Appiano
Appiano, the largest wine-growing area all over South Tyrol, is characterised by castles and grapevines.
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The surroundings of Appiano is one of the richest areas in castles on European scale. Embedded among fruit orchards and vineyards, it is located only a stone’s throw from the city of Bolzano. Particularly worth to be visited is Castel d’Appiano and its beautiful castle chapel. In summer the lakes of Monticolo are ideal if you seek refreshment. -
The South Tyrolean Wine Route stretches from Nalles to Bolzano and the Oltradige, via the Bassa Atesina to Salorno. This area comprises about 90% of the South Tyrolean Wine production, including the typical varieties of wine such as the Merlot and Lagrein, as well as the Pinot Girgio and the Chardonnay. By the way, the South Tyrolean Wine Route is the most ancient of Italy. -
Castel d’Appiano, constructed in the period of 1135 - 1130 by Ulrich II, rises in Missiano, a village that belongs to the municipality of Appiano. Once upon a time Castel d’Appiano was considered the most mighty castles of the region. Particularly worth to be visited are the castle chapel with its frescoes, which are considered among the most ancient of the Alpine area. In the interior of the castle, there is also a tavern, offering mouthwatering treats for your palate. -
This educational trail at Appiano provides interesting information on wine - Foto © TV Eppan -
The steeple of the San Paolo church is considered to be the ”pride of Tyrol” - Foto: ED, © Peer -
Appiano Castle Horse Ride, one of the main events - Foto © TV Eppan -
The Clivio church above S. Michele, main village of Appiano - Foto: ED, © Peer -
Christmas at San Paolo, Appiano - Foto: © TV Eppan -
Those who love wine are famliar with Cornaiano and Colterenzio. In the picture church steeple of Cornaiano - Foto: ED, © Peer -
The little village of Missiano belongs to Appiano - Foto: ED, © Peer
The community of Appiano is known as the “region of castles” and the two lakes of Monticolo - a bigger one and a smaller one - guarantee refreshing moments on hot summer days. A rich number of ruins and castles and beautiful manors are spread all over the area. The “Cathedral in the Countryside” of S. Paolo is a true cultural treasure, which is definitely worth seeing. And Appiano features the ideal soils for vines and grapes - wine lovers will be delighted!
The Appiano Castle Ride at Pentecost, the Wine Culture Weeks of S. Paolo or the Wine Cellar Fair of Girlano are just some of the numerous highlights.
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San Michele is the main locality of Appiano and is located in central position at an altitude of 411 m asl. more
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San Paolo is one of the most beautiful villages of Appiano characterised by its church, also referred to as “dome”. more
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Cornaiano benefits from its sun-spoilt location on a plateau at an altitude of 435 m asl. more
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Monticolo, this is how the little village at the lakeside of the homonymous lake is called. more
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Riva di Sotto is located at the border to Andriano and at the north-west border of Appiano. more
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Frangarto extends at the foot of Castel Firmiano, which hosts the Messner Mountain Museum. more
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Missiano is a particularly idyllic village located between San Paolo and Riva di Sotto. more
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Predonico is one of the mountain villages of Appiano and is located on the road to Gaido. more
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Those who are seeking solitude in nature should choose Gaido as destination for their holidays. more
