Bolzano
Italy · Trentino-Alto Adige · 262 m
Description
Bolzano is the capital of South Tyrol and a vibrant center where Alpine and Mediterranean cultures meet. The city is known for its historic old town with characteristic arcades, Walther Square and the Gothic cathedral, as well as the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology, home to Ötzi the Iceman. Bolzano blends German and Italian influences with regional cuisine, lively café culture, surrounding vineyards and a spectacular mountain setting. Its proximity to the Dolomites and cable cars leading into the surrounding highlands make the city an ideal gateway to the culture, cuisine and natural beauty of South Tyrol.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: June – August
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- Apr
- May
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- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Ötzi the Iceman & South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology
- Walther Square & Bolzano Old Town
- Via dei Portici (Lauben)
- Bolzano Cathedral
- Renon/Ritten Cable Car
- Alpe di Siusi & Sciliar(Day trip)
- Messner Mountain Museum Firmian & Sigmundskron Castle
- Val Gardena & Seceda(Day trip)
- Runkelstein Castle & Medieval Frescoes
- Renon/Ritten Plateau & Earth Pyramids(Day trip)
- Bolzano Christmas Market (November - January)
- Piazza delle Erbe (Obstmarkt)
- South Tyrolean Wine Road(Day trip)
- South Tyrolean Cuisine & Speck
- Lake Caldaro & Kaltern Wine Region(Day trip)
- St. Magdalena Vineyards & Santa Maddalena Wine
- Renon Narrow-Gauge Railway(Day trip)
- Talfer Promenade & Meadows
- Maretsch Castle
Getting there
- Train stations:
- Bolzano - Bozen, Bolzano Sud - Bozen Süd, Oberbozen - Soprabolzano