In Vezzano, once the most important wine-growing area in the valley, native varieties such as “Fraueler” and “Vezzaner” are cultivated
Image gallery: Vezzano
The Monte Sole is the sunniest area of the central and lower Val Venosta. Thanks to its favourable location and the alluvial fan on which Vezzano was established, the history of wine-growing here dates back to the 12th century. It was the monks of the Benedictine Abbey of Monte Maria near Burgusio who laid the foundation for it. In other areas of South Tyrol, it was the Romans who, centuries earlier, appreciated areas such as the region around Caldaro for wine cultivation.
Wine still grows on the slopes today, including both classic varieties and native ones such as "Vezzaner", a white wine that is drunk young. The village square, with the Romanesque Church of St. Nicholas, forms the centre of Vezzano. After being destroyed by a landslide in 1840, it was rebuilt. Today, with its widely visible church tower, it stands as an important architectural and art-historical testament. Other facilities include a kindergarten, a primary school, and a garden centre.
The Chestnut Grove Path is popular, especially in autumn when the "Keschtn" are roasted over an open fire and eaten. The Monte Sole in the Val Venosta is also an interesting destination: In summer, it is extremely hot and steppe-like here, which is why spring and autumn are particularly suitable for hiking. The Waalwege paths lead to cultural sites and surrounding villages.
On the valley floor, the Val Venosta Cycle Path invites you to take a tour towards Merano or the Resia Pass. In winter, on the other hand, the cross-country ski trails are quickly accessible and are part of Venosta Nordic, the cross-border network around Mt. Ortles and the Passo Resia.
