Definately worth a visit, this museum is really interesting and beautifully curated. There are fabulous pieces of art dotted all around and every space is utilised really well. Even if you're not hugely into mountaineering, the museum itself is so well designed that there's enough there for everyone. You can walk along the walls and up the towers, but be advised that you would have to be ok climbing as there are a lot of steps, and there's a bit of a rough path to walk from the carpark. There's also a lovely cafe in a pretty setting. I would highly recommend the museum as it was a half a day well spent .

Amazing museum in a fantastic location. You can lose yourself for hours among panoramas, spirituality and the meaning of mountaineering. Separate segments paint a glorious - although at times sad - picture of life among mountains tops. Great museum

Well designed and varied mountaineering museum located in Sigmundskron Castle just outside Bolzano. Interesting exhibitions and also a nice view over the valley.

It is a unique place to deeply explore hiking history.. Must visit if you like history, fortress, and hiking.

Don’t be fooled, the museum is bigger than it looks from the outside! It was super cool and lots of interesting exhibits to see. We loved the flow of it. The parking is a satellite parking area - it’s confusing but apparently you pay for parking after not when you first pull in.

Not terrible, but would say if you’re looking for a museum about mountaineering and climbing this isn’t for you. Mostly just lots of different paintings of mountains (which after you’ve seen some can get a bit repetitive). Also no real explanations about anything and mostly slightly generic quotes lining the walls. Nice setting and cafe. Would have been good to hear more about the expeditions and the climbing itself.

Not really a museum disappointing for anyone expecting a story First of all, this is not a museum in the traditional sense — it’s more of a gallery filled with various objects that are in some way connected to Reinhold Messner. There are no explanations or context provided, and by the time you reach the end, someone who came in not knowing who Messner was will likely still have no idea. That’s a real shame, considering how fascinating and unique his life has been. There’s no narrative, no personal story, no background on the exhibits — just items on display. If you’re not deeply into alpinism or mountaineering, you’ll likely be confused and left with more questions than answers. But even if you are interested in those things, the lack of depth or storytelling makes the experience quite flat and unsatisfying. The only real positive is the location — the castle is beautiful and the views are stunning. But unfortunately, that alone doesn’t make up for what this museum lacks.

Exceptional opportunity to be up close to medieval art in addition to the castle itself. The frescos are beautiful and interesting. It’s slightly arduous getting up the steep cobblestone path to the castle but you’re rewarded with a very nice cafe/bar (we got a great snack plate and two beers for €15). The castle tour is self-guided using an app you download. Was pretty intuitive. The castle is great, but equally great are the views of the valley below.

One of the best castle visits I’ve ever had. It’s a unique place—beautiful, small, yet very complete. The wall frescoes are spectacular, and we really enjoyed both the stories and the spaces. I highly recommend visiting with the audio guide, as it makes the experience even richer. The staff are lovely, and the entrance fee of only €10 is very affordable and well worth it. Overall, we truly loved the visit and it’s definitely worth going.

I recommend to pre download the audio guide. It takes like 2 hours or more to see everything if you want to read everything. It is interesting and they have some games and a movie section.

Absolutely brilliant castle, with beautifully preserved frescoes. It is a great visit and is extremely interesting. We particularly enjoyed the nre education centre, where we learned a great deal and engaged with the exhibits. The castle cat was a real nonus as was the restaurant. Excellent!!!

Beautiful castle that is worth visiting. We had fun, lots of interactive entertainment. We were lucky to meet furry princess there as well😄

Nice Castle, definitely recommended. Pretty decent cappuccino in a shady spot in the courtyard. Ride a bike, park at the bottom of the steep cobbles or ride up the road if you have the gears for it.

When we visited there at 4pm, most of exhibition rooms are closed and we couldn’t see match stuff. There is restaurant and open cafe. If you visit there for lunch or some coffee, you may have different opinions.

The Pellegrino Pass is one of those rare places where nature, serenity, and breathtaking alpine beauty meet in perfect harmony. Located in the heart of the Dolomites, this mountain pass offers a spectacular blend of rugged peaks, rolling meadows, and panoramic views that seem almost surreal. Whether you're an avid hiker, a skier, or simply someone seeking tranquillity and inspiration in nature, the Pellegrino Pass delivers an unforgettable experience. The trails are exceptionally well maintained and suitable for all levels. During the warmer months, you’re surrounded by vibrant wildflowers and crisp mountain air, while winter transforms the landscape into a pristine snowy wonderland ideal for skiing and snowshoeing. The views from the top are unparalleled—depending on the light, the limestone peaks burst into shades of pink and gold, especially during sunrise and sunset. Local mountain huts offer warm hospitality and authentic regional cuisine, making it easy to recharge with a hearty meal or coffee while soaking in the scenery. Accessibility is straightforward, yet without feeling overcrowded, allowing visitors to genuinely connect with the natural environment. In short, the Pellegrino Pass is a hidden gem in the Dolomites—peaceful, picturesque, and worthy of more recognition. Whether for adventure or relaxation, it’s a destination that commands admiration and invites you to return.

