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South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology | Bolzano

How to reach the Museum of Archaeology

Three floors of the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology are dedicated to original finds and the story of Ötzi, the Man from the Ice: from the media hype surrounding his discovery to the research into the 5,000-year-old, exceptionally well-preserved mummy and the associated items, as well as all sorts of oddities, fascinating interviews and interactive experiences. The highlight of the exhibition is a lifelike reconstruction of Ötzi himself. The top floor of the Museum hosts an annually changing exhibition of archaeological topics.

Ötzi the Iceman
Archaeologic sensation, media star, research topic, museum object:
Ötzi is a glacier mummy from the Copper Age, who, thanks to extraordinary circumstances, has been preserved down to the present day. Little by little, he has imparted genuine stores of knowledge. He was discovered accidentally by hikers in 1991, together with his clothing and equipment, on the Schnalstal/Val Senales Valley glacier and has been the subject of intensive research ever since.

A man from another era
Over 5300 years ago, Ötzi was crossing Tisenjoch/Giogo di Tisa in the Schnalstal/Val Senales Valley, South Tyrol, where he was murdered and preserved naturally in the ice.

He is, therefore, older than the Egyptian pyramids and Stonehenge and the result of a series of highly improbable coincidences. Ötzi lived during the Copper Age, a period of the late Neolithic. He was still using stone tools but owned an innovative and very valuable copper ax. The skill of extracting and processing metal had recently arrived in Europe from Asia Minor. The advent of copper marked the beginning of the Bronze Age.

Ötzi in the Museum
Ötzi and his artifacts have been exhibited at the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology in Bolzano, Italy since 1998.

The mummy is stored in a specially devised cold cell and can be viewed through a small window. Ötzi’s numerous pieces of equipment and clothing have been painstakingly restored. Visitors have been amazed by the skills of Stone Age people. The mummy was dubbed Ötzi by the Austrian journalist Karl Wendl, who was looking for a catchy name. The name refers to the discovery site in the Ötztal Valley Alps.

The South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology belongs to the autonomous province of Bolzano and is associated with the South Tyrol Regional Museums.

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

Contact:
South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology
Via Museo 43
39100 Bolzano
+39 0471 320100

Museum of People through Time | Kurtatsch

How to reach the Museum of People through Time

The Museum of People through Time shows the life of people in South Tyrol from the Stone Age up to the very recent past. Various epochs are illustrated using countless original objects, numerous experiments and animations. Annually changing exhibitions offer a glimpse of the large collection.

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

Contact:
Ansitz am Orth
Botengasse 2
39040 Kurtatsch
+39 0471 880267

Neumarkt/Egna

How to reach Neumarkt/Egna

Activity:
– Open Air swimming pool | Egna/Neuamarkt

Attractions:
– Museum of Popular Culture | Egna/Neumarkt
– Convent S. Floriano | Egna/Neumarkt

Neumarkt/Egna is situated at the foot of Castelfeder hill (at 217 m) and has 5,000 inhabitants. Thanks to its favourable geographical location the village was a flourishing trade centre in the Middle Ages and is still the cultural and commercial centre of the Unterland/Bassa Atesina region. The idyllic hamlets of Mazon/Mazzon, Vill/Villa and the southern Laag/Laghetti also belong to Neumarkt. It is for good reason that the picturesque village is counted among the most beautiful places in Italy. The old village centre with its 500 m high arcades, the stately country houses and magnificent courtyards is also worth seeing. In Neumarkt in South Tyrol you find the ideal mix of entertainment, recreation and pleasure. Immerse yourself in the southern flair and the charming atmosphere of Neumarkt.

Wine – and culinary delights:
Look forward to culinary fireworks in Auer/Ora, Montan/Montagna, Neumarkt/Egna and Salorno/Salurn. The region is a wine region and all villages are situated on the South Tyrolean wine route. Vineyards characterise the landscape and many inhabitants are wine-makers. Where good wine grows, good food is not far away. Törggelen is a popular autumn tradition: tasting new wines accompanied by delicious rural delicacies. But not only in autumn, we tempt your taste-buds throughout the year.

Andriano

How to reach Andriano

Attractions nearby:
– Castle Hocheppan | Appiano

The village of Andriano is one of the smallest independent South Tyrolean municipalities with a population of around 1,000 people and a 490 hectares surface, 50 of which are covered with vineyards. Its red and white coat of arms belonged to a noble lineage in the 13th century, the Lords of Andriano. Archaeological finds prove that the area was once a Roman settlement. The Adige river could be navigated to Andriano, making the village a strategic and economic hub. There are various theories surrounding the origin of the name ‘Andriano’: (Andrien): antraeanum comes from the Latin antrum, meaning ‘a small, round valley’ or ‘a wooded grotto’. Other theories posit that ‘Andrianum’ stemmed from Andrius, a name, or from the Roman estate ‘Praedium Andreanum’.

