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➍<br />
➋ the Heart of <strong>Merano</strong><br />
The old town is often identified by its<br />
arcades. But few know that its true<br />
birthplace is located just a few steps<br />
away in the midst of the Steinach district.<br />
Steinach is a small neighbourhood<br />
with three streets and a couple of alleys,<br />
which for was very sleepy for decades.<br />
An enchanted garden, but the average<br />
age of its inhabitants has been rising<br />
steadily and buildings that once housed<br />
local shops and families with children<br />
are now sadly abandoned. It is further<br />
jeopardized by modernization, which is<br />
always just around the corner. A visit is<br />
still worthwhile, however, because of its<br />
architectural details and one-of-a-kind<br />
sights in the <strong>Merano</strong> region. Here, you<br />
will encounter the proverbial rubbing<br />
shoulders of the old and the new.<br />
➌ thermal Waters<br />
The thermal water at the <strong>Merano</strong> Thermal<br />
Baths originates from the Vigiljoch/<br />
San Vigilio source above Lana at 1,500<br />
metres above sea level. Thanks to its<br />
therapeutic proprieties, it is used in a<br />
variety of treatments, including thermal<br />
inhalation, which is particularly effective<br />
in the treatment of chronic diseases<br />
of the respiratory tract like chronic<br />
bronchitis, sinusitis or nasal polyposis in<br />
children. Particularly good results have<br />
been recorded in the treatment of asthma.<br />
A study recently conducted by <strong>Merano</strong><br />
Thermal Baths in consultation with<br />
<strong>Merano</strong> Hospital and the University of<br />
Siena has revealed the effectiveness of<br />
thermal inhalation in patients affected<br />
with chronic respiratory diseases.<br />
➍ arunda<br />
In the village of Mölten/Meltina situated<br />
1,200 metres above sea level, you<br />
can find the highest “spumante” winery<br />
in Europe. Joseph reiterer and his family<br />
produce an excellent South Tyrolean<br />
sparkling wine in this village located<br />
above Terlan/Terlano. Today, after being<br />
in business for 30 years, Arunda is the<br />
leading sparkling wine from South Tyrol.<br />
Around 80,000 bottles every year come<br />
out of the cool wine cellars of Meltina.<br />
To make his wine, Sepp reiterer uses<br />
three wines made in South Tyrol, namely,<br />
Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Noir.<br />
So just like champagne, Chardonnay<br />
provides the wine with character and<br />
finesse, Pinot Blanc gives the structure<br />
and body and Pinot Noir length and<br />
backbone. One of the most delicate<br />
stages in producing the sparkling wine is<br />
the blending, where the wines are made<br />
into a harmonious cuvée. During this<br />
time reiterer receives valuable help from<br />
the whole family, his wife, Marianna, and<br />
his son, Michael, being the main players.<br />
Before being sold, the bottles have<br />
to be stored in icy cellars for 24 months<br />
and the riserva has to rest for up to 40<br />
months. In this way millions of bubbles<br />
are released, which gives the Arunda its<br />
distinctive taste.<br />
INFO FOR<br />
TRAVELLERS<br />
english<br />
summary<br />
Information by phone<br />
<strong>Merano</strong> and surroundings<br />
holiday area<br />
Tel. +39 0473 200 443<br />
www.meranerland.com<br />
Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m.<br />
Languages<br />
Italian and German are the most commonly used<br />
official languages in South Tyrol. English tends<br />
to be widespread, but mainly spoken by younger<br />
people.<br />
Weather<br />
www.provincia.bz.it/meteo<br />
How to get there<br />
By airplane<br />
Ryanair: www.ryanair.com<br />
easyJet: www.easyjet.com<br />
Innsbruck airport: www.innsbruck-airport.com<br />
Verona airport: www.aeroportoverona.it<br />
British Airways: www.ba.com<br />
Airport Bolzano: www.abd-airport.it<br />
By train<br />
(DB) German Federal Railways: www.bahn.de<br />
(ÖBB) Austrian Federal Railways: www.oebb.at<br />
Italian Federal Railways: www.trenitalia.com<br />
Train South Tyrol: www.vinschgerbahn.it<br />
By car<br />
Distances from <strong>Merano</strong><br />
Bolzano 30 km<br />
Brennero 105 km<br />
Verona 177 km<br />
Munich 309 km<br />
Milan 280 km<br />
Travelling around the region<br />
www.sii.bz.it<br />
www.sad.it<br />
www.vinschgerbahn.it<br />
Travelling around <strong>Merano</strong> and the surrounding<br />
holiday area<br />
Mobilcard Südtirol:<br />
7 days: € 28 adults, € 14 children<br />
3 days: € 23 adults, € 11.50 children<br />
1 day: € 15 adults, € 7.50 children<br />
museumobil Card: South Tyrolean museums and<br />
travel<br />
7 days: € 32 adults, € 16 children<br />
3 days: € 28 adults, € 14 children<br />
Rent-a-car<br />
Avis: www.avisautonoleggio.it<br />
Hertz: www.hertz.it<br />
Autohaus Götsch:<br />
www.autogoetsch.it<br />
Motorunion: www.motorunion.it<br />
Taxis<br />
Taxi <strong>Merano</strong> Tel. +39 0473 212 013<br />
<strong>Merano</strong> Hospital<br />
Tel. +39 0473 263 333<br />
Emergencies<br />
Ambulance, Mountain Rescue: Tel. 118<br />
Police: Tel. 112<br />
Breakdown Recovery: Tel. 116<br />
Hassle-free Travel<br />
Tel. +39 0473 209 176<br />
www.altoadigepertutti.it<br />
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