SouthTyrol Holidays
South Tyrol Holidays – Unique South Tyrol
Northern Italy is home to the autonomous province of South Tyrol. Once part of Southern Austria, South Tyrol has managed to retain its Germanic character. Dialect, architecture and taste all reflect this with a large majority of the population speaking a version of German. The majestic alpine scenery has made South Tyrol a popular destination for all those fans of the mountain holiday. The region can be reached through the airports of Marco Polo in Venice two and a half hours to the south East of Bolzano and Malpensa airport in Milan to the South East.
Holidays in South Tyrol – Spa, wellness and relaxation
In South Tyrol the spa holiday was first developed in the nineteenth century, when aristocracy from all over Europe flocked to Merano. The stunning unspoilt backdrop of the Alps, combined with the fresh, clean mountain air and the pure, crystal clear water, combine with the regions services such as massages, saunas and steam baths to make this a truly relaxing experience for the mind, the body and the soul. The region offers many varying standards of accommodation from the basic to the absolute heights of luxury meaning that any budget and taste can enjoy this spectacular region.
South Tyrol Holidays – Adventure holidays in South Tyrol
South Tyrol hosts a whole range of adventure activities for the intrepid traveller. Tourists may horse ride or trek along one of the beautiful alpine trails or even canoe or raft down the Etsch or Passer rivers. The area boasts no less than 12 sizable lakes set in the stunning background of this alpine scenery. Not to be missed, Lake Carezza is an enchanting emerald green lake with incredible reflections of the surrounding mountains. Lake Resia hosts the symbol of its valley in the steeple that protrudes from the middle of this unique body of water. An artificial reservoir, this was once home to three lakes which in 1950 were dammed and the area flooded with the steeple the only remaining landmark of old Curon. Whether for culture and heritage, wellness and relaxation, natural beauty or adventure activities South Tyrol is an area well worth visit on your next mountain holiday.
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