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It took a few days to get my bearings in Alto Adige.
The village of Santa Maddalena with the Dolomites behind in Alto Adige, Italy.
Yet Alto Adige is undoubtedly a year-round destination, with unparalleled access to the natural world.
For the less active, the region incorporates mountain herbs and botanicals into its coveted spa culture.
Heres how to explore Alto Adige to the fullest.
Photo: Courtesy of Castel Hörtenberg
Barley soup, polenta, and ratatouille are also culinary staples at these down-to-earth farmhouses.
Dont missLowengrubein Bolzano (if youre with a large group, book their wine cellar) andLaurin Restaurant.
Finally, the pinnacle of dessert is apple strudel, served warm with a dollop of whipped cream.
Photo: Courtesy of Gasthof Kohlern
Theres also high-altitude cross-country skiing in the Antholzertal valley and snowshoe hikes along high plateaus.
(For a fashion fix, visit Vanity and Rili Atelier for Milano-designed clothing and leather accessories.)
Meanwhile, destination spas across the region incorporate centuries-old traditions of hay baths and mountain pine treatments.
Courtesy of Forestis
Tyrolean dumplings at a restaurant in Alto Adige.
Skiing in the Dolomites.
Photo: Jillian Dara
