English, German, Italian
Language
2-8
Small Group
All year
Offered
4 hours
Duration

Discover the neighborhood of Gries, famous for the Lagrein Wine one of South Tyrol’s indigenous grape. Gries was a separate village and widely known as Spa Town during the XIX century, when the area was under the rule of the Austrian-Hungarian Empire.

✓ Enjoy a panoramic hike and learn about its Habsburg’s legacy
✓ Explore the neighborhood of Gries and its magnificent churches
✓ Reward yourself with a tasting of Lagrein Wine and a light lunch
✓ Private English speaking guide for you and your group 

MEETING POINT Walther Square or at the lobby of your hotel
DEPARTURE TIME All year, on request
RETURN TIME Depending on departure time.
WEAR Comfortable shoes & clothes, in summer a hat and sunblock
INCLUDED
English speaking guide
Lagrein Wine tasting and light lunch
Bottle of water

NOT INCLUDED
Transportation
Hiking sticks (available on request)

Who should take it
For those 18 and older with valid ID

Weather conditions
​In case of bad weather, the tour will not operate

1

Tour starts

Meet your private guide under the Statue of Walther v. der Vogelweide or at your hotel lobby  and start your Hike and Lagrein Wine Tasting tour. The pleasant hike will start from the very heart of the historical center to the neighborhood of Gries, passing by the “New Bolzano”, the city that was built between the 20’s and 30’s. Your guide will point out the very distinctive architectural style connected to the time when the city was under the Fascism regime.
2

Historical and Cultural Experience

Arriving to Gries will make you wonder if your still in Bolzano! As a matter of fact, this neighborhood was annexed to the city limit only in 1925, and therefore it has retained its own character and vibe. Still today, local inhabitants like to think they are not from Bolzano! Find out why Gries is the best growing area for the indigenous grape of Lagrein, and the role of the Augustiner Monks in its production.
3

Panoramic view of Bolzano

You’ll reach the Guncina Promenade, one of the most beautiful of promenades. Built in 1892, was dedicated to the Archduke Heinrich Anton of Austria. It leads in serpentines up the slope past cactus and other plants like Magnolias, Japanese hemp palms, holm oaks and cork trees, agaves, yuccas. A real botanical heaven! Following the path, you’ll reach a local wine producer, where we will enjoy some Lagrein wine and a light lunch (cheese, Speck, cold cuts and bread) and soak in the beautiful view over the city of Bolzano.
4

Tour ends

On the way back stop at Piazza Gries to admire the Old Parish Church and the Augustiner baroque Parish of Muri-Gries with its winery (not visitable), and quick stop at their wine shop for additional wine tastings. On the way back it is possible to take the public transportation for a short ride to Walter Square (tickets not included).

Difficulty: Easy
Distance: Approx. 7 km/4 mi.
Ascent: 180 mt/590 ft
Descent: 180 mt/590 ft
Duration of hike: 2h30
Important information: Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes and in summer a hat and sunblock.

Meeting point:

Piazza Walther – Walther Square, 39100 Bolzano. Your guide will be waiting for you underneath the statue or at your hotel lobby
Please call +39 366 227 6538 if you need further assistance.

Terms and conditions:

The tour is fully refundable if the cancellation is received 72 hours before departure. For cancellations within 2 day(s) prior, a 100 % penalty will apply.

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