Discovering Val Venosta

Val Venosta: apple blossoms, castles and Stelvio

Westernmost valley of South Tyrol: between Merano and Resia Pass, apple orchards, fortified villages, Stelvio National Park.

Stop 1 — Merano

Merano, second city of South Tyrol, famous for spas and mild climate.

Stop 2 — Naturno and apple orchards

Naturno, gateway to Val Venosta, surrounded by apple orchards.

Stop 3 — Silandro and Castelbello

Silandro, capital of Val Venosta. Castel Castelbello dominates the apple orchards.

Stop 4 — Stelvio National Park

Italy's second largest national park. Stelvio Pass at 2,758m, one of the most spectacular in the world.

Stop 5 — Glorenza, smallest town in the Alps

Glorenza, perfectly preserved fortified medieval town. Walls intact, towers, an architectural gem.

Stop 6 — Lake Resia and Resia Pass

Lake Resia with the submerged bell tower of Curon, one of South Tyrol's symbols.

Local cuisine