| Laives | ||
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| State | Italy | |
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| Region | Trentino Alto Adige | |
| Territory | South Tyrol | |
| Altitude | 258 m a.s.l. | |
| Surface | 24.11 km² | |
| Inhabitants | 17.700 (2015) | |
| Name inhabitants | Laivesani or laivesotti / Leiferer | |
| Prefix tel | 39 0471 | |
| POSTAL CODE | 39055 | |
| Time zone | UTC 1 | |
| Patron | Sant'Antonio abate and San Nicola (January 17) | |
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Laives (Leifers in German) is a city of Trentino Alto Adige.
To know
The proximity to Bolzano has determined a considerable building development to meet the needs of those who want to move from the capital without however straying too far from its services. The continuous increase of inhabitants has led Laives to be the fourth most populous center of theSouth Tyrol after Bolzano, Merano is Bressanone. Its development was crowned with the attribution of the title of city in 1985, making it the youngest city in theSouth TyrolMore than two thirds of the inhabitants (71.50%) are native speakers of Italian, less than one third (27.99%) of German and 0.51% Ladin.
Geographical notes
It is located less than 10 kilometers south of Bolzano, on the eastern side of the Adige Valley, at the confluence of the Adige and Isarco, in the district Oltradige-Bassa Atesina The inhabited center is crossed by the Rio Vallarsa.
Background
The beauty and fertility of the land where Laives stands have meant that princes and castellans chose to live there, and the monasteries cultivated their vineyards there. Despite the swamps that up to 140 years ago covered the Adige Valley, the region was soon populated, especially in the surrounding areas.
Some excavations carried out at Castel Varco (German Laimburg), near Vadena, Bronzolo and Laives, have brought to light some interesting finds dating back to 900 BC, most of which (funerary urns, bronze and iron hair clips, jewels and coins, the latter concentrated in the Reif's treasure) are now kept in the Archaeological Museum ofSouth Tyrol, together with Ötzi, the Iceman, where some reconstructions of ancient settlements can also be admired.
Further evidence of a prehistoric settlement is represented by the fortress, surrounded by a valley, of "Trens Birg" (1200 m) on Montelargo (Breitenberg) above Laives. Of this settlement, from the more recent stone age, remains of walls and houses are still visible. The ridge of Monte di Mezzo south of the Kreith pass is also designated as a prehistoric area, following various findings at the ruins of Castelchiaro (German Leuchtenburg), the Rosszähne (Horse Teeth) and the Gmundener Kopf (Monte di Now).
The first certain news of the locality of Laives dates back to 1189, when for the first time it is mentioned in official documents, of which there is historical mention. Bassa Atesina acquired more and more importance, as the main link between north and south, several nobles soon moved there. Thus, numerous castles and fortifications were built, some of which still exist today: the "Tinzelleiten" Tower in the vicinity of San Giacomo, the church of San Pietro above Laives, where Castel Liechtenstein once stood, the ruins of Laimburg and Leuchtenburg on Monte di Mezzo (Mitterberg ) south of Vadena, as well as 58 other ruins of manors scattered south of BolzanoAs an autonomous municipality, Laives appears for the first time only in 1819.
How to orient yourself
Laives (Italy): full screen map.Neighborhoods
Its municipal territory also includes the hamlets of Pineta (Steinmannwald), San Giacomo (Sankt Jakob) and the localities: La Costa (Seit) and Montelargo (Breitenberg).
How to get
By plane
- 1 Bolzano-Dolomites Airport (IATA: BZO) (6 km from the center of Bolzano), ☎ 39 0471 255 255, fax: 39 0471 255 202.
open to the public: 05: 30–23: 00; ticket office opening: 06: 00-19: 00; check-in for flights from Bolzano is only possible from 1 hour to a maximum of 20 minutes before departure. Small regional airport with scheduled flights to and from Lugano is Rome with Etihad Regional (by Darwin Air). At certain times of the year, the Lauda Air company connects the city with Vienna once a week. On the other hand, charter flights are more numerous. - 2 Verona Airport (Catullus), Boxes of Sommacampagna, ☎ 39 045 8095666, @[email protected].
- 3 Brescia Airport (D'Annunzio), Via Aeroporto 34, Montichiari (Connections with Brescia airport are guaranteed by public transport via the bus. The stop a Brescia city is located at the bus station (number 23), while that of the airport is at the front of the terminal. There are also connections to the city of Verona via bus / shuttle line 1), ☎ 39 045 8095666, @[email protected]. Charter only
open to the public: 05: 30–23: 00; ticket office opening: 06: 00-19: 00; check-in for flights from Bolzano is only possible from 1 hour