Alpine & Mediterranean: Merano is Northern Italy's urban paradise
Merano combines Alpine charm with Mediterranean flair - enjoy springtime landscapes, culinary highlights and relaxing moments in the Italian Alps' most charming city.
March 6, 2025
Where two worlds meet
IDM South Tyrol/Andreas Mierswa
In Northern Italy's Merano, two worlds meet amid unique surroundings: the rustic charm of the Alps and Mediterranean lightness and joie de vivre. Despite its high altitude, the southern climate makes the region a paradise.
Dolce Vita in the Alps
You needn't travel all the way to the sea to get a taste of La Dolce Vita – Merano and its surroundings offer a fantastic mountain backdrop with alpine meadows and orchards while also providing the flair of a hip Mediterranean town.
Between apple blossom and canals
IDM South Tyrol/Patrick Schwienbacher
Spring starts earlier here than in other Alpine regions: By March, you can enjoy warm rays of sunshine while the sweet scent of apple blossoms fills the air. Dorf Tirol has a special apple trail, while Marling and Algund offer idyllic landscapes and the Waalwege, ancient irrigation channels that you can follow for a picturesque hike.
Historic old town & culinary delights
IDM South Tyrol/Marion Lafogler
The spa town of Merano itself will delight you with its quaint historic center and the many delightful places to stop for refreshment: Taste the very best regional and seasonal cuisine, combined with Italian classics.
Wellness under palm trees
IDM South Tyrol/Marion Lafogler
The star attraction is the modern Merano thermal spa, where you can unwind under palm trees while admiring the mountains. Just outside town, the Naturno thermal spa and the Parcines waterfall await.
Health & leisure: Spring events in Merano
The TESANA Wellness Weeks take place in Tisens-Prissiano from mid-April to June. For gourmets, the region offers several culinary highlights in spring:
Nals asparagus weeks (from April 7)
Blossom farm festival in Lana (April 13)
Matinée at Goyen Castle (April 26)
South Tyrolean Gin Festival at Schenna Castle (May 3rd)
Learn More: merano-suedtirol.it