Nice trip uphill, not so difficult, but a bit strenght needed. We didint climb to the self mountain, but areas around were also beautiful. You can see the view from both sides. As noticed, not so many tourists around. Several directions to reach the tops with a view.

The Dolomites in Italy are simply breathtaking! The majestic mountain peaks, crystal-clear lakes, and charming alpine villages make it one of the most beautiful places I have ever visited. The air is fresh, the views are unforgettable, and every season offers something unique — from skiing in the winter to hiking and flower-filled meadows in the summer. The local food is delicious, and the hospitality of the people makes the experience even more special. Truly a paradise for nature lovers and adventure seekers!

Amazing mountins for climbing, walking, treking. I loved it. Huts really nice. Free WiFi.

One of the best skies areas in the world! The variety of ski slopes is amazing, from almost flop to the top 10 sharpest slopes in the Europe. It is definitely not cheap (average cup of coffee is 3-3,5€) but it absolutely worth it!

Everyone should visit the Dolomites, a unique UNESCO site. Here you can enjoy the view of the Dolomites, croissants are baked on site, hot and with strawberries. We spent an unforgettable time with the children and mother.

The hike supposed to be rated easy but still difficult for me especially the slop of almost 30deg. But I would say the views were awesome and must visit once in a lifetime. Suggest those that physical not fit enough to turn back may be after hike for 1 to 1.5 hours. Still enough views to enjoy

Don’t miss this place for a piece of peace and nice ambient. Entrance is for free

Franziscan monastery of Bolzano, very beautiful modern stained glass inside

Great serene church with historical fresco.

The portico has a very good story of the creation of the Franciscan Church, we enjoyed it.

A gem hidden from view.

It's a very nice place. Please be respectful and be silent.

A nice place to visit when you are in the city centre.

Charming spot near the center of Bolzano, just a short walk from the cathedral. The restaurant is located on a picturesque, cobbled street with lovely outdoor seating under the arcades — perfect for people-watching and enjoying the local atmosphere. Service was quick and efficient. I tried a regional specialty: a selection of Hirschknödel (venison dumplings) with different flavors, served with a warm bacon salad — a typical South Tyrolean dish that was both tasty and interesting. I also had the tagliatelle with wild boar ragù, another local classic. The sauce was flavorful and well prepared, though the pasta itself was slightly overcooked and oddly short, as if it had been cut — a bit of a shame. Still, considering the central location and overall good quality of the food, the prices were quite reasonable. A solid and honest place I’d recommend for a casual meal while strolling through Bolzano.

This restaurant is steeped in history. The staff is professional and friendly. The menu is more Südtirol-style than typical Italian. The Wienerschnitzel, made authentically with veal, was tender and fried to perfection. The Knödel also had a unique flavor I haven't tasted in Germany. I would highly recommend this place.

Really beautiful restaurant with a notable history. The food is wonderful and was a Michelin star rated restaurant. I ordered the Gulash, Rigatoni and Schnitzel. All three courses were delicious and hinted an Italian and German fusion. I recommend getting a reservation.

Quaint restaurant featuring local tyrolian cuisine. It’s a vibrant spot and institution in town amongst locals and tourists. I found the dishes good especially the octopus and grilled steak with mushrooms. However, I did find the service a bit lacking, not very detail oriented and one may have to repeat their request. Other than that a must try in Bolzano.

Authentic place with South Tyrolean cuisine. When booking, ask for a table either outside on the street or on the first floor - the second and third floors don’t really have the same atmosphere. The food is excellent, exactly what you need in this region: the must-try canederli (traditional bread dumplings made with speck or cheese and best enjoyed in broth), amazing chanterelle mushrooms (now in season), and veal head. The goulash is wonderful, and even the kids’ schnitzel is absolutely delicious.

The meals we had - ravioli and Schnitzel - were both delicious, portions were nice too, but the inside dining area is uncomfortably hot, however if you opt to eat outside, you need to share the airspace with smokers.

