Guide to the surroundings of Mahr Hotel
Below, we suggest some characteristic places you can visit during your stay, which we have also marked on the map above. From the highest mountains to the most typical cities, we offer a small tourist guide with useful suggestions for the most beloved and frequented places. Have a great vacation!
Stelvio National Park: one of Europe’s largest nature reserves, located in northeastern Italy spanning parts of two regions: Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol and Lombardy. Established in 1935, it hosts unique flora and fauna including deer, roe deer, ibex, chamois, eagles, and vultures, as well as diverse vegetation with rare flowers such as edelweiss and alpine rose.
WildSpitze: at 3,770 meters above sea level, it is the highest mountain in the Eastern Rhaetian Alps and the second highest in Austria after Großglockner. Located in the Ötztal Alps sub-section, it was first summited in 1861 by mountaineer Leander Klotz.
Merano: rightfully considered the pearl of South Tyrol, this spa town is situated at the confluence of the Adige and Passirio rivers. Since the Belle Époque era, it has been renowned as one of Europe’s most popular spa destinations. The region owes its pleasant atmosphere to a Mediterranean climate, well-maintained parks, varied architecture of its buildings, and the peaceful coexistence of its German and Italian-speaking inhabitants. North-east of Mount Ivigna, Merano 2000 is located, a ski area that offers slopes and a snow park, as well as summer hikes. Here is the direct link to the city’s website.
Bolzano: capital of the homonymous autonomous province of Trentino-Alto Adige, it is located in a valley surrounded by hills rich with vineyards. It serves as the gateway to the Italian Dolomites mountain range. Nearby are the imposing 13th-century Mareccio Castle and the Bolzano Cathedral, distinguished by its Gothic-Romanesque architecture.
Livigno: a ski resort in the Italian Alps, near the Swiss border. From Livigno, you can reach the Stelvio National Park.
Piz Buin: at 3,300 meters and also known as Piz Buin Grond in Romansh, it is a mountain in the Western Rhaetian Alps. It forms the border between the Swiss canton of Graubünden and the Austrian state of Vorarlberg, and is the highest peak in Vorarlberg.
Trento: a city rich in history, monuments, palaces, and castles, surrounded by hills and vineyards. It boasts a relaxing atmosphere and culinary specialties. The variety of monuments and museums is extensive: Castel del Buonconsiglio, the Church of S. Maria Maggiore, Piazza del Duomo with the Cathedral of San Vigilio, Pretorio Palace and Neptune Fountain, the churches of S. Apollinare and San Lorenzo, the monument to Dante Alighieri, the Tridentine Diocesan Museum, the Museum of Natural Sciences, the Aeronautical Museum, the Alpini Museum, and a rich annual calendar of events including the “Autunno Trentino” festival, traditional fairs (S. Giuseppe in spring, S. Lucia in December), the international Trento Film Mountain Festival in late April, concerts by bands and choirs, the “La città in Giardino” event, commercial and farmer’s markets, Christmas markets, theaters, and much more. Here is the direct link to the city’s website.
Glorenza: the smallest town in the Southern Alps, founded 700 years ago. Over the centuries, the town played an important role as a fortress and market. Still today, two local fairs are celebrated: the St. Bartholomew market in August and the “Sealamorkt” in November. With its medieval walls, towers, square, and alley pavements, Glorenza has preserved its architectural gems from the 16th century.
Alpi Venoste: reaching 3,770 meters, they are one of the largest mountain groups in the Eastern Rhaetian Alps, straddling the border between Italy and Austria. They are named after the Venosta Valley to the south and west, or according to their German name, Ötztal, the Austrian valley to the northeast. They include protected areas such as the Gruppo di Tessa Nature Park.
Ortles: a mountain in the Southern Rhaetian Alps. At 3,900 meters, it is the highest peak in the Ortles-Cevedale group and in Trentino Alto-Adige.
Resia Lake: located in Curon Venosta near Resia Pass, with its famous bell tower emerging from the waters, it is the largest lake in South Tyrol. Along its 6.6 km length and 1 km width, you can find the municipalities of Resia and Curon Venosta, as well as the villages of Casone and Spin. Until 1950, there were three natural lakes near Resia Pass: Resia Lake, Curon Lake, and San Valentino alla Muta Lake. The creation of a large dam (1947-1949) united the first two lakes and submerged the small village of Curon Venosta, forcing all its inhabitants to evacuate, and a large part of the village of Resia. This event led to many legends. Along the lake shore, you can engage in sports such as running, Nordic walking, kitesurfing, take a simple walk, or go cycling.