Salurn on the South Tyrolean Wine Route

Salurn, the southern-most town in the South of South Tyrol, is greatly influenced by its unique position on the German-Italian language boundary. A stroll through the historic center of town with its impressive manors, buildings dating back to the Renaissance and Baroque epochs, the picturesque lanes and archways all contribute to the town’s special flair. The majestic Haderburg is a medieval fortress looming over the town – and serves as its trademark.

Culture and leisure-time activities: Salurn has much to offer. The idyllic higher-altitude villages of Buchholz and Gfrill as well as the Trudner Horn Nature Park (which lies within city limits) provide ample opportunity for extensive hiking and biking.

The mighty Haderburg fortress is certainly worth a closer look. The permanent exhibition in the City Hall building gives an in-depth understanding of the historical importance of this site (not just of today’s ruins).

Festivals, concerts, and other entertaining cultural events are held here throughout the year and promise plenty of enjoyment.

Outing destinations

The Noldin Haus is the ideal starting-point for countless different outings. The provincial capital of Bozen / Bolzano is just 30 minutes away by car. The famed curative town of Meran / Merano can be reached in only 45 minutes. Brixen / Bressanone, the seat of the historic bishopric, is just an hour away.

Salurn straddles the Mediterranean south and the Alpine north. The cities of Verona, Venice, and Innsbruck can be reached in about 1.5 to 3 hours, and are thus ideal destinations for day-trips!

In Verona, you might want to wander through and admire the magnificent “Arena of Verona.” It is one of the best-preserved amphitheaters dating back to Roman times. Today, the famed opera festival is held here in the summer months, as well as various other operas and concerts. You might also want to catch a glimpse of the famous balcony from Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliette.” Further worthwhile destinations include the cathedral of Santa Maria Matricolare, the Piazza delle Erbe, or a visit at the Archeological Museum.

The port city of Venice should not be missed! It is home to innumerable artistic and cultural treasures, including St. Marco Square, the Rialto Bridge, as well as many churches and palaces. Venice encompasses a total of 118 islands sprinkled throughout a unique laguna. The buildings, bridges, and squares of this incomparable city were erected on wooden pilings.

Innsbruck, the capital of the Austrian state of Tyrol, likewise has many impressive treasures to offer. The “Golden Roof” – the city’s trademark – is covered with 2,657 fire-gilded copper shingles and is one of a kind in Europe. The Bergisel Arena offers a wonderful view of the city of Innsbruck, and the Alpine Zoo (the highest-altitude zoo in Europe) is always worth a visit.