The gardens of Trauttmansdorff castle.
The blossoming gardens of Trauttmansdorff castle stretch out on the sunny slope above Meran/Merano. The enchanted castle is enthroned in the middle of the gardens. In about 1850 the count of Trauttmansdorff had these mediaeval ruins rebuilt; empress Sissi stayed there twice for winter treatment. The Touriseum, the museum for tourism, can now be found in the castle. It tells the story of 200 years of adventures in South Tyrolean tourism history.
More than 100,000 plants, including 3,000 different varieties, were previously planted in the four garden areas: the sungarden, the water- and terrace garden, the forest garden and the South Tyrolean landscapes. A botanical trip around the world in 11 stages with the following attractions: A grotto with multimedia show on the origins of the plants, geological mosaic as a walk-in stone world of Tyrol, an orchid house, a Japanese garden, 11 pavilions designed by artists.
More than 100,000 plants, including 3,000 different varieties, were previously planted in the four garden areas: the sungarden, the water- and terrace garden, the forest garden and the South Tyrolean landscapes. A botanical trip around the world in 11 stages with the following attractions: A grotto with multimedia show on the origins of the plants, geological mosaic as a walk-in stone world of Tyrol, an orchid house, a Japanese garden, 11 pavilions designed by artists.
The most beautiful garden in Italy, 2005
Amongst 64 contestants, the gardens of Schloss Trauttmansdorff (Trauttmansdorff Castle) attained the distinction of \"The most beautiful garden in Italy, 2005\". The five-member jury of experts were enthused above all with the \"spirit of innovation, the impressive design and the perfect synthesis of nature and art\".Sissi-Route
On the search for traces between the gardens of Schloss Trauttmansdorff and the heart of the spa town Merano. Sissi, the popular Empress Elizabeth of Austria, loved long drawn-out strolls in and around Merano. This route leads past quiet corners, lordly villas, enchanted residences and old park facilities from the gardens of Schloss Trauttmansdorff into the town centre of Merano. Naturally, the Sissi-Route can also be walked in the opposite direction. Signs indicating the \"Sissi-Weg\" make orientation easy. The route can also be managed with ease with prams and wheelchairs.
