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South Tyrolean Wine & Alpine Pasture Trail, 4 days
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Lana Waalweg with vines and benches

South Tyrolean Wine & Alpine Pasture Trail

Orchards, pastures in full bloom & Italian flair

4 Days / 3 Nights
Walking
Lana Waalweg with vines and benches

Italy is always worth a trip and the northernmost region of the country offers so many highlights and advantages for leisure hikers that you can hardly ignore the “South Tyrolean Wine and Alpine Pasture Trail” when planning your holiday. This hiking tour with Eurohike is particularly suitable for a short hiking holiday, as it takes you from Merano to Bolzano over four days. Forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in dreamy landscapes, excellent cuisine and the Mediterranean flair of the two most popular cities in South Tyrol.

Wanderin blickt auf Bozen und die Dolomiten
Wanderer erkundet das romantische Meran
Weitblick durch die Weingärten St. Pauls auf Bozen und die Dolomiten
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The tour starts in beautiful Merano, which is often referred to as the garden city. It is worth visiting the botanical gardens at Trauttmansdorff Castle, where around 5,800 plant species are waiting to be explored. The icing on the cake is the magnificent castle and the picturesque views of the surrounding mountains.

Speaking of mountain worlds - day 2 takes you 19 km through Lana and Tesimo to Nalles. Look forward to blooming apple orchards, quiet forests and historic castles. The second hiking stage of this short break impresses with excellent views and wines. When you arrive in Bolzano, you should enjoy the Mediterranean delicacies of antipasti, pizza, dolce & cappuccino and stock up on a drop or two of regional wine to take home.

  • The spa and thermal town of Merano: Tradition and Mediterranean ease - that is what distinguishes this special city. The magnificent buildings and spacious parks date from the time when the European nobility loved to stay here.
  • South Tyrolean Wine Route: Hike towards the sun on the “Strada del Vino”. But don't forget to stop off, taste the award-winning wines and get to know the warm hospitality of South Tyrolean winegrowers.
  • Idyllic arbour lanes in Bolzano: An espresso or aperitivo in the lively cafés or shopping in the chic boutiques - the characteristic arbour lanes are not only full of Italian atmosphere, they are also a special attraction of the city.
  • Romantic alpine hikes: Lush alpine meadows with wonderful views of the surrounding mountains - nature-based hiking in South Tyrol is a tradition. Stop in the rustic huts, where you can try the regional specialties.
  • Fascinating mountain views of the Catinaccio: You would probably not recognise the name of this mountain range in the Dolomites. The characteristic formation is eye-catching! By the way: Those who appreciate blooming beauties can find what they are looking for in “Rosendorf” Nalles.

A special highlight of the tour is the characteristic Waalwege, these are narrow hiking trails along old irrigation canals. The leisurely tours leave you enough time to fully enjoy the beauties of the region.

Wanderin blickt auf Bozen und die Dolomiten
Wanderer erkundet das romantische Meran
Weitblick durch die Weingärten St. Pauls auf Bozen und die Dolomiten
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Itinerary at a glance

In Merano, enjoy the magnificent old town and the botanical garden. In Bolzano, drink a wine spritzer at Waltherplatz and stroll through Laubengasse - in between, explore the South Tyrolean Wine Route.

Discover the countless enchanting corners of Merano during a stroll through this spa town, a favourite dwelling spot of the Empress Sissi. After a walk through its arbour alleys, relax along the promenade of the raging river Passer.

Hotel example: Flora

Along the path ‚Marlinger Waalweg’, the longest Waal of South Tyrol into the ‚apple metropolis’ Lana. On your way marvellous views onto Merano and the Etsch valley until Bolzano await. Through deciduous forests you ascend all the way to Tisens, famous for its sweet chestnuts. The second section of Day 2 brings you to an area teeming with castles, in Nalles the 3 castles Stachelburg, Schwanburg and Payrsberg await.

Hotel example: Traubenheim

A wonderful walk past palaces and castles along the high-altitude path with a fantastic view. Part of the way leads you along the 3-castle route into the well-known wine-growing village of Eppan with its extensive wine growing areas and the characteristic flair of the South Tyrolean wine route. Then a short bus ride into the provincial capital Bolzano. Enjoy the Italian flair in the arbour alleys and whilst sipping a cappuccino on Waltherplatz square.

Hotel example: Parkhotel Mondschein

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Route information

Walking

You walk on well-maintained walking paths, on ‚Waalwegen’ (old irrigation systems) and in sections on forest roads and asphalted paths. Technically an easy tour, for walking times of 4 to 5.5 hours a good basic fitness level is required.

Prices and dates

Category: lovely 3***- hotels and inns, Bolzano 4****- hotel

Prices per person in EUR

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation as already mentioned
  • Breakfast
  • Luggage transfer
  • Welcome briefing (German, English)
  • Carefully elaborated route description
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data available
  • Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Half board evening meal (often multi-course, sometimes outside the property, payable with voucher)

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Arrival by train in Merano.
  • Verona airport.
  • Parking: Limited number of free hotel parking spaces or limited parking spaces near the hotel approx. EUR 30 per week. Underground carpark (limited spaces) approx. EUR 12 per day, payable on site, no reservation possible.

Things to note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price
  • Bus fare Eppan – Bolzano, approx. EUR 3 per person
  • Special dates on request
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!

Join us in achieving greater sustainability by choosing our digital route book, rather than the printed version. As a small thank you we will give you a discount of €20 per room.

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation as already mentioned
  • Breakfast
  • Luggage transfer
  • Welcome briefing (German, English)
  • Carefully elaborated route description
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English, French)
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data
  • Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Half board evening meal (often multi-course, sometimes outside the property, payable with voucher)

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Arrival by train in Merano.
  • Verona airport.
  • Parking: Limited number of free hotel parking spaces or limited parking spaces near the hotel approx. EUR 50 to EUR 80 per week, payable on site, no reservation possible.

Things to note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price
  • Bus fare Eppan – Bolzano, approx. EUR 3 per person
  • Special dates on request
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!

Join us in achieving greater sustainability by choosing our digital route book, rather than the printed version. As a small thank you we will give you a discount of €20 per room.

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