http://www.meranerland.com RSS-Feed regarding the villages in the holiday region Merano and environs. en-EN http://www.meranerland.com Meraner Land 2009 http://www.meranerland.com/img/en/logo.gif http://www.meranerland.com In Lana and the surrounding area you can experience nature in all its varieties: Lana itself is located in an idyllic spot, surrounded by vineyards and apple trees. At the same time, it offers an extensive variety of holiday activities. Cermes, which is located close-by, is equally colourful. In each season, nature displays a different hue. http://www.meranerland.com/en/merano-and-environs/lana-and-surroundings/ www.meranerland.com-90 The Val Passiria, which forms a branch of the Merano basin, has everything that lovers of activity holidays and families who like hiking could possibly want: 5 km near the city of Merano are well situated between orchards and vineyards the two holiday places Rifiano and Caines. Hospitality and south tyrolian tradition will welcome you in Rifiano and Caines. Taking San Martino and San Leonardo as your starting point, you can take extensive hikes in the mountains. Ambitious hikers start at the Hirzer-cableway, and there is also the wild and romantic waterfall in Kalm - so there is something for everyone. One can enjoy the pleasures of nature in the Alta Passiria, where the Ötztal Alps, the Stubai Alps and the Sarntal Alps rise above idyllic little villages: In Moso, Stulles, Plata and Plan you can enjoy the ideal mixture of activity and relaxation no matter what the season. In summer, you can go hiking, in winter, skiing, or use your snowboard in the skiing area of Plan. http://www.meranerland.com/en/merano-and-environs/val-passiria/ www.meranerland.com-139 The village of Avelengo, located beautifully on the plateau of the Tschoeggelberg, should be well-known to everyone with a love of horses, being the home of the popular Haflinger breed. However, it is also attractive as a holiday resort, especially for families. In summer, you can enjoy hiking and horse-riding - both of which make for guaranteed relaxation. In winter, you can make use of the short and easy drives to the skiing area of Merano 2000. Throughout the year, various local restaurants, pubs and Inns provide a perfect setting to enjoy a cozy meal or drink. http://www.meranerland.com/en/merano-and-environs/avelengo-verano-merano-2000/ www.meranerland.com-113 In the natural open spaces of the Val d'Ultimo, tradition is still alive today: Farmers gardens, fertile fields and, of course, the well known farms of the Val d'Ultimo with their characteristic architecture, and their shingle roofs form this idyll far from the stress of the city. http://www.meranerland.com/en/merano-and-environs/val-dultimo-alta-val-di-non/ www.meranerland.com-119 Marlengo is located three kilometres to the south-west of Merano. It is a holiday resort which manages to combine tradition and modernity in a particularly harmonious way. The picturesque town centre is surrounded by modern pensions and hotels of various categories. http://www.meranerland.com/en/merano-and-environs/marlengo/ www.meranerland.com-121 In this sunny high alpine valley Ötzi the 5000 year old Iceman was found. One of the last wildernesses in the Alps, these rocky mountain peaks, glaciers, woods, and fresh-water lakes are home to such rare animals as eagles, falcons, ibexes and chamois. In the valleys' five picturesque villages called Monte Santa Caterina, Certosa, Madonna di Senales, Vernago al Lago e Maso Corto, you can choose among activity holidays, cultural trips through Prehistory or simply take time to relax. http://www.meranerland.com/en/merano-and-environs/val-senales/ www.meranerland.com-123 Nalles is located about 16 kilometres south of Merano, and has a particularly pleasent climate. The view of this wine producing village confirms this: http://www.meranerland.com/en/merano-and-environs/nalles/ www.meranerland.com-115 There is a reason why the villages Tesimo and Prissiano are called "castle villages": Set in an enchanting spot in the Tisner low mountains, far from the main thoroughfares, they attracted the aristocrats of centuries gone by, who spent their summer holidays here. Six castles and palaces bear testimony to these summer holidays of times past and speak to us of another age. http://www.meranerland.com/en/merano-and-environs/tesimo-prissiano/ www.meranerland.com-122 The village of Lagundo is situated between Merano and the mountains. Being just a short distance from the city, Lagundo allows easy access to all urban amenities, and yet is so close to the mountains that one can enjoy the pleasures of fruit trees, vineyards and panoramic views of the countryside. http://www.meranerland.com/en/merano-and-environs/lagundo/ www.meranerland.com-125 Meran, better than anywhere else, embodies the cultural variety and contrasting lifestyle of our holiday region as a whole: Alpine and Mediterranean, culture and nature, modernity and art nouveau, sport and relaxation, speck and spaghetti - Meran combines many contrasts into a wonderful symbiosis. We begin with the accommodation on offer, ranging from modern designer hotels to traditional guesthouses. The city's culinary delights offer the best of both Tyrolean and Mediterranean gastronomy, complemented by fine wines from the vineyards surrounding the city. http://www.meranerland.com/en/merano-and-environs/merano/ www.meranerland.com-44