Guided tours & Visits along the Alto Adige Wine Road

Guided Tour through the Cellar World of Bolzano's Old Town Discover the mysterious cellar world of Bolzano's Old Town on an exciting tour. Visit the fascinating cathedral crypt, the archaeological excavations at Hannah-Arendt-Schule, and the historic cellars of the Mercantile building. Other interesting cellars beneath the Lauben await your exploration. The tour ends with a social drink at the Enoteca Gandolfi, where you can unwind in a cozy atmosphere. When: Every Thursday from April until the end of October (except May 1st) Meeting Point: 2:30 PM at the Information Office at Kornplatz 11 Duration: 3 hours Language: German & Italian Participants: max. 20 Price: €15 Adults, €5 with Bolzano Bozen Card (excluding the Bolzano Bozen Card Mobility) and Children (6-14 years), free for children under 6 Reservation required

Guided tour, followed by a tasting of 6 premium wines from the Cru, Lafóa, LR or Gran Lafóa range. The minimum age for participate at the guided tour is 14 years (only tour, without tasting). Please understand that pets are not allowed on the tour. Because of the many stairs, the visit is not indicated for people with disabilities. As there are strong temperature differences in the cellars, it is recommended to bring a jacket. Price 50,00€

Guided tour through the historic wine village of St. Pauls with insight into history, architecture, wine culture and everyday life. Finally, let the impressions gained sink in with a glass of wine at the Sankt Pauls winery. Price 15,00

Hocheppan Castle sits majestically on a rocky spur above Eppan on the Wine Road and is one of the most important fortified castles in South Tyrol. Built around 1130 by the Counts of Eppan, the complex impresses with mighty curtain walls, a striking keep and the well-preserved Palas. Particularly worth seeing is the Romanesque castle chapel, whose interior walls are decorated with extraordinary frescoes. These date back to the 13th century and show both biblical scenes and rare secular depictions - including the famous “dumpling eater”, a humorous testimony to everyday medieval culture. After years of decay, the castle was restored and is now a popular excursion destination with refreshments and a unique view of the Adige Valley. It combines history, art and nature to create an impressive experience. Hocheppan Castle and its chapel can be visited as part of guided tours, available every 30 minutes from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM on the following days: • 5. April – July: Thursday to Sunday • August: Thursday to Monday • September – 9. November: Thursday to Tuesday At the following times: • On the hour: guided tour of the castle • Every half hour: Art historical chapel tour Special tours for larger groups or outside these times are available on request. Guided tours are available in German, Italian and English. For more information about guided tours, please contact the Tourist Association of Appiano at info@eppan.com or by phone at +39 0471 662206. Opening hours: Hocheppan Castle and the castle tavern are open daily except Wednesday from 10 am to 6 pm, hot meals are served from 11 am to 3.30 pm.

If you are looking for nature and adventure, so join us to the guided hiking tours around Tramin. Twice a week in September and October professional alpine guides show you the nicest places of our country. Registration within one day before in the tourist office. For Tramin guests for free an with the activ&mobil card. Minimum of two persons

Expert Martin presents five exquisite wines and combines them with the finest regional specialties. New, harmonious moments of pleasure are created every week - individually tailored to the selected wines. But Wine & Culinary with Martin is more than just a tasting: it is a wine seminar, an expert tasting, a journey through the Eppan wine world. Martin shares his in-depth knowledge of winegrowing, the special features of the region and is happy to answer all your questions about wine. Price 30,00€

Every Thursday, you are warmly invited to join us for an enjoyable guided tour of the winery and cellar. For a limited number of visitors, we open up the old, historic cellar located seven meters underground, providing you with unique insights into our daily work at the winery and much more... The tour is followed by a tasting session, featuring five wines from our portfolio. Reservations by Wednesday 5 p.m. Price per person: Euro 20.

Take a guided tour through biodynamic vineyards, discover our barrel cellar, and taste 6 exceptional wines at our SKYWINE Pavilion. Our trained team will introduce you to our philosophy and explain the specifics of our winemaking.  The tour takes place multilingual if necessary. Dogs are welcome.

What exactly is sustainable winegrowing? During a guided tour through the small vineyard, you learn about the ecology of vineyards. You gain an insight into how wine is produced sustainably, from planting and managing the vineyard to processing the grapes and reaching the final quality of the wine. The guided tour finishes with a wine tasting of Messnerhof wines. Duration: about 1.5 hours. Minimum number of participants: 6.

