Dolomites and South Tirol

Sunny and mountainous, the Northern Dolomites are Italy’s better-tempered version of Innsbruck. Limestone peaks tower high above lush meadows backed by blue sky, differing considerably from the sometimes moody Alps. Skiers and snowboarders won’t be disappointed; however, the region is home to Alpe di Siusi, Europe’s largest high-alpine meadow. Luxe resorts, mouth-watering strudel and storybook backdrops are abundant, with plenty of panoramic summits to explore on foot. This bicultural region is decidedly heavy on the German vibe, with most signs appearing in both Italian and German. South Tirol, acquired from Austria after World War I, still reflects vestiges of the old world, with quaint towns and hut-like farms dotting the hillsides. Get truly lost in the village province of Castelrotto where the 250-foot bell tower is the main attraction and locals still dress in traditional garb. Take a break from pastas and pizza and try a traditional Tirolean dish of stinco di maiale, roasted pork shank garnished with potatoes.

Anterselva Di Sotto

Arco

Avelengo

Badia

Bozen

Breguzzo

Bressanone

Brixen

Bruneck

Campo Di Trens

Carano

Castelrotto

Cogolo Di Pejo

Commezzadura

Cortinad' Ampezzo

Dimaro

Dobbiaco

Faedo

Fie Allo Sciliar

Folgaria

Lana

Latsch

Lavarone

Lavis

Levico Terme

Madonna Di Campiglio

Marlengo

Mattarello

Meran

Meran Obermais

Merano

Mezzana

Moena

Molveno

Naturns

Nova Levante

Nova Ponente

Oberbozen

Olang

Ora

Pinzolo

Ratschings

Riva Del Garda

Rodeneck

Ronzone

Rovereto

San Candido

San Martino Di Castrozza

Santa Cristina Val Gardena

Sarnonico

Scena

Segonzano

Seis Am Schlern

Sesto

Sexten

Tirolo

Toblach

Torbole Sul Garda

Trent

Val Senales

Valdaora

Valle Aurina

Vattaro

Velturno

Vigo Di Fassa

Vilpiano