This was a super tasty wiener schnitzel. We actually came without looking at reviews because this place was always packed when passing by, so one day we dropped in earlier for lunch and even then there was no more seating in the outside or first floor, but luckily still plenty of seating upstairs, which also completely filled up rather quickly. Food was very tasty and I regret not ordering more that day as this was one of the best restaurants I dined at while in Bolzano. It was only later while searching for best wiener schnitzl in Bolzano that this place consistently showed up. Also, the environment is quite cozy, and you can imagine the long history of this restaurant. Only downside is service is quite slooooow, which is pretty much standard in this area.

A beloved local spot where you feel instantly at home. The kind of place where the food feeds your soul — hearty, flavorful dishes served in generous portions. The beer is outstanding, brewed with care and character, and the atmosphere buzzes with the warmth of Bolzano’s locals. A perfect stop for those who seek authenticity, good company, and a taste of true South Tyrolean life.

The beer was good and it was nice sitting outside. The pretzel was just okay. The mixed salad hit the spot and was fresh. Our other food was really good but I forget what we had. The meat and cheese board looked good. I would say it's a good place to get a beer and check out for the historical aspect.

Fantastic brew pub , superb selection of beers on tap and the bottle. Great selection of North Tyrol cuisine with Austrian and German influence with Italian flavours

Great place to take a dinner and drink artesian beer. I tried the goulash and highly recommend it, it’s a good typical dish. The service and atmosphere are amazing.

We ended up coming here twice during our 3 day stay in Bolzano - once planned and the second time due to it being one of the only places open on a rainy Sunday. The stinco was good, the sides were very generous and tasty but unfortunately the skin was not crunchy and inedible. The pork ribs were a little dry but for the value it’s decent. The second time we ordered pulled pork burgers after a long day hike and it was maybe one of the worst burgers we’ve had (not pictured)… I am not sure the pulled pork is actually made in house and the burger bread was soft and soggy and reminiscent of McDonald’s buns. Maybe we got unlucky. Definitely a better place for German food and delicious beer!

This place offered good typical food. The service was very fast and it was a bit difficult to find a seat inside. Overall recommended

Pretty good meat dishes, a little tough but still enjoyable. Good dessert platter too to share.

We had lunch here. Great local restaurant with nice atmosphere. You can sit inside or outside if the weather is ok. They serve Italian and Austrian food and both were pretty good. The service was friendly and ok. They have a few day specialties, ask about them before you order!

I had to convince my family to wait with dinner till 18:30 (when they open), but it was totally worth it. We were probably the only customers for like half an hour. For that reason the service was really fast. I had the filled pasta with a butter sauce. Despite the interesting looks It was perfectly cooked and delicious!! My family was also really positive about the salmon.

A wonderful and atmospheric spot in the center of Bolzano. We really appreciated that they accept reservations. The menu leans a bit toward the Italian side, but also features seasonal dishes with chanterelles and South Tyrolean specialties. The chanterelle risotto was outstanding — truly a highlight of the evening. Service was warm and personal, and the wine list is excellent, with staff giving thoughtful recommendations. We loved the evening atmosphere: as it got dark, the cozy outdoor seating with warm light felt magical.

The restaurant is located along a narrow alleyway which added to the charm. The staff were friendly, and the service was quick. The food was not mind blowing, but it was filling. I had the spinach and cheese ravioli.

Food was typical südtyrolish (gulash and schnitzell), very honest balance between price and quantity/quality. Personally not fan of these heavy meals but if you have to try, try here, they do it typically. A lot of Italian tourists, quick and nice service and the most important trump up the sleeve, it is open on Sundays !

Was craving a wiener schnitzel as my final meal in Bolzano before leaving (after a long two week business trip). This place turned up on several reviews and I must say it did not disappoint. Food was very good and I would come back. Service was rather slow though, but they were having a busy night with a huge entourage of American tourists.

Best goulash I’ve ever we had! We had the lasagna, steak, ravioli, and schnitzel and it was all fantastic. Our hotel recommended it and we quickly found out why once we tried the food. It’s a great mix of Tyrolean and German food.

Very nice place with outdoor seating. We had to wait for like 20mns to get an outdoor seating but worth the wait. Very good service the food came quite quickly. I had the tuna and egg salad and the Schultzkrafpen (type of pasta with spinach and ricotta without the sauce) and hubby ate the pork ribs which as you can see from the photo devoured them saying they were a delicatessen. Very fairly priced around €20 per person.

