South of South Tyrol

The South Tyrolean Wine Route is located in the south of South Tyrol and stretches from Terlano and Andriano to Salorno.

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Live webcam Panoramic view on Lake Caldaro and Castelchiaro above the lake, a castle built around 1200 AD which nowadays serves as a landmark of the area, from the bathing jetty of the Haus Seerose. You can have a look at further webcams from South Tyrol on foto.webcam!
Live webcam View on the main square, the Piazza Principale or Market Square in the centre of Caldaro village. It’s the place where the weekly farmer’s market as well as the “Long Thursday” summer evenings and the ” ’s Kalterer Christkindl” Christmas Market take place.
Live webcam View from the region of castles, Appiano, more precisely from the component locality of Appiano Monte, on the Oltradige area and Bolzano. South Tyrol’s main town - known as the “Gate to the Dolomites” - is located in a wide basin surrounded by vineyards.
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See panorama A wonderful panoramic picture from Lake Caldaro, taken from the bathing jetty of the accommodation Gästehaus Pernstich.
See panorama Also in winter Lake Caldaro is a real attraction, but not always it presents itself frozen as in the image. Enjoy a unique moment!
See panorama Nature is changing its colours after winter - this picture was shot during spring from the locality of Barleit.
See panorama Great view from the roof of the accommodation Garni Gartenheim above the roofs of Pianizza di Sopra in Caldaro.
See panorama The Castelvecchio Viewpoint, located behind the St. Vigilius Church, offers a impressive view on Lake Caldaro.
See panorama Great panoramic view from Boymont Castle on Oltradige and Bolzano.
See panorama View from Missiano on Bolzano and the Val d’Adige.
See panorama View from Mt. Penegal (1,737 m a.s.l.) in the Mendola Ridge on the Oltradige area, Lake Caldaro, Bolzano and the Val di Non valley.
See panorama View on the frozen Lake Monticolo, which in winter usually transforms into an ice skating ground.
video: Experience the south of South Tyrol

The area south and southwest of Bolzano is called “south of South Tyrol” and includes the Valle dell’Adige valley, the Oltradige area and the Bassa Atesina area. Here you can practise different activities all year round: cycling with racing, mountain or e-bikes, hiking between lakes and castles, or enjoying Lake Caldaro and the Monticolo Lakes. What is your favourite day trip in this stunning part of South Tyrol?
video: What about… the south of South Tyrol

The favourable climate and the landscape made of vineyards and apple orchards make the southern part of South Tyrol an ideal area for enjoying unforgettable days. We have been at Caldaro and asked: “Why have you chosen to spend your holiday in this area?”
video: Cycling on the southern Wine Road

By bike through the villages of the Bassa Atesina area, from Termeno via Cortaccia, Magré, Cortina all’Adige and Egna up to Ora, past vineyards and apple orchards. Ideal for a cycling tour or a bike training along the southern part of the Wine Road. Have fun!
video: Touring through the apple blossom

“Topless” through South Tyrol… Convertible enthusiast Fritz starts his oldtimer and has chosen a route along the South Tyrolean Wine Road for our joyride. A perfect decision - join us and experience a gorgeous piece of South Tyrol!
video: South Tyrolean Wine Road

The South Tyrolean Wine Road stretches from Nalles to Bolzano, and via the Oltradige and the Bassa Atesina areas to Salorno. It comprises about 90% of the South Tyrolean wine production, including the typical varieties of wine such as the Merlot and Lagrein, as well as the Pinot gris and the Chardonnay. The one of South Tyrol is the most ancient wine road of Italy!
video: Caldaro

Located at the lakeside of Lake Caldaro and surrounded by vineyards in the south of the province, there is the municipality of Caldaro. This area is characterised by a large number of castles, manors and residences that are popular excursion destinations. The Mendola Funicular, considered one of the steepest and longest funicular railways in Europe, takes you to the Passo della Mendola mountain pass, which is an ideal starting point for hikes.
video: Termeno

Termeno is located along the Wine Road and is the hometown of the famous Gewurztraminer. Moreover this village boasts a mild climate and is rich in historic residences. Also the St. James in Kastelaz Church and its narrow alleys are worth a visit. The most striking event is probably the Egetmann Parade in the Carnival period.
video: Appiano

The surroundings of Appiano is one of the richest areas in castles on European scale. Embedded among fruit orchards and vineyards, it is located only a stone’s throw from the city of Bolzano. Particularly worth to be visited is Castel d’Appiano and its beautiful castle chapel. In summer the lakes of Monticolo are ideal if you seek refreshment.

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One of the main characteristics of the southern area of South Tyrol is undoubtedly its climate, favouring the growth of palm trees, cypresses and lemon trees in the Val d’Adige, the Bassa Atesina and the Oltradige, and not least grapevines and orchards. Recommendable to gourmets and oenophiles is the South Tyrolean Wine Route, connecting the villages in the bottom of the valley.

This is also where the warmest lake for bathing in the Alps is located, which is Lake Caldaro. Castelchiaro, the symbol of the area, reflects in its waters. By the way, the Oltradige is one of the richest areas in castles ever.

In marked contrast, however, the mountain areas of the south of South Tyrol: the Regglberg with the Monte Corno, Corno Nero and Corno Bianco, at their feet the Rio delle Foglie canyon dating back to the Ice Age. The Mendola mountain range and the Salto are further hiking areas.

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