With the convertible through South Tyrol

South Tyrol is made for a convertible tour: alpine panoramas, a Mediterranean climate, excellent roads - and in between, a landscape that constantly changes. On this convertible tour of about 200 kilometers, you will drive from the wine hills around Kaltern, through Bolzano, across the Vinschgau to Lake Resia - including the spectacular Stilfser Joch. A convertible route that combines driving pleasure, nature, and culture in a compact space.

Whether for a long weekend or as a stage of a larger convertible journey through the Alps - this route is ideal for anyone traveling in a convertible or roadster who wants to experience the connection of road and landscape intensely. Every curve opens up a view, each stage tells its own story - exactly what a real convertible tour is all about.

First Stage: Kaltern – Bolzano – Lana

Let's start in the charming Kaltern on the Wine Route. Even here, South Tyrol's unique blend of Alpine down-to-earthness and Italian lightness becomes evident. The vineyards around Lake Kaltern, the light, the fragrance - with the roof down, it turns into a sensual experience. Cruising through the vines in the convertible is the perfect introduction to this tour.

Next, we head to Bolzano - the vibrant capital and melting pot of cultures. A stroll through the porticoed streets, an espresso at Piazza Walther - before you get back into the convertible and roll along the quiet country road towards Lana. The route leads through apple orchards and small villages - relaxed driving moments, perfectly suited for a convertible road trip.

Second Stage: Meran – St. Leonhard – Schlanders

In Lana, the drive to Meran begins, passing historic estates and chestnut forests. Meran itself combines Alpine elegance with Mediterranean flair - including palm trees and glacier views. The drive through the city is short, but intense: with the convertible along the river, through arcades, past old villas. A true discovery drive.

From Meran, the road starts to ascend. Through the Passeiertal, you reach St. Leonhard - the transition from cultural landscape to high Alps. The road becomes twistier, the forest denser, the air clearer. Driving through this region in a convertible means: feeling nature, gaining altitude, and absorbing the rhythm of the mountains.

Continuing through the Vinschgau to Schlanders brings you back into a wide, sunny valley. Here lies the agricultural heart of South Tyrol - apple orchards, castle ruins, and quiet side valleys accompany your path. A perfect blend of pleasurable driving and scenic attraction, ideal for relaxed hours on the convertible route.

Third Stage: Stilfser Joch – Glurns – Lake Resia

Now it gets spectacular: the ascent to the Stilfser Joch is one of the most legendary mountain passes in Europe. Over 48 hairpin bends twist their way up to 2,757 meters - a true delight for any convertible road trip. Driving here in a convertible is a thrill of curves, panoramas, and engine sound. Upon reaching the top, a view awaits you that is simply overwhelming - a crowning glory of this convertible journey.

The descent leads you to Glurns - South Tyrol's smallest town, surrounded by medieval walls. An ideal spot for a break, a coffee, or a light lunch. The historic backdrop, the cobblestones, the tranquility - here you feel that time can sometimes stand still.

Finally, we continue to Lake Resia - famous for its church tower rising from the water. The road runs quietly along the lake, with a wide view over the water extending into the mountains. Driving the convertible or roadster along here is a final, atmospheric chord of this convertible tour - a true symphony of lakes and mountains.

Tips for Your Convertible Tour through South Tyrol

The roads in South Tyrol are excellently developed and offer varied route profiles - from relaxed country roads to challenging mountain passes like the Stilfser Joch. When planning, pay attention to the weather and altitude: it can also get cool at the pass in summer.

For overnight stays, it is advisable to plan accommodations with garages or secure parking spaces for your convertible - especially in smaller towns. And: take your time for detours - whether to the Seiser Alm, the Ultental, or a vineyard near Kaltern. Many of the most beautiful panoramas lie slightly off the main road.

South Tyrol – Convertible Enjoyment between Mountains and Wine

This convertible route is more than just a connection from A to B. It is a journey through elevations and cultural landscapes, through history and enjoyment. Driving in a convertible here means discovering the diversity of South Tyrol at your own pace - with open windows, open eyes, and an open heart.

Whether you feel the wind at the Stilfser Joch or glide through the vineyards near Kaltern - this convertible tour offers you a true overall experience. Ideal for all who love nature, curves, and culture - and for whom convertible journeys are a synonym for freedom, lightness, and intense traveling.