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Women of Bolzano

Bolzano

Art & Culture, Private tour, Walking Tour

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€45.00

Duration

2 hours

Tour Type

History & Culture

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Overview

Discover the city of Bolzano through the lives of some powerful women that with their talents and skills contributed to the historical development of the city and the legacy they left behind. Discover their struggles, success and achievements from your guide at each stops.

Highlights

Learn the stories of 5 women and their connections to the town.
Explore hidden corners and artistic gems.
Enjoy a private guide just for you and your group.
Sample an aperitivo at a woman’s led business.

MEETING POINT | Walther Square. Your guide will be waiting for you underneath the statue. Alternatively, at the lobby of your accommodation in Bolzano

DEPARTURE TIME | 10:00 AM or 2.00 PM

RETURN TIME | 12:00 PM or 4PM

WEAR | Comfortable shoes

WHO SHOULD TAKE IT | This is tour is suitable for those interested in an historical woman’s perspective

WEATHER CONDITIONS | The tour takes place rain or shine

MORE INFO | Customization of this tour possible upon request

TERMS & CONDITIONS | Fully refundable for cancellations received 72 hours before departure. For cancellation within 2 day(s) prior, a 100% penalty.

Included

Professional Tour Guide
Aperitivo

Lunch
Tour Guide gratuity
Personal expenses

Itinerary

1. Tour Starts

Meet your English speaking guide under the statue of Walther von der Vogelweide or at your accommodation and start by learning the medieval history of the town and ancient county of Tirol through the story of Margarethe of Tirol, the last countess and how her actions influenced and shaped the future of the region.

2. Historical & Culture Experience

You’ll dive right away into the very heart of the Medieval city center, by passing by the main sights: the centuries old Market Square and the Medieval Arches. Discover how thanks to a bright, and forward thinking policy implemented by a young Claudia de Medici, Bolzano flourished financially and artistically in the 17th century, and became even more an attractive market town for merchants from both the German-speaking and mediterranean world.

3. The Hapsburg influence

Continue the tour enjoying more Bolzano hidden artistic gems, like the Franciscan Monastery and its connection to one of the most important female member of the Austrian Empire. Enjoy the peace of the cloister and the marvelous frescos while listening to the story and legends from your guide.

4. Tour Ends

Along the tour, stop at two important historical palaces and learn about the stories of the women that lived left their mark there. Finally to end the tour in style, enjoy an aperitivo in a woman’s led business where you can share your thoughts and impressions on the . At the end, you’re free to continue exploring the town on your own or ask you guide for suggestions and directions.