Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Cathedral
(Piazza Parrocchia; 9.30am-5.30pm Mon-Sat)
This splendid Gothic cathedral is Bolzano's
most emblematic building, its imposing spires backed by the equally Gothic peaks of the
not-so-distant Dolomites.
CATHEDRAL
DON'T MISS
BEER & SAUSAGE
In Canazei, look out for the fork-wielding Ladin sausage cook; his roadside stall, just off Piazza Mar-
coni, draws queues of ravenous skiers all winter long.
Activities
Bolzano's trio of cable cars whisk you up out of the city, affording spectacular views over
the city and valley floor, then of terraced vineyards, tiny farms, ancient mountain chapels
and towering peaks beyond. The respective villages are delightful destinations in them-
selves or jumping off points for rambles or serious hikes.
Funivia del Renon
(Via Renon; one way/return €6/10)
The journey over the Renon (Ritten) plateau to Sopra-
bolzano (Oberbozen) runs along the world's longest single track, stretching for 4.56km,
passing over eerie red earth pyramids.
CABLE CAR
Funivia del Colle
(Via Campegno 4; one way/return €5/6.50)
This is the world's oldest cable car, dreamt up by a
canny inn-keeper in 1908.
CABLE CAR
Funivia San Genesio
(Via Sarentino; one way/return €3.50/6)
An ultra-steep ascent takes you to the beautiful terraced
village of San Genesio (Jenesien), where there are roof-of-the-world views and forest
trails to follow.
CABLE CAR
Salewa Cube
(
ROCK CLIMBING
0471 188 6867;
www.salewa-cube.com
;
Via Waltraud-Gebert-Deeg, Bolzano Sud; daily entrance €12/
9am-11pm)
Part of the outdoor clothing empire's HQ, this is Italy's largest indoor
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