Merano Spring. April-May

Merano Spring April-May 2017 www.merano.eu

TABLE OF CONTENTS Merano Spring... 4 The localities Merano/Merano... 8 Scena/Schenna... 9 Tirolo/Dorf Tirol... 10 Naturno/Naturns... 11 Plant sculptures in Merano... 12-15 Further attractions of the Merano Spring event... 16-22 Collecting Merano : illustrated children s book... 23-25 The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle... 26-27 Merano s Thermal Baths... 28-29 Entente Florale Europe 2015... 30 The Meran007 video mapping show... 31 Südtirol Balance... 32-33 The Merano Market... 34-35 Human Shapes... 36-37 Trails and hikes in Merano... 38-41 Scena/Schenna... 42-45 Tirolo/Dorf Tirol... 46-49 Naturno/Naturns... 50-53 Event program... 55-72 / 2 /

MERANO SPRING Merano/Meran never ceases to amaze, especially in spring, when nature reawakens after winter and is once again lush and in bloom, adorning the town s green areas. This is the lovely setting for the third Merano Spring event. Organized by the Merano Tourist Office with support from the Merano Municipality and other partners, this multifaceted project again involves the nearby villages of Tirolo/Dorf Tirol, Scena/Schenna and Naturno/ Naturns. The Merano Spring event enhances the natural beauty of Merano and Environs in diverse ways: by featuring a richly varied program of events, by putting on display plant sculptures and topiaries in carefully picked locations and by comprising wellness offers for body and mind. Moreover, the Merano Spring also features the opening of new walks and hangouts in lovely surroundings. THE OPENING EVENT ON APRIL 7 The Merano Spring event officially kicks off on April 7, at 11:30 a.m. American artist Steven Guarnaccia will be present at the opening ceremony and excerpts of his work Collecting Merano will be read to live-music accompaniment. / 4 / / 5 /

Unser Frau Madonna di Senales 1500 m Gertraud eltrude 1519 m Kurzras Maso Corto 2011 m Vernagt Vernago 1700 m Schwemmalm St. Nikolaus S. Nicolò 1256 m Finailspitze Punta Finale 3514 m Karthaus Certosa 1327 m Katharinaberg M.te S.Caterina 1245 m Tschirland Cirlano 578 m Unterstell 1300 m rk Stilfserjoch nale dello Stelvio Hauslabjoch Fundstelle Ötzi Punto di ritrovo Ötzi 3280 m Naturns Naturno 554 m Breiteben Etsch - Adige Kuppelwies Pracupola Similaun 3597 m Hohe Wilde Altissima 3487 m Hohe Weiße Bianca Grande 3278 m Zielspitze 3006 m Texelspitze Cima Tessa 3318 m Gigglberg 1544 m Plaus 519 m Rabland Rablà 525 m St. Walburg S. Valburga 1192 m Hochwart 2608 m Aschbach Riolagundo 1320 m Partschins Parcines 642 m Töll Tel 508 m Vigiljoch Monte S. Vigilio 1800 m Hofmahd Wildspitze 3772 m Lodner Fiammante 3219 m Plars Tschigat Cigot 3000 m Vellau Velloi 986 m St. Pankraz S. Pancrazio 736 m Pfelders Plan 1624 m Spronser Seen Laghi di Sopranes Hochgang Valico 2441 m Naturpark Texelgruppe Parco naturale del Gruppo di Tessa Wasserfall Cascata Pawigl Pavicolo 1164 m Timmelsjoch Passo del Rombo 2505 m Leiter Alm 1522 m Laugenspitze Monte Luco 2433 m Etsch - Adige Marling Marlengo 363 m Mutspitze Cima Muta 2295 m Hochmut 1361 m Gratsch Quarazze Algund Lagundo 355 m Rabenstein Corvara Platt Plata Moos Moso 1007 m Kuens Caines 590 m Tschermes Cermes 315 m Stuls Stulles 1315 m St. Leonhard S. Leonardo 693 m St. Martin S. Martino 597 m Quellenhof Saltaus Saltusio Riffian Rifiano 504 m Dorf Tirol Tirolo 559 m Meran Merano 325 m Lana 289 m Verdins Verdines Schenna Scena 600 m Etsch - Adige Jaufenpass Passo Giovo 2130 m Naraun Völlan Narano Foiana 700 m Tisens Tesimo 635 m Platzers Plazzoles Gampenpass Passo Palade 1518 m Walten Valtina 1262 m Prenn Schweinssteg Obertall Untertall Gfrill Caprile 1450 Taser m Klammeben 1983 m Videgg 1536 m Sinich Sinigo Grube 1800 m S c h Prissian Prissiano 610 m n e l l s Ifinger Monte Ivigna 2552 m t r a s s e - S u Falzeben 1680 m Nals Nalles 331 m Hirzer Punta Cervina 2781 m Verdinser Plattenspitze 2675 m Hafling Avelengo 1240 m Kesselberg 2300 m Meran 2000 Merano 2000 Vöran Verano 1204 m Burgstall Postal 268 m Gargazo Gargazzo 267 m p e r s t r a d a M e - B o Etsch - A Proveis Proves 1414 m Unsere Liebe Frau im Walde Senale 1342 m Felixer W Lago di S (Trets 1604 Laurein Lauregno 1148 m St. Felix S. Felice 1225 m / 6 / / 7 /

SCENA/SCHENNA Scena/Schenna is located on a sunny plateau above the spa town of Merano/Meran. It is renowned throughout South Tyrol for its spectacular views of the Etschtal Valley. Scena consists of seven villages at different altitudes (from 400 to 2,781 meters above sea level), offering a wide range of hiking options on marked trails running a total of 200 kilometers. Its accommodation facilities stand out for their high standards, the options ranging from luxury spa hotels to rustic farmhouses. Today, Scena is synonymous with natural delights, activities and genuine South Tyrolean hospitality. How to get to Scena from Merano Distance from Merano: 5 km Bus service: 231 (bus stops at the train station and on Via Cavour in front of the Palace Hotel) By car: about 10 minutes driving time from Merano; parking lots are located in the village center, in front of the volunteer fire department, and above Schenna Castle. Find out more about Scena at pages 42-45 MERANO/MERAN» Scena/Schenna Tourist Office Piazza Erzherzog Johann 1/D, I-39017 Scena Tel. +39 0473 945669 www.schenna.com - info@schenna.com A former spa town of European renown, Merano/Meran is still famed for its quality of life, elegance and the combination of Mediterranean-style ambience with a majestic mountain scenery. The town features lovely walking routes and promenades like the Passer Promenade and the Tappeinerweg Trail (see page 39). Moreover, with the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle (see page 26) Merano boasts one of the world s most beautiful botanical gardens. Other distinctive features of Merano s urban landscape are its churches, castles and stately buildings like the Art Nouveau Kurhaus. Merano s Thermal Baths (see page 28) offer their visitors relaxation and wellness throughout the year, while shopping aficionados are sure to find what they look for in the central Portici Arcades (Laubengasse). Gourmets and food lovers are likewise spoilt for choice, as Merano s cuisine offers both Italian and Tyrolean dishes.» Merano Tourist Office Corso Libertà 45, I-39012 Merano Tel. +39 0473 272000 - Fax +39 0473 235524 www.merano.eu - info@merano.eu / 8 / / 9 /

TIROLO/DORF TIROL Located at an altitude of 600 to 2,500 meters above sea level, on a sun-soaked hill overlooking the spa town of Merano/Meran, Tirolo/Dorf Tirol is the cradle of Tyrol s history. Tirolo delights with clean mountain air, a mild climate and a unique location. A richly varied landscape of imposing mountains, orchards and Mediterranean plant life, stretching all the way from Merano s town boundary to the Texelgruppe mountain range and the Spronser Seen lakes, awaits visitors in Tirolo. How to get to Tirolo from Merano Distance from Merano: 4 km Bus service: 221 (bus stops at the train station and on Via Cavour in front of the Palace Hotel) By cable car: from Via Galilei By car: about 10 minutes driving time from Merano; various parking lots are located in the village center. Find out more about Tirolo at pages 46-49 A MERANO E DINTORNI IL FASCINO DELLA VITA ALPINA» Tirolo Tourist Office Via Principale 31, I-39019 Tirolo Tel. +39 0473 923314 - Fax +39 0473 923012 www.dorf-tirol.it - info@dorf-tirol.it NATURNO/NATURNS Naturno/Naturns is a paradise for hikers, cyclers and mountain biking enthusiasts. It stretches along the bottom of the Texelgruppe Nature Park and is surrounded by two completely different natural settings: to the south is the green Nörderberg mountain and to the north the arid Sonnenberg mountain at the entrance to the Texelgruppe Nature Park. As a result, it offers hiking, cycling and mountain biking tours at three different altitudes. With 315 days of sunshine a year, Naturno is an ideal destination for outdoor holidays with friends or family. Moreover, it it is the first certified Alpine Wellness tourist destination in South Tyrol. How to get to Naturno from Merano Distance from Merano: 16 km Bus service: 251 (bus stops at the train station and on Via delle Corse) Train service: Merano-Malles (the Vinschger Bahn) By car: about 30 minutes driving time from Merano Find out more about Naturno at pages 50-53» Naturno Tourist Office Via Municipio 1, I-39025 Naturno Tel. +39 0473 666077 www.naturns.it / 10 / / 11 /

The dancer Location: on the Passer Promenade (in front of the Kurhaus) Created by the topiary business Romiti & Giusti The horticulture method used for the plant sculpture of the St. Nikolaus cathedral s tower was also chosen for the topiary dancer: the delicate work has a height of 190cm and consists of carefully clipped perennial privet (Ligustrum delavayanum). The dancer stands metaphorically for Merano s status as a cultural town and is reminiscent of the sculptural depiction of four dancing girls on the roof of the Kurhaus. Plant sculptures and topiary in Merano The plant egg Location: on the stairs leading from Corso Libertà to the Passer Promenade (in close proximity to Piazza della Rena) Created by Merano s Town Gardeners (Stadtgärtnerei) and the smiths of the Bauhof smithy About 2.5 meters high, this giant-size plant egg is made of two parts: the lower part is covered with Iceland Moss (Cetraria islandica), which distinguishes itself sharply from local lichens by its light-grey color, while the sculpture s upper part is decorated with blossoming spring and summer plants. The iron frame of the egg was forged in the municipal smithy. The sculpture is set into a small flowerbed. Created with great attention to detail, the plant sculptures of the Merano Spring event show all the creativity and artfulness of their creators. The bell tower of the St. Nikolaus cathedral Location: on Via Cassa di Risparmio Created by the topiary business Romiti & Giusti With the St. Nikolaus cathedral, one of Merano s undisputed landmark buildings gets a sculptural depiction for the Merano Spring event. Based on the cathedral drawings of American illustrator Steven Guarnaccia (see pages 23-25), the renowned Tuscany-based topiary business Romiti & Giusti was commissioned to create an artwork. For the sculpture the horticultural practice of topiary was used, whereby fast-growing perennial plants are planted in a flowerbed or similar container, with the iron frame of the sculpture positioned on the soil. Once the plants start to grow, their foliage is clipped and trimmed to develop and maintain the shape, with the plants eventually filling in the frame (in this case the bell tower of the St. Nikolaus cathedral). The ground around the sculpture s flowerbed will be decorated with green graffiti. Two doves in flight Location: on the Passer Promenade (in front of the Kurhaus) Created by Merano s Town Gardeners (Stadtgärtnerei) and the smiths of the Bauhof smithy This twin sculpture was put on public display at last summer s international Cervia Città Giardino flower show, where it was well received by both critics and visitors. For the 2017 Merano Spring event, the doves are back in Merano and adorn the Passer Promenade. As with the giant-sized plant egg (see above), iron frameworks were covered with Iceland Moss (Cetraria islandica), which needs to be watered regularly to prevent it from drying out. The two sculptures measure 1.5 meters in height each and are positioned together on a two-meter-high pedestal made of cork-oak wood. / 12 / / 13 /

