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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

About Meran

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.

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Romance
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Nature
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Top 4 highlights in Meran

The places you absolutely must not miss.

1

Therme Meran

Spectacular architectural spa by Matteo Thun — 25 pools, saunas, and spa amidst an apple orchard.

2

Gärten von Schloss Trauttmansdorff

80 garden landscapes from around the world — Italy's most beautiful botanical garden with a grand backdrop.

3

Tappeinerweg

6 km long elevated promenade above the city — one of the most beautiful walking paths in the Alps.

4

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

Best time to travel for Meran

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?

Average costs per person per day

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Budget

55-85 EUR: Guesthouse, Waalwege free, spa 25 EUR

Hostel, Street food, Public transport

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Mid-range

110-180 EUR: Wellness hotel, Trauttmansdorff, spa, South Tyrolean dinner

Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions

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Luxury

300+ EUR: Luxury spa hotel, gourmet half-board, private tour

Boutique hotel, Fine dining

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4 travel tips 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.

Food & drink in Meran

These specialties you must try!

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
Suitable for:South TyrolSpaGardensWellnessPalmsAlpsEnjoymentSpa town

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