Andriano was first mentioned in an original parchment from the Stiftarchivs Gries archives in 1186. Further documents from this time also testify to the existence of a ferry across the Adige. The Valle dell’Adige valley was a marshland up until the middle of the 19th century: swamps and waterlogged meadows covered the area and Andriano’s surroundings. The surface was drained after regulating the flow of the river Adige. This enabled a growing use of the land for apple farming and gardening. Viticulture, however, has been carried out since the Romans settled on the dry hills of Rio Gaida. Agriculture and tourism are, today, the two biggest industry branches. Some trade and crafts companies have established themselves, too. Andriano is one of the most beloved villages to live in and travel to not only for its vicinity and good connections to Bolzano, the province’s capital, but also because of its quiet, idyllic location.

Montan

How to reach Montan

Attractions
– Castelfeder
– Castel Enna | Montan

The small village of Montan/Montagna is situated at the edge of Naturpark Trudner Horn/Monte Corno nature park, surrounded by magnificent orchards and vineyards. The steep village centre of Montan is characterised by cobble stone alleys and colourful houses. The majestic parish church dates back to the 12th century and is dedicated to St. Bartholomew. High above the village is Schloss Enn/Castel d’Enna, built around 1172 by the Lord of Neumarkt/Egna. Dotted across a very sunny lynchet are the hamlets of Pinzon/Pinzano, Glen/Gleno, Gschnon/Casignano, Kalditsch/Doladizza and Kaltenbrunn/Fontanefredde, which are also part of the municipality of Montan in South Tyrol. The plateau is known for its typical vineyards where the best Pinot Noir wines of South Tyrol flourish. The village is an excellent starting point for numerous hikes and mountain bike tours. In Montan in South Tyrol you enjoy recreation in unique nature.

Look forward to culinary fireworks in Auer/Ora, Montan/Montagna, Neumarkt/Egna and Salorno/Salurn. The region is a wine region and all villages are situated on the South Tyrolean wine route. Vineyards characterise the landscape and many inhabitants are wine-makers. Where good wine grows, good food is not far away. Törggelen is a popular autumn tradition: tasting new wines accompanied by delicious rural delicacies. But not only in autumn, we tempt your taste-buds throughout the year.

Settequerce

How to reach Settequerce

Activity:
– Open-air swimming-pool | Terlano
– High wire park Xsund | Terlano

Attractions:
– The ruins of Castle Greifenstein | San Genesio

Like Vilpiano, Settequerce is a part of the municipality of Terlano. Archaeological finds testify to the early settlement of this village, for example a ladle with Rhaetian inscription and a Celtic tombstone. Settequerce is characterised by vineyards and wineries; above the village hovers the ruin of Castel Montegrifo, which for historic reasons, the locals also call “Pig’s Castle”. A refreshment stop in the wineries, a tour through the nearby provincial capital Bolzano, and trips along the South Tyrolean wine route are highly recommended. From Settequerce you can easily reach all interesting destinations.

Wine & culinary pleasure:
Thanks to the fertile soil and Mediterranean climate, delicious fruit grows in Terlano, Vilpiano and Settequerce. The region is known as the asparagus triangle. It is also known for its crunchy apples and best grapes.

Coulture tips:
Terlano, Vilpiano and Settequerce have a strong cultural offer. There is also much to discover in the surrounding area; the cities of Bolzano and Merano in particular await you with their highlights.

The ruins of Castle Greifenstein | San Genesio

How to reach the Rruins of Castel Greifenstein

General description
First documented in 1159, the ruins were destroyed many times due to fires and battles, and have always been rebuilt. The castle ruin today bears the name “Sauschloss”, which literally translated means “pork/pig castle”, as according to a legend a pork was thrown out of the castle.

The ruins are only 15 minutes walk from the restaurant Noafer in Cologna/San Genesio.

Opening hours:
open all year

Free entrance!

Contact:
Tourist office San Genesio
Schrann 7
39050 San Genesio
+39 0471-354196

Parish Church Sankt Julitta and Sankt Quirikus | Tramin

How to reach the parish church

With a height of 86 metres, this church’s bell tower is the tallest steeple built of stone in South Tyrol. In the early 20th century the medieval nave made place for the present design by the architect Franz Mayr, though the Gothic chancel har remained with its frescoes. The martyrdom of the curch’s patron saints Julitta and Quiricus is depicted in a fresco cycle on the southern wall.

