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

Discover the neighborhood of Santa Maddalena famous for the Schiava Wine, one of South Tyrol’s indigenous grape. Enjoy an easy hike and a wine tasting with a light lunch at a local wine producer.

✓ Discover one of the local grape at a family run wine producer
✓ Enjoy a nice and panoramic hike starting from your centrally located hotel
✓ Learn about the history and tradition of South Tyrolean wines
✓ 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
Wine tasting (4 wines), light lunch
Bottle of water

NOT INCLUDED

Transportation
Hiking sticks ( available on request)
  Optional tips

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 Schiava Tasting tour that will lead you from the very heart of the historical center to the hills of Santa Maddalena. The area is famous for the production of the Schiava  Wine, one of South Tyrol’s indigenous grape. While leaving the city behind, you will learn how wine has been a vital element for the city of Bolzano since the Middle Ages.
2

Historical and Cultural Experience

With your guide, you will walk following the Talvera Creek on the famous Talvera Promenade, considered the green lung of the city, thanks to its many sport facilities, lush green fields, and the perfect location for family picnics. Along the way enjoy  the view of historical manors, castles and countless vineyards, while listening to their  stories and fun facts.
3

Panoramic view of Bolzano


While your guide will explain you why this area  has the perfect terroir for wine making, following the serpentine trail you willl reach the village of Santa Maddalena and visit a little church, where there is the biggest frescoes collection related to the Sacred Graal. *The inside visit of the church is subject to availability.
4

Tour ends

After the visit, stop to a local winery for a wine tasting and a light lunch (cheese, bread, Speck and cold cuts). Learn about their wine making process and tradition. Following the lunch return to your hotel on foot, entering the historical center from a different point and end this circular excursion where you started.

Difficulty: Easy
Distance: Approx. 7 km/4 mi.
Ascent: 140 mt/459 ft
Descent: 150 mt/492 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.