Crocus bulbs for Empress Sissi at Elisabeth Park It is arguably Merano s best-known tribute to Empress Elisabeth of Austria: the Sissi Statue of white marble, created in 1903 by Viennese artist Hermann Klotz to commemorate Sissi s four sojourns in Merano (in 1870, 1871, 1889 and 1897). The monument is located in the Elisabeth Park, at the start of the Summer Promenade. Two pandas Location: on the Passer Promenade (in front of the Kurhaus) Created by: Merano s Town Gardeners (Stadtgärtnerei) and the smiths of the Bauhof smithy Two cute panda sculptures, created with the same technique used for the two doves. One of the panda bears is smaller than the other, with the twin sculpture measuring about one meter in height. The artwork will be on display from late April. For the Merano Spring event, the Sissi Statue will be surrounded by violet crocus flowers, as the Town Gardeners planted crocus bulbs (primarily of the Crocus tommasinianus and Crocus vernus varieties) in the meadows immediately in front and behind the monument. The violet hues of these quintessential spring plants will not only delight the eye, but remind the beholder of Merano s 700 th Anniversary Year (see page 31), violet being one of the colors chosen for the anniversary logo 700xM, alluding to the grape and apple cultivation in Merano s immediate surroundings. In addition to the crocus bulbs mentioned, the Town Gardeners planted 90,000 flower seeds in various locations, with plants of the Fritillaria genus deserving special mention: These flowers will bloom in May on the Paeonienhang, a slope located on the Summer Promenade, by the Roman Bridge. Eagle, snake, woodpecker and Atlas Location: on the Gilf Promenade Created by Merano s Town Gardeners (Stadtgärtnerei) and the smiths of the Bauhof smithy These four plant sculptures are located on the Gilf Promenade, a trail running along the bank of the Passer River, featuring numerous subtropical plants and a great view of the Gilf Gorge. The frames for the sculptures were created in the municipal smithy and subsequently filled with mosses, ferns and cushion plants. Next to Atlas holding the Earth on his shoulders, to an eagle and a snake, a woodpecker adorns a cedar and makes for a valuable store of raw materials for real woodpeckers building nests. Two horses jumping over a hurdle Location: on the Passer Promenade (in front of the Kurhaus) Created by: Merano s Town Gardeners (Stadtgärtnerei) With its Racecourse (see page 22), Merano has an internationally acclaimed venue for horse races. The undisputed highlight of its racing season is the weekend of the Merano Grand Prix in September (this year on September 23 and 24). In tribute to this prestigious event, the Town s Gardeners created a sculptural depiction of two riders on horseback jumping a hurdle. The artwork is made of plant material exclusively, with each figure measuring about two meters in height. While this twin topiary is normally put on display in the weeks leading up to the Grand Prix, this year it already adorns the Passer Promenade from late May. / 14 / / 15 /

The Pallet Lounge created by the South Tyrolean Gardener s Association at Piazza Terme South Tyrol s gardeners showed their outstanding ability to create eye-catching decorations out of inconspicuous everyday objects last year by setting up an urban gardening project for the Merano Spring event. This year, five gardeners of the Merano area will again put their creativity to the test, creating a lounge-like furniture arrangement of densely planted pallets in time for the opening day of the 2017 Merano Spring (April 7). The Pallet Lounge will consist of a table, some benches and other slightly elevated seating opportunities. It will add a dash of spring color to central Piazza Terme. The plants chosen for the artwork are spring plants with pastel blooms like those of the Nemesia genus or Iceland Poppy (Papaver naudicale) and Wallflowers (Erysium cheiri). The Pallet Lounge will be on display until mid-may. The project is organized by the following companies, in collaboration with the Merano Tourist Office: Further attractions of the Merano Spring event» GrünKultur Luther (Merano)» Gärtnerei Reichert (Merano)» Gärtnerei Waldner (Scena)» Gärtnerei Wielander (Merano)» Gärtnerei Zöschg (Postal) The letter case created by the Laimburg School For the third consecutive year, students of the Laimburg School for fruit-growing, viticulture and horticulture created a land art object for the Merano Spring event. For inspiration the twelve horticulture and floristry students involved turned to Steven Guarnaccia s illustrated children s book Collecting Merano (see pages 23-25), a tale of two young collectors named Ava and Otto, who decide to take a stroll through Merano together. For their letter case, the students and teachers used natural materials and plastic to design twelve caskets as receptacles for collected items of various sorts. The letter case itself is made of larch trunks; a cavity cut into each trunk allowed a student to design it according to his or her ideas. In the artwork, individual design is therefore juxtaposed with a collective creative effort (the larch trunks joined up with plastic tubes). The finished letter case will be on display from April 4 at Merano s Marconi Park (former mini-golf facility on Via F. Innerhofer). / 16 / / 17 /

The flowerbeds designed by Salzburg s Town Gardeners on the Passer Promenade from late April Merano and Salzburg became twin towns in 2000. The exchange between both towns has been fertile since, especially in the cultural field. However, it has also led to the establishment of economic and trade relations, to joint tourism projects and a close cooperation on issues pertaining to the fields of administration and the protection of the environment. It has also fostered the exchange and understanding between the inhabitants of Merano and Salzburg. The 2017 Merano Spring event makes a valuable contribution to this prospering partnership. Notably, Salzburg s Town Gardeners were invited by their South Tyrolean colleagues to design the two central flowerbeds on the Passer Promenade, in front of the main entrance to the Kurhaus. They opted for floral depictions of two major tourist attractions of the Salzburg area. The first flowerbed will be reminiscent of the well-known garden of Mirabell Palace, with roses bringing to mind the palace s rose garden. A small fountain decorated with figurines and ornamented tiles enhance this flowerbed arrangement. Even more striking will be the second flowerbed based on the park of Hellbrunn Palace, with a reproduction of the famous Germaul as centerpiece: This grotesque face made of copper has huge ears and rolling eyes. Its mouth collects water; once it is full, the face pokes its tongue, thereby allowing the water to run out. The one-meter-high reproduction of the original Germaul - which can be admired in all its hideous beauty in the Neptune Grotto at Hellbrunn Palace - was a gift made by Salzburg s Town Gardeners to their Merano colleagues during a visit. Further attractions of the Merano Spring event Three important parts of Merano s town center - the Portici Arcades, Via Cassa di Risparmio and Piazza della Rena - are embellished to highlight the beauty of spring. The Portici Arcades: Merano s main shopping street offers family-owned, old-established shops next to trendy fashion boutiques and outlet stores. It consists of two rows of houses with arcades, elegant bay windows and numerous archways, that are separated by a pedestrian passageway. For the Merano Spring event, the Portici Arcades will be decorated with flower garlands and white umbrellas sporting yellow roses. The umbrellas will be illuminated at night. Via Cassa di Risparmio: As the location chosen for the topiary bell tower of the St. Nikolaus cathedral (see page 12), Via Cassa di Risparmio is one of the main sites of this year s Merano Spring event. The ground around the sculpture s flowerbed will be enhanced by graffiti of the cathedral and the sleeve image of Steven Guarnaccia s book (see pages 23-25). The color used for the spray painted graffiti contains yoghurt and pulverized cellulose; it is solvent-free and fully biocompatible. The graffiti will be visible starting from April 7 until the end of May. Piazza della Rena: On this public square featuring tourist attractions like Kallmünz Castle, deck chairs will be provided to those wishing to relax in the sun. Moreover, a bookshelf designed for the Bookcrossing project will be displayed there. Anyone may read the books to their heart s content or leave books on the shelves. The Bookcrossing initiative was started two years ago by Merano s Town Library. / 18 / / 19 /

The new access to the Passer River The new trail connecting the Gilf Promenade and the Lazag recreational area For the spring season, a new access to the Passer River was created along the Winter Promenade, by the Wandelhalle arcade. This new Passer Terrace serves to highlight the central role played by water for Merano. Some medium-sized stones, placed in two rows as small steps, take to the riverbank and invite passers-by to stop and relax. Another access to the Passer River was created in July 2012 and is located at Piazza Terme. These three landscaped Passer Terraces offer green lawns and are ideal spots for contemplation and relaxation. They are popular meeting places and hangouts in the summer months. Both projects are part of an Interreg program funded by the European Regional Development Fund. Located within walking distance of the town center, the Gilf Promenade and the Lazag recreational area are prime examples of Merano s sustainable urban planning and the incorporation of green areas into its urban landscape. For this spring season, a new trail connecting the Gilf Promenade and the Lazag recreational area was created along the left bank of the Passer River. At just a few meters distance from the bridge over the Gilf Gorge, a flight of steps leads up to a platform and a bridge marking the trail s start and offering splendid views of the Zenoburg Castle. The path itself runs underneath the stone bridge into the Passeiertal Valley and continues - along Merano s town limit - on the bike route to San Leonardo/St. Leonhard, all the way to the Lazag recreational area, which is popular with locals and tourists alike. Merano and its water In Merano, water is a ubiquitous element. The town is located at the confluence of the Passer and Etsch rivers. 95% of its drinking water comes from water sources - a percentage few towns can match. Moreover, Merano features 69 public drinking fountains; at its thermal baths, water is a key component of wellness packages and spa offers. The popular Waalweg trails run along ancient irrigation channels, forming a dense network in Merano and Environs. They are scenic hiking options leading through untouched nature. The Gilf Promenade The Gilf Promenade is one of Merano s most romantic walks. It ends at a gorge, where the Passer River enters Merano. The walk is particularly interesting from a botanical point of view, since it features numerous subtropical plants. Near the top, it meets a winding path that leads to the Gunpowder Tower and the Tappeinerweg Trail. On the opposite bank of the Passer River, the Gilf Promenade connects with the Summer Promenade. Since 1997, the Gilf Promenade features verses of well-known poets (e.g. Christian Morgenstern, Rainer Maria Rilke, Ezra Pound, Giuseppe Conte and Antonio Manfredi) inscribed onto the wooden benches lining the walking path. Four large-scale plant figures can be admired at the Golf Gorge, with the depiction of Atlas holding up the celestial sphere deserving special mention (see page 14). / 20 / / 21 /

Finally open to the public: The Poloplatz (polo field) area of the Merano Racecourse The racecourse is one of Merano s landmarks and one of the town s main sports and entertainment venues. A part of the racecourse s premises (known locally as Poloplatz) will be open to the public for the first time this spring, during the afternoon hours (except for racedays). Between the tracks where normally horses and jockeys train, there is a spacious meadow surrounded by a circular hurdle. To give the area a colorful and dynamic look, flowerbeds were planted in some parts of it. A circular path leading round the area invites to take a stroll or maybe do some jogging or Nordic walking. In the coming years, the polo field will be equipped with further amenities. It is a quiet haven in the heart of town, an ideal place for families and for those seeking relaxation. Sports enthusiasts can indulge in some physical exercise there whilst enjoying the spectacular mountain scenery surrounding Merano. The access to the area is in Via Enrico Toti. Collecting Merano The illustrated children s book Collecting Merano Every year, the Merano Spring event s varied program includes the publication of an illustrated children s book, followed by workshops and performances directly inspired by the book s plot and presented by itinerant pop-up ateliers. Horseracing at the Merano Racecourse The Merano Racecourse is widely considered one of Italy s most important venues for hurdle racing, and the country s most important for steeple chases. The season generally runs from May to the end of October. On Easter Monday (this year on April 17), the Merano Racecourse hosts the traditional Haflinger Country Horse Races.» Full season schedule and more information at www.meranogaloppo.it Collecting Merano was written and illustrated by Steven Guarnaccia. It is the third in a series of books published for the Merano Spring project, with support from Merano s illustrated children s book archive Ópla. Each year a different author is asked to provide his or her own interpretation of Merano s extraordinary landscape through the format of the illustrated children s book. The American Steven Guarnaccia follows British illustrator Harriet Russell, who designed the book Eleanor and the Eagle for the 2015 Merano Spring festival, and German artist Katrin Stangl, illustrator of last year s tale Luca at the Museum. Both books will be reprinted this spring. In Harriet Russell s book, a little girl named Eleanor flies to Merano on the back of an eagle. She explores the town with her new friend and enjoys Merano s clean air and lush vegetation, its magnificent surroundings and rich local tradition. A small creature named Luca and living with a bunch of friends along the Gilf Promenade was the main character of Katrin Stangl s tale, which took the reader to different locations - from the aforementioned Gilf Promenade to the scenic alleys of Merano s town center and to the Palais Mamming Museum. Where to buy Collecting Merano:» Merano Tourist Office, Corso Libertà 45» Merano Town Library, Via delle Corse 1» Palais Mamming Museum, Piazza Duomo 6» Centro per la Cultura/Kulturzentrum, Via Cavour 1» In various shops in the town center The book will be sold in three monolingual editions (Italian, German, English); Price: 10.00. / 22 / / 23 /

