South Tyrol

The heart of the Dolomites, where German and Italian cultures blend, with hiking, skiing and wine tasting in every season.

South Tyrol (Autonomous Province of Bolzano–South Tyrol) lies in Italy's far north, bordering Austria and Switzerland. German and Italian are both spoken, and the food and architecture have a strong Tyrolean flavor. The Dolomites here are a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, and Val Gardena, Alta Badia and the Alpe di Siusi (Seiser Alm) are renowned hiking and skiing destinations. In the capital, Bolzano, the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology houses Ötzi the Iceman, while Merano is known for its thermal baths and gardens. Come to hike in summer and ski in winter, when Christmas markets also take over the towns. You can arrive by train via the Brenner Pass or through the airports at Verona and Innsbruck.

Destinations

• Bolzano (South Tyrol)
• Dolomites

Itineraries

• Dolomites Classic Two-Base Loop – In and out of Venice, staying in Cortina and Ortisei to visit Tre Cime, Lago di Braies, and Seceda.
• Venice and Verona, Dolomites Day Trips – Stay on Venice's main island and make day trips to Verona, the Brenta Riviera villas and the Dolomites.
• Northern Italy Grand Road Trip: 15 Days from Milan to Venice – A two-week road trip traversing Northern Italy, connecting Milan, Lake Como, Lake Garda, the Dolomites, and Venice.