On April 1, 2026, the anniversary season begins with…

Welcome to Trauttmansdorff

One magical setting, two highlights

Floral colours ablaze as you amble through the garden. Admire snow-covered peaks from under a palm tree, or enjoy the live sounds of world-class musicians performing from the stage by the Water Lily Pond. Have fun playing with the biggest tourism flipper in the world. … all this and more takes place at the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff!

Plan your visit

The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle

The Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle cover an area of 12 hectares and extend over an altitude difference of 100 metres, offering a stunning view of the 80 different garden landscapes, of the city of Merano/Meran and of the surrounding mountain ranges. The gently meandering paths through the garden offer visitors the opportunity to explore four garden worlds home to plants from all over the world, across sunny terraces and past gurgling stream waters.

The South Tyrol Museum of Tourism

Amidst its Gardens, the majestic Trauttmansdorff Castle also houses the “Touriseum”, the provincial Museum of Tourism, with its interactive display narrating 250 years of history of alpine tourism. The Touriseum is the first museum in the Alps that entirely focusses on the theme of tourism, narrating the story of its introduction in Tyrol, the changes it brought to the region and how it all affected the local population.

Current events in the Gardens and the museum

Oct 04 Sunday

Autumn Family Day

Event

A colourful day with the garden guides will reveal secrets of the autumnal plant world.

Jul 12 Sunday

Jul 19 Sunday

Birthday Week

Event

SAVE THE DATE!

€0.00*

Apr 06 Monday

Botanical Treasure Hunt (April 6th)

Guided tour/Workshop

ON YOUR MARKS - GET SET - GO: Family Treasure Hunt in the Gardens!

The botanical treasure hunt will take place on Easter Monday in German and Italian!

Jul 16 Thursday

Partner event

ClockClock

Concert

ClockClock will make their only stop in Italy on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle in Merano. The German electro-pop trio has achieved major streaming success with songs like “Sorry” and “Someone Else” from their latest album Dreamers.

€57.50*

Apr 01 Wednesday

Nov 08 Sunday

Crafted Paradises – Of People and Gardens

Special exhibition

Gardens and parks are designed green spaces. They serve recreation and represent our relationship to nature. Their design, maintenance and use depend on how people interpret this relationship.

Sep 20 Sunday

Day of the choirs

Event

Throughout the course of the entire day, sending the sound of local choral music ringing out over the four Gardenworlds.

May 17 Sunday

Familyday in Spring

Event

In the springtime Trauttmansdorff is at its most varied – and are nothing less than fascinating.

Aug 20 Thursday

Partner event

James Morrison

Concert

James Morrison returns with renewed energy

€69.00*

Sep 12 Saturday

Open day for visitors with disabilities

Event

A full day in which we invite visitors with disabilities to enjoy the magnificent flowers.

Jun 25 Thursday

Aug 13 Thursday

Picnic at the Water Lily Pond

Event

On 3 balmy summer evenings, guests can enjoy a picnic basket with tasty treats by the Water Lily Pond.

All events in the calendar

Current blooming highlights

Spring Summer Autumn

Our must see

Trauttmansdorff is South Tyrol’s most popular excursion destination – and rightly so. Trauttmansdorff turns botany and history into an experience. It also serves as a recreational and cultural center for locals and tourists. Here are some highlights that make Trauttmansdorff well worth a visit.