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Kaltern
at the lake
One of the most
beautiful wine villages
in the world.

Kaltern and its lake.
Some believe that Kaltern is located right
next to Lake Kaltern and, while that’s true
to a certain extent, the village does not rest
upon its shore. The village is a four-kilometre-drive
away from the lake. A blissful
landscape connects the two: fruit orchards,
vineyards, with the odd house popping up
now and again. Nature thrives as far as the
eye can see. Pretty paths crisscross the
landscape, even the famous South Tyrolean
Wine Road.
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A market square and an outdoor theatre.
The heart of the village. Locals and tourists
alike meet here for a chit-chat, to order an
espresso or a glass of wine when they’ve
got time to spare. The square is often used
as an outdoor stage to host events: parties,
wine tasting events, farmer markets, and
live music. Going for a stroll, enjoying life,
shopping. The market square in Kaltern has
that same vibe experienced in a large theatre:
why not step in?
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The perfect village for gourmets.
Kaltern wouldn’t be Kaltern without its
wine. And the locals wouldn’t be the same
either. Wine is at the heart of our and your
happiness, the perfect ingredient for great
dishes and the spice of life. The local cuisine
masterfully mixes the hearty flavours from
the Alps with the lightness and simplicity
of Mediterranean dishes. You’ll be spoilt for
choice, so tuck in!
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The Lake Stage Performances.
Unique across all South Tyrol.
And as if the natural scenario was not
enough, the moon peaks from behind
the stage, travelling across the nightly
canopy. Unbelievable, a bit kitsch, we
admit it, magical nevertheless. Get ready
to experience this and much more upon
receiving an invitation to the Lake Stage
Performances in Kaltern. The stage appears
to tower directly above the lake, the aweinspiring
architecture of the pool and a
calendar packed with events contribute to
making the Stage Performances one of the
highlights of the South Tyrolean summer.
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Holidays. For you. For your family.
Recharge your batteries, wind down, and
enjoy the ride. Spending your holidays in
Kaltern means: enjoying some “me time’.
Rediscover yourself on the footpaths, below
the shade of a tree, on the deck on the lake,
while eating delicious ice cream. Whatever
warms the cockles of your heart. Open your
eyes to our world, take everything in to make
every single minute worth your time, for
every day to mean something.
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A slice of heaven on Earth.
For centuries, mankind has shaped and taken
care of the Oltradige. The Ice Age came and
went, and left a unique landscape in its wake.
For the locals, the Oltradige represents life,
while our guests experience it as a stunning
backdrop to their holiday. Yet we’re all united
by that feeling of being part of a stunningly
beautiful slice of heaven on earth.
Kaltern at the lake
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p. 16 — THE LAKE
Emerald green, refreshing, blissful. Lake
Kaltern is there for everyone: big and
small, fitness freaks or couch potatoes,
flora and fauna.
p. 20 — KALTERN, HERE AND NOW
A glimpse of life in the village, its centre,
and neighbourhoods. With a great tip.
p. 24 — HOME OF THE
KALTERERSEE WINE
Wine, an ever-recurring element.
And other tasty suggestions.
Welcome to Kaltern!
Located in South Tyrol’s southern
region, in the north of Italy: an area
where both souls meet. And Italy
is well represented: olive groves,
cypresses, sultry summers. As is South
Tyrol: mountain summits, pines, and
forests bursting with mushrooms.
Come and meet us! Pictures, stories,
and plenty of Kaltern impressions
await you on these pages: let’s start
with our lake. How we coexist with it,
share it with flora and fauna, its
remarkably stunning corners, and
what goes on in winter. Time for a
coffee. As our gaze wanders over the
market square in the centre of the
village, we muse about life here, with
plenty of neighbourhoods with their
own traits. Let’s stand up for Lake
Kaltern and its wonderful presence.
