Alto Adige is one of Italy’s most fascinating wine-producing regions. It is no coincidence that it is home to one of the oldest routes entirely dedicated to wine. The Alto Adige Wine Road passes through around 16 municipalities, including the provincial capital, Bolzano. The region boasts approximately 4,250 hectares of vineyards, which account for most of its wine production. Here’s a guide to the towns along the route and what to see.
This scenic route runs at the foot of the Dolomites, following the course of the River Adige. The entire Wine Road stretches around 150 kilometres, making it one of Italy’s longest and most varied wine routes. he journey begins in Nalles, north of Bolzano, and winds southwards to Salorno, close to the border with the province of Trento.
