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Most Interesting Places to Visit in South Tyrol

Deepa Kartha
Situated in the northernmost tip of Italy, the picturesque province of South Tyrol is Italy's best-hidden gem. Endowed with majestic alpines, gorgeous lakes and charming medieval towns, South Tyrol is undoubtedly the most stunning location in Italy.

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Bolzano City

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The capital city of South Tyrol, Bolzano is a vibrant historic old town, which is home to several cultural and artistic treasures. While the arcades (shopping area) are the highlight of the city, do check out the numerous museums, castles, architecture and cultural attractions of the place.

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The Dolomites

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The Dolomites are one of the most popular places to see in South Tyrol. Listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2009, the ragged, magnesium-rich limestone mountains have a 200-million year history.
The best time to check out the Dolomites is during sunset, when the mountains take on a surreal beauty. The Dolomites are also popular for hiking, mountaineering, skiing and snowboarding.

South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology
Located in Bolzano, the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology is a must visit, mainly for its most important exhibit, Ötzi the Iceman. This is a 5300 years old mummy, which was found in 1991 by hikers. In fact, this museum has been specifically built for this glacier mummy.
At the museum, you would not only get to see the naturally-preserved mummy but also learn about the copper age. You would also get to know about the research done to find who the iceman was, his life, his death and other such interesting details.

Merano
Popular for its thermal baths, people have been traveling to this city for thermal cures for centuries. Apart from the modern thermal complex, it is equally interesting to visit the ancient churches, medieval buildings and arcaded galleries of Merano.

Trauttmansdorff Castle and Gardens
Visit the Trauttmansdorff Castle, which is nestled at the end of the magnificent 12-acres Trauttmansdorff Gardens. While the castle is a fine example of neo-Gothic architecture, the idyllic trails and paths of the garden would give you the chance to see numerous plants and trees, mainly tropical and alpine flora.

Stelvio National Park
Bordering Switzerland, the Stelvio National Park is the largest national park in Italy. Bestowed with breathtaking landscapes and abundant flora and fauna, this national park should be a must visit when in South Tyrol.
Complete with high mountains and valleys, dense forests, alpine meadows and huge population of interesting animals, the Stelvio National Park would surely impress nature lovers.

Brixen
Located in Northern South Tyrol, Brixen is believed to be the oldest city of the province. Also known as the bishop's city, Brixen is home to several cathedrals and churches. The city is also popular for its hiking trails, tobogganing runs as well as skiing and snowboarding slopes.

Diocesan Museum
Diocesan Museum in Brixen is something that art lovers should not miss. Located inside the Bishop's Palace, you would get to see rare paintings and sculptures from the Classical, Romantic, Medieval and Baroque periods.

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Lake Carezza

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Land of alpine lakes, nothing can beat the beauty of Lake Carezza or Karersee. Located on the foot of the Latemar and Rosengarten mountain ranges, the view of Lake Carezza is truly breathtaking. You could see the mountain ranges and forests reflected in the crystalline lake early in the morning and in the evening.