Wine is culture – and enjoying it is pure pleasure! You can experience this on one of our guided tours of Kellerei Bozen – a place where contemporary architecture merges seamlessly with centuries-old winemaking tradition. Follow the journey of our wines, from the arrival of the freshly harvested grapes to their gentle processing and maturation in stainless steel and oak barriques. Along the way, you’ll hear stories about our winegrowers, whose skill and dedication in the vineyards lay the foundation for our wines. You’ll step behind doors normally closed to visitors and see how artisan knowledge, technology and passion come together in perfect harmony. Your tour ends with a tasting of selected wines – from fresh, aromatic whites with delicate minerality to full-bodied, characterful reds from our finest vineyards. An experience that begins in the glass and remains in the memory.

Sonja will provide you with information about the South Tyrolean Alpine apple, variety overview, cultivation methods, field work, processing, and marketing. You can expect a tasting of apples and apple juice from a local producer, along with a short walk through nearby orchards. Duration is approximately 1.5 hours. A minimum of 4 participants is required. Meeting point is directly at the Kalterer Moos farm No. 16, Pomaria Court, after the Moos Bar (gas station towards Auer) 20 meters. Contact the Apple Ambassador at +39 348 0358660.

Guided tour of the Terlan's wine path. You will hear (only in German language) about the history of winegrowing, the vineyard plots, the varieties, the vine-training systems, and the estates and mansions you will encounter on the path. Space: 2 hours. Participation is free of charge. Registration required at the Terlan Tourist Office.

Exploring Bolzano: a cultural journey with Speck tasting. A unique culinary experience to discover the historic center of Bolzano and South Tyrol’s Speck g.g.A., one of the region’s most renowned quality products. The Speck Safari is offered in collaboration with the South Tyrol Speck Consortium and provides a dual experience: First, a city guide takes the group through the old town of Bolzano, sharing fascinating stories and insights about the city’s history. Afterward, the participants meet with the Speck Ambassador, who introduces them to the world of South Tyrolean Speck. The ambassador explains the history, production methods, and quality guidelines of the famous Speck. The tour concludes with a tasting of South Tyrolean Speck g.g.A. and a fine glass of wine in a traditional tavern. » Departure: 3 p.m. from the information office in Piazza del Grano 11 » Duration: approx. 2 hours » Fee: 22€; children up to 6 years free, 6 to 14 years 12€ » Bilingual Italian/German » Min. 6, Max. 20 participants » Registration possible until 12:00 PM on the day of the tour

Experience the unique contrasts of Bolzano: Tyrolean Baroque und Medieval meet monumental Italian architecture of the 1920s and 1930s. Discover the harmonious interplay of two cultures – Tyrolean tradition and Mediterranean lightness – on a tour through the old town and impressive buildings from the period between the wars. To conclude, a small tasting of artisanal gelato awaits you at the selected gelateria "Felicità", located inside the Sparkassenstreet in Bolzano – offering flavors that range from classic to truly original. A visit that perfectly combines culture and pleasure! When: Every Friday Meeting Point: 10:30 AM at the Information Office at Kornplatz 11 Duration: 2 hours Language: German & Italian Participants: max. 25 Price: € 10 adults; free with Bolzano Bozen Card (except Bolzano Bozen Card Mobility) and for children under 14 years Reservation required

A lively tour, enlivened by multimedia animations and demonstrations of many working devices, makes the visit an exciting and unique experience for all the senses. Guided tours: every Friday at 10 a.m. from April to October. November to March and special tours on request +39 3382032429

The apple tours in Appiano with our expert Hans, offer a unique opportunity to get to know the fascinating world of apple growing and processing. Appiano is proud of its rich apple tradition and invites visitors to learn more about this popular fruit growing. During the apple tours you will have the opportunity to dive directly into the apple orchards and learn from Hans everything about the cultivation, care and harvesting of apples. You will be amazed at how much knowledge and care is behind each apple.

Guided panoramic hike through the picturesque vineyard landscape of Eppan with unique, historical insights into private castles and manors. End the exclusive discovery tour with a glass of Pinot Blanc "Schulthauser" from the winery St. Michael | Eppan with picnic possibility. Price 20,00€

Historic stately residence with a dignified atmosphere. Here, history, culture and viticulture are impressively combined. Thick walls, old cellars and venerable walls tell of the past and the everlasting charm of the estate.

