Days trips in South Tyrol and environs
South Tyrol has plenty of sights to see, from museums, castles and historic art monuments to breath-taking natural landscapes, mountain valleys and much more. There is something for everybody here. Guaranteed!
From Naturns you will reach Venice in just 3 hours (249 km). Ideal for a day trip. Don’t miss this opportunity! You can be sure it’s worthwhile!
At the lake you can hire rowing, sailing and pedal boats. Sailing schools and numerous regattas take place at various times in the course of the year. You can even practice windsurfing. Conditions are ideal for sailing, as, from May to September at 1 pm CET sharp, the ora, a fresh southerly wind, comes up the Etsch Valley from Lake Garda.
It’s an unforgettable experience, walking along the bottom of the river bed as 20 metre high walls of porphyry tower up above you to the right and left. A stroll through this almost ghostly canyon is not just something for geologists, but is also a great natural history experience for every nature lover.
Tour of the Dolomites
...through the \"Kingdom of the Pale Mountains\", shrouded in legend. A tour of the Dolomites should be on the programme of every holiday spent in South Tyrol. Enjoy wonderful views and let yourself be enchanted by the unique mountain landscape of the Dolomites. The tour takes you through the romantic Eggental, the Karer pass, which lies at the foot of King Laurin’s Rose Garden. Then the tour continues through the valley Fassatal towards Canazei as far as Lake Fedaia at the foot of the Marmolada. The natural spectacle you will see afterwards on the Sellajoch is breathtaking: on your right the mighty Sellastock and on your left the Langkofel. We may stop for coffee in St. Ulrich (Grödental). The return journey takes you through the Eisack valley via Bolzano to Merano. Why not hire our Dolce Vita convertible and enjoy the beautiful views!How about a detour by way of Venice?
Enjoy the ultimate in romance! Venice, a dream on the water, was built on a total of 118 islands. The town is criss-crossed by over 400 bridges and countless canals. Palaces, churches and splendid buildings still testify today to the former wealth of this trading city. The Grand Canal with its palaces and bridges (Rialto) on either side are justifiably called the most beautiful “street” in the world...From Naturns you will reach Venice in just 3 hours (249 km). Ideal for a day trip. Don’t miss this opportunity! You can be sure it’s worthwhile!
Day trip to nearby Lake Garda
How about a tour to Lake Garda in the Dolce Vita convertible? For a low hire charge you can rent our Dolce Vita convertible...and off you go! Lake Garda is just 2 hours by car (150 km) from Naturns. So, what are you waiting for?Verona
The city of Verona dates back to prehistoric times. The very first settlements probably grew up in the region of what is today the Ponte Pietra, the ford over the river Etsch (Adige) on the salt and amber trading route which linked the Adriatic with Germany. The city was probably founded by the Venets (among them were Rhaetians, Venets from the area of Padua, and Gauls). In Roman times the city grew in importance. In the year 49 B. C. the city was given Roman citizenship rights. In 312 Pompeianus, general of Maxentius, was beaten by Constantine near Verona. After Verona became Christian in the Fourth century, the city became the capital of the Ostrogoth king Theoderich in the Fifth century, and then the seat of the Lombard counts as well as the Italian king Pepin under the Carolingian empire. In the Eleventh century Verona was annexed to the Bavaria margravate and became a free city in 1136. Worth a visit: Casa di Giulietta, Giardino Giusti, Julia’s grave and the fresco museum, Amphitheatre arena.Opera performances in the open air theatre in Verona
The Verona arena is amongst the best-known amphitheatres in the world. From the middle of June to the end of August performances of operas such as Aida, Nabucco, Carmen and many others take place every week. Verona is only a two-hour drive (180 km/120 miles) from Naturns. Following a tour of the town (the Romeo and Juliet balcony etc.) you can let yourself be enchanted by the opera. Sample an unforgettable, romantic experience in the open air. It really is worth it!A town with a world-wide reputation: The spa town of Meran
In the past this idyllic little town was already a much-loved place of settlement for many celebrated scientists and doctors. These scientists and doctors appreciated the mild, Mediterranean climate and the pure, healing air of this north Italian spa town in particular. Not only in South Tyrol, but also far beyond its borders, Meran became a synonym for a mild climate and fresh air. The spa town generated a lot of attention and interest, which allowed it to become a well-known town the world over. For several hundred years Meran was regarded as the seat of the princely counts of Tyrol. Many of the buildings such as castles, country residences and chateaus originate from the time of counts, which was renowned for its splendour and pageantry. These buildings represent an enormous enrichment of the cultural landscape of Meran. Believe it or not, South Tyrol has the highest density of castles in all of Europe, and most of these are found in the Meran area. There are also many monuments, small churches and chapels with valuable frescos and carved altars from the gothic period, museums and unique collections to admire in Meran representing the area’s culture heritage. A trip to Meran is definitely worth the time! And, in addition to all of this, you can shop there to your heart\'s content. Meran is around 15 minutes from Naturns by car.Lake Kaltern
Lake Kaltern lies nestled in the typically South Tyrolean vineyards to the south of Kaltern on the border with Tramin. This warmest of the alpine lakes has developed into a much-loved tourist destination.At the lake you can hire rowing, sailing and pedal boats. Sailing schools and numerous regattas take place at various times in the course of the year. You can even practice windsurfing. Conditions are ideal for sailing, as, from May to September at 1 pm CET sharp, the ora, a fresh southerly wind, comes up the Etsch Valley from Lake Garda.
The Bletterbach
The Bletterbach – a canyon, not as well known as its “Big Brother” in America but definitely just as worth seeing. In this geologically fascinating gorge you can experience the development and creation of the Dolomites “live” – prettier than in any schoolbook. This is because when the Aldein region still stood on the coast, or even a bit under the sea (about 200 million years ago), corals, mussels and Bellerophon snails grew on our main attraction, on the Bletterbach canyon.It’s an unforgettable experience, walking along the bottom of the river bed as 20 metre high walls of porphyry tower up above you to the right and left. A stroll through this almost ghostly canyon is not just something for geologists, but is also a great natural history experience for every nature lover.