At the same time, let us enjoy
what gardens, forests, fruit groves
and vineyards offer. Diving into
nature. Climbing, walking brooding
over something, biking, cycling,
playing, admiring. We admire
culture. What people built and continue
to build; how they sing, make
music, paint, how they shape the
landscape and leave their mark on the
land. Behold, a tiny kaleidoscope
of Kaltern! And yes: we want to get
to know you better, too. Come to
Kaltern, one of the most beautiful
wine villages in the world.
LIGHTS, CAMERA,
AND ACTION!
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p. 28 — FRESH AIR, WATER, SUNSHINE
What to do out and about throughout the
year. But only if you really want to.
p. 32 — LANDSCAPE, PEOPLE, CULTURE
Shaped by mankind: art and culture in our
wine village.
KALTERN VISITOR INFO
If you have any questions for us,
simply stop by the Tourism Office Kaltern:
Phone +39 0471 963 169
or contact us online or send us an email:
www.kaltern.com
info@kaltern.com
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Water, parasols, boats, green
everywhere in a landscape
shimmering between the
alpine and the exotic: this is
Lake Kaltern
The lake
in its
entirety
Our lake, our great treasure!
A veritable pearl in our crown: nestled
comfortably in a reclining hollow,
with the forest on one side, the vineyards
on the other side, and the fruit
groves peeking up from yet another.
Lake Kaltern and its irresistible
siren call: who would even think about
visiting Kaltern and not spend some
time at the lake? Everyone does. Because:
it’s a friendly lake. A lake with
a soft spot for people, flora, and fauna,
to be used as a living space, playground,
and gym. Sharing is
caring: the southern shore belongs
to the flora and fauna, the northern
shore to the lake-goers, while the
water belongs to everyone. And that
nearly all-year round. It can also be
enchanting during winter, when the
ice covers the lake and water plants
make the prettiest of pictures.
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The lake is always there. Even if you can’t see
it right now. You have a feeling it’s there, you
feel it. It makes air lighter, it sparkles through
the cover of the forest, it calls to us. It isn’t
big, nor is it deep. What an advantage! Lake
Kaltern warms up already in spring to pleasant
bathing temperatures and maintains them
well into autumn.
Summer at Lake Kaltern:
mum, dad, big and small
children – fun for everyone.
Enjoying the good life at the beach cafe
Lake Kaltern and the swimming pool Lido
Enjoying the lake and some “me time’.
There are four swimming infrastructures to
satisfy the demands of all shore-goers and
one of them, the Lido, has been awarded an
architectural prize and features a whirlpool,
an underground cave, a kiosk, and the lawn
for sunbathing, for peace and quiet, fun, and
people-watching. And obviously you can hire
pedal-boats, rowing boats, and surf equipment.
The sailing club is just a hop, skip, and
jump away, and the lake’s neighbours also
partake in the fun, with birds swooping above
you and the other lake’s inhabitants dozing in
the reeds.
Then it’s time to head back to the shore by
circling the lake. You can walk, run, cycle,
and even push the pram – you won’t regret it.
You can find virtually
everything, and we
mean it, that makes
us who we are surrounding
the lake: the
mountains, the village
and its neighbourhoods,
the vineyards,
orchards, forests, and
stately homes.
“You can find virtually
everything, and we
mean it, that makes
us who we are around
Lake Kaltern.”
!
LAKE POOLS & LIDO — On the northern shore of the lake
there are four public pools with affiliated restaurant and
boat rental.
BIOTOPE — 250 bird species nest here throughout the year,
and around 30 dragonfly species live all-year round in the
protected area. You can find 14 information boards scattered
around the circular lake path packed with interesting titbits
about this area.
LEUCHTENBURG — The ruin Leuchtenburg was originally the
home of the Lords of Rottenburg and goes as far back as the
13th century. Today, only the ruins remain, with a beautiful
view over the Lake Kaltern, the South Tyrolean Wine Road and
the Etsch Valley.
