Lagundo near Merano is also called the “garden village”. This is where olive trees, palm trees and apple trees grow. Widely known is also the land-art creation at the entrance of the village, as well as the special milk products of the local dairy.
The whole year round Lagundo next to Merano offers culture and nature at its best. Each season is special and makes your holiday wonderful. We captured the highlights in the course of the year.
In the „garden village“ of Lagundo next to Merano take place many inviting events all year round. There are guided hikes with the South Tyrolean alpinist Hans Kammerlander, lots of markets and the famous WineFestival. Here are some event tips for you…
The village of Lagundo, surrounded by vineyards and orchards, is situated next to the city of Merano. In autumn, when the leaves have changed colour, it is particularly fascinating.
Regional, seasonal and fresh products directly from the producer. At the Lagundo farmers‘ market near Merano, farmers sell their products, such as fruit, vegetables, cheese and much more. We strolled across the farmers‘ market.
The Riolagundo forest-themed trail offers a unique, in-depth insight into the ecosystem of the forest. Visitors obtain plenty of information regarding the local fauna and flora, making this leisurely walk an interesting one indeed. We would be more than happy if you could join us on our trip as discover more about the forest in a playful manner.
Our trip to the Sopranes lakes begins from Velloi in Lagundo. These high-alpine lakes can be found situated in the heart of the Gruppo di Tessa Nature Park, South Tyrol‘s biggest nature park.
Climbing without rope, without helmet and without harness. Just you and the rock. Bouldering means fighting with your whole body. The way is its own reward…in the bouldering area at Plars di Sopra at Lagundo near to Merano.
The Sopranes Lakes are turquoise gems found at the end of the Val Sopranes Valley. The ten, crystal clear turquoise mountain lakes are the core of the Gruppo di Tessa Nature Park. The lakes can be found at different altitudes ranging from 2120m to 2590m. The Long Lake and the Green Lake are the largest of their kind in the high alpine, lake areas of Europe. We took a closer look during a two-day excursion.
Situated on a sunny slope between Lagundo and Castle Tyrol, the newly refurbished restaurant „Ruster“, is waiting to be discovered. The menu is just as diversified as the as the entertainment programme in the summer garden, ranging from traditional, to alpine to Mediterranean. What better way to spend your time in such a great location!
Lagundo has a special way to welcome spring. Each year a flower and plant market invites garden lovers to enjoy the huge variety of plant species and colours. The Lagundo Garden Market makes the gardener‘s heart beat faster!
South Tyrol and its regions are predestined for sustainable, local and healthy products. On the way to Lagundo Thomas meets different manufacturers that produce goods meeting exactly this criteria.
Today we discover the village of Lagundo by bike. Here multitudes of flowers can be enjoyed in all imaginable colours, their scents melting into the southern alpine air. Spa physicians from Merano believe that the Mediterranean plants and the essential aromas which they give off have a rejuvenating effect on the body which contain many health benefits. Come and join us on our trip that takes us close by the resort city of Merano.
Autumn is arriving and invites with its mild temperatures to walking tours through the colourful landscape. For the farmers the harvest season has started and brings along one of the oldest South Tyrolean traditions, the “Törggelen”. During a relaxing walk along the Lagundo Waalweg Path and across meadows lots of nature can be experienced.
Apple blossoms and a fresh spring air – every year again along the Lagundo Waalweg path in April. Following the burbling irrigation channel, the narrow trail proceeds with gorgeous views on the Meran basin for about two hours from Tel to Merano and delights everybody. Come with us and enjoy this walk through sparse forests and gently vineyards.
Starting at Lagundo right two particular lifts – a chair lift and a basket lift – take me up to 1,500 metres asl., onto a panorama path above the Val d’Adige with gorgeous views. On my way I look over a cook’s shoulder while preparing traditional delicacies, meet a local hiking guide who gives me valuable hiking tips and may visit a special cheese treasury.
Due to its alpine-mediterranean micro-climate spring comes very early in the garden village of Lagundo, near Merano. This is the best season for a walk! Join us on our spring walk through the blossoming landscapes of Lagundo!
Join us today on a pleasant stroll through the market, on Market Day via Claudia Augusta in Lagundo! Leisurely see what the stands have to offer and enjoy the large variety of products on offer. This will be something you won‘t forget!
Lagundo, also known as a garden village can be found sprawled on a hillside ranging between 330 – 1500m above sea level. Here we can feel the charm of the orchards and vineyards as well as the high alpine workd of the Gruppo di Tessa nature reserve. The amount of churches and chapels is not the only characteristic of Lagundo as it is closely situated next to the city-resort of Merano. Howewver, the city doesn‘t compare to the village when it comes to sheer flora diversity. We undertook a small foray into the village beginning at the top where traces of Romans can be found and then on through the forest to mysterious places. Last but not least, a stroll through the village itself.
The „Forst“ brewery was founded in 1857 in Algund, which is located very close to Merano. It is currently the only privately owned brewery in Italy. It is our pleasure to take you on a special journey, two stories below the surface on a tour of the brewery.
The magic Alpine-Mediterranean atmosphere of Merano and surroundings becomes particularly evident in autumn, when the valley is befogged in the mornings and the air on the mountains is crystal-clear. We sussed out the tradition of the “Toerggelen” and tasted roasted chestnuts, we attended ancient handicrafts and lend a farmer a helping hand in harvesting grapes.
For sure it is one of the cosiest and most homely Christmas markets throughout the country. The small but mighty Lagundo Christmas market in the heart of the Burgraviato. It invites to amble, marvel and taste, to make a romantic coach tour through the village or to watch the farmwomen when cooking at the woodstoves. And all that in wonderful Christmas atmosphere.
Lagundo is a municipality located close to Merano, stretching from 330 m to 1,500 m asl. Its vegetation comprises both fruit orchards and vineyards as well as alpine vegetation, providing a unique combination to those seeking relaxation in the heart of nature. The municipal territory comprises the villages of Riolagundo, Foresta, Riomolino (main village), Plars di Mezzo, Plars di Sopra, Ries and Velloi as well as the old village of Lagundo.
Comprising about 160 km of hiking and walking trails, first of all the Roggia di Lagundo, the municipality is a great area for those who love hiking. However, also the village itself has got some sights to offer. Characterising for Lagundo are its large number of churches and chapels. Also the Maria Steinach monastery, a bridge head of the Via Claudia Augusta as well as precious frescoes and a cup-marked stone, that is to say cult sites of pre-Christian times, are worth to be visited and testify the animated past of Lagundo.
A peculiarity: at the MeBo clearway exit, you can admire an arts project called “SteinZeit”, which was realised on the occasion of the 1,000th anniversary of Lagundo in 2002 by various South Tyrolean artists.
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