skiing areas in the Dolomites, e.g. Val Gardena, Obereggen, Alpe di Siusi or Carezza, are not far away.
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Skiers on the Corno del Renon - here you will not only find great slopes, but also a magnificent view on the surrounding area.
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A rich variety and countless opportunities are waiting for you in Bolzano, the capital of South Tyrol. With 100.000 inhabitants, Bolzano is a true city - at least according to South Tyrolean proportions. Look forward to medieval arcades and exclusive shopping. Not to forget the near-by hiking paradise of San Genesio Atesino and the recreation areas of Renon and Val Sarentino!

Recreation is provided on the Renon, a rich green plateau featuring earth pyramids and a cable car. Slightly north of Bolzano lies Val Sarentino, with lots of culture and traditions. Have you ever seen this beautiful embroideries, made by using a feather quill pen? Ask for them and people of Val Sarentino will be more than willing to introduce you to this refined kind of art.

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