Montagna on the Wine Road offers a wonderful view of the south of South Tyrol from its elevated position
The Bassa Atesina area, Lake Caldaro, and the Mendola Ridge opposite - we find ourselves in the panoramic setting of Montagna, a small municipality in the south of South Tyrol. Together with its hamlets of Pinzano, Gleno, Casignano, and Doladizza, it extends to the border of the Monte Corno Nature Park in an area characterised by vineyards and orchards.
Even a part of Fontanefredde belongs to the municipal territory - here, the border with Anterivo curiously runs right through the middle of the village. In autumn, the sunny slopes around Montagna produce excellent grapes, which are used to press some of the best Pinot noir in the region. You can hike through the wine country along the Pinot Noir Trail and then taste the fine wines in the cellars of the Bassa Atesina.
Although other varieties grow here as well, Pinot Noir, with its delicate aroma of red berries, is the undisputed king. However, the town has far more to show than fine wines: As early as the 19th century, visitors appreciated the village as a peaceful retreat.
Due to its location on the Dolomites Road, Montagna has always been easily accessible and a starting point for spectacular scenic drives. The legendary Val di Fiemme Railway, a narrow-gauge railway, once steamed through here - its historic route is now used as a scenic cycling and hiking path. Peace and active recreation define the landscape around the village.
Below it lies the Castelvetere recreation area, also known as Castelfeder, with its historic ruins and gnarled oaks. The Langensee Biotope is also ideal for relaxing walks. Mountain bikers will find varied routes on the trails between the nature park and the wide Adige Valley, and even the famous Pinot Noir Trail, the longest of South Tyrol's wine trails, is wonderful to explore by bicycle.