Kaltern at the lake
Summer at Lake Kaltern:
mum, dad and the kids –
a natural habitat for
numerous animals.
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Vineyards on the right,
vineyards on the left.
The view seeps on 3 of the
14 churches in Kaltern.
Kaltern,
here
and now
Guesthouses, bars, churches, local
authority, bank: this is the centre of
our little world, right on the square.
The square is a bustling place, our
stage, our catwalk. Everyday life
and that unique holiday feeling
mingle, locals and guests bump into
each other: a stage for countless events.
The newly arrived gravitate inexplicably
towards the market square.
A quick glance reveals the gurgling
village fountain, tired mountain bikers
resting on the benches, aperitifs being
served at the cafes, the air is alive with
the promise of the following holiday
days yet to come. Watch the everyday
life on the market square play itself
out, with nothing to do, you could
simply watch and stare. But no, no you
can’t, because there’s plenty to discover
in the alleyways surrounding
the square!
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The meeting spot is the fountain, where
else.
Follow the church bell towers. There are
at least as many church towers as there are
neighbourhoods in Kaltern. Every part of
the village has at least one. And each of them
stands out for their different “personality’
(Just ask the people who live here!). They
couldn’t be more different, like day and night:
one may be located above the village, say in
S. Antonio near the Mendel Cable Car, or in
Pianizza di Sopra middle in the vineyards or
further away in Castelvecchio. Or if they’re
down below, in S. Giuseppe al Lago or halfway
there in Villa di Mezzo.
New perspectives:
Kaltern once without its lake.
What’s left is the wine!
The market square as a festive square …
The area isn’t exactly small and the paths are
entwined: another proof that many former
independent villages came together to build
a strong community. And what about the altitude?
It’s quite the sportive feat on foot and by
bike, it becomes slightly less taxing with the
e-bike.
… where the music cannot be missed.
!
MARKET DAY — The farmer’s market trundles into the market
square of Kaltern on Tuesday morning, and on Saturdays as
well during springtime and autumn. Vegetable, fruit, eggs,
herbs, cheese, flowers, honey, juices, wine and a lot more goes
onto the stalls!
THE MARKET SQUARE FOUNTAIN — The ideal meeting spot.
If only stone could talk, the stories it would tell! It once lay
dry as a bone, another time it was rippling with wine. You
can find out more in the “Kaltern Gestern Heute’, the book
analysing 100 years of tourism at Lake Kaltern (available only
in German).
CHRISTMAS IN KALTERN — Christmas is when the wine
village wears its most festive garb and offers a festive
programme and special moments.
A historic path? On the one hand, it certainly
is! This beautiful area has been home
to settlements for some time, and exquisite
wine also grows here, fruit and vegetables
thrive and the forests are bursting with wild
game and other animals. On the other hand,
it isn’t that historical. Allow us to explain:
luckily enough, the Ice Age missed Kaltern
by a hair’s breadth, as the glaciers shifted the
course of the river to
the other side of the
valley, thus keeping
the attention of migratory
people away from
us. Peace and quiet
for centuries – and
not much has changed
today.
“Head behind the
church, and rest next to
the immovable giant
redwood close to the wall
and look down at the lake.
Pure bliss.”
It’s time for an aperitif!
A good glass of white
wine, some appetizers,
Mediterranean and alpine at
the same time. Time seems
to stand still.
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The Kalterersee just before
the wine harvest in a vineyard
looking towards the lake
itself. The grapes are nearly
ripe and the harvest marks
the start of their “second life”
as wine
Home of the
Kalterersee
wine
The lake, Lake Kaltern! But also the
Kalterersee wine. Both “Kalterns”
have a role here: you swim in the
Lake Kaltern, while you savour a good
glass of Kalterersee wine! Both
are an integral part of the village life.
Every local carries the lake and local
wine with them. The Kalterersee
wine is pressed from a local autochthonous
grape variety, the Vernatsch.
