Castles, vineyards and renowned wineries: through the Adige Valley between Bolzano and Merano
Castles, vineyards and renowned wineries: through the Adige Valley between Bolzano and Merano
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Castles, vineyards and renowned wineries: through the Adige Valley between Bolzano and Merano
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51.8km
560m
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Barely 25 kilometres (15.5 mi) lie between Bolzano/Bozen and Meran/Merano, and yet some of the most renowned wine-growing communities in Alto Adige can be found here. There’s Meran, Lana, Tisens/Tesimo, Nals/Nalles and Andrian/Andriano to the right of the Adige, as well as Gargazon/Gargazzone, the foothills of Mölten/Meltina and Terlaner/Terlano to the left. From the valley floor, with its clay soils at around 250 metres (820 ft), the vineyards stretch up to around 900 metres (3,000 ft), where porphyry soils dominate.
The range of altitudes and soils is as broad as the range of grape varieties that grow here. Regionally, the most important is Sauvignon, followed by Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, Lagrein, Merlot and Gewürztraminer. A speciality with its own DOC protection is the ‘Alto Adige Terlano’, a cuvée of Pinot Blanc with Chardonnay and other white wine varieties.
The route runs to the right and left of the Adige through the valley floor – past vineyards and apple orchards, villages, manor houses and castles.
The most impressive establishments in terms of taste, selection and service are presented with the annual Alto Adige Wine Culture Award. The following is particularly renowned, with superb wine pairings:
- Miil Restaurant, Tscherms/Cermes
by Südtirol I Alto Adige I South Tyrol
Last updated: April 7, 2025
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After 10.6 km for 269 m
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3.49 km
Popphof
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The winery produces around 25,000 bottles per year, with Lagrein playing a special role. The Lagrein from Merano, like that from Popphof, requires more time to mature and has a distinctive, angular structure compared to other South Tyrolean Lagreins.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Guided tours: From April to the end of August, every Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. From the end of October and for larger groups, only upon request.
More information is available at altoadigewines.com/en/winegrowers/popphof/86-197511.html.
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3.74 km
Pardellerhof Winery
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The couple attaches particular importance to a steep, south-facing site, where Vernatsch grapes thrive on traditional pergolas. In the lower location, varieties such as Lagrein, Merlot, and Tannat are cultivated for deep-bodied wines. Around 12,000 bottles are produced annually. The farm boasts a long winemaking tradition dating back to 1285.
Opening hours: April to October, Monday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. or upon request.
Guided tours: by appointment, groups of at least 6 and no more than 16 participants.
More information can be found at altoadigewines.com/en/winegrowers/weingut-pardellerhof/86-197504.html.
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6.76 km
Mauslocherhof
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This includes the careful selection of grape varieties for each plot of the vineyard to ensure that each variety can thrive optimally. This thoughtful approach has resulted in a diverse range that includes red wines such as Lagrein, Merlot, and Pinot Noir, and white wines such as Gewürztraminer, Muscat, Pinot Blanc, and Sauvignon Blanc.
Opening hours and guided tours: Upon request, call (+39) 339 2318918.
More information is available at altoadigewines.com/en/winegrowers/mauslocherhof/86-197492.html.
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8.54 km
Kränzelhof
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Von Pfeil sees many parallels between wine and art: "Works of wine art are alive; they arise from the inspiration of a master and the hands of all those who accompany the wine's transformation." In this image, the Kränzelhof vineyards are the canvas on which the works of wine art are created.
The Kränzelhof's vines grow on loose moraine soils, and viticulture is practiced in a particularly sustainable manner – without artificial fertilizers or herbicides, with field and meadow flowers among the vines ensuring a healthy ecosystem. The Kränzelhof's wines are characterized by crisp acidity and are described as "spicy, full-bodied, aromatic, and aging-worthy." The winemaker strives to create individual, characterful wines that reflect their vintage and origins—the true art of winemaking.
Opening hours: Daily, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Weekly "Vinosophical Tour": Every Monday and Wednesday at 3:30 p.m.; registration required. Private tours are available by appointment.
More information can be found at altoadigewines.com/en/winegrowers/kraenzelhof-winery/86-197423.html.
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22.3 km
Nals Margreid Winery
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The region benefits from the protective Alpine climate in the north and Mediterranean influences in the south, giving the grapes unique characteristics. The range includes Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Pinot Noir. The commitment to quality is also reflected in the winery's architecture, which represents a successful synthesis of a historic manor house and modern architecture. The winery's wines can be tasted at the "1764" wine bar. Of particular note is the Sirmian, which has been named Italy's best white wine.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Guided tours: Upon request, call +39 471 678 626 or email info@nalsmargreid.com
More information can be found at altoadigewines.com/en/winegrowers/nals-margreid/86-197467.html.
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28.0 km
Terlan Winery
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Under the direction of Rudi Kofler, the winery produces 1.5 million bottles of wine annually, primarily white wines such as Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Grigio, with red wines such as Lagrein, Pinot Noir, and Merlot accounting for a smaller proportion. Technological innovations and expansions of the winery allow wines to be given sufficient time and space to mature and develop their desired complex characteristics. All wines from the Terlan Winery carry the DOC designation, which underlines their high quality.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Guided tours: Upon request.
More information is available at altoadigewines.com/en/winegrowers/cantina-terlano/86-197471.html.
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47.6 km
Schloss Rametz Winery
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Today, 10 hectares of vineyards surrounding the castle are planted with Pinot Noir, Riesling, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The vines are predominantly supported by Guyot trellises, using only weather-resistant chestnut posts instead of the concrete posts commonly used today.
The cellars of Rametz Castle are also particularly noteworthy. The large cellar dates back to the 18th century and is built entirely of stone blocks, where the large oak barrels are stored. In the small cellar dating back to the 12th century, the precious barrique wines are aged in small oak barrels. Rametz Castle also houses a collection of historical winemaking tools and equipment, reflecting the winery's long tradition in a museum-like setting.
Opening Hours:
In winter, Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Restaurant: Tuesday to Saturday, 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Sunday, 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
In summer (from March 31, 2025), Monday to Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Guided tours: Individual visits to the museum and wine tastings are always possible during opening hours.
More information is available at altoadigewines.com/en/winegrowers/castle-rametz-winery/86-197592.html.
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51.8 km
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18.3 km
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Whenever possible, stay on a bike path here. Because anyone who gets upset as a cyclist in Germany about dangerously driving motorists has not yet been on the road in Italy with a bike. 🥵
A fantastic road bike ride with Björn. Thank you for the excellent planning. First through Algund to the Forst Brewery, then up a side road to Tscherms. Then always on small, quiet back roads to Siebeneich. Always through apple orchards, often with beautiful mountain views, and only briefly through Lana with some city traffic. In Siebeneich, we crossed over to the Etsch cycle path. We can only dream of a cycle path like this around Munich. Always enough space for walkers, joggers, e-bikers, road cyclists, and bikepackers. The gentle climb took us back to Algund with a short detour towards Merano. The scenery is breathtaking anyway.
From Lana onwards there is a fair amount of motorbike traffic, but from the turnoff to the Gampen Pass onwards it is quieter again.
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March 20, 2025
Barely 25 kilometres (15.5 mi) lie between Bolzano/Bozen and Meran/Merano, and yet some of the most renowned wine-growing communities in Alto Adige can be found here. There’s Meran, Lana, Tisens/Tesimo, Nals/Nalles and Andrian/Andriano to the right of the Adige, as well as Gargazon/Gargazzone, the foothills
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