Location: Merano
Top Things to do in Merano
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Just a few miles south of the Austrian border, Merano (also called Meran) is an old spa town. About half the residents here speak German, the other half Italian. Take a dip in one of the thermal baths, or try Merano’s famous “grape cure” by imbibing - what else? - lots of grapes. The South Tyrol Museum of Tourism is located in Trauttmansdorff Castle, the former holiday pad of Austria’s Empress Elisabeth. Merano 2000, a ski resort that’s actually in the village of Hafling, is linked by cable car.
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1. I Giardini di Castel Trauttmansdorff
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3,464 reviews
Insights into exotic Mediterranean landscapes and views of the surrounding mountain chains and sun-kissed Merano: The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle comprises eighty natural and cultivated landscapes nestled into a natural amphitheatre, a wide array of themed gardens, and numerous Artist Pavilions and Experience Stations. Visitors find the extraordinary combination of nature, culture and art at South Tyrol's most popular attraction absolutely enchanting. The interplay of historical and contemporary architecture, a rich variety of events, and seasonal blooming throughout the course of the year all make Trauttmansdorff an experience for all five senses and for visitors of all ages. After being named Italy's Most Beautiful Garden in 2005 and Europe's No. 6 Garden in 2006, Trauttmansdorff was honored with the International Garden of the Year award in 2013, thus joining the ranks of the world's most important and beautiful gardens and parks. The Touriseum, the spirited museum housed inside Trauttmansdorff Castle, now spotlights recent tourism history and features new exhibits about the castle's VIP guests.
Reviewed By T5225ZCalanb - Newport, United Kingdom
Wonderful gardens in the extensive grounds of Trauttmansdorff Castle. The walks in the different areas are well signposted to ensure you miss nothing. There is a Restaurant and Cafe on site whilst the Castle itself hosts an interesting exhibition about tourism ion the Dolomites.
2. Tappeiner Promenade
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4.5 based on 1,577 reviews
Reviewed By C8272NOmichelec
I think the best way is starting from Duomo place, beside the church you cand find a stair going up till Tappeiner promenade, you walk on the leftside and you find the signal to Tirolo. You walk that way and after 20 minutes you find yourself on a paved road, you turn on the left direction Dorf Tirolo and keep walking until a signal on the left that says Schloss Tirolo. You follow that trail and you arrive at Tirolo castle through the wine road. On the wayback you can take the same trail until a signal that says Tappeiner Quarazze, going down on the left you find the narrow road (it is hidden and not much visible). After 10 minutes you find yourself on a paved road with a lot of traffic, you walk two minutes on the leftside and you find the entrance of the Tappeiner promenade going back to Meran. At the end of Tappeiner you can keep walking on the Gilf promenade until the Summer promenade in the centre of Meran
3. Merano Centro Storico
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4.5 based on 2,213 reviews
Reviewed By 654patndave831654 - Sydney, Australia
I went to see the Christmas Markets and was amazed. This beautiful city was surrounded by snow peaked mountains. The flowing icy river meandered through the edge of town, with a gorgeous walking pathway alongside. The autumn leaves almost all dropped off but still left a bit of colour behind. The Christmas Markets were full of warmly clad locals and tourists. The mulled wine, wurst, hot pretzels, and cold meats etc filled many stomachs that day. Christmas decorations were a aplenty. I walked through the town, over the bridges and into churches. It was a never ending source of excitement. I loved this city..so much. Will definitely go back.
4. Passeggiata D'inverno
5. Terme Merano
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4.0 based on 3,310 reviews
Reviewed By johan6688 - Switzerland, null
We tried the Thermal bath twice during our stay in Merano. In COVID times they say that the will not let in more than 380 people. You need to register on their website to book a time (on rainy days the slots run out quite fast). You go to the counter to pay, but they do not check the registration. On rainy days you get a 3h ticket. The time starts when you enter to the right of the reception. You can check the time in the shower room by putting band on a device. They give you 15 min extra vs the 3 hours. When you enter you can lock your valuables in a safe (you need 1 or 2 Euro coin). Next step is to enter in the orange doors, that you can lock, then exit on the other side of the closet and put your cloths in a locker. The place inside is very large with about 10 pools and there is also pools outside. The temperature in the pools varies from 30 to 37C. All very nice. We spent the 3 hours with our kids. There is rule of no jumping and no snorkels. The kids can have goggles on. We went on a half sunny day, so it was not crowded.
6. Monument of Empress Elisabeth (Sissi)
7. Castello Principesco
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4.0 based on 228 reviews
Reviewed By ANGELOV230 - Milan, Italy
The Prince's Castle is right in the heart of Merano, and it was used by the Tyrolean Princes during their stays in the city. In 1875 it was at risk of being demolished, but it was saved thanks to tradition-conscious inhabitants of Merano. Today it is used for weddings (lower hall), and displays insights into the medieval life habits, thanks to the collections on display of furnitures, kitchen utensils, portraits, musical instruments and weapons. A small jewel, well worth a visit.
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