After consistent high-quality work,
we’re proud about this special red
wine you can only find here. Fresh,
fruity, light and simple, served slightly
chilled and it goes well with a South
Tyrolean snack such as Speck as well
as pizza and pasta. We’re also
proud about the other excellent wines
in Kaltern, regardless if red or white.
Cheers!
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Observe how our grapes grow — for
example, during a vineyard tour.
Years-long efforts around the Kalterersee
wine are finally bearing fruit: locals value
their “own” wine, of course, as do wine experts
from far and wide who’ve had a pleasant
surprise upon sipping a chalice. A success
that will go down in history for Kaltern wine.
Wine producers stand out for their unique
self-commitment: they’ve developed a Kalterersee
charter containing criteria ruling on
quality, the typicality of the wines, vineyards,
varieties and harvests, as well as cultivation
methods, the launch of sales, and procedures
for awarding seals of quality.
Vintage! When grapes
begin their journey
towards the bottle.
Admire, walk about, and complete a taster
course at the South Tyrol Wine Academy.
Indulging in the Kalterersee wine
A foodie paradise around Lake Kaltern
!
We locals live hand in hand with wine, be it
directly or indirectly. When the fresh leaves
set the vineyards alight during spring; when
we all worry about the summer weather or
have to wait, patiently for the right time to
harvest. Wine production marks the rhythm
of our life.
Which is why there are so many events on
wine: celebrations, tasting sessions, award
ceremonies. And where there’s wine, there’s
also food. All celebrations include dishes
from local cuisine which, like everything
in our area, happily combines Alpine and
Mediterranean elements. Dumplings with
mozzarella, crunchy
“Schüttelbrot” bread
with pasta, Speck with
gorgonzola, farming
traditions mixed with
recipes from southern
Italy.
“ What you do in
Kaltern isn’t important:
sooner or later, wine
will always take centre
stage.”
wein.kaltern — wein.kaltern is an initiative standing for high
quality and traditional wine culture which are part of the
local industry in Kaltern. The goal is to create and secure the
rightful place in the collective imagination of our local wine.
You can recognise members by the lettering ‘wein.kaltern’ or
by the ‘red point’.
THE WINE ROAD — forms a figure of eight with a crossroads
at the Weinhaus on the market square and will lead you across
the vineyards surrounding Kaltern. You’ll discover the historic
names of the vineyards as well as the diversity of the local,
thriving wine economy.
THE VINEYARDS — The Kaltern vineyards stretch between
200 and 600 m altitude. Red grape varieties, which need the
warmer temperatures, grow around Lake Kaltern, while white
grape varieties thrive at higher altitudes which favour the
development of their pleasant, fruity and fresh acidity.
Kaltern at the lake
The taste of our region
enclosed in a glass! Fruity,
fresh, elegant. 26 | 27

The most beautiful gym in
the world! It motivates you to
break new records! Dedicated
while having fun!
Fresh air,
water, and
sunshine
Take in as much as you want! Train
surrounded by a heavenly backdrop
on summit excursions, running paths
across the vineyards or on mountain
bike trails. Or simply chill out during
excursions, bike tours, or hours spent
on the tennis court. And make the
most of your time to try something
new: an e-bike ride, golfing, a visit
to the adventure park. And leave
enough time for some “me time” in
the shade of a beach cafe, on the deckchair
below the apple tree or on the
lake shore next to the forest. You’re
welcome: Kaltern offers holiday fun
for everyone. Enjoy nature!
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Discover Kaltern out and about! On the
bicycle for example. Various bike paths
depart from Kaltern in all directions: head to
the centre of Bolzano, across the borders of
South Tyrol to Trento, to Merano and return
to Kaltern across the Passo delle Palade and
Mendel Pass.
Open air is the key!
In Kaltern spring begins
earlier than anywhere else.
And with it the cycling
season.
The whole day long on your bike.
It’s fun. And makes you thirsty!
Discovering numerous activities around
Lake Kaltern.
