From Mediterranean flair to high-alpine lakes: That’s the municipality of Tirolo, the cradle of the Land Tirol
Tyrol - the name of an entire region is reflected in this single municipality. Proudly and visibly enthroned here is Tyrol Castle, the ancestral seat of the Counts of Tyrol and origin of the region's name. Within the castle, the South Tyrolean Museum of Culture and Provincial History tells the long and eventful story of the former county. From Tirolo village, it's only a few kilometres down to the spa town of Merano, as the village is situated on a sunny panoramic terrace above the valley basin.
The municipal area is extensive, stretching from the idyllic village centre to the Earth Pyramids above the castle, from the Monte San Benedetto - or Küchelberg - up to the Gruppo di Tessa Nature Park, and from the sunny hamlet of San Pietro di Tirolo to the Monte San Zeno near Merano.
Thanks to these differences in altitude, you'll experience a diverse natural landscape: Cypress trees, palm trees, and oleander blossom in the valley, while further up, where the peaks are often snow-covered until early summer, alpine terrain prevails.
Throughout the municipality, there are around 70 kilometres of marked walking and hiking trails - from botanical promenades to mid-mountain paths, all the way up to the high-alpine Sopranes Lakes. These lakes form the largest high alpine lake district in South Tyrol and contribute significantly to the water supply of Merano and surroundings. Also worth seeing are the Muta Farms along the Merano High Route, which are among the oldest farmsteads in the area.
The area around Tirolo village and its hamlets offers numerous activities for families. How about flight demonstrations at the Bird Care Centre or a day at the outdoor swimming pool? In winter, Tyrol Castle transforms into an atmospheric Christmas wonderland during the Tyrol Castle Advent.