Even though it’s a touristy place, the food was way above expectations! The freshly brewed beer was fantastic, the sausages with sauerkraut had just the right balance, and the cranberry sauce with the schnitzel was absolutely unforgettable. We sat outside, enjoyed the atmosphere, and my family couldn’t have been happier with our lunch.

Great place to stop for lunch near the Bolzano fresh fruits and flowers market. The knodel was pretty delicious. But the best is the craft beer house brewed. Super smooth and refreshing on a hot summer day. It might be a little crowded but just get a stray menu, find an empty seat and call for a waiter and order. They are busy but it’s worth the wait. Even if you are not hungry or don’t feel like eating, at least try the beer

Was there during the weekend for a lunch. Nice atmosphere, dinning outside, waitresses organized and friendly. We didn’t wait for so long for the service. Food was delicious. I ordered a bistecca di lombata di vitello - local veal loin steak with chanterelle sauce, potatoes and green beans with bacon; cabbage salad and the sin after - Topfenknödel. Everything was excellent, meet was melting in the mouth basically. Dessert delicious. I would highly recommend visiting this restaurant. Big plus as they work during all the day and they don’t close from 15-18h, as we arrived around 15:30h for a lunch, which is late for the Italian standards 😅 Excellent quality price ratio. We are looking forward to coming back to this restaurant in the future.

Gulash was very tasyt. But the rest of the food was mid. Soup was to salty and portion was small. Special beer was very good.

This is a very nice restaurant. The food is quite good, with some very good prices (as an example we payed 12€ for the spare ribs). The location is also excellent, so if you’re hungry and you’re looking for something nice & not very expensive, then this is the place for you. They also have an excellent artisan beer. Overall a place to try.

Sadly we didn't enjoy our dinner at this place. Our food was pretty average. The pork knuckle was good, unfortunately the rest of our dinner was mediocre at best. The sausage, potatoes and saurkraut dish arrived cold and undercooked. The service was friendly.

Unfortunately we were a tad disappointed with both the service and food at Restaurant Laurin. We dined in the main restaurant for the Christmas gala dinner, and although the food was tasty, it was certainly not worth the €100 per person price tag (excluding drinks). Despite the stand out entree, the rest of the courses were underwhelming with many being served luke warm. To top it off, the service was incredibly average—the dishes / courses were not explained, just thrown down on the table. We were rushed off our table, and we had to pour our own wine. Not typical for a restaurant of this calibre and price point. That said, the venue is beautiful, the table was set very nicely and the atmosphere was lovely.

Such a beautiful little calm oasis with very friendly service, and gorgeous food!

Amazing! All dishes were a 10/10. Great service and atmosphere. Perfect!

My honey had the best ravioli dish I have ever tasted. It was a wild boar dish that I cleaned up for her. Delicious! My shrimp angel hair dish left me wanting more. More shrimp and more flavor. I ordered what I thought would be a shrimp dinner but it was a pasta dinner with probably ONE shrimp minced up a bit and tossed in. Paid parking available directly across the street, which is nice. Well stocked bar and beautiful grounds with a tree growing in the middle and a large canopy overhead to keep everything sheltered. Sommolier on hand, which is a treat. Beautiful restaurant that has somehow carved out a large park in the city.

We had a great Christmas experience at Laurin Restaurant in Bolzano. Food was divine, atmosphere sophisticate and genuine, personnell friendly. And yes is expensive but the quality of the food is excellent and worth it. Very reccommended.

We booked via the internet a table for a party of 6. After reading the very impressive reports we were shocked with the experience that was far greater than what we had expected. Everything was excellent and our only regret was that we waited until our last night to dine here and so limited us to a single dining delight. Compliments to the chef, the staff and to our waitress Gioia who's attention was first class.

The food was good but the service was only OK (neither not nearly as good as the Lowengrube) although the location is perfect. My wife and I are searching for the perfect risotto and on the Laurin website there is a piece celebrating their famous risotto, "Risotto is on the menu every day at the Laurin". This is why we booked a table here for our 25th wedding anniversary. We were very disappointed to find out when we arrived that neither was risotto on the menu nor was it available. They had delayed our reservation an hour till 8pm which was annoying as we had an early connection the following morning. The reason became clear whilst we were there: the small open kitchen revealed that they lacked the capacity to handle too many orders at the same time. We also spotted a translation blunder on the printed menu where venison had been translated as veal. This dish however was excellent.