To the Mendel Pass, to new
high-altitude flights
!
GOLFCLUB DOLOMITI — Just a 30 minutes’ drive to the
18 hole course in Sarnonico up and over Passo Mendel.
Great landscape, spectacular views.
THE MENDEL CABLE CAR — The Mendel Cable Car boasts
an incline of 64% and is the brainchild of Swiss engineer,
Emil Strub. Opened in 1903 the Mendel Cable Car was the
first manned electric Cable Car in Tyrol, and the steepest and
longest continuous Cable Car railway in Europe.
HIKING — You simply cannot visit Kaltern and not go for a
hike: we have the best conditions for it. The Tourism Office
offers plenty of excursions in its weekly programme, from
short jaunts to all-day tours.
FOUR-WHEEL HIKES — with prams or wheelchairs: fresh air
is good for everyone! Tried and tested routes for people with
special needs.
Kaltern is a biking paradise in its own right:
the surroundings and the weather are ideal.
The cycling season lasts a good eight months
from April to November. Bike-friendly businesses
with special services for bikers abound;
a bike guide will be at your disposal to take
you on different tours, an e-bike rental service
at the Tourism Office, a bike App with road
books and GPS, and guided bike excursions.
The proof is in the pudding: Kaltern has been
the interim target of the TOUR and BIKE
Transalp for some time now.
Or simply head on foot, easy and quickly (all
you need is a pair of good shoes and walking
poles). Walk at your own pace, following
your heartbeat, looking at the fresh, green
leaves hanging from the vineyards, to the soft
moose, to the deep blue autumnal sky. Or to
the mesmerising lake: regardless of where you
are in Kaltern, you’re constantly looking for
it, and see it from a hundred different points
of view. Find your
way, pace, the right
balance between body
and soul, between your
fellow travellers, man
and nature.
„Take a front row on the
Mendel Cable Car heading
down to the valley for a
unique glimpse of twelve
minutes from heaven
to paradise down below.“
Outlooks, insights, views!
Find yourself while
wandering through Kaltern.
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After a mountain tour,
a cycling excursion or a
fulfilled day: enjoy a welldeserved
relaxing moment
in Kaltern’s village centre.
Landscape,
people,
and culture
You could also say: terroir. (A word
which connotes people living in an
area where wine thrives.) We have to
thank a fortunate coincidence that our
region lies off the radar – and could
therefore be developed into a unique
terroir. Everything which thrives
here is the fruit of the terroir: wine
takes centre stage, followed by all
other products in our vegetable patch
– fruit, vegetables, and flowers.
And don’t forget the people, who
are also part of this cycle: how we
live, what we think, how we work.
Even our ideas, our art, our passions.
Everything which belongs to the
Kaltern terroir: land, climate,
weather, atmosphere. Terroir is
identifiable with culture.
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The glaciers have receded. The area, which
will become Kaltern and its neighbourhoods,
is covered with extensive mixed woodland.
People settle, plant the vineyards, villages
grow together, and Kaltern is born. The wine
thrives, tourism picks up, Kaltern becomes
wealthy.
Attentive look, loving
attention, careful hands:
this is our quality assurance
during grape harvest.
Indulge your senses: polenta from Kaltern.
Many stately homes are built in the Oltradige
architectural style, which is unique in the
world. The building tradition continues today
with a remarkable presence of modern buildings
which have attracted international attention.
You can visit all of them, although some
of them only from the outside. Two architectural
guides will lead you on a tour in the footsteps
of the “Ancient buildings in Kaltern” or
discovering the “New buildings in Kaltern”.
The Oltradige architectural style:
a 400-years-old building tradition
Wine presses, drink and carrying
containers, wine casks, cellar accessories
and a decorative wine garden is what
guests can admire in the South Tyrol Wine
Museum, narrating the lively history of
viniculture in South Tyrol
!
