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The spa town of Merano is a popular place for health and relaxation, with palm trees, promenades and opulent villas.

Easy to do, but a bit of a walk

Between the Bolzano Gate and the banks of the Passer River, there used to be a natural meander where the sand from the Passer River was deposited. For this reason, the square built there was called Sandplatz (Sand Square). Here – next to the Bolzano city gate – is one of Merano's oldest inns: the former Hotel "Erzherzog Johann," later renamed the Hotel "Esplanade." Until 1913, some of the building's rooms housed the post office. Today, the renovated "Esplanade" is lined with buildings, shops, and public offices.

At the Riedingerhof in Merano, young winemaker Hansi Verdorfer runs the winery with great passion. Merano, known for its centuries-old tradition as a spa town and as a classic South Tyrolean wine-growing region, offers ideal conditions for viticulture. The grapes thrive particularly well in the Obermais district, where the Naif talus cone creates fertile soils and the climate is almost Mediterranean. Originally a fruit and wine-growing business, the Riedingerhof has increasingly developed into a hospitality business over the years. Nevertheless, the Verdorfer family has never given up their passion for viticulture. Hansi Verdorfer cultivates grapes on his own slopes and produces his own premium wines on the farm. For him, tending the vineyards, harvesting the grapes, working in the cellar, and the weekly wine tastings with guests are very special moments that he lives and shares with passion. Guided tours and opening hours: Upon request. More information at https://www.altoadigewines.com/en/winegrowers/riedingerhof/86-197519.html.

Giogo della Croce (or Kreuzjoch in German) is 2,086 meters high and is a peak in the Sarntal Alps. Getting here, via mule tracks and paths through the pastures, is beautiful: you can enjoy beautiful views of the Dolomite peaks. At the top there is a wooden cross and a sort of monument thanks to which you can recognize the surrounding peaks.

Along this beautiful path between Avelengo and Avelengo di Sopra you can see a waterfall and several references (including statues, display panels and others) to horses: Avelengo is in fact known for being the cradle of origin of the Avelignese horse breed, or Haflinger. It is characterized by a ginger-colored coat and a very light mane and tail.

I love Merano and I really enjoy being here. And every year I discover something new

Gigantic area with beautiful variety. Highly recommended!