Vadena
Directly on the eastern shores of Lake Caldaro lies Campi al Lago, a quarter belonging to the municipality of Vadena.
Image gallery: Vadena
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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. -
The new bridge of Vadena connects the village with the localities located on the east riverside, such as Bronzolo and Laives - Foto: AT, © Peer -
View from the bridge on southern Val d’Adige - Foto: AT, © Peer -
The historic centre of Vadena is composed of few residential buildings and farms - Foto: AT, © Peer -
View on Vadena - Foto: AT, © Peer -
The village Birti at Vadena. Joseph II, emperor of the Habsburgs, had the church changed in a residential building - Foto: AT, © Peer -
Rough rock at Vadena - Foto: AT, © Peer -
Castel Laimburg at Vadena. Beneath the ruin there is an agricultural research centre - Foto: AT, © Peer -
Vineyards at Piccolongo - apples grow in the valley, the slopes down to Lago di Caldaro are covered with vineyards - Foto: AT, © Peer
Vadena locates at only 8 km from Bolzano. Surrounded by rich green meadows and woods, picturesque villages and the mighty Dolomites, the small hamlet has a lot to offer. From relaxing bike tours or adventurous motorbike rides, beautiful hikes or a day at the sunny shores of Lake Caldaro, here you will find all you can wish for.
Embark on a hike to the Leuchtenburg ruin, literally the “illuminated castle”. The ruin towers on a hill above Lake Caldaro and is well-seen especially in the night since it is illuminated at nighttime - just as its name is promising.
By the way: also the Laimburg School of Agriculture and Research Centre with its famous rock-cut cellar belong to Vadena. Just ask for it at the local tourism office. A hearty welcome in Vadena!