THE OLTRADIGE ARCHITECTURAL STYLE (16TH CENTURY)
— shapes the image of Kaltern. Highlights: merlons, oriels,
framed arch windows and door frames. French windows with
a central column, archways, loggias, flight of stairs, and inner
courtyards.
GALLERIES IN KALTERN — Artists from all over Europe
show their works in the “GefängnisLeCarceri” and the
“Hochparterre-Salotto” galleries.
SOUTH TYROLEAN WINE ACADEMY — The beating heart of
wine culture in Kaltern. The programme is developed based
on the slogan “Experiencing wine culture” and is ideal for
both beginners and experts.
“TÖRGGELEN” & CO — Our cuisine mixes plenty of
influences: farming traditions, desserts from Austria, recipes
from the Mediterranean. And now, a welcome return to the
menus: original Kaltern polenta. And of course, don’t miss out
on the autumnal “Törggelen” wine and chestnut tradition!
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Art and culture in Kaltern — nearly obviously
an accompanying tune for a wine village like
ours! The Lake Stage Performances at Lake
Kaltern which come up trumps: the lake, the
Leuchtenburg ruin, a starry night, summer
heat, and great fun provide the perfect background
for a special event. Or visit Kaltern
during autumn for the Pop Festival with a
great programme of select musicians. The
live concerts on the market square, exhibitions
in the two village
galleries, the cinema
in the former train
station. Our cultural
programme: small,
refined, and smart.
A balm for the soul,
fuel for conversation.
„Our cultural programme:
small, refined, and
smart. A balm for the soul,
fuel for conversation.
A holiday to remember.“
Time moves on: you’ll find
beautiful examples of new
architectural buildings
in Kaltern such as the
winecenter
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Only in Kaltern.
CASTELVECCHIO
ALTENBURG
CIRCULAR LAKE HIKING TRAIL
Kaltern 101: a lake and biotope,
vineyards and stately buildings, a castle
and plenty of church towers, the Mendel
ridge, cafes and restaurants. There’s
no excuse: walking, hiking, cycling,
pushing prams, everyone
can walk around the lake however
they please.
LAKE KALTERN/
KALTERER SEE
LAKE KALTERN BIOTOPE
The reed belt at the southern side of the lake
is protected biotope. It offers numerous
animals resting and nesting places. Around
250 different bird species are counted every
year. You can find 14 information boards
scattered around the circular lake path and
a didactic biotope with a footbridge.
RASTENBACH GORGE AND
PEACE PATH HIKE
A special hiking tip. The path is a bit
adventurous, however wooden steps
and bridges are safely secured and
can be trod on with children, too. The
Rastenbach ravine on the peace path
trail symbolises the virtue of courage.
S. GIUSEPPE AL LAGO
ST. JOSEF AM SEE
RUIN LEUCHTENBURG
The ruin was originally the
home of the Lords of Rottenburg
and goes as far back as the
13th century. Today, only the
ruins remain, with a beautiful
view over the Lake Kaltern, the
South Tyrolean Wine Road and
the Etsch Valley.
SPORT ZONE S. ANTONIO,
ADVENTURE PARK
A meeting spot for amateurs and
professional athletes alike. There
they can play football, ice hockey,
tennis, badminton, bowling, boccia,
athletics, beach volley, and enjoy a
‘keep-fit’ trail. The Adventure Park
offers plenty of trails. Seven of them
are especially dedicated to children.
THE WINE ROAD
The Wine Road forms a figure of
eight and will lead you across the
vineyards surrounding Kaltern. You
can read the historical names of the
vineyards on white plaques which
are placed in the ground. Moreover,
interesting information about wine is
displayed at four resting points.
LIDO-LAKE
The pool was based on a design developed in 2002
by ‘the next ENTERprise – architects’, making
the Lido a unique space comprising a sport and
leisure area, a children’s pool, sundeck area, a
whirlpool, a playground, restaurant, bar, and a
wheelchair-friendly access ramp.