Carriage ride with "Pferdemayer" through vineyards and apple fields around Tramin. Stop in a local winery, in a distillery with tastings and Coffee stop. Duration 90 minutes. On hot summer days the tour starts at 5 pm. Reservation Tourist office Tramin the day before. Minimum of 8 persons and maximum of 12 persons. Individual guides on request.

First, you will gain insight into the seasonal work processes and learn firsthand how the grape makes its way into the bottle. After a tour of the Gothic cellars dating back to the 14th century, various wines will be tasted with the cellar master in the new tasting room. The tour usually lasts 2 hours. At 4:30 pm only in German!

The morning begins with the sonorous melodies of the women's string quartet "Ladies in Dress" in the historic Elena Walch winery. Since its founding in 2012, the ensemble – Ursula Mühlberger (1st violin), Viktoria Gögele (2nd violin), Ester Carturan (viola), and Lucia Suchanska (cello) – has delighted audiences with a repertoire ranging from classical to tango, jazz and film music to pop and rock. With elegance, the musicians give popular music a new sonic guise, creating a unique concert experience. Following this, the winery opens its doors for a journey of discovery into the historic cellar. Elena Walch's award-winning wines are created in the former Jesuit monastery using a blend of traditional and modern techniques. The charming contrast between artfully carved wooden barrels and the state-of-the-art fermentation cellar perfectly reflects the identity and versatility of the winery.. Following the concert, there will be a tasting of selected wines in the estate's park, where you'll have the opportunity to experience it for yourself! Venue: Elena Walch Winery Address: Elena Walch Winery, A.-Hofer-Straße 1, 39040 Tramin Concert begins: 10:00 AM Concert lasts: approximately 70–80 minutes

Take a guided tour through the historic old town of Bolzano. Visit Waltherplatz, Kornplatz, the fruit market, and the famous Lauben. Discover priceless works of art in the most significant churches of the city and immerse yourself in the fascinating history of Bolzano as a trading city. Along our route, we will explore medieval streets, the barrel makers' alley, the traditional Torgglhaus, and the Weintörl near the cathedral. When: Every Saturday (and Public Holidays) Meeting Point: 10:30 AM at the Information Office at Kornplatz 11 Duration: 2 hours Language: German & Italian Participants: max. 25 Price: 10 € standard ticket; free for children up to 14 years old and holders of the Bolzano Bozen Card (excluding the Bolzano Bozen Card Mobility); for more information, please contact our office Reservation required

From the fruit to the distillate - visit and tasting at the distillery Ortler.

Wine and art are playing a very important role at the Eberlehof winery. After visiting the vineyards, there’s a tour through the winery, where you can have a peek at the wine cellar and the wine production process. Lastly a wine tasting of quality wine accompanied with South Tyrolean Speck, cheese and Schüttelbrot. Time: 15:00 – 17:00, Saturday all-the-year Place: Eberlehof Winery, Santa Maddalena di Sotto 26, 39100 Bolzano Duration: about 2 hours Participation fee: 30,00 € 27,00 € (with Bolzano Bozen Card) Reservation: Registration required under tel. +39 0471 981918 o info@weingut-eberlehof.it

A guided tasting of four wines from the Pfitscher Family, offering a journey into their style and winemaking philosophy. What is included - Tasting of 4 wines - Breadsticks and water

A guided tasting of four wines from the Pfitscher Family, offering a journey into their style and winemaking philosophy. What is included - Tasting of 4 wines - Breadsticks and water

A guided tasting of four wines from the Pfitscher Family, offering a journey into their style and winemaking philosophy. What is included - Tasting of 4 wines - Breadsticks and water

Embark on a fascinating tour of the architectural and cultural highlights of Bolzano's Old Town. Depending on availability, we will visit the Landtag session hall, the Mercantile building with its magnificent hall and historic cellar spaces, as well as the elegant Palais Pock. Discover the rich history and expressive architecture of these special places. On the 20th October 2025 the Landtag Palace will be close to visitors. Meeting Point: 10:30 AM at the Information Office at Kornplatz 11 Duration: 2 hours Language: German & Italian Participants: max. 25 Price: €10 Adults;free for children up to 14 years old and holders of the Bolzano Bozen Card (excluding the Bolzano Bozen Card Mobility). For more information, please contact our office Reservation required

We begin with a walk through the vineyards, where we explain what makes our sites unique and how we work in harmony with nature. In the winery, we show you the key steps of winemaking and give insight into our way of working. Afterwards, we taste our wines together. We’ll talk about the differences between each wine, their origins, and what makes them special. It’s a great opportunity to experience our craft up close – right where the wine is made.