Scena

How to reach Scena

Attractions:
– Mausoleum

– Castle Schenna
– Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle | Merano

Scena/Schenna is set in a prime location on the slopes above the spa town of Merano/Meran. It consists of seven villages at different altitudes and is characterised by a special blend of South Tyrolean charm and Mediterranean lifestyle. Scena’s privileged position brings together an undeveloped rural environment with the convenience of proximity to an urban center and its rich cultural life. Thanks to the mild climate, hiking and mountain biking is possible from spring until late autumn. Families will find ideal hiking trails leading up to mountain pastures with spectacular panoramic views and numerous mountain inns. With its modern conveniences and rural charm, Scena is an ideal destination for a family vacation, offering high-standard facilities and cozy accommodation facilities.

Encircled by magnificent mountains, Scena is traversed by numerous hiking trails leading to and from the Ifinger and Hirzer peaks extending as far as the Merano 2000 recreational area. The vegetation at different altitudes around Scena varies just as much. While in the village at 600 meters you can find palm trees and cypresses, conditions at 1,536 meters near the outlying hamlet of Videgg are decidedly Alpine. The two most distinctive landmarks in Scena are the Schenna Castle and the Mausoleum of Archduke Johann. Like Empress Sissi, this is also where the Archduke once used to spend his summer months.

From easy walks along the old irrigation channels and hikes up to mountain huts, through the forests and meadows or high-altitude trails in the Sarntal Alps, Scena is a perfect departure point for a wide range of outdoor activities. Thanks to five cableways and two chairlifts, the hiking areas above Scena are also accessible on foot as well. There are numerous restaurants, mountain huts, and shelters welcoming hikers at various altitudes, with authentic South Tyrolean hospitality, traditional hearty Tyrolean meals, and sophisticated local culinary delights.

Scena’s privileged position brings together an undeveloped rural environment with the convenience of proximity to an urban center and its rich cultural life. In Scena itself, rural traditions continue to predominate, with agriculture and farming remaining the mainstay of the local economy. In the fruit orchards, there are around 800,000 trees covering 300 hectares of land, all following the strict standards of integrated production yielding first-grade produce. Nearly 70 farmers are involved in animal husbandry, with about 1,500 heads of cattle and other livestock. The contribution of the mountain farmers is crucial – in addition to high quality crops and produce they also look after and maintain the land that is shared by visitors and locals for recreational purposes.


Nature and Culture:

Scena/Schenna on the sunny plateau above Merano/Meran with view towards South has unique hiking opportunities through some of the most beautiful cultural landscapes of South Tyrol. This alpine region lives from growing fruit and wine. Lately, livestock farming is increasingly returning, thus during the summer, you see young animals on the meadows such as the Tallner Alm mountain pasture. The tourist attractions are widely spread here, from the Mausoleum in the village of Scena to the many castles and palaces in the surrounding area.

Hiking
Enjoying nature in Scena means above all, hiking in the mild climate, from spring to late autumn and at all altitudes – from the forest road via the walk across pastures to the high-alpine mountain tour. Leisurely Waalwege trails in the low mountain range lead past grapevines and chestnut groves. The Wiesenweg trails leads past all cultural sites and provides magnificent views to the surrounding mountain world, while the Höfeweg farm road connects historical farms above Scena. In the mountains, well-marked hiking trails are passing from mountain pasture to mountain pasture and up to the impressive high mountains.

The spa town of Merano/Meran with its coffee shops, boutiques and the urban wellness area of Terme Merano thermal baths are reached equally as quickly as the cycle and hiking trails all around Scena. The charming town of Merano is easily reachable on foot via the Mitterplattweg and Maiser Waalweg panoramic promenades. Also during winter, when the Merano Christmas Market calls.

Food and wine:
In the restaurants of Scena/Schenna and its surroundings you can discover the wide culinary range of South Tyrol, from hearty South Tyrolean traditional cuisine and Italian classics served in mountain inns to fine dining and refined Michelin-star offerings in restaurants.

In addition, many of the Alpine huts in the area offer Real Quality in the Mountains and local products. Most of the inns also boast an appealing wine list, ranging from homemade wine to the finest wines from around the region of South Tyrol.

The South Tyrolean Cuisine of Today
Traditional South Tyrolean home cooking has become noticeably refined in recent decades, without losing its down-to-earth character. Add to that the Italian classics, along with light and sophisticated appetizers. This is how modern South Tyrolean cuisine came into being, with dumplings, pasta, polenta and gnocchi playing a large role. Schlutzkrapfen and spaghetti, Schöpsernes and Carpaccio, Apfelstrudel and Panna Cotta all belong to the country cooking tradition.

The creativity of South Tyrolean cuisine is no longer just an insider’s tip. Friends of good food know about the culinary variety that awaits them in the holiday region South Tyrol. Enjoy in its most beautiful form: good food invigorates the senses. Relax and let the evening of an unforgettable day end in comfort and good taste.

Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle | Merano

How to reach the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle

The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, located in the town of Merano (Meran) in northern Italy, is a botanical garden nestled into a twelve-hectare amphitheater with an altitude differential of 100 meters. Trauttmansdorff offers spectacular views of exotic gardens and breathtaking vistas of the surrounding mountains and the spa resort town of Merano.

Colorful plants from all around the world thrive and bloom in Trauttmansdorff’s more than eighty garden landscapes. Ideal for both children and adults as well as for botany experts and laymen alike, the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle is a unique blend of botanical gardens and recreational attractions. Multifaceted Experience Stations, spectacular themed gardens, Artist Pavilions, and intriguing animals turn the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle – within easy walking distance from Merano – into a colorful world where visitors enjoy a variety of different experiences.

The Touriseum, South Tyrol’s Province Museum of Tourism, covers 200 years of tourism history in Tyrol and Merano in a very engaging way.

Attraction nearby:
– Touriseum | Merano


Please check this website for detailed information on opening hours and prices.

 

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Contact:
The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle
St.-Valentin-Str. 51a
39012 Merano
+39 0473 255600
 

Touriseum | Merano

How to reach the Touriseum

Highlight:
– Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle | Merano

The Touriseum, the South Tyrolean Museum of Tourism, is located at Trauttmansdoff Castle.
Opened in 2003, the South Tyrolean Museum of Tourism was thought as a further attraction to the visitors of the stunning Botanic Gardens of Castel Trauttmansdorff. In a stimulating and entertaining manner, it shows the historical development of tourism in South Tyrol, the most important events in the history of tourism in Tyrol, and information on the 700 years of history of Trauttmansdorff Castle.
Vacationers and travelers can kinda watch themselves in this museum, together with their motives for traveling, their behavior, illusions, and expectations. On the second floor of the castle, however, a small exhibition on the Empress Elisabeth of Austria (Sissi) and her time in Merano can be found.
How to get there? Just take bus no. 1B or no. 4 in the city center. The Touriseum and the Botanic Gardens of Castel Trauttmansdorff are accessible with one common ticket, for families with a family ticket.


Please check this website for detailed information on opening hours and prices.

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Contact:
Touriseum
St. Valentinstr. 51a
39012 Merano
+39 0473 255655

Castle Scena | Scena

How to reach Castle Schenna

The mighty buildings of Castle Schenna just above the city of Meran are still partly surrounded by a moat. Using the bridge, you will come to the entrance of Castle Schenna and from there, if you pass the dungeon, you’ll arrive in the courtyard. An open staircase will lead you to the castle chambers. Castle Schenna in South Tyrol is open for guided tours. Only the wing containing the private rooms of the count’s family remains closed to the public. The halls and grand chambers are home to a painting and portrait gallery, a weapons collection, as well as numerous art-historic objects of Tyrolean history.

Opening hours:
1 April to  30. October
Visits only as guided tours on

From Tuesday to Friday
10.30am / 11.30am / 2pm / 3pm
Evening tour every Monday at 9pm

Price:

Adults 9,00 €
Children up to 14 years 3,00 €

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Contact:
Castle Schenna
Schlossweg 14
39017 Scena
+39 0473 945630

Salego ruins | Siusi

How to reach the Salego ruins

The Salegg/Salego ruin is not far from the Hauenstein/Castelvecchio ruin, in the Hauensteiner Wald/Selva di Castelvecchio forest. Of the castle remain only some wall rests (hiking path no. 2 from Seis/Siusi).
The Ruin of Salegg/Salego is located above Siusi, at the foot of the Sciliar. You start at the bottom station of the Aerial cableway Siusi – Alpe di Siusi and follow the “Oswald von Wolkenstein” path. After half an hour walking you the Ruin Salegg/Salego.


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Contact:
Salego Ruins
Via Sciliar 16
39040 Siusi allo Sciliar
+39 0471 707024

Mausoleum | Scena

How to reach the Mausoleum Scena

The mausoleum was built between 1860 and 1869 according to the plans of the Vienna architect professor Moritz Wappler, as a burial place for Archduke Johann of Austria and his family. The church is situated on an artificial terrace at the western edge of the church hill and is one of the earliest and without doubt the most successful sacred building in the Neo-Gothic style. The building was constructed of red sandstone and granite from the Ifinger region. In the underground crypt chapel with its heavy ribbed vaults, there is the marble sarcophagus of Archduke Johann and his wife.

Opening hours:
16th April – 31th October
Guided tour only

Price:

Adults 3,00 €
Children up to 10 years free

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Contact:
Mausoleum Scena
Alla Chiesa
39017 Scena
+39 0473-945630

Alpe di Siusi | Bolzano and surroundings

How to reach the Seiser Alm 

Breathtaking views over the peaks of the Dolomites, 300 days of sun, the vast infinity of Europe’s largest mountain plateau: The beauty of the Alpe di Siusi/Seiser Alm holiday area is legendary. The best way to discover the incredible nature and countryside on holiday is by getting out and about: Whether it’s on foot or by bike in the summer, by ski or snowboard on the slopes in winter: A holiday in the Alpe di Siusi holiday area in the Dolomites is a perfect blend of outdoor adventure with beautiful countryside and the pleasures of the palate; the South Tyrolean cuisine brings Alpine and Mediterranean culinary traditions together, which means that a holiday in the Dolomites provides something that’s sure to suit every taste.