SPRING VALLEY
The valley is mesmerisingly beautiful
in spring, which blossoms here before
anywhere else: a sea of spring snowflakes,
snowdrops, liveworts blooms
across the area. It is located on the
Monte di Mezzo mountain between
Monticolo and Lake Kaltern and is
part of many hiking routes.
MENDEL CABLE CAR
The Mendel Cable Car was opened
in 1903 (and has been renovated
many times since then), has a 64%
incline and a beautiful view across
the Oltradige, overcoming more than
854 maltitude in just 12 minutes. A
popular slip road for excursions on
the Mendel Pass and ridge.
S. ANTONIO – POZZO/
ST. ANTON – PFUSS
CALDARO PAESE/
KALTERN DORF
SOUTH TYROLEAN
WINE MUSEUM
Wine presses, drink and
carrying containers,
juicers, and a scenic
garden recount the
history and significance
of wine for Kaltern.
The museum also
offers an extensive
event calendar, and is
family-friendly, too.
VILLA DI MEZZO/
MITTERDORF
S. NICOLÒ/
ST. NIKOLAUS
PREY
KLAVENZ
THE MARKET SQUARE
The heart of the village and its
neighbourhoods with its banks,
shops, the church, the Tourism
Office, the stage of many events
and markets. There are plenty of
cafes and restaurants around
the square, its fountain, and
benches.
Kaltern is bursting with plenty
of beautiful locations, squares,
nooks and crannies! On this
page you’ll find some of the
unmissable spots!
Have fun discovering Kaltern
and its neighbourhoods!
ICE CAVES
A must-see especially during hot
summer days. The Ice Caves are
formed by imposing, rocky formations
fallen off the mountain cliffs.
In the nooks and crannies below the
massive rock formations, it is so cold
even at the height of summer, that ice
forms. Plants thrive here which would
normally only grow in alpine regions
PIANIZZA DI SOTTO/
UNTERPLANITZING
THE MENDEL PASS ROAD
The Romans used the path crossing
the Mendel Pass, as did the Franconians
and Empress Sissi. The road has
15 hairpin bends, open all year round,
and connects Kaltern with the Val di
Non. Today it’s also a beloved spot for
cycling, as well as for cycling and car
races.
PIANIZZA DI SOPRA/
OBERPLANITZING
HIKING
The Wine Road
ca. 20 km
Circular trail around Lake Kaltern
ca. 7.5 km
Castelvecchio – Rastenbach gorge – Lake Kaltern 5 km
Ice Caves
ca. 4 km
Spring valley
ca. 6 km
Mendel Pass – Penegal
ca. 8 km
BIKE TOURS
Village – Lake Kaltern – village
Circular biking trail on Monte di Mezzo
mountain
Kaltern – Bolzano – Kaltern
Kaltern – Mendel Pass
Scenic tour
Kaltern – Lake Monticolo – Kaltern
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ca. 17 km
ca. 36 km
ca. 30 km
ca. 12 km
ca. 30 km
ca. 18 km

› KALTERN AT A GLANCE …
Further information: www.kaltern.com
MERANO/
MERAN
MELTINA/
MÖLTEN
TERLANO/
TERLAN
ANDRIANO/
ANDRIAN
VADENA/PFATTEN
CALDARO/
KALTERN
TERMENO/
TRAMIN
CORTACCIA/
KURTATSCH
MAGRÈ/
MARGREID
CORTINA ssdv/
KURTINIG
VAL SARENTINO/
SARNTAL
SAN GENESIO/
JENESIEN
APPIANO/EPPAN
BOLZANO/
BOZEN
LAIVES/LEIFERS
VIPITENO/
STERZING
RENON/
RITTEN
BRANZOLL/BRONZOLO
Lake Kaltern/
Kalterer See
ALDINO/ALDEIN
ORA/AUER
MONTAGNA/MONTAN
TRODENA/TRUDEN
EGNA/NEUMARKT
ANTERIVO/ALTREI
SALORNO/SALURN
BRESSANONE/
BRIXEN
CHIUSA
KLAUSEN
ARRIVAL
Holiday Shuttle –
Bus connections with Germany
Baden-Württemberg – South Tyrol
All year round at a price of € 165 return trip, includes
shuttle service to/from the vacation location. Saturdays
from Stuttgart/Ulm, Sundays return from Südtirols
Süden
› Information & reservations Südtirol Tours, T. +49 71 95 78 84,
www.suedtiroltours.de
By airplane
Airport Verona/Villafranca (140 km), Innsbruck
(110 km). You can get to South Tyrol quickly and
conveniently by bus transfers from the Milan Malpensa,
Bergamo, Verona and Munich airports. For example,
Munich-South Tyrol from € 55 six times a day.
