Holiday area Bolzano and environs

Bozen, Lake Kaltern, Wine Road, Dolomites: a mixture of Mediterranean joie de vivre and a sunny climate, picturesque vineyards and majestic Alpine backdrops, romantic villages and urban flair in the buzzing city of Bolzano Bozen. Cultural highlights of Bozen: the iceman 'Ötzi' and MMM Firmian, the Messner Mountain Museum.
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A wintry pleasure

All ski resorts are suitable for skiing and snowboarding, with easy slopes for beginners and difficult ones for the ski experts. Yet, the idyllic winter landscapes of Bolzano and environs offer much more than only skiing adventures.

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Ötzi 20 – Special exhibition 20 years of Ötzi

until 13th January 2013
The Special Exhibition Ötzi20 ranges from the reception of Ötzi in the art world and the media to scientific aspects to weird and wonderful stories about this sensational discovery. For the Special Exhibition the entire exhibition space of over 1200 m² was completely revamped and many interactive and exciting experiences were added.

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The taste of the spring

In Bolzano and its environs the spring appears of its best side. In April and May a culinary climax follows the other, from the Terlaner asparagus weeks up to the special journey of the Ritten rack railway. Next Wine-Highlight: the wine-hiking-day in Kaltern on 29th April 2012.

» Culinary appointments at a glance
» Wine-Highlights

Vino in festa 2012

from 18th May to 16th June 2012
One month the 16 wine growing districts on the South Tyrolean Wine Road will become the setting for 'Vino in festa'. From the Wine Cellar Night to the Bozen Wine Tasting, a variety of interesting events will be staged featuring numerous treats and highlights for wine enthusiasts everywhere.

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Culturonda® Wine

South Tyrol is a tiny wine region in Italy and enjoys a quality profile way out of proportion to its size. Some 20 grape varieties thrive in a small area and the resulting wines consistently scoop top international awards. Vernatsch, Lagrein and Gewürztraminer even originated in South Tyrol. Culturonda® Wine delves into South Tyrol's wine culture, its traditions and history from twelve perspectives – from mastery to savoir vivre.

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