The South Tyrolean Wine Museum is located in Caldaro on the Wine Road, in the heart of the Oltradige area, and is housed in the historic cellar of the noble Di Pauli family. Founded in 1955, it is the oldest wine museum in Italy and one of the first museums in South Tyrol to reopen after World War II. Today it is part of the South Tyrolean Provincial Museums network.
The museum illustrates the evolution of wine production through a rich permanent exhibition featuring tools, utensils, barrels, presses, and equipment that show every stage of grape processing. Highlights include:
- the underground cellar, with ancient barrels and traditional tools
- the cooper’s workshop, dedicated to the craft of barrel‑making
- the historic vineyard, where ancient autochthonous grape varieties are cultivated
The vineyard hosts rare varieties such as Blatterle, Bozner Seidentraube, Gschlafene, and other historical grapes. In autumn, visitors can taste the grapes directly from the pergolas while enjoying views of Monte di Mezzo and Lake Caldaro.
Upon reservation, the underground cellar offers tastings of local wines and historic grape varieties. Throughout the year, the museum hosts temporary exhibitions, guided tours, and educational activities for school groups.
Prices
Adults: €6.00
Reduced (groups of 15+, seniors 65+, students 16–27): €4.50
Family ticket (2 adults + children up to 16): €12.00
Mini family ticket (1 adult + children up to 16): €6.00
Opening hours
From April 1 to November 11
Tuesday – Saturday: 10:00 – 17:00
Sundays and public holidays: closed
Last admission: 30 minutes before closing
How to get there
By car:
- From A22 Brenner motorway, exit Bolzano South → Caldaro
- From Trento, exit Egna–Ora → Caldaro
- From Resia Pass, continue to Merano → MEBO → Appiano → Caldaro
Nearby parking:
- Trutsch (P3)
- Rottenburger Square (P5)
- Kellereistraße (P1) – also for buses
