Points of Interest and worthwhile for your Wellness Holidays in South Tyrol

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Castle Appiano

On steep rock towers high above Missiano the impressive castle of Hocheppan. The fortress was built in the 12th Century and was espanded in 1200 and 1500. Therefore, it invites you to discover the different architectural epochs. The castle has elements from the High Middle Ages, construction and reconstruction elements of the Late Gothic and Romance. The newer additions have been reconditioned by the State Heritage Office in 1964 - 1967. This huge estate is in the possession of the Counts of Enzenberg of Terlan-Liebeneich since 1911. Though they do not live in the castle. The special features are a five-sided and disproportionately high keep - in its form unique in the Tyrol - and the chapel decorated with wall paintings from the time of construction.

You can also explore the new medieval archery course. The castle Hocheppan is opened from Easter to All Saints’ Day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.. For further information click here.

Arena di Verona

Experience the fascination of the opera festival at the Arena di Verona. Reach the location easily by bus with Hocheppan Reisen. For further information klick here. 

Frühlingstal (Spring Valley)

Nomen est omen. The spring valley has its name from the matchless flowers which can be found here (from February / March on) in the spring months. Wonder and marvel on your Wellness Holidays in South Tyrol (int. Link Wellviva Beauty & Spa) at this unique natural beauty with a long walk in the beautiful spring valley. Thousands of primroses, anemones, violets, and the beautiful red flowering lungwort set the color accents in the landscape. Please note that the picking is not allowed.

Geopark Bletterbach Gorge – the Grand Canyon of South Tyrol

The up to 400 meter deep canyon stretches about eight kilometers, and invites you to a journey through time in the millions of years of geological history. The Bletterbach removed over 10 million tons of rock and shipped them into the Adige Valley - in the intact rock layers can now be read like a book. The rock composition shows their origin, the climate and the environment about 250 million years ago.

Moreover, they found dinosaur tracks in the layers of the Gardena sandstone. Well-preserved impressions of parts of plants and numerous traces of food and grubbing are telling about the flora and soil life of that time. In addition, fossils of clams, snails and cephalopods were found, which can be seen in the Geopark in Aldino.

Ice Holes

Hiking in the region between Caldaro and Appiano you will find the interesting ice holes. A draft in the column system cools the stone downfolds. There are also about 600 plant species that profit of the changed climate conditions.

MMM Firmian – the enchanted mountain Sigmundskron near Bolzano

Architect Werner Tscholl and mountaineering legend Reinhold Messner established the Messner Mountain Museum Firmian in the decaying castle of Sigmundskron. The Alpinist shows the different faces of the mountain, its strength and its mysticism, and invites you to change the perspective. Click here

Ötzi Museum

A must for your Wellness Holidays in South Tyrol: Visit the South Tyrolean Museum of Archaeology in Bolzano and see the world famous Iceman. You will also find insights into the various historical epochs of the country. Combine your visit with a guided tour of Bolzano. Further information can be found here. 

Castle Runkelstein – the picture book castle

Here you will find the most valuable secular fresco cycles depicting the world of the Middle Ages and the love story of Tristan and Isolde. Discover the castle Runkelstein and refresh yourself at the Castle Tavern.

South Tyrolean Museum of Wine in Caldaro

Take a journey through time while spending your Wellness Holidays in South Tyrol (int. Link Wellviva Beauty Spa) and learn about the work of wine growers in the South Tyrolean Museum of Wine in Caldaro. The museum is open from April to mid November. More information can be found here. 

The Gardens of Castle Trauttmansdorff and Touriseum

Discover the beauty of native and exotic treasures while walking through the 12-acre gardens of Trauttmansdorff. The castle itself is home of the "Touriseum", which shows the 200-year old history of tourism in Tyrol. Open from April to November. Click here for more information.

Merano Thermal Baths

Visit the beautiful Merano Thermal Baths at your Wellness Vacation in South Tyrol Bolzano Merano. Unique architecture and wellness come together to create an unforgettable recreational experience. Click here for further information.