Merano is a famous, elegant South Tyrolean health resort with a historic town centre, 324 metres above sea-level, in a beautiful setting where three valleys, the Vinschgau, the Etsch and the Passier, come together.

The unusual geographical location - the town is sheltered to the north and east by high mountain ranges - is the reason for its mild Mediterranean climate. This enables a wide variety of colourful, Mediterranean and sub-tropical plants to thrive in the extensive parks and promenades of Merano, and its new Botanical gardens. You can admire wisteria, palms, cypresses, oleanders, cacti, and many other exotic plants. There are lovely, landscaped, shady walks, totalling over 40 kilometres, in and around Merano. The most famous of these is the Tappeiner Walk, offering tremendous Alpine views, named after the doctor who planned it and donated it to the town in 1892.

Meran’s town centre is a veritable paradise for everyone who loves shopping. There are exclusive boutiques, trendy jeans outlets, branches of the most famous fashion chains, gourmet shops, bookshops and jewellers. There is nothing you will not find here. Just come and see!