› Time tables, information and booking on www.altoadigebus.com and
www.busgroup.eu
By car
From the north (Brennero): motorway A22, exit
Bolzano Sud, take the Wine Road towards Kaltern.
From the south: motorway A22, exit Egna-Ora-Termeno,
take the Wine Road towards Kaltern.
From Arlberg/Landeck: Take the Passo Resia to
Merano, then take the highway in the direction of
Bolzano, exit on the Wine Road towards Kaltern.
By train
On the Munich-Innsbruck-Verona line to Bolzano,
where all trains stop. Bus station is very close to the
train station, where buses go to all villages in Bolzano’s
surrounding area.
› Information at www.bahn.de, www.ferroviedellostato.it or www.sii.bz.it
Zürich
Lugano
Milano
Vaduz
Chur
Bregenz
Zernez
Bergamo
Merano/
Meran
Silandro/
Schlanders
Trento
Verona
München
Innsbruck
Bolzano/
Bozen
Rosenheim
Treviso
Salzburg
Vipiteno/
Sterzing
Spittal an
Brunico/
der Drau
Bruneck
Lienz
Bressanone/
Brixen
Cortina d’Ampezzo
Udine
Venezia
0 50
Villach
Mobilcard, museumobil Card,
bikemobil Card and the WinePass
With the mobilcard, you have access to any public transportation
in South Tyrol, as well as the Mendel Cable Car.
The museumobil Card includes entrance to all regional
museums in South Tyrol and the bikemobil Card includes
the usage of a rental bike for a day. With the WinePass
you can participate at an attractive wine programme
along the South Tyrolean Wine Road (discounted price,
-50 %), it allows to make full use of the South Tyrol’s
Integrated Public Transport network and allows free
entrance in most museums in South Tyrol (available in
partner businesses).
› Information at www.mobilcard.info and www.suedtiroler-weinstrasse.it
COPYRIGHT PAGE
Publishing house: Tourismusverein Kaltern am See
Concept, graphic design: hoeretzeder grafische
gestlatung, Scheffan/Triol
Copy: Barbara v Hartungen, Kurt Höretzeder,
Sandra Herrnhofer
Translation: by Brain International in persons of
Geoffrey Barclay and Benjamin Barclay
Photos: Helmuth Rier/Castelrotto, Tiberio Sorvillo,
Sabine Jackson-Jellasitz/Perugia, Archiv,
Klaus Peterlin www.allesfoto.com, Manuela Tessaro/
Bozen, Südtiroler Marketing Gesellschaft/Alex Filz
Illustrations: Blagovesta Bakardjieva
Printers: Athesia, Bozen
The publishing house accepts no liability arising from
printing errors, mistakes and changes.
© 12.2017
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Tourism Office Kaltern
Piazza Principale | Marktplatz 8
39052 Caldaro | Kaltern
South Tyrol —Italy
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KALTERN-VISITOR INFO
If you have any questions for us,
simply stop by the Tourism Office Kaltern:
Phone +39 0471 963 169
or contact us online or send us an email:
www.kaltern.com
info@kaltern.com
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