Merano

Situated in a valley basin at the entrance of the Val Passiria, the Val Venosta and the Valle dell’Adige, Merano casts a spell over its visitors with its thermal baths.

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Panoramic view on Merano from the Muta mountain.
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The Saint Nicolas church tower in Merano’s historic centre.
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Enjoy a pleasant walk along the Cure Promenade of Merano.
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Taking a Cappuccino on Merano’s “Winter Promenade”.
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The “beach” of Merano on the Passirio river makes hot days a bit fresher.
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The “via dei Portici - Laubengasse” in Merano’s centre is the main shopping route in the town.
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Thermenplatz, Piazza delle Terme. The Thermal Baths of Merano have been rebuilt in 2005 and are a big success.
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Merano is the melting pot of alpine and mediterranean traditions.
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The traditional grape festival (Traubenfest) in autmn in Merano.
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Art nouveau palaces in Merano.
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An attraction point at Merano are the botanic gardens of Castel Trauttmansdorff.
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Merano and its mountains: the Ifinger cable car reaches 2,000 m a.s.l. in only a few minutes.
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Merano, the second largest city of South Tyrol after Bolzano, comprises the districts of Quarazze, Maia Alta, Maia Bassa, Sinigo, Labers and the historic town and includes a territory that ranges from 263 m to 1,621 m asl. Located in a valley basin, it offers beneficial climatic conditions, making Mediterranean plants such as palm trees, olive trees and cypresses flourish. Moreover the mighty Alpine scenery confers a particular flair to the city.

Already in the 19th century Merano was a known climatic spa. Also scientists and physicians appreciated the Mediterranean climate and the crystal clear air, alleviating respiratory diseases. Also goat milk and grape cures were offered in these days.

Symbol of the city is the Kurhaus, which represents a masterpiece of the art nouveau period. It is located along the Passeggiata Passirio in the historic district. However, there are also many other attractions that are worth to be visited in Merano, such as castles and museums. Visiting the botanic gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, however, represents a real journey of discovery.

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