Opening hours:
open all year

Free entrance!

Contact:
Parish Church Sankt Julitta and Sankt Quirikus Tramin
Via Mindelheim 10A
39040 Tramin
+39 0471-860131

Castelfeder | Montagna

How to reach Castelfeder

Description Castelfeder:
This magic place at Montagna is perfect for recharging one’s batteries and also children love the unique landscape of the “Arcades of Tyrol”.

Castelfeder is a very interesting area above Ora at Montagna. It is a protected area featuring ponds, moors, rocks and ruins of a castle, which also gives the name to the area and which is located at the top of a 190 m high hill. Castelfeder is a place for little and big researchers, and hiking and climbing is of course a special experience in this area. Sometimes you can even come upon animals such as goats. The remainings of the castle are located at a rise and date back to early Middle Ages.
Once captures the overview you have on this hill understands the choice of this place for building the castle exactly here. The panorama is impressive and you look down on the entire Valle dell’Adige and Oltradige, Appiano and Caldaro up to Salorno. Sacrificial altars and numerous archeological findings dating back to the second millennial BC as well as a Byzantine fortress of 500 AD make Castelvetere a very interesting place for researchers.

Nowadays especially the Barbara chapel is an eye catcher (6th century). Due to the composition of the soil, which is mainly stones, an interesting flora characterise the place and there are shrubberies such as a Submediterranean coppice-wood. Particularly interesting is the flora and fauna in the marshland, lining the Castelvetere trekking path. Raised moors and low mores fascinate visitors with their extraordinarily beautiful vegetation.
We highly recommend a hike across the biotope Castelfeder, as there are lots of places ideal to recharge one’s batteries and many places for children to play.

Furthermore we recommend you:
Visit the museum in spring or autumn, or on a cloudy summer day.
Anyhow, this fabulous landscape is worth to be visited at every season. Please note there is hardly no shelter from sun.
By the way: Arcadia was a mountain and highland in antiquity and belonged to the Greek administration area of Peloponnes. It was located in the middle of the south Greek peninsula. Shielded by the rest of the world, there was a pastoral tribe that lived in keeping with nature, completely free from social burdens and troublesome work.

Contact:
Castelfeder an der Südtiroler Weinstraße Genossenschaft m.b.h
Hauptplatz 5
39040 Auer
+39 0471-810231

Castle Hocheppan | Appiano

How to reach the Castle Hocheppan

The castle Hocheppan is open daily for hikers, art lovers and medieval fans.

Location:
The castle Hocheppan is situated high above the Val d’Adige and offers a panoramic view over the Ötztal alps, the Dolomites and to the capital city of South Tyrol: Bolzano.

History:
Lord Ulrich II built the castle around the year 1130 and it was one of the most majestic noble’s residences in the country. In 1158, the castle was destroyed, but soon after again rebuilt and in 1315, it was handed over to the sovereigns of Tyrol and from that time on, the castle changed owner from time to time. Since 1911, the castle had been in possession of the Earls of Enzenberg. In 2016, the local authority of Appiano has bought the castle. Among the numerous preserved castles in South Tyrol, Hocheppan is one of the most impressive medieval castles.

Architecture style and particularities:
Castle Hocheppan is the perfect combination of natural beauty and the romance of a medieval castle. Art lovers should visit the well-preserved castle chapel with its precious fresco cycle, which is one of the best-preserved frescos all over Tyrol.

Opening hours:
Thursday to Tuesday from 10:00 to 18:00 pm
Wednesday closed (03. – 10. July closed)

Guides of art history:
The castle chapel and the castle Hocheppan can be visited with a guided tour every day between 11 am and 4 pm.
11 am Castle guide | duration ca. 45 min.
12 noon Kapellenführung | duration ca. 30 min.
1 pm Castle guide | duration ca. 45 min.
2 pm Castle guide | duration ca. 45 min.
3 pm Castle guide | duration ca. 45 min.
4 pm Kapellenführung | duration ca. 30 min.
For more information feel free to contact the tourist information Eppan: [email protected], +39 0471 662206.

Shuttle to the castle:
For visitors who are not good on their feet, there is the possibility to book a shuttle bus to the Castle and back via this number: +39 338 5879545. Ernst Niedermayr will accept your requests any time.

Entrance fee:

Adults	7,00 €
Students and seniors	5,00€
Proups from 15 persons	4,00€
Children up to 14 years	3,00€
School classes – per student	2,50€
Family card	16,00€

Contact
Tourism Office Eppan
Rathausplatz 1
39057 Eppan
+39 0471-662206