Where to Eat

Sissi

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Chef Andrea Fenoglio creates unforgettable culinary moments, especially with his seven-course surprise menu. The Michelin Guide rewards this with a star.

Sissi
Galileo Galilei Street 44, 39012 Merano, Italy
+39 0473 231062 - sissi.andreafenoglio.com

Castel Fine Dining

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A visit to this two-Michelin-starred restaurant promises a culinary high above the rooftops of Merano. Chef Gerhard Wieser more than does justice to the breathtaking valley view with his culinary artistry.

Castel Fine Dining
Keschtngasse, 18, 39019 Dorf Tirol, Italy
+39 0473 923693 - hotel-castel.com

Prezioso

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The restaurant at Castel Fragsburg hideaway, led by Maestro Egon Heiss, focuses on healthy indulgence. His philosophy: “The highest art is to leave out the unnecessary.” The result: a Michelin star.

Prezioso
Fragsburg 3, 39012 Merano, Italy
+39 0473 244 071 - fragsburg.com

Trattoria Flora

 

 

 

 

 

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This is an atmospheric restaurant housed in a 14th-century building on Laubengasse. Until 1800, the structure served as a prison—today, it’s all about indulgence, from delicious homemade pasta and gnocchi to grilled octopus.

Trattoria Flora
Via Portici 75, 39012 Merano, Italy
+39 0473 233596 - trattoriaflora.it

Meteo

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Here, you'll discover creative interpretations of Northern Italian cuisine—ranging from 24-hour slow-cooked ragout and red cabbage risotto to polenta soup with squid—all served in a romantic setting above the Passer River. 

Meteo
Winterpromenade 51, 39012 Merano, Italy
+39 0473 055001 - cometometeobaby.it

Kallmünz Castle

 

 

 

 

 

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In this elegant little château in the old town, a historic ambiance meets creatively prepared and beautifully presented highlights of Northern Italian cuisine, all based on seasonal, market-fresh ingredients. Plus, there’s a romantic courtyard. 

Castle Bar Restaurant Kallmünz
Piazza della Rena, 12, 39012 Merano, Italy
+390473212917 - kallmuenz.it

Where to Shop

The Monocle Shop Merano

 

 

 

 

 

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Designer Tyler Brûlé fell in love with Merano and opened The Monocle Shop here—following locations in Toronto, Tokyo, and beyond. The store offers design objects, clothing, coffee-table books, and stylish home accessories from Northern Italy, Austria, Bavaria, and Switzerland.

The Monocle Shop Merano
Via Dante 25, Merano 39012, Italy
Web: monocle.com

Pur Südtirol

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Here, you can take the wonders of your vacation back home. The gourmet market at the Kurhaus offers a selection of fine wines, ham, cheese, herbs, tea, and everything you need to bridge the time until your next visit. Take your time to browse and savor!

Pur Südtirol Genussmarkt Meran
Freiheitsstr. 35, 39012 Meran, Italy
+39 0473 012 140 - pursuedtirol.com

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