The province of Bolzano, also known as South Tyrol or Alto Adige, borders nearby Austria with which it was connected until a few decades ago. Throughout the province of Bolzano bilingualism is present and the population speaks both German and Italian.
The Alto Adige, as well as Trentino (the territory of the province of Trento is called this) represent a genuine tourist attraction. Far from being a harsh and rough area, here nature is generous with alpine landscapes rich in flora and typical animals such as chamois, roe deer, ibex, and deer. The territory is truly valuable, so much that many areas of the region are protected and also the Stelvio National Park has been established.
From these mountains emerge valleys with fairy-tale outlines: Val Venosta, Valdaora, Val Pusteria, Val Gardena in Alto Adige and Ledro Valley, Val di Non, Val di Sole, Val di Fassa, Val di Fiemme and Val Lagarina and others in Trentino.
The Trentino territory is rich in alpine lakes and to the south it is dotted with vineyards (the Trentino grappas are renowned) and orchards (the apples from Val di Non are famous and exported worldwide). The waterfalls are very beautiful here, numerous and spectacular especially in winter when, freezing, they become true ice walls.
The most cosmopolitan place in Trentino is undoubtedly Madonna di Campiglio, a winter tourism destination, as well as Folgarida, San Martino di Castrozza, Marilleva, and Peio. In Alto Adige stand out Merano, Ortisei, San Candido, Brunico, Bressanone, and Vipiteno. Trentino Alto Adige is an ideal region for trips and vacations any time of year given the territorial characteristics that offer numerous accommodation opportunities 365 days a year.
