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 Laurin