Caldaro
Caldaro, the wine village, locates at an average altitude of 426 m asl (200-600 m) and counts more than 7,500 inhabitants.
Image gallery: Caldaro
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Located at the lakeside of Lake Caldaro and surrounded by typical South Tyrolean vineyards in the south of the province, there is the municipality of Caldaro. This area is characterised by a large number of castles, ruins and residences that are popular excursion destinations. The Mendola funicular, considered the steepest and longest funicular railway of Europe, takes you to the Passo della Mendola, which is an ideal starting point for hikes, making you experience nature at close range. -
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. -
Embedded in the vineyards in the southern part oft South-Tyrol, the lake Caldaro. A special view from the air. -
Caldaro is surrounded by the vineyards. Foto: EMS, © Peer -
Lake Caldaro is a real attraction along the South Tyrolean wine road. Foto: EMS, © Peer -
The south banks of the lake are a protected natural area. Foto: EMS, © Peer -
Relaxation on sunny days: The Lido at the lake of Caldaro. Foto: EMS, © Peer -
Vineyards round lake Caldaro along the South Tyrolean Wine Road. Foto: EMS, © Peer -
Caldaro Wine Museum. Foto: ED, © Peer -
Wine Centre of Caldaro Winery. Foto: ED, © Peer -
Piazza Mercato at Caldaro. Foto: ED, © Peer -
Apple blossom at april around Caldaro. Foto: AT, © Peer -
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A wonderful november day at Lake Caldaro. Foto: EMS, © Peer
Who hasn’t heard about Caldaro? The lake, vineyards, fruit orchards and woods and a gentle Mediterranean climate - the ideal prerequisites for relaxing holidays. Each of the nine hamlets Castelvecchio, Sant’Antonio, Pozzo, San Nicolò, Villa di Mezzo, San Giuseppe al Lago, Pianizza di Sopra, Pianizza di Sotto and the centre of Caldaro boasts a special traditional flair.
The people of Caldaro care about their self-grown wines, which have become a fundamental part of their culture and lifes. Every year, numerous wine events are organised such as as the “Caldaro Wine Days” or the local “Wine Festival”, where you may taste such special wines as a Lagrein, Merlot, Cabernet, Pinot Blanc or Noir or a Sauvignon. And the “South Tyrolean Wine Museum” will tell you everything about the history of wine in Caldaro and South Tyrol.
Those looking for a bit more of action should head to Lake Caldaro. Lake Caldaro is known as the warmest lake all over the Alps and is 1.8 km long and 0.9 km wide. Reaching a depth of approximately 4 m, it is the ideal place for swimmers and surfers alike. Here you will find all you wish for!
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Caldaro village is the market place and the seat of the municipality of Caldaro. more
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One of the largest villages that belong to Caldaro is Villa di Mezzo (477 m asl). The cultural landscape is… more
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San Antonio (523 m asl) is a hamlet of Caldaro and valley station of the famous Mendola funicular. more
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Pozzo is a small but very beautiful old hamlet of Caldaro. more
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Pianizza di Sopra (504 m asl) is located along the border of Caldaro and Appiano, idyllically surrounded by vineyards. more
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Pianizza di Sotto (436 m asl) is a village on the South Tyrolean Wine Route, north of Caldaro. more
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The pilgrimage site S. Nicolò (569 m asl) makes up the upper part of the village of Caldaro and stretches along… more
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From Castelvecchio (612 m asl), you will have a great panoramic view above Lake Caldaro. more
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Lake Caldaro is the jewel of the little village S. Giuseppe al Lago (216 m asl). more
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Campi al Lago is situated on the eastern lakeside of Lake Caldaro, underneath Castelchiaro at 216 m asl. more
