There's plenty to discover about South Tyrol's history and culture in Lana and its surroundings near Meran/Merano. Historic churches and chapels, medieval castles, museums and contemporary art shape the character of the region. Among ancient walls, remarkable works of art and living traditions, you'll find countless traces of the past.
Historic Attractions and Museums around Lana
One of the best-known attractions is Lebenberg Castle in Tscherms/Cermes, one of the major castle complexes in the Burggrafenamt/Burgraviato area. The Parish Church of the Assumption of Mary in Niederlana is also well worth visiting. It houses the Schnatterpeck Altar, which stands over 14 metres high and is considered the largest Gothic winged altarpiece in the Alpine region.
The South Tyrolean Museum of Fruit Growing in Lana and the Farming Museum in Völlan/Foiana offer insights into rural life in the past. Here you can learn more about the history of fruit growing, agriculture and everyday life in earlier generations.
Discover Art, Culture and Traces of History
Contemporary art also has its place in Lana. Along the sculpture trail, you can discover artworks in the open air and combine a walk with cultural experiences.
More traces of the past can be found along the historic Via Claudia Augusta, which once connected the Alpine region with the south. A trip to the nearby spa town of Meran/Merano is also worthwhile: historic arcades, elegant buildings and a variety of museums add to the region's cultural attractions.