Holiday in Meran
City in Italy — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇮🇹
Country
Italy
Type
City
Best time to travel
April to October (gardens and hiking), September (grape festival), year-round (spa and wellness)
Budget/day
110-180 EUR: Wellness hotel, Trauttmansdorff, spa, South Tyrolean dinner
Getting there from Germany
Car from Munich 3 h via Brenner | Train to Meran (Vinschger Bahn) | Bolzano 30 km
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What makes Meran special as a destination?
Meran (Merano) in South Tyrol combines alpine flair with a Mediterranean lifestyle like no other place in the Alps. Palms and cypress trees line the Passer promenade, while snow-capped peaks rise in the background. The Therme Meran designed by star architect Matteo Thun, the gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle, and the historic spa town atmosphere make Meran the perfect place for enjoyment and relaxation. The South Tyrolean cuisine combines the best of Italy and Austria.
What are the top highlights in Meran?
The top highlights in Meran include Therme Meran, Gärten von Schloss Trauttmansdorff, Tappeinerweg, Meraner Waalwege.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Therme Meran
Spectacular architectural spa by Matteo Thun — 25 pools, saunas, and spa amidst an apple orchard.
Gärten von Schloss Trauttmansdorff
80 garden landscapes from around the world — Italy's most beautiful botanical garden with a grand backdrop.
Tappeinerweg
6 km long elevated promenade above the city — one of the most beautiful walking paths in the Alps.
Meraner Waalwege
Historical irrigation paths through apple orchards and vineyards — flat, scenic hikes.
Hotels in Meran
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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
When is the best time to visit Meran?
The best time to visit Meran is April to October (gardens and hiking), September (grape festival), year-round (spa and wellness). Warm and sunny, 25-30°C, sheltered valley location with Mediterranean influence In winter: Mild for the Alps, 0-8°C, palms and snow simultaneously
Recommended travel time
April to October (gardens and hiking), September (grape festival), year-round (spa and wellness)
Summer
Warm and sunny, 25-30°C, sheltered valley location with Mediterranean influence
Winter
Mild for the Alps, 0-8°C, palms and snow simultaneously
How much does a holiday in Meran cost?
Budget travellers: 55-85 EUR: Guesthouse, Waalwege free, spa 25 EUR/day, mid-range: 110-180 EUR: Wellness hotel, Trauttmansdorff, spa, South Tyrolean dinner/day, luxury: 300+ EUR: Luxury spa hotel, gourmet half-board, private tour/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
55-85 EUR: Guesthouse, Waalwege free, spa 25 EUR
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
110-180 EUR: Wellness hotel, Trauttmansdorff, spa, South Tyrolean dinner
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
300+ EUR: Luxury spa hotel, gourmet half-board, private tour
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Meran?
Car from Munich 3 h via Brenner | Train to Meran (Vinschger Bahn) | Bolzano 30 km
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Compare package holidays nowWhat travel tips are there for Meran?
Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Visit the Therme Meran in the evening — swim in the outdoor pool under the starry sky.
Visit the gardens of Trauttmansdorff in spring — when 80 garden landscapes bloom simultaneously.
Walk the Tappeinerweg in the morning — the most beautiful panoramic path in Meran with views of the Alps.
Come in September for the grape festival — parades, music, and wine in the historic center.
What should you eat in Meran?
Typical specialities in Meran: Südtiroler Schlutzkrapfen — filled dumplings with spinach and ricotta in sage butter, Meraner Marende — South Tyrolean snack with speck, Schüttelbrot, and mountain cheese, Knödel Tris — three dumplings (speck, spinach, cheese) with butter and parmesan, Apfelstrudel — made with Meran apples, the most authentic north of the Brenner.
These specialties you must try!