A holiday on the Alpe di Siusi and the surrounding villages of Castelrotto/Kastelruth, Siusi/Seis, Fiè allo Sciliar/Völs am Schlern and Tires al Catinaccio/Tiers am Rosengarten leads you through the heart of the legendary Dolomites in the Alps. In summer, families can discover magical spots, head out on walks with Martha the witch and explore the nature reserve of the Sciliar-Catinaccio/ Schlern-Rosengarten, while a winter holiday in the Dolomites in winter offers masses of fun for kids on ski courses and at the ski kindergarten.

The wine-growing museum | Merano

How to reach Weinbaumuseum Schloss Rametz

This historic seat is listed as far back as 1227, as being a significant witness to the wine culture of this area.
Around 1860, the most noble grapes, such as Rheinriesling, Blauburgunder, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon had found an excellent breeding ground. The special position of these lovingly attended Gujot vineyards, leads to extremely high-quality grapes which, due to state-of-the-art cellar technology, are fermented to become our prize-winning wines.


Das Museum
In its four spacious halls the wine-growing museum shows beautiful tools used in viniculture across the ages. Many now forgotten tools have been collected over decades of dedicated work and the collection now ranges from tools for cultivating the land and for grape gathering and carrying to equipment and means for pest control.
There are also tools for the cultivation of cereals and the processing of cereals. This activity can look back at a very long tradition in the Vinschgau area, as is proven by the favorite local bread called “Vinschgerle”, which derives its name from this area.

Opening hours:
8th April to 10th November 2019:
Monday to Friday from 9 am to 4 pm
Saturday from 10 am to 12 pm
Sunday closed

Entry fees:

Adults 6,00€
under 16 years free entry

Wine shop Tiroler Weinhaus:

Opening hours:
27th March to 11th November 2019:
Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 18:30 pm
Sunday closed


Contact:
The wine grow museum
Laberserstr. 4
39012 Merano
+39 0473-211011

Castelvecchio Ruin | Siusi

How to reach the Castelvecchio Ruin

Castelvecchio Fortress is located at 1,273 m asl in a dense forest at Siusi allo Sciliar. First mentioned in 1186 AD, the castle was inhabited by Eckhard von Villanders until 1367. His grandson, the minnesinger Oswald von Wolkenstein, later on inherited one third of the castle complex of Castelvecchio, while Knight Martin Jäger was owner of the other two thirds. Nevertheless the castle was not inhabited by none of the two. When Oswald von Wolkenstein wanted to marry Margarete von Schwangau at the age of 14, he needed a habitation befitting his social status, and for this reason he tried to make a conquest of the whole castle complex. As he did not have the money he summarily occupied the castle. This struggle ended in 1427, when Oswald solely obtained the castle. In these years also the famous “Hauensteinlied” song was composed (Hauenstein is the German name of the castle) by the famous minnesinger.

In the 16th century Christoph von Wolkenstein acquired the castle and had it extended, but already a century later it kept deteriorating. In 1976/77 restaurations were carried out and inside the chapel remainings of frescos were layed open. In the course of these works a bronze sword and other items have been found, dating back to Mediaeval times. Today Castelvecchio Fortress is in possession of the diocese Bolzano-Bressanone and only some murals have been preserved. The ruin is open to the public and can be reached on foot from Siusi within half an hour.

Opening hours:
Open all year round

Naturno

How to reach Naturno

Attractions:
– Taranto Castle
– Speckworld 
– Gruppo di Tessa Nature Park

Naturno/Naturns is a paradise for hiking, cycling and mountain biking enthusiasts. It stretches along the bottom of the Texelgruppe Nature Park and is surrounded by two completely different natural settings: to the south is the green Nörderberg mountain and to the north the arid Sonnenberg mountain at the entrance to the Texelgruppe Nature Park. As a result, it offers hiking, cycling and mountain biking tours at three different altitudes. With 315 days of sunshine a year, Naturno is an ideal destination for outdoor holidays with friends or family. An entertainment program for children, playgrounds and a fun park and adventure railway park guarantee fun for younger guests. Naturno it is the first certified Alpine Wellness tourist destination in South Tyrol/Südtirol.

Naturno has a pleasant climate, large green areas in the valley and mountains with steep peaks.

Naturno and its surroundings extend from the picturesque village of Plaus to the hamlets of Tablà, Cirlano and Stava at the entrance to the Val Venosta. With its 5,500 inhabitants, Naturno is one of the largest municipalities in the valley and lies 13 kilometres west of the spa town of Merano, at an altitude of 554 metres.

From Naturno there is an extensive hiking network on both sides of the valley. To the north is the Monte Sole with its barren slopes and generously exposed to the sun. The landscape is characterised by old farmhouses, vineyards and white peaks that stand out majestically above 3,000 metres. Thanks to the pleasant climate and the absence of snow, you can walk around Naturno all year round admiring, in addition to the whitewashed peaks, palms and cypresses.