City of Bolzano

Welcome to the city of encounters: the capital of South Tyrol is bordered by the Dolomites and vineyards.

video: The South of South Tyrol

The south of South Tyrol defines the holiday area of Bolzano and the South Tyrolean Wine Route. The mild, Mediterranean climate, the landscape of vineyards and the provincial capital with its variety of cultures cast a spell over the visitors of this area. Experience the regional distinctions.
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View over the Talvera bridge towards the historic district, in the background the Dolomites. Foto: AT, © Peer
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The symbol of Bolzano: the Walther von der Vogelweide monument. Foto: AT, © Peer
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San Giovanni in Villa: the church dated 1180 is one of the oldest churches of Bolzano, located at the border of the historic district. Foto: AT, © Peer
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The villages of Rencio and S. Maddalena are located at the northern city border, where also the Valle Isarco starts. Foto: AT, © Peer
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View of the roofs of Bolzano. Foto: AT, © Peer
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The townhall of Bolzano. On the square right in front of it, there is the farmer’s market. Foto: AT, © Peer
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The late-Gothic dome of Bolzano is located opposite Piazza Walter. Foto: AT, © Peer
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Surrounded by vineyards: round the city, there are the famous vineyards of the Oltradige and the Valle Isarco. Foto: AT, © Peer
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The Sant’Osvaldo promenade: a great view on the Alpine city of Bolzano. Foto: AT, © Peer
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The Prati di Talvera park is so-to speak the Central Park of Bolzano. This recreation area at the riverside stretches across the city and is lined by a footpath and cycling track. Foto: AT, © Peer
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View from above on the Prati di Talvera park, in the background the quarter of Gries. Foto: AT, © Peer
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Viniculture at S. Antonio and S. Pietro, at the entrance into the Val Sarentino. Foto: AT, © Peer
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Via the Ponte Talvera, you reach Gries, passing the victory monument. Foto: AT, © Peer
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In the city district of Gries-Quirein, there are many examples of neo-classical buildings promoted by fascism, reminding on the glorious Roman reign. Foto: AT, © Peer
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The opposite: the history district is characterised by Mediaeval constructions. In the picture the Via Dr. Streiter.Foto: AT, © Peer

The city of Bolzano Bolzano is located at about 250 m asl and has got some 105,000 inhabitants, of which 26% are German-speaking, 73% Italian-speaking and about 1% is Ladin-speaking. Bolzano is the capital of South Tyrol, which officially bears the name “Autonomous Province of Bolzano“. The city is also seat of most of the departments of the autonomy administration.

The five quarters of Bolzano reflect the diversity of the small, multifaceted “city of the world“, which is of manageable dimensions, characterised by its Mediterranean ambience. As “city of a thousand dialects“, Bolzano provides an interesting insight into the way of expression of the inhabitants of the province. Bolzano, also called Bozen by the German-speaking population, is called Bulsan in Ladin language.

In the period of fascism, after WWI, many Italians from the south became established in Bolzano, while German-speaking people emigrated to the neighbouring states of Austria or Germany. Due to this Italianisation, Bolzano is today mainly inhabited by Italian-speaking citizens. The rich and animated past of the city is also reflected in architecture: the Mediaeval centre, the Jugendstil of the ending imperial-royal monarchy and neo-classicism of the Mussolini’s dictatorial regime alternate with modern façades.

Not only once you should walk the historic district of the city of Bolzano. Romantic alleys, markets and lively “Italian“ ado are going to make your walk a great experience. By the way, Bolzano is a bike-friendly city, offering an exemplary cycling network. These are some of the highlights of Bolzano you absolutely don’t have to miss.