Discover Merano - Bolzano

Meran (German) / Merano (Italian) is the second biggest city of South Tyrol, in the Trentino-South Tyrol region of Italy. Probably best known for its spa resorts, it is located inside a basin, surrounded by mountains standing up to 3335 m, at the entrance to the Passeiertal-Val Passiria, the Vinschgau-Val Venosta and the Ultental valleys. In the past, this idyllic town has been a popular place of residence for many famous scientists and doctors, who appreciated the mild, mediterranean climate and the pure, healthy air. Among the town's landmarks are the Museum of Tourism, which was opened in the spring of 2003 and shows the historical development of tourism in the South Tyrol, and the botanic garden. Both sites are located in the Chateaux Trauttmansdorff