Collecting Merano The pop-up ateliers The story Ava and Otto are cousins. However, while Ava is from Rome, Otto is from Berlin. Both are passionate collectors: Ava collects the leaves of rare plants and whistles, whereas Otto is always searching for seashells, bottle caps and small reproductions of churches. They meet in Merano and decide to pursue their hobby together. The reader follows Ava and Otto through Merano, getting to know major tourist attractions like the Palais Mamming Museum and the Tappeinerweg Trail with the Gunpowder Tower. Several workshops for families that are directly inspired by the book Collecting Merano will take place in different locations. Itinerant pop-up ateliers, accompanied by a mobile cart, will set up entertaining, experimental and highly creative performances. Steven Guarnaccia will present a workshop in Merano on April 7. The archive for children s books Ópla The author: Steven Guarnaccia Steven Guarnaccia is an illustrator and designer, and Associate Professor of Illustration at Parsons The New School for Design, where he was the director of the Illustration Program from 2004 to 2011. He was previously the art-director of the Op-Ed page of the New York Times. During his 35-year career as an internationally recognized illustrator, he has worked for major magazines and newspapers, including the New York Times, Abitare, Rolling Stone and Domus. Moreover, he has created murals for Disney Cruise Lines, and exhibition drawings for a show of Achille Castiglione s work at the Museum of Modern Art. Guarnaccia is the author of books on popular culture and design, including Black and White, a book on the absence of color, published by Chronicle Books. He has designed watches and packaging for Swatch, and greeting cards for the Museum of Modern Art. He has won awards from the AIGA, the Art Directors Club, and the Bologna Book Fair, and has exhibited his work in the USA and Europe. His children s books include The Three Bears: A Tale Moderne, The Three Little Pigs: An Architectural Tale and Cinderella: A Fashionable Tale, all published by Abrams in the US. Ópla (the acronym stands for the Italian name Oasi per libri artistici) is a remarkable archive run by Merano s Town Library. For 20 years now, publications of visual artists (e.g. painters, sculptors and designers) with a strong interest in expressing the main themes of childhood in illustrated children s books have been collected for this archive. Ópla puts all the material stored at the disposal of scholars, teachers, historians and critics. Graphic designers, illustrators and publishers can use the collection as a source of inspiration. Children and teenagers get the chance there to peruse or read works that are often rather obscure, difficult to find, or already out of print.» Find out more at www.opla.gemeinde.meran.bz.it» Find out more at www.stevenguarnaccia.com / 24 / / 25 /

The Touriseum - South Tyrol Museum of Tourism With the Touriseum, Trauttmansdorff Castle houses the first museum in the Alps to be comprehensively and exclusively dedicated to the history of tourism. Inside the castle s rooms, visitors go on an exciting journey that follows 200 years of tourism history. There is also an intriguing exhibition about Trauttmansdorff Castle s illustrious residents and guests. Moreover, for 2017 the Touriseum has organized a special exhibition titled Head for the hills!. Trauttmansdorff The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle and the Touriseum: 2017 hours of operation (last admission one hour before closing time) - 1 April - 15 October: 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; - 16-31 October: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; - 1-15 November: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; - on Fridays in June, July and August: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.* *On the Garden Nights, closing time is at 5:00 p.m.; afterwards admission is restricted to concert ticket holders. The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle In spring, when nature adorns the town s gardens and parks with gorgeous blossoms, Merano is arguably at its loveliest. The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, located on the town s eastern outskirts, boast more than 80 botanical landscapes and a wide range of attractions (e.g. ten Artists Pavilions and the Garden for Lovers created last year to mark the gardens 15 th anniversary).» Further information: - for the Gardens, Via S. Valentino 51/A, Merano, Tel: +39 0473 255600, www.trauttmansdorff.it - for the Touriseum, Via S. Valentino 51/A, Merano, Tel. +39 0473 255655, www.touriseum.it Because of its striking look and superb design, Trauttmansdorff was named Italy s Most Beautiful Garden in 2005. Its crowning as International Garden of the Year in 2013 vaulted the unique complex into the ranks of the world s most beautiful gardens and parks. Besides an astonishing diversity of plant species and boasting breathtaking blooms from spring to autumn, the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle also host musical and culinary events (e.g. the Gardens Nights concert series or the Breakfast at Sissi s Sunday brunch). Incidentally, Empress Elisabeth of Austria (1837-1898) spent two of her four stays in Merano at Trauttmansdorff Castle, which is the first or final sight along Sissi s Path. The latter route leads past eleven tourist attractions still commonly associated with her Majesty s stays in Merano. A free information leaflet about Sissi s Path is available from the Merano Tourist Office (Corso Libertà 45). For the first time in 2017, the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle feature an exhibition of garden photographs selected for the prestigious International Garden Photographer of the Year competition. Fifty images picked by an international jury of experts can be discovered throughout the gardens. / 26 / / 27 /

The spa complex also offers different types of inhalations, while kids aged two to ten are looked after at the crèche.» Further information: Merano s Thermal Baths (Terme Merano), Piazza Terme 9, Tel. +39 0473 252000, info@termemeran.it, www.termemerano.it/en Merano s Thermal Baths Special package offer: My feel-good day - calming and relaxing - South Tyrolean mountain hay bath (20 minutes) - Relax massage with South Tyrolean herbal oils (50 minutes) - Admission to the Thermal Baths (2 hours) Total value of the package: 122.00; for you at a special price of: 109.00 Merano s Thermal Baths: relaxation and wellness of the highest order After a long winter, both body and mind are in need of new energy and wellbeing. Merano s Thermal Baths offer their visitors everything needed to get new vigor. In this modern spa complex, you can relax and take time for yourself. Star architect Matteo Thun, who designed the complex, has created a modern oasis in the heart of Merano. His large glass cube is a compelling example of clean, modern architectural lines; it also offers breathtaking views of the Texelgruppe mountain range. Merano s Thermal Baths comprise fifteen indoor and outdoor pools, and ten more in the park, (open from May 15 to September 15). In addition, there is a sauna complex comprising eight saunas and steam baths. The aforementioned spa park is especially inviting in summer: it s romantic lily pond and bathing trail are ideal places to while away balmy days. For those dedicated to a more active lifestyle, the complex also houses a fully equipped Fitness Center. The Spa & Vital Center provides a wide range of treatments and wellness packages based primarily on natural South Tyrolean produce such as Edelweiss, grapes, marble from the Vinschgau Valley and Mountain pine. Delicious food is served up at the Thermal Baths Bistro. / 28 / / 29 /

The Meran007 video mapping show Merano s 700 th Anniversary Year In 1317, Merano was granted the status of town by Henry of Carinthia. The 700 th anniversary of this historic event is marked all year - under the overall coordination of the Merano Municipality - with a richly varied program of events. The program titled 700xM was planned and created for locals and visitors alike. It comprises conferences, concerts, musical performances, exhibitions and much more besides. Merano s schools, clubs and institutions all made active contributions to the program. Entente Florale Europe 2015 Merano wins the Gold Award in the 2015 Entente Florale Europe contest Wide green spaces, well-groomed promenades, and artfully designed flowerbeds are a distinctive feature of Merano s urban landscape. Moreover, with the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, the town boasts the International Garden of the Year 2013 and one of the world s most beautiful attractions of its kind (see page 26). Merano s green heritage has strongly contributed to the town s renown and has increasingly garnered praise internationally. In September 2015, Merano won the Gold Award in the Entente Florale Europe, the highest honor bestowed in that international competition. A prestigious accolade, given that the contest rates towns and small cities throughout Europe by taking into consideration a multitude of factors (e.g. measures taken to reduce air pollution, the management and maintenance of the local green spaces, the educational efforts made to raise awareness for environmental issues). The Entente is organized annually by the Association Européenne pour le Fleurissement et le Paysage (AEFP). Merano was eligible to participate in the Entente after winning the national Comuni Fioriti competition in 2014. The positive verdict reached by the AEFP s jury during a two-day stay in Merano in July clinched the town s entry into the final stage of the contest for Italy and, ultimately, its win of the Gold Award.» Find out more at www.700xm.it Meran007 - Music Light History Presented at Merano s Puccini Theater, the Meran007 video mapping show vividly evokes the most thrilling moments in Merano s 700-year history. State-of-the-art projection technology and breathtaking special effects make the past tangible in the present, drawing the audience into the events shown. During the show, 3D lighting effects and images are projected onto the Puccini Theater s interior, animating the surfaces of the stage, the stalls and the boxes, in stunning fashion. The audiovisual performance is accompanied by an original soundtrack, written expressly for the Meran007 project. During the thirty-minute show, the spectators witness the first settlements on today s Merano area and experience devastating catastrophes from up close. However, the audience also witnesses the many positive moments in Merano s history, the way in which the town and its population managed to overcome all sorts of difficulties and setbacks. Written and directed by Manfred Schweigkofler Projection mapping animation and overall concept by Christoph Grigoletti Music by David Hüger; Running time: about 30 minutes Venue: Puccini Theater (Piazza Teatro 2, Merano) Performances are held from March 27 Entry: for adults: 9.00; for children and teenagers under 18 years of age/for schools (per pupil): 4.00 Ticketing: tickets are available from March 20, either online at www.merano.eu/007-videomapping or from the Merano Tourist Office (Corso Libertà 45, Tel: +39 0473 272000, info@merano.eu). Price for a combined ticket for a performance of Meran007 and a 90-minute guided tour of Merano: 11.00; Combined tickets for groups (Meran007 & Women s Museum, Meran007 & Merano 2000) will also be available.» Further information and full performance schedule: www.merano.eu/007-videomapping» Further information: www.entente-florale.eu / 30 / / 31 /

Südtirol Balance in Scena/Schenna (02/04-21/05/2017) Südtirol Balance 2017» Nature Fitness - Morgendliches Lauftraining zum guten Start in den Tag Nature Fitness -Taking a run in the morning for a positive start to the day On Fridays (07/04, 14/04, 21/04, 28/04, 05/05, 12/05 and 19/05), from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m.» Wildkräuter am Wegesrand Aromatic herbs by the wayside On Tuesdays (04/04, 11/04, 18/04, 25/04, 02/05, 09/05 and 16/05), from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.» Wildkräuter kennen und wilde Knödel kochen lernen Getting to know wild herbs and learning how to prepare Knödel dumplings with them On Wednesdays (05/04, 12/04, 19/04, 26/04, 03/05, 10/05 and 17/05), from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Further information: Schenna Tourist Office, Piazza Erzherzog Johann 1/D, Tel: +39 0473 945669, info@schenna.com Multifaceted and diverse, the Südtirol Balance offers are perfect for those in need of wellbeing and a respite from everyday life. The experts involved are happy to share their knowledge with the participants and to give them advice on how to improve their lives in an easy and efficient way. The Südtirol Balance offers include guided tours, walks, exercises, workshops and much more besides, in some of the most scenic spots and locations South Tyrol has to offer. As the program is held in German and Italian only, participants need to have a good knowledge of either one (or both) of the languages, in order to benefit from the experience.» Find out more at www.suedtirol.info/balance Südtirol Balance in Merano/Meran (15/05-11/06/2017)» Erlebnis der Sinne im Frühlingsgarten (Führung mit Workshop) Sensual delights at the spring garden (guided tour and workshop) On Fridays (19/05, 26/05, 02/06 and 09/06), from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Further information: The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, Via San Valentino 51A, Tel: +39 0473 255600, info@trauttmansdorff.it» Kneippen im Herzen von Meran Trying the Kneipp Cure form of hydrotherapy in the heart of town On Tuesdays (16/05, 23/05, 30/05 and 06/06), from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon» Düfte, Farben, Aromen: Belebende Sinneserfahrungen mitten in Meran Scents, colors and aromas: Invigorating delights for the senses in Merano s town center On Thursdays (18/05, 25/05, 01/06 and 08/06), from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Further information: Merano Tourist Office, Corso Libertà 45, Tel: +39 0473 272000, info@merano.eu Südtirol Balance in Tirolo/Dorf Tirol (24/04-31/05/2017)» Richtiges Laufen - geschmeidig und weich Learn proper running in a smooth and effortless way On Tuesdays (25/04, 02/05, 09/05, 16/05, 23/05 and 30/05), from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m.» Gegen jedes Leid ist ein (Un-)Kraut gewachsen - Kräuterwanderung There s a herbal remedy for every ailment (guided herb-collecting walk) On Fridays (28/04, 05/05, 12/05, 19/05 and 26/05), from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon» Kneippwanderung: Lernt das Wasser richtig kennen Understand water thoroughly and (a Kneipp Cure walk) On Saturdays (29/04, 06/05, 13/05, 20/05 and 27/05), from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Further information: Tourist Office Dorf Tirol, Via Principale 31, Tel: +39 0473 923314, info@dorf-tirol.it Südtirol Balance in Naturno/Naturns (01/04-28/05/2017)» Geführte Lauftour mit Rosita Pirhofer Guided jogging tour with Rosita Pirhofer On Wednesdays (05/04, 12/04, 19/04, 26/04, 03/05, 10/05, 17/05 and 24/05), from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m.» Genuss-Biketour im Frühling Easy springtime bike tour On Thursdays (06/04, 13/04, 20/04, 27/04, 04/05, 11/05, 18/05 and 25/05); times vary» Luftholen beim Sonnenaufgang Taking a deep breath at sunrise On Tuesdays (04/04, 11/04, 18/04, 25/04, 02/05, 09/05, 16/05 and 23/05); times vary Further information: Naturns Tourist Office, Via Municipio 1, Tel: +39 0473 666077, info@naturns.it / 32 / / 33 /

Local products: Only locally grown or handcrafted goods may be sold at the Merano Market. The market actively encourages farmer-to-consumer direct marketing. The range of goods on sale at the Market Market includes seasonal farm products, smoked bacon (Speck) and meat specialties, wild berries, wine, spirits and bread. Handcrafted items made of wool and felt, lace and jewelry, glass objects, and aromatic herbs are also available there. MM - The Merano Market Seasonal variety: A section of the market is reserved for infrequent market vendors next to the stalls for regular vendors (those present every market day). This ensures a diversity and variety of products which change depending on the season and the individual s rate of production. Quality: The stall holders selection by a specially appointed committee was based on a set of criteria defined in the market guidelines. Regular controls and assessments will ensure a high level of quality. Held under the motto Local by nature, the Merano Market runs every Saturday from March 25 to October 2017, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., on the section of the Passer Promenade leading up to Ponte della Posta (until May) and on the pedestrian section of upper Corso Libertà (from May). Design: The market stalls were designed by Martino Gamper, a designer born and raised in Merano, who has since made a name for himself internationally - in 2014 he was named Icon Awards Designer of the Year. His design concept for the Merano Market creates a dialogue between an urban context and South Tyrolean traditions. The Merano Market provides locals and guests with a highly attractive shopping experience. It is set apart by the following features: Also weekly: the Farmers Market The traditional farmers market with freshly harvested South Tyrolean produce also takes place every Saturday (8:00 a.m.-12:00 noon) on Via Galilei. / 34 / / 35 /

The following personalities were chosen for depiction in 2015: Franz Kafka (1883-1924) writer; artist: Urs Lüthi (Switzerland) Antonio Manfredi (1912-2001) poet and painter; artist: Aron Demetz (South Tyrol/Italy) Emma Hellenstainer (1817-1904) tourist pioneer in Tyrol; artist: Stephan Balkenhol (Germany). Human Shapes The Human Shapes project was started in 2015 and embraces a wide temporal arch. It draws back to the theme of the plastic representation of the human shape, although it supports a free interpretation through contemporary art s expressive means. The sculptures that consciously tear down classic plastic forms become the site of memory and take on a symbolic meaning. The Human Shapes project has given life to an (as yet unfinished) open-air art gallery that unfolds along the Passer Promenade, in the stretch between Ponte Teatro and the iron railway bridge. A total of ten personalities from the past, who made a significant contribution to Merano s cultural life during the course of their lives, will be depicted for the project. Three new artworks were created last year by as many contemporary artists: Silvius Magnago (1914-2010) politician and father of South Tyrol s autonomy; artist: Tony Cragg (Great Britain) Piero Richard (1899-1967) businessman and fervent promoter of the Merano Racecourse; artist: Wil-ma Kammerer (South Tyrol/Italy) Rina Riva (1922-2010) artist and professor of experimental graphic art; artist: Walter Moroder (South Tyrol/Italy) A further enlargement of the gallery is planned for autumn 2017. The new sculptures will be dedicated to the Russian musician and composer Natalie Prawossudowitsch (1899-1988), to local filmmaker Bruno Jori (1922-1970), to the graphic designer and painter Franz Lenhart (1898-1992), and to Czechoslovakia-born artist Gina Klaber Thusek (1900-1983). The Human Shapes project has been conceived to have a long-lasting impact in Merano and to provide inspiration and fill gaps in the town s collective memory. Idea and concept: Arnold Mario Dall O Overall coordination: Kunst Meran - Merano Arte (Herta Wolf Torggler), www.kunstmeranoarte.org / 36 / / 37 /

Trails and hikes in Merano The Passer Promenade The Passer Promenade is named after the river that crosses the town, dividing it in two. The old Kurpromenade, the area between Ponte della Posta and Ponte Teatro, forms the upper half of the route. Outdoor cafés, palm trees, plant sculptures and the splendid Art Nouveau Kurhaus give this main esplanade a breezy, carefree air that harkens back to the turn of the century when spa tourists soaked in the sunshine and fresh air right here in this very spot. The lower half of the promenade stretches to a railway bridge, towards the confluence of the Passer and Etsch rivers; on the way, there are several historical buildings including the Lutheran church Christuskirche and the sculptures of the Human Shapes contemporary art project (see pages 36-37). The whole Passer Promenade is manageable with a stroller. Beyond Ponte della Posta, the Passer Promenade connects with the Winter Promenade and, thereafter, with the Gilf Promenade (see page 21). Sissi s Path This evocative route leads past Austrian Empress Elisabeth s favorite spots in Merano. The charming Habsburg sovereign, affectionately nicknamed Sissi, came to Merano four times in the second half of the 19 th century for health treatments. The trail named in her honor leads to the town center from the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, past eleven sights and tourist attractions. From the castle that towers over the botanical garden, the path reaches Pienzenau Castle and Rubein Castle, the Reichenbach residence and Piazza Fontana, then Rottenstein Castle and the Bavaria Hotel, eventually descending towards the Passer River and crossing it on the Stone Footbridge, before continuing on the Winter Promenade to the Wandelhalle arcade; on the opposite side of the river there is the Elisabeth Park with the Sissi Statue. Sissi s Path is manageable with a stroller. An information leaflet about the route is available from the Merano Tourist Office (Corso Libertà 45). The Tappeinerweg Trail The Tappeinerweg Trail runs above Merano from east to west. In addition to excellent sunlight, the path offers sweeping views of the town below, the Merano Valley Basin and the Etsch Valley. Franz Tappeiner (1816-1902), a spa doctor and medical researcher from the Vinschgau Valley, created the promenade and donated to Merano. The four-kilometer-long path splits off from the Gilf Promenade and follows the curve of the Küchelberg mountain until it reaches Gratsch. In addition to typical local vegetation, Mediterranean and exotic plant species (e.g. eucalyptus, lotus, pine, various species of palms and bamboo, cactus, agave, magnolias and olive trees) are planted along the path. There are numerous access points from Merano s town center: the steps leading up from behind the St. Nikolaus cathedral, the Schlehdorfsteig slope on Via Verdi, a winding path from the Gilf Promenade (leading past the Gunpowder Tower) and from the Gratsch district. The whole trail is manageable with a stroller. The Prince s Castle Another access point to the Tappeinerweg Trail is a winding path on Via Galilei, by the valley station of the Merano-Tirolo Chairlift. Located in close proximity to it is one of South Tyrol s best preserved castles, the Princes Castle, which houses valuable furnishings and exhibitions. The Prince s Castle will be open to the public from April 11 (Tuesday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; on Sundays and holidays from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.). / 38 / / 39 /

The Maiser Waalweg trail Merano is surrounded by a dense network of Waalweg trails, which run alongside man made water channels designed for irrigation. These paths are easily reachable from town and offer spectacular scenic views. Strolling along a Waalweg trail is quite relaxing since the grade is rarely very steep. One of the most scenic Waalweg trails is the Maiser Waalweg which connects Obermais and Saltusio/Saltaus, a village located at the entrance to the Passeiertal Valley; the channel runs along the left bank of the Passer River. The starting point for this Waalweg trail is at Planta Castle (at the intersection of Via Planta and Via Belvedere); the path gradually heads into a forest of dense and broadleaved trees along rocky hillsides. About two thirds of the way in, there is the little Waalerhaus hut, the water wheel of which signals the smooth flow of water. The trail ends at Torgglerhof Farm. Most of the Maiser Waalweg is flat and nicely shaded; it is an especially nice place for a summer stroll because of its proximity to the cooling river. Length: 8 km. Walking Time: about 2.5 hours An information brochure about the Waalweg trails is available from the Merano Tourist Office, at a price of 2.50. For kids: playgrounds in Merano Named South Tyrol s most child-friendly locality of the year 2017, Merano has plenty of public playgrounds where kids can let off some steam. The playgrounds are located in Elisabeth Park on the Summer Promenade, on the Passer Promenade across from the Merano Tourist Office, in the park behind the Lutheran church Christuskirche on the Passer Promenade, in Maiser Park in Merano s Maia Alta/Obermais district, in Rosegger Park on Via San Giorgio in Maia Alta, next to the parish church in Maia Bassa/Untermais, in Merano s Texel Park on Via Monte Tessa and on Via Marlengo, near the gardening shop.» Info: Merano Tourist Office, corso Libertà 45, tel. +39 0473 272000, www.merano.eu Bike paths in and around Merano A dense network of bike paths radiates outwards from Merano. There are ideal routes for recreational cyclists and families, while serious cyclists will find challenging tours for road bikes and mountain bikes alike through mountain passes and along mountain slopes. The Vinschgau Valley and the bike & train combination Starting from Merano, cyclists can explore the Vinschgau, a sun-kissed valley located west of Merano, while taking advantage of a beneficial combination: bike and train. The Vinschgau Valley Line, known as the Vinschger Bahn in German, offers a spectacular landscape. At the terminal station, located in Malles/Mals (56 km from Merano), one can pick up a bike at the local Südtirol Rad rental point, and then ride all the way back to Merano on a well-maintained bike path. Should the return journey prove too long, cyclists can return the bike at any Südtirol Rad point along the way and continue their return journey to Merano, relaxing on the train. Bike points are available at the train stations in Spondigna/Spondinig, Silandro/Schlanders, Laces/ Latsch, Naturno/Naturns and Merano. Transport of private bicycles: An additional bike-transport ticket must be secured in order to transport your own bike on the train. Regional trains, however, are only equipped to transport 15 to 18 bicycles. If the available spots are already occupied, boarding of additional bicycles may be denied. At the train stations in Merano, Marlengo/Marling and Lagundo/Algund, boarding the Vinschgau Valley Line with a bicycle may not permitted from May to October (at certain times). Info: Tel: +39 0473 201500 Other tours: The Etsch Bike Route from Merano to Bolzano/Bozen (Distance: about 30 km; altitude gain: negligible; offers the possibility to make the return trip by train) and the Passeiertal Valley Route from Merano to San Leonardo/St. Leonhard (Distance: about 20 km; altitude gain: 370 m). Free use of bicycles: There are two points in town where bicycles are available to use free of charge, both of which are open daily from April 13 to October 14 (hours of operation are Monday to Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.). There are mountain bikes available, as well as road bikes for women and children, at the pick-up points on Via Piave beside Merano s Thermal Baths and near the train station. Safety helmets and child seats are also available. Use of bicycles is free of charge: all that is required is a valid ID card and a security deposit of 5.00, which is refunded upon return of the bicycles. The bikemobil Card combines two different offers: unlimited travel on all of South Tyrol s means of public transport (buses, regional trains, participating cable cars) on one, three or seven consecutive days and a day trip on a borrowed bicycle. The bikemobil Card is available at all points of sale for South Tyrol s public transport system (train and bus stations), at tourist offices and bike points. It costs either 24.00, 30.00 or 34.00 depending on the card s validity.» Find out more at www.bzbga.it and www.suedtirol-rad.it / 40 / / 41 /

Hiking options in Scena On the Maiser Waalweg trail to Merano The starting point for this hike is the village center of Scena. From there, the route continues on the Katnauweg and the Leiterweg, the latter footpath leading past the Innerleiter hotel - just above Ofenbaur Restaurant - to the Maiser Waalweg trail. This mostly flat trail continues south to Planta Castle. Via the Schönblickstraße road, one can hike all the way to Merano s town center on the Vergilstraße and the Lazagsteig. Walking time: about 1 hour Scena/Schenna The Höfeweg hike in the Schennaberg area The Höfeweg trail above Scena connects several farmhouses. Along the trail, hikers get a firsthand impression of the cultural life and everyday work on these secluded mountain farms whilst enjoying splendid views of Merano and the surrounding mountains. A road (the Oberverdinserstraße) runs from Verdines/Verdins to the Gasthof Hasenegg inn, before leading past five farm houses (Vallplatz, Holzner, Zmailer, Rast and Salfgut) to San Giorgio/St. Georgen. Walking time: about 2 hours; altitude gain: 300 m The Spring Bench at the mausoleum of Schenna Castle The village of Scena/Schenna has created a bench for the Merano Spring event titled Spring Bench. It is a throwback to the benches with armrest bars once popular on horse-drawn carriages. The colors used for the bench are reminiscent of those of the blueish-grey Austro-Hungarian army uniforms that were worn with black boots. From Scena to Trauttmansdorff Castle This easy hike leads from Scena to the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle on Merano s eastern outskirts. The trail s first segment runs past Goyen Castle to Vernaun Castle, on the paths marked no. 3 and 3A. At Vernaun Castle, the trail branches off to the right, running along the Naifbach stream to Labers Castle. The main road then leads south past Rametz Castle, all the way to the lovely Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle (see pages 26-27). Walking time: about 1¼ hours The bench and some chairs will be positioned by the mausoleum of Schenna Castle, on the most exposed edge of the church hill, amidst a flowering sea of tulips and spring vegetation, inviting the visitor to sit down and contemplate the awakening of nature in spring. The location chosen for the bench also offers sweeping views of Merano and Environs. Another sight to behold is the colorfully planted bench created by the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle (see pages 26-27) on display in the village center of Scena. Both benches are part of the Artbank project started in 2011. The eight benches hitherto created by local artists can all be found in Scena. / 42 / / 43 /

From Scena to Tirolo The starting point for this hike is Scena s tourist office. From there, the Riffianerweg footpath (marked no. 1) leads north to the Maiser Waalweg trail. The valley s opposite side and the ascent to Tirolo are accessible via the Passersteg bridge. Walking time: about 1½ hours The Schenner Waalweg trail Above the school building and the Ifinger Hotel, this hiking route branches off to the right and crosses the Ifingerstraße road before continuing to the Taser Cable Car and the Gasthof Pichler inn. Road signs point the way towards the Schenner Waalweg trail, which runs south to the romantic Katzenleiter and to the Brunjaunhof inn. Offering splendid views of Merano, the trail runs above St. Georgen before descending to Scena. Walking time: about 2 hours» Info: Schenna Tourist Office, Piazza Erzherzog Johann 1/D, I-39017 Scena Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com Bike routes around Scena From Scena to the Passeiertal Valley Starting from the village center of Scena, the paved Riffianerweg trail runs down a slight slope to the Waalerhaus hut. The route continues thereafter on a narrow path and runs along the bank of the Passer River, past the golf course to San Martino/St. Martin. It then leads below the Sandwirt inn to the Passeiertal Valley s main village, San Leonardo/St. Leonhard. The return journey is made along the same itinerary. Altitude gain: 440 m; length: 31 km From Scena to Tall and Videgg This route s first segment leads from Verdins past the valley station of the Verdins-Tall Cable Car towards Untertall. After a kilometer, the bike path runs through a small tunnel, across the Masulbach stream. From there, a steep section follows - along lovely pastures - all the way to Oberkirn (1,425 m). The slightly steep way marked no. 40A leads directly to the Videgg farmhouse. The return journey can either be made along the same itinerary, or by cycling on to Prenn farmhouse and descending to the village of Saltaus from there. Altitude gain: 1,350 m; length: 25 km» Schenna Bike, Via Scena 31, 39017 Scena, Tel. +39 0473 945617 Mountain bikes with or without integrated electric motor and e-bikes can be rented at this store. / 44 / / 45 /

Hiking options in Tirolo The Falkner Promenade This lovely, one-kilometer long promenade runs below the village center of Tirolo to Tyrol Castle. Excellent sunlight and spectacular views of the Etschtal Valley account for the trail s popularity. The quiet footpath was created in 1972/73 by Hans Norman Falkner (1906-1988) and redesigned in 2016. In a Mediterranean-style setting of olive trees, cypresses and rosemary, walkers can since enjoy sweeping views of Merano and the Etschtal Valley. Walking time: about 15 minutes Tirolo/Dorf Tirol Walking from Merano to Tirolo Tirolo is accessible from Merano via the Tiroler Steig. The starting point for this route is behind St. Nikolaus cathedral (Piazza Duomo), where steps lead up to the Tappeinerweg Trail. The Tiroler Steig branches off at Saxifraga Café and runs all the way to the Segenbühelweg. Thereafter, the main road leads to the village center of Tirolo. Walking time: about 50 minutes The Panoramaweg trail This trail offers sweeping 360 views of the Passeiertal Valley, of Scena and the Etschtal Valley. Its starting point is Tirolo s tourist office; from there, the main road descends to the Gartner Hotel. There the route continues on the Segenbühelweg to the Friedenskapelle chapel, and thereafter on the Knappensteig to the Zenoburg volunteer fire department. On the right, the Zenobergstraße then leads to Küchelberg Haus. Below Küchelberg Haus, there is an access point to the Tappeinerweg Trail on the right. A (rather steep) slope winds to the Segenbühelweg from there, before meeting the main road to the village center of Tirolo. Walking time: about 90 minutes The eagle sculpture in Tirolo From early April to the end of 2017, the village center of Tirolo will feature a privet topiary eagle set in front of the tourist office. The depiction of a landing eagle has an impressive wingspan of 3.5 meters. The eagle has historically been a symbol of Tyrol: The Dukes of Tyrol residing at the eponymous castle used it for their land s coat of arms. An early depiction of the eagle is preserved in the chapel of Tyrol Castle. The village s coat of arms equally features a red eagle. In addition, the Bird Care Centre on the hill upon which Tyrol Castle is perched is a refuge for owls and other birds of prey (including eagles), which can be watched from a close range during daily flight demonstrations (see page 49). The Kulturweg trail The starting point for this trail is Tirolo s tourist office, with the route s first segment running to the Knappenloch tunnel via the Kirchplatz square and the Schlossweg trail. At the foot of the earth pillars (Erdpyramiden), a short and rather steep slope leads up to a kiosk. Tyrol Castle is located to the left; the route, however, continues to the right, past Leisterhof farmhouse and on a narrow footpath to a fork in the trail. The Jausenstation Weißgütl inn is accessible from there via the Schneeweisshof driveway. 300 meters past Obertzbauerhof farm, a small forest path leads to Ötzbauerhof farm, where the hike continues towards Thurnstein Castle. On the short ascent to the Schlossweg trail, the route leads past St. Peter to Tyrol Castle. The return hike follows the Schlossweg and the Falkner Promenade. Walking time: about 2 hours / 46 / / 47 /

The Weinweg trail The trail s first section leads from Tirolo s tourist office on the main road to the mini-golf facility and the narrow Keschtngasse alley. Road signs then point the way up to the Falkner Promenade and the Doss overlook. From there, the Schlossweg footpath runs to the village center; there, the main road leads back to the trail s starting point. Walking time: about 45 minutes Tourist attractions in Tirolo Tyrol Castle Tyrol Castle is the most historically significant castle in South Tyrol. Its owners, the Counts of Tyrol, reigned over the eponymous land for almost a millennium. The castle s origins stretch back into the late 12 th century. The Herrschaftsweg trail This magnificent hiking route offers sweeping views of the Etschtal Valley and runs above Tyrol Castle to the Farmerkreuz. From Tyrol Castle, the path marked no. 26 leads to Vellau (past the Schneeweisshof Jausenstation inn) and branches off to the right at the fork in the Herrschaftsweg trail. The next segment ascends through mixed woodland to an altitude of 850 meters, where sweeping views of Merano and the surrounding mountains are offered. After about a kilometer, the route continues to the left, on the path marked no 23A, leading over steps to Innerfarmerhof Café. Below the Culinaria im Farmerkreuz restaurant, the way no. 23B leads back to the starting point through mixed forest und orchards. Walking time: about 3 hours The castle houses artworks and objects of high historical and artistic value, such as marble portals dating from the Romanesque period, early-gothic wall paintings, an altar built in the Gothic style and Tyrol s oldest glass painting. Tyrol Castle now houses the South Tyrolean Museum of History. Its permanent exhibition offers an overview of South Tyrol s eventful history, from its beginnings to modern times.» Info: www.castel.tirolo.it The Bird Care Center The Bird Care Center is located on the hill upon which Tyrol Castle is perched. It offers a perfect environment for the care of injured birds of prey. The raptors are kept in special aviaries until they are healthy and ready to be released back into the wild again. Flight demonstrations are organized twice a day, at 11:15 a.m. and 3:15 p.m., giving visitors the chance to watch these fascinating predators in flight.» Info: www.gufyland.com» Info: Tirolo Tourist Office, Via Principale 31, I-39019 Tirolo Tel. +39 0473 923314, www.dorf-tirol.it / 48 / / 49 /

Hiking options in Naturno The 1000-Stufen-Schlucht (Gorge of 1,000 Steps) on the Merano High Mountain Trail The starting point for this hike is the mountain station of the Texelbahn Cable Car in Parcines/ Partschins. After leading up a few meters in altitude to the Gasthof Giggelberg inn, the route continues west on the Merano High Mountain Trail (path no. 24). In this segment, the trail runs at an average height of 1,500 meters. There is a significant altitude gain involved, however, when descending the two gorges after the Hochforch inn, i.e. the Brunnental and the Lahnbach-Tal with the 1000-Stufen-Schlucht. Naturno/Naturns Iron and wooden stairs, as well as steps hewn into the stone, lead down into the gorge. Ascending it requires a good physical condition. Beyond the Hofschank Pirchhof inn, the rest of the trail to the Linthof is flat. There are several inns en route. The path no. 10 leads to the mountain station of the Unterstell Cable Car in Naturns/Naturno. After a cable car ride to Kompatsch, the hike continues either on the main road or past the church and the Lindenhof Hotel on the St.-Zeno-Straße, and through the Feldgasse alley to the village center of Naturno. Walking time: about 3¾ hours; altitude gain: about 300 m; length: about 9 km The farmhouse hike (Höfewanderung) on the Naturnser Sonnenberg Starting on the Schlossweg path, the trail then branches off towards Schwalbennest and runs past a small cable car to the Höfl and Unterstell farmhouses. The latter farmhouse is also easily accessible with the Sonnenberg Cable Car. The route then continues on the paths no. 10A and no. 10 to Patleid, and further up to Lint. There the trail branches off to the right and connects with the Merano High Mountain Trail (path no. 24) to reach Innerforch, Galmein and Grub. The 3 Mountain bikers plant sculpture in Naturno As its name suggests, this artwork depicts three life-sized mountain bikers. It was expressly created for the Merano Spring event and installed in the roundabout at the eastern village entrance of Naturno/Naturns. Its subject matter refers to the many popular bike routes in the Naturno area, running across the valley floor or along the mountain passes above the village. The sculpture is meant to encourage drivers to explore the many cycling options Naturno offers. The farmhouses, which line this particular walk, are just a few of the fifty-six mountain farms located in the Naturno area. Most of them are working farms as well as inns. The farms owners offer hikers the opportunity to see how they live and work. Visitors are welcome to watch the women bake bread, to help with the haymaking or to learn how to mill flour. The final section of the Höfewanderung is rather challenging and descends on path no. 6 from the Grubhof farm down to Naturno. Walking time: about 4 hours; altitude gain: 1,481 m; length: about 12,9 km The three cyclists were created by the Tuscany-based topiary business F.lli Baldi. Three evergreen privet shrubs of the Ligustrum genus (Ligustrum ionandrum) were planted and, once they started to grow, their foliage was clipped and trimmed to develop the shape of the three cyclists. The topiary will be on display in the roundabout until early June; after the Merano Spring event s end the artwork will be installed in various green areas in Naturno. / 50 / / 51 /

The Stabener and Tscharser Waalweg trails The starting point for this hike is the Tschars bus stop. From there, the path no. 3 leads to the Tscharser Waalweg trail, with the route s first segment leading on the Waalweg to the Sonnenhof inn. The path no. 1A continues from there to Juval Castle, the summer residence of wellknown mountaineer Reinhold Messner. The castle is well worth a visit and houses an extensive collection of exhibits from Tibet, a gallery full of paintings of mountain scenes, a collection of masks from all over the world and many more items of interest. A paved road leads down from Juval Castle to the Schlosswirt farmhouse, which offers a cozy Stube (i.e. a traditional wood-paneled living room), a wooden-beamed attic with enormous paintings of the Yao gods and a further unique collection of art from Tibet. The farmhouse also has a cellar cut from the rock of the mountainside. After a short rest, the hike can be continued up towards the Tscharser Waalweg, which leads to the Sonnenhof farm. After a short descent, the path no. 1 connects with the Stabener Waalweg trail, leading to Falzrohr and, past the Himmelreich Guesthouse, back to Tschars. Walking time: about 5 hours; length: about 15.3 km The Rittersteig trail This trail s first segment leads on the Bahnhofstraße from the village center towards the sports ground and then up towards the Jesus Besinnungsweg, a meditation path. The path marked no. 1 thereafter follows the Rittersteig to reach Waldheim near Dornsberg Castle, and continues through the Hilbertal Valley to the Alpine-Well-Fit-Parcours in Plaus. This keep-fit route has five newly equipped relaxation areas and is the perfect place for a few open-air fitness exercises. The route then continues along the Gröbenweg to reach the center of Plaus where wellknown local artist Luis Stephan Stecher has created a series of eighteen colorful paintings on the walls of the village cemetery. The easy walk back to Naturno leads along the banks of the Etsch River. Walking time: about 2½ hours; altitude gain: 376 m; length: about 11 km Bike routes around Naturno The cycle tour Naturno-Merano From the village of Naturno, the Etsch Bike Route leads on the 2000-year-old Via Claudia Augusta to Merano. This Roman road runs north to south, past orchards and cultural attractions, offering cyclists a pleasant way to get to Merano. Until Tel, the bike path is mostly flat; afterwards it descends all the way to Merano via Lagundo and the Trauttmansdorff Throne (an observation deck overlooking the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle). The Bike Highline Meran/o The Bike Highline Meran/o connects the pastures on the Nörderberg mountain, allowing cyclists to cross it at an altitude of 1,450 to 1,900 m, from the west to the east and vice versa. One reaches the Bike Highline Meran/o through various uphills, or by using either the Aschbach Cable Car or the shuttle service. Starting from the Bike Highline Meran/o there are various trails descending into the valley. The section between the Tablanderalm and the Mauslochalm mountain pastures is the most technically challenging; all other routes are easily manageable.» Info: Naturno Tourist Office, Via Municipio 1, I-39025 Naturno Tel. +39 0473 666077, www.naturns.it / 52 / / 53 /

01.-14.04.2017 Alpine-Mediterranean Weeks Merano s gastronomy is just as varied as the town itself, offering Tyrolean fare as well as international haute cuisine and everything in between. During the Alpine-Mediterranean Weeks, traditional specialties are prepared in new ways while local ingredients are used to enhance Italian dishes. Bruschetta with Speck ham? Mediterranean-style Knödel dumplings? In Merano, creativity knows no limits.» Restaurants BISTRO 7 T 0473 210636 www.bistrosieben.it BISTRO LISZT T 0473 232017 www.bistroliszt.it BRUNNENPLATZ T 0473 236366 www.brunnenplatz.it EUROPA SPLENDID T 0473 232376 www.europa.bz FINO - HOTEL AURORA T 0473 211800 www.fino.bz FORSTERBRÄU T 0473 236535 www.forsterbrau.it THE GALLERY TAPAS BAR - CITY HOTEL T 0473 492550 www.tapas-gallery.it VILLA HEIDELBERG T 0473 211955 www.villaheidelberg.it YOSYAG T 0473 204765 www.yosyag.org» Restaurants-Pizzerias BISTRO HELLWEGER S T 0473 212581 www.hellwegers.it KIRCHER T 0473 445864 www.kircher-gratsch.net LA SMORFIA T 0473 090346 www.lasmorfiamerano.com MEDITERRANEO T 0473 055070 www.mediterraneo.bz RELAX VINOTHEK T 0473 236735 www.weine-relax.it Program of Events SAT - APR 1 st THE MERANO MARKET 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Info: see pages 34-35 SAT - APR 1 st SPRING FESTIVAL IN SCENA 7:00-11:00 p.m. With a live performance by the Band VOLXROCK at Piazza Raiffeisen. Info: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com TUE - APR 4 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNO/NATURNS Taking a deep breath at sunrise TUE - APR 4 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 2:30-4:30 p.m. Aromatic herbs by the wayside TUE - APR 4 th MERANO SPRING - MERANO S MUSIC SOCIETY 8:30 p.m. Concert by the Soloists of the Haydn Orchestra Held at the Pavillon des Fleurs, Corso Libertà 33. The 20 th century: the delights of chamber music. Works by Benjamin Britten, Ernö Dohnányi and Jean Françaix. Featuring Fabio Righetti, oboe and English horn, Ole Jacob Frederiksen, violin, Gabriele Marangoni, viola, Elisabetta Branca, violoncello. Free concert. Info: Associazione Musicale Meranese, Tel. +39 0473 448826, www.assmusicalemeranese.it WED - APR 5 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNO/NATURNS 8:00-9:30 a.m. Guided jogging tour with Rosita Pirhofer www.merano.eu / 54 / / 55 /

WED - APR 5 th VISIT TO HAY AND APPLE FARMS 1:40-5:00 p.m. With a tasting of local produce at the Wegerhof and Gröberhof farmhouses in Verdins/Scena. Advance registration required at least one day in advance. Participation fee: 12.00. Information, meeting point & registration: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com WED - APR 5 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 3:00-5:00 p.m. Getting to know wild herbs and learning how to prepare Knödel dumplings with them THUR - APR 6 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNS/NATURNO Easy springtime bike tour FRI - APR 7 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 8:00-9:00 a.m. Nature Fitness -Taking a run in the morning for a postive start to the day FRI - APR 7 th DANDELION TOUR 10:15 a.m. With a dandelion tasting at the Zmailer farmhouse. Participation fee: 15.00. Information, meeting point & registration: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com FRI - APR 7 th THE OPENING OF THE MERANO SPRING IN MERANO 11:30 a.m. American artist and illustrator Steven Guarnaccia will be present at the opening ceremony and read from his book Collecting Merano, accompanied by live music. Info: Merano Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 272000, www.merano.eu FRI - APR 7 th 11:30 a.m. THE OPENING OF THE MERANO SPRING IN SCENA AND TIROLO SAT - APR 8 th THE MERANO MARKET 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Info: see pages 34-35 SUN - APR 9 th FARMERS MARKET IN SCENA 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Held at Piazza Raiffeisen. Info: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com TUE - APR 11 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNO/NATURNS Taking a deep breath at sunrise TUE - APR 11 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 2:30-4:30 p.m. Aromatic herbs by the wayside WED - APR 12 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNO/NATURNS 8:00-9:30 a.m. Guided jogging tour with Rosita Pirhofer WED - APR 12 th GUIDED TOUR TO THE APPLE TREES AND APPLE TASTING 9:30 a.m.-12:00 noon Participation fee: 6.00. Information, meeting point & registration: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com WED - APR 12 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 3:00-5:00 p.m. Getting to know wild herbs and learning how to prepare Knödel dumplings with them THUR - APR 13 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNS/NATURNO Easy springtime bike tour FRI - APR 14 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 8:00-9:00 Nature Fitness -Taking a run in the morning for a postive start to the day FRI - APR 14 th DANDELION TOUR 10:15 a.m. With a dandelion tasting at the Zmailer farmhouse. Participation fee: 15.00. Information, meeting point & registration: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com / 56 / / 57 /

SAT - APR 15 th THE MERANO MARKET 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Info: see page 34-35 MON - APR 17 th TRADITIONAL HAFLINGER HORSE RACES AND PROCESSION 10:00 a.m. Traditionally held on Easter Monday, the Haflinger Horse Races kick off the racing season at Merano s Racecourse. At 10:00 a.m., there will be a colorful parade through the town center anticipating the afternoon s thrilling action on the track. Info: www.haflinger.eu & www.merano.eu MON - APR 17 th MERANO SPRING - MERANO S MUSIC SOCIETY 8:30 p.m. Concert Vivaldi meets Bach Held at the Lutheran church Christuskirche on Via Carducci 31. Works by Antonio Vivaldi, Johann Sebastian Bach and Girolamo Frescobaldi. Featuring: Rebeca Ferri, baroque cello; Stephan Kofler, organ. Entry: 10.00; 5.00 for teenagers under 19 years of age; free entry for children under 14 years. Info: Associazione Musicale Meranese, Tel. +39 0473 448826, www.assmusicalemeranese.it TUE - APR 18 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNO/NATURNS Taking a deep breath at sunrise TUE - APR 18 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 2:30-4:30 p.m. Aromatic herbs by the wayside WED - APR 19 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNO/NATURNS 8:00-9:30 a.m. Guided jogging tour with Rosita Pirhofer WED - APR 19 th VISIT TO HAY AND APPLE FARMS 1:40-5:00 p.m. With a tasting of local produce at the Wegerhof and Gröberhof farmhouses in Verdins/Scena. Advance registration required at least one day in advance. Participation fee: 12.00. Information, meeting point & registration: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com WED - APR 19 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 3:00-5:00 p.m. Getting to know wild herbs and learning how to prepare Knödel dumplings with them THUR - APR 20 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNS/NATURNO Easy springtime bike tour FRI - APR 21 st SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 8:00-9:00 a.m. Nature Fitness -Taking a run in the morning for a postive start to the day FRI - APR 21 st DANDELION TOUR 10:15 a.m. With a dandelion tasting at the Zmailer farmhouse. Participation fee: 15.00. Information, meeting point & registration: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com FRI - APR 21 st SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 2:30-5:30 p.m. Caffè danzante Held at Piazza Raiffeisen. This afternoon is all about music and movement: Both professionals and amateurs will show off their dancing skills on an open-air stage; moreover, they will offer dancing lessons and entertain the spectators. Excellent coffee, tasty cakes and other pastries will provide culinary delights. Information: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com SAT - APR 22 nd THE MERANO MARKET 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Info: see page 34-35 TUE - APR 25 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNO/NATURNS Taking a deep breath at sunrise TUE - APR 25 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN TIROLO/DORF TIROL 9:00-10:30 a.m. Learn proper running in a smooth and effortless way / 58 / / 59 /

VEGGIE WEEKS TUE - APR 25 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 2:30-4:30 p.m. Aromatic herbs by the wayside WED - APR 26 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNO/NATURNS 8:00-9:30 a.m. Guided jogging tour with Rosita Pirhofer WED - APR 26 th GUIDED TOUR TO THE APPLE TREES AND APPLE TASTING 9:30 a.m.-12:00 noon Participation fee: 6.00. Information, meeting point & registration: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com WED - APR 26 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 3:00-5:00 p.m. Getting to know wild herbs and learning how to prepare Knödel dumplings with them May 1 st to 14 th, 2017 Not just food but part of a bona fide lifestyle: vegetarian fare takes center stage during the Merano in Yoga event dedicated Yoga for Peace. Out of vegetables, fruit and grain, light and tasteful dishes are prepared with a South Tyrolean twist. RESTAURANTS BISTRO 7 0473 210636 www.bistrosieben.it BISTRO LA PIAZZA 0473 259461 www.hotelthermemeran.it BISTRO LISZT 0473 232017 www.bistroliszt.it BISTRO THERME MERAN 0473 252000 www.thermemeran.it BRUNNENPLATZ 0473 236366 www.brunnenplatz.it EUROPA SPLENDID 0473 232376 www.europa-splendid.com FINO - HOTEL AURORA 0473 211800 www.fino.bz SIGMUND 0473 237749 www.restaurantsigmund.it THE GALLERY TAPAS BAR - CITY HOTEL 0473 492550 www.tapas-gallery.it VILLA HEIDELBERG 0473 211955 www.villaheidelberg.it YOSYAG 0473 204765 www.yosyag.org RESTAURANTS-PIZZERIAS BISTRO HELLWEGER S 0473 212581 www.hellwegers.it GIARDINO MERANO 0473 270406 www.ristorantegiardinomerano.it LA SMORFIA 0473 090346 www.lasmorfiamerano.com MEDITERRANEO 0473 055070 www.mediterraneo.bz RELAX VINOTHEK 0473 236735 www.weine-relax.it THUR - APR 27 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNS/NATURNO Easy springtime bike tour FRI - APR 28 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 8:00-9:00 a.m. Nature Fitness -Taking a run in the morning for a postive start to the day FRI - APR 28 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN TIROLO/DORF TIROL 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon There s a herbal remedy for every ailment (guided herb-collecting walk) FRI - APR 28 th DANDELION TOUR 10:15 a.m. With a dandelion tasting at the Zmailer farmhouse. Participation fee: 15.00. Information, meeting point & registration: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com SAT - APR 29 th THE ÖTZI ALPINE MARATHON 8:45 a.m. The participating athletes face an altitude gain of 3,266 meters on a grueling route of 42.2 kilometers, which combines cycling with running and skiing. One of the most extreme sports competitions held in the Alps. No advance registration required. Info & meeting point: Naturns Tourist Office, Via Municipio 1, Tel. +39 0473 666077, www.naturns.it SAT - APR 29 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN TIROLO/DORF TIROL 9:00-11:00 a.m. Understand water thoroughly and (a Kneipp Cure walk) www.merano.eu / 60 / / 61 /

SAT - APR 29 th THE MERANO MARKET 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Info: see page 34-35 SAT - APR 29 th GUIDED WALK GETTING TO KNOW THE PASSER RIVER 6:00 p.m. A walk with Anna Pixner Pertoll, author of the book Merans grüner Salon, leading from the Passer Terraces to the Lazag recreational area via the Summer Promenade, the Gilf Gorge and the new trail connecting the Gilf Promenade and the Lazag area. Participation fee: 10. Maximum number of participants: 25. Walking time: about 2 hours. The walk takes place in any weather. Advance registration by 5:00 p.m. on the day before the walk required. Info & meeting point: Merano Tourist Office, Corso Libertà 45, Tel. +39 0473 272000, www.merano.eu SUN - APR 30 th 24 th MERAN-ALGUND HALF MARATHON & PUBLIC RUN4FUN 9:30 a.m. The 24 th Meran-Algund Half Marathon is an international sporting challenge held over a distance of 21.5 km through glorious orchard blossoms between Merano and Lagundo. It starts on Corso Libertà in Merano and finishes in Merano at Piazza Terme. Alongside the half-marathon will be the sixth Merano run4fun. This is a non-competitive event for amateur runners, power walkers and Nordic walkers. Men, women and runners over the age of 12 are all welcome to take part. Morning pint with a live performance by the Amberg Duo from 10:00 a.m. Info & registration: www.marathon-meran.com MON -MAY 1 st MERANO SPRING - MERANO S MUSIC SOCIETY 6:00 p.m. Concert Master organists Held at the St. Nikolaus church, Piazza Duomo. Works by Johann Sebastian Bach, Felix Mendelssohn, Oliver Messiaen, Moritz Borsig and Josef Bohuslav Foerster. Featuring German master organist Stefan Baier. Free concert. Info: Associazione Musicale Meranese, Tel. +39 0473 448826, www.assmusicalemeranese.it TUE -MAY 2 nd SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNO/NATURNS Taking a deep breath at sunrise TUE -MAY 2 nd SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN TIROLO/DORF TIROL 9:00-10:30 a.m. Learn proper running in a smooth and effortless way TUE -MAY 2 nd SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 2:30-4:30 p.m. Aromatic herbs by the wayside WED -MAY 3 rd SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNO/NATURNS 8:00-9:30 a.m. Guided jogging tour with Rosita Pirhofer WED - MAY 3 rd VISIT TO HAY AND APPLE FARMS 1:40-5:00 p.m. With a tasting of local produce at the Wegerhof and Gröberhof farmhouses in Verdins/Scena. Advance registration required at least one day in advance. Participation fee: 12.00. Information, meeting point & registration: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com WED -MAY 3 rd SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 3:00-5:00 p.m. Getting to know wild herbs and learning how to prepare Knödel dumplings with them THUR -MAY 4 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNS/NATURNO Easy springtime bike tour FRI -MAY 5 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 8:00-9:00 a.m. Nature Fitness -Taking a run in the morning for a postive start to the day FRI -MAY 5 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN TIROLO/DORF TIROL 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon There s a herbal remedy for every ailment (guided herb-collecting walk) MAY 6 th +7 th SAT+SUN 7 th MERANO IN YOGA EVENT - YOGA FOR PEACE Respected international yoga teachers will again be holding seminars, gatherings and courses at the Kurhaus. The festival program includes free lessons, conferences, concerts and exhibitions. A festival for experts and beginners alike. Info: www.merano.eu and www.yogameeting.org / 62 / / 63 /

SAT -MAY 6 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN TIROLO/DORF TIROL 9:00-11:00 a.m. Understand water thoroughly and (a Kneipp Cure walk) SAT -MAY 6 th THE MERANO MARKET 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Info: see page 34-35 SUN - MAY 7 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Herbs & Weeds market This event will turn Piazza Raiffeisen into a paradise of scents. Herbalists and experts will sell tea, spices, seeds and rare or uncommon plants, highlighting their usage and offering delicious specialties. On a themed guided tour, a wide variety of treats can be found. Information: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com TUE - MAY 9 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNO/NATURNS Taking a deep breath at sunrise TUE - MAY 9 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN TIROLO/DORF TIROL 9:00-10:30 a.m. Learn proper running in a smooth and effortless way TUE - MAY 9 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 2:30-4:30 p.m. Aromatic herbs by the wayside WED - MAY 10 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNO/NATURNS 8:00-9:30 a.m. Guided jogging tour with Rosita Pirhofer WED - MAY 10 th GUIDED TOUR TO THE APPLE TREES AND APPLE TASTING 9:30 a.m.-12:00 noon Participation fee: 6.00. Information, meeting point & registration: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com WED - MAY 10 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 3:00-5:00 p.m. Getting to know wild herbs and learning how to prepare Knödel dumplings with them THUR - MAY 11 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 2:00-6:00 p.m. BALANCE REBENFESTL vine festival Held at Piazza Raiffeisen. Information: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com THUR - MAY 11 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNS/NATURNO Easy springtime bike tour FRI - MAY 12 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 8:00-9:00 a.m. Nature Fitness -Taking a run in the morning for a postive start to the day FRI - MAY 12 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN TIROLO/DORF TIROL 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon There s a herbal remedy for every ailment (guided herb-collecting walk) SAT - MAY 13 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN TIROLO/DORF TIROL 9:00-11:00 a.m. Understand water thoroughly and (a Kneipp Cure walk) SAT - MAY 13 th THE MERANO MARKET 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Info: see page 34-35 SAT - MAY 13 th A GARDEN S NATURAL CYCLE 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. The day s program comprises consultations and talks both on natural gardens and nature in gardens. Meeting point: the Wandelhalle arcade on the Winter Promenade. Participation free of charge. Info: The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, Via San Valentino 51A, www.trauttmansdorff.it, or Merano s Town Gardeners, Tel. +39 0473 236135. / 64 / / 65 /

SAT - MAY 13 th MATINÉE AND OFFICIAL PRESENTATION OF THE BOOK 11:00 a.m. MERANS GRÜNER SALON With Anna Pixner Pertoll (author), Romano Guani (collector of historical postcards) and Damian Pertoll (photographer) at the Wandelhalle arcade on the Winter Promenade. A book about Merano s main parks, promenades and walks, containing more than 400 photographs. The event will be enhanced by live music. Free entry. Info: Merano Tourist Office, Corso Libertà 45, Tel. +39 0473 272000, www.merano.eu TUE - MAY 16 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNO/NATURNS Taking a deep breath at sunrise TUE - MAY 16 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN TIROLO/DORF TIROL 9:00-10:30 a.m. Learn proper running in a smooth and effortless way TUE - MAY 16 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN MERANO/MERAN 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Trying the Kneipp Cure form of hydrotherapy in the heart of town TUE - MAY 16 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 2:30-4:30 p.m. Aromatic herbs by the wayside TUE - MAY 16 th AN UNCONVENTIONAL FESTIVAL WITH A GUIDED WALK 6:00 p.m. THROUGH MAISER PARK The art historian Anna Pixner Pertoll will tell the participants about the history of the former Kaiser-Franz-Joseph-Park and the diversity of architectural styles found in it, while forester Lidia Martellato will focus on the park s rich vegetation. A jodel session in the park will round out the event. Meeting point: Maiser Park, on the corner of Via Winkel and Via Schaffer. Info: Merano Tourist Office, Corso Libertà 45, Tel. +39 0473 272000, www.merano.eu TUE - MAY 16 th MERANO SPRING - MERANO S MUSIC SOCIETY 8:30 p.m. Concert by the Trio Broz Held at Merano s Lutheran church Christuskirche on Via Carducci 31. Ludwig van Beethoven s works for string trio - Part 1. Featuring: Barbara Broz, violin; Giada Broz, viola; Klaus Broz, violoncello. Free concert. Info: Merano s Music Society, Tel. +39 0473 448826, www.assmusicalemeranese.it WED - MAY 17 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNO/NATURNS 8:00-9:30 a.m. Guided jogging tour with Rosita Pirhofer WED - MAY 17 th A MORNING AT MERANO S ROSE GARDEN 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. A historical and botanical tour through Marconi Park with art historian Anna Pixner Pertoll, with the head of Merano s Town Gardeners Anni Schwarz and the rose expert Andreas Spöttl. Meeting point: Merano Tourist Office, Corso Libertà 45. Participation fee: 10. Maximum number of participants: 25. The walk takes place in any weather. Advance registration by 5:00 p.m. on the day before the walk required. Info & meeting point: Merano Tourist Office, Corso Libertà 45, Tel. +39 0473 272000, www.merano.eu WED - MAY 17 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN MERANO/MERAN 11:00-11:30 a.m. Take a deep breath! The thermal water inhalations offered by Merano s Thermal Baths Participation free of charge. Info & registration: Terme Merano, Tel. +39 0473 252000, www.thermemeran.it/en WED - MAY 17 th VISIT TO HAY AND APPLE FARMS 1:40-5:00 p.m. With a tasting of local produce at the Wegerhof and Gröberhof farmhouses in Verdins/Scena. Advance registration required at least one day in advance. Participation fee: 12.00. Information, meeting point & registration: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com WED - MAY 17 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 3:00-5:00 p.m. Getting to know wild herbs and learning how to prepare Knödel dumplings with them THUR - MAY 18 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNS/NATURNO Easy springtime bike tour THUR - MAY 18 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN MERANO/MERAN 10:30 a.m.-12:30 noon Scents, colors and aromas: Invigorating delights for the senses in Merano s town center / 66 / / 67 /

FRI - MAY 19 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN SCENA/SCHENNA 8:00-9:00 a.m. Nature Fitness -Taking a run in the morning for a postive start to the day FRI - MAY 19 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN TIROLO/DORF TIROL 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon There s a herbal remedy for every ailment (guided herb-collecting walk) FRI - MAY 19 th COME ON IN! A BLOOMING WORLD OF WONDERS IN THREE 9:30 a.m.-12:00 noon PRIVATELY OWNED GARDENS IN SCENA A visit of three privately owned gardens (of a rose-, a flower-, and an aromatic herb garden), combined with a lovely stroll through Scena in the company of landscape gardener Andrea Göring. Participation fee: 6.00. Walking time: about 45 minutes. Meeting point is the Gärtnerei Schenna gardening business. Info & registration: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com FRI - MAY 19 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN MERANO/MERAN 2:30-4:30 p.m. Sensual delights in the spring garden SAT - MAY 20 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN TIROLO/DORF TIROL 9:00-11:00 a.m. Understand water thoroughly and (a Kneipp Cure walk) SAT - MAY 20 th THE MERANO MARKET 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Info: see page 34-35 SUN - MAY 21 st FLAT RACING AT THE MERANO RACECOURSE (VIA PALADE) Entry: 5.00, 3.00 with discount. Information: Merano Galoppo, Tel. +39 446222, www.meranogaloppo.it SUN - MAY 21 st SPRING AT THE GARDENS - A DAY FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. This special springtime event at the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle offers a wide array of options: see, hear, smell and comprehend. Visitors of all ages are encouraged to participate in this amazing experience of plants. Participation free of charge. Advance registration not required. Info: The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, Via San Valentino 51A, www.trauttmansdorff.it MON - MAY 22 nd MERANO SPRING - MERANO S MUSIC SOCIETY 8:30 p.m. Concert: The Fifth Evangelist: J. S. Bach Held at Merano s Lutheran church Christuskirche on Via Carducci 31. Cantatas by Johann Sebastian Bach. Featuring: Stefanie Steger, soprano; Mauro Borgioni, bass; the choir of classes 1C and 4C of the Gymme school, Ensemble Meranbaroque; Stephan Kofler, organ. Entry: 15.00; 10.00 for teenagers under 19 years of age; free entry for children under 14 years. Info: Associazione Musicale Meranese Tel. +39 0473 448826, www.assmusicalemeranese.it TUE - MAY 23 rd SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNO/NATURNS Taking a deep breath at sunrise TUE - MAY 23 rd SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN TIROLO/DORF TIROL 9:00-10:30 a.m. Learn proper running in a smooth and effortless way TUE - MAY 23 rd SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN MERANO/MERAN 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Trying the Kneipp Cure form of hydrotherapy in the heart of town WED - MAY 24 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNO/NATURNS 8:00-9:30 a.m. Guided jogging tour with Rosita Pirhofer WED - MAY 24 th GUIDED TOUR TO THE APPLE TREES AND APPLE TASTING 9:30 a.m.-12:00 noon Participation fee: 6.00. Information, meeting point & registration: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com / 68 / / 69 /

MAY 25 th -28 th THUR - MAY 25 th SHIMANO E-MOUNTAINBIKE EXPERIENCE This brand-new event made up of four stages takes participants from Naturno/Naturns via Sarentino/Sarnthein, Bressanone/Brixen and Brunico/Bruneck to Sesto/Sexten. The riders can try out a different e-bike each day as they discover the most beautiful trails in South Tyrol. Info & registration: www.emountainbike-experience.org SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNS/NATURNO Easy springtime bike tour THUR - MAY 25 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN MERANO/MERAN 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Scents, colors and aromas: Invigorating delights for the senses in Merano s town center FRI - MAY 26 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN TIROLO/DORF TIROL 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon There s a herbal remedy for every ailment (guided herb-collecting walk) FRI - MAY 26 th COME ON IN! A BLOOMING WORLD OF WONDERS IN THREE 9:30 a.m.-12:00 noon PRIVATELY OWNED GARDENS IN SCENA A visit of three privately owned gardens (of a rose-, a flower-, and an aromatic herb garden), combined with a lovely stroll through Scena in the company of landscape gardener Andrea Göring. Participation fee: 6.00. Walking time: about 45 minutes. Meeting point is the Gärtnerei Schenna garden business. Info & registration: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com FRI - MAY 26 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN MERANO/MERAN 2:30-4:30 p.m. Sensual delights in the spring garden FRI - MAY 26 th FOLLOWING IN FRANZ TAPPEINER S TRACKS 6:00 p.m. A guided tour leading from the former Trinkhalle on Via Galilei to the Schlehdorfsteig trail with historian Renate Abram and art historian Anna Pixner Pertoll. Meeting point on Via Galilei, by the Sissi Restaurant. Participation fee: 10. Maximum number of participants: 25. The walk takes place in any weather. Advance registration by 5:00 p.m. on the day before the walk required. Info & meeting point: Urania Meran, Tel. +39 0473 230219, info@urania-meran.it FRI - MAY 26 th TASTY SCHENNA - 100% LOCAL FARM DELIGHTs 8:00-11:00 p.m. Held in the village center of Scena, with live music and nightly shopping. Information: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com SAT - MAY 27 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN TIROLO/DORF TIROL 9:00-11:00 a.m. Understand water thoroughly and (a Kneipp Cure walk) SAT - MAY 27 th THE MERANO MARKET 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Info: see page 34-35 SUN - MAY 28 th FLAT RACING AT THE MERANO RACECOURSE (VIA PALADE) Entry: 5.00, 3.00 with discount. Information: Merano Galoppo, Tel. +39 446222, www.meranogaloppo.it MON - MAY 29 th MERANO SPRING - MERANO S MUSIC SOCIETY 8:30 p.m. Concert Face to Face Held at Merano s Puccini Theater. Face to Face, featuring: Fabrizio Bosso, trumpet and flugelhorn; Luciano Biondini, accordion. Entry: 15.00; 10.00 for teenagers under 19 years of age; free entry for children under 14 years. Info: Associazione Musicale Meranese Tel. +39 0473 448826, www.assmusicalemeranese.it. The evening box office opens at 7:00 p.m. Seats are not numbered. TUE - MAY 30 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN TIROLO/DORF TIROL 9:00-10:30 a.m. Learn proper running in a smooth and effortless way / 70 / / 71 /

TUE - MAY 30 th SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN MERANO/MERAN 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Trying the Kneipp Cure form of hydrotherapy in the heart of town WED - MAY 31 st SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN NATURNO/NATURNS 8:00-9:30 a.m. Guided jogging tour with Rosita Pirhofer WED - MAY 31 st SUMMER EVENING WITH LIVE MUSIC IN SCHENNA 8:00-11:00 p.m. With a live performance by the band Merrick and nightly shopping opportunities. Information: Schenna Tourist Office, Tel. +39 0473 945669, www.schenna.com THUR - JUNE 1 st SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN MERANO/MERAN 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Scents, colors and aromas: Invigorating delights for the senses in Merano s town center THUR - JUNE 1 st GARDEN TOURS FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES AT THE GARDENS 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. OF TRAUTTMANSDORFF CASTLE Children experience nature at their own pace and see things from a wholly unique point of view. Our specially trained team of garden guides will present botanical rarities in a family friendly way. Participation fee: 6.00 (in addition to the admission fee; free participation for children under the age of 14). Meeting point: visitor center (ticket office). Registration required at least one day in advance: Tel. +39 0473 255610. The guided tour takes place in any weather. Info: The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, Via San Valentino 51A, www.trauttmansdorff.it FRI - JUNE 2 nd SÜDTIROL BALANCE IN MERANO/MERAN 2:30-4:30 p.m. Sensual delights in the spring garden FRI - JUNE 2 nd FRIDAY EVENING TOURS OF TRAUTTMANSDORFF CASTLE 6:30-8:00 p.m. The garden guides base the tour on the season, highlighting intensely aromatic plants and dazzling blooms. Participation fee: 6.00 (in addition to the admission fee). From 6:00 p.m. 7.50 (Summer Nights Ticket). Meeting point: visitor center (ticket office). No advance registration required. The guided tour takes place in any weather. Info: The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, Via San Valentino 51A, www.trauttmansdorff.it The ideal spot for a sustainable shopping experience that is local by nature or a voyage of discovery in search of South Tyrolean flavors and traditional expertise.» From 25.03. - October 2017 h 9.00-13.00 Until May on the Passer Promenade (section leading up to Ponte della Posta), after May on the upper Corso Libertà. www.merano.eu SAT - JUNE 3 rd THE MERANO MARKET 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Info: see page 34-35 / 72 / / 73 /

IM MERANER LAND YOGA MEETING 7 th Merano 6 7 Mai 2017» Workgroup» The Merano Tourist Office thanks the following for their support: South Tyrolean Department of Agriculture and Tourism Merano city gardeners and Bauhof City Marketing Yoga for Piece YOGA & HOLISTIC EUROPEAN MEETING Gemeinde Schenna Comune di Scena A MERANO E DINTORNI Once again, the Merano in Yoga event has a thematic focus shared by the participating teachers, i.e. YOGA FOR PEACE. This slogan is to be interpreted in all sections of the event s program. Seminars Gatherings Holistic disciplines Green Yoga Yoga for kids Open classes Yoga and holistic centers Vegetarian and vegan cuisine Exhibitors area Organized in collaboration with: www.yogameeting.org Associazione Artè grafic. beninimark@yahoo.it text. Dr. Jonas Benedikter fotos. Cover: Alex Filz, MGM/Frieder Blickle, Trauttmansdorff.it, Fotopress Arigossi, Sandy Kirchlechner, TV Naturns, TV Schenna, TV Dorf Tirol print. Lanarepro

info: Kurverwaltung Meran Azienda di Cura, Soggiorno e Turismo Merano Tourist Office I-39012 MERANO (BZ) Tel. +39 0473 272000 www.merano.eu - info@merano.eu