A mundane spa town and sunny ski resorts. Palm trees and snow-covered three-thousander peaks.
As an historically popular health and wellness retreat, Meran's promenades are flanked by palm trees which plunge you into a far-flung place. If you want to experience the Mediterranean lifestyle intensely during your holiday in South Tyrol, come to Meran downtown or head up to ski resorts and stay in the sun on a hut terrace.
While you soak in the thermal pools of Terme Merano, let your eyes wander over white-covered peaks. Stroll along promenades and hit the slopes. Don't miss the winter magic in the mountains.
Whether skiing, cross-country skiing or winter hiking around Meran, from the quaint Ultental/Val d'Ultimo to the quiet Vigiljoch mountain pass and the glacier ski resort of Schnals/Senales, there are countless of ski huts. Located along the slopes, South Tyrolean ski huts are popular gathering places where you can find a tranquil oasis and folks in love with winter sports. Enjoy the warmth of the sun's rays on a terrace and order one of the delicious traditional dishes: the menu is elevated as the ski huts themselves.
Even Empress "Sissi" of Austria and the philosopher Immanuel Kant were fascinated with Meran, above all for its mild climate. Strolling through the city and along promenades is a pleasant experience with the winter sunlight. Medieval arcades and the mountainscape make every walk a memorable experience. Surrounded by snow-covered peaks, Meran environs offer five popular ski resort for skiing and cross-country skiing: the family ski resort Merano 2000, the quiet Vigiljoch mountain pass for winter hikes and sledding, the traffic-free mountain village of Pfelders in Passeiertal for skiing, the Schwemmalm ski and hiking area for challenging downhill runs in the Ultental, and the ski resort Alpin Arena Schnals Senales where you can find snow-sure slopes at 3,200 m above sea level and experience a long-ski season from September to May. Don't forget you can also choose fully equipped ski rentals and expert ski schools. Your winter holiday between city strolls and ski resorts is about to start!
This year, for the first time, the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle will open their doors in winter to offer a magical experience: LUMAGICA.
From November 22 to January 6, a path of over 300 light installations will transform the botanical garden at dusk into an enchanting light spectacle, where water, light, and sound effects blend in perfect harmony. A special experience for the whole family, showcasing nature in a completely new light.
Hike on winter trails with your boots on or whizz down the immaculately groomed ski runs in Meran's surrounding area in the morning hours and enjoy some afternoon shopping in South Tyrol's cities. Meran has an enchanting old town with many archways and the popular Rennweg and Freiheitsstraße roads. Besides natural alpine cosmetics, you can purchase arts and crafts, local food specialties or walk in fashion boutiques, traditional and sports stores. When your shopping day has come to an end, you can sit in a cozy pub, restaurant or café.
What are you craving for? Michelin-starred restaurants or a humble cuisine? Meran can do both: creative interpretations of a dish in a gourmet restaurant and down-to-earth South Tyrolean dishes in a traditional inn or mountain hut. The spa town is sophisticated and its southern flair invites people to meet for a “caffè al volo”, a fast coffee, or to relax in the sun with an aperitivo. Seep the so-called “Hugo", an aperitivo which was created in Naturns/Naturno, very close to Meran! Culinary pleasures with scenic viewing points await you at one of the numerous alpine inns and mountain huts.
Would you like to bite one of the crunchiest apples? Drink a glass of wine from a historic organic winery? Eat the smoked and spiced Speck Alto Adige PGI? Or buy a handmade piece of jewelry from the traditional town jeweler?In the Meran and environs region and across South Tyrol, you'll have a wide choice of high-quality foods. and handmade objects. With a bit of luck, you can even look over the shoulders of craftsmen at work , while strolling through a town or village, as they make jewellery, wooden sculptures and baskets. Many producers sell straight from the farm where you can try local products and get to know who is behind them.
Check out the weather forecast in the Meran and environs region and planning your holiday in South Tyrol will be easier. And if you want to head up to the mountains, our weather forecast informs you about visibility, sunrise, sunset and zero-degree isotherm.
For a comfortable and environmentally friendly travel to the Meran and environs region, find here the most relevant information. Buses, trains or taxis drop you off at your accommodation or hiking destination.
From South Tyrol's capital Bolzano/Bozen you can comfortably reach Meran/Merano and the surrounding area with a connecting train. Buses, trains or taxis drop you off at your accommodation or holiday destination.
Once you get to your accommodation in the Meran and environs region, the Südtirol Guest Pass gives you unlimited access to the public transport across South Tyrol. Choose a different and evironmentally-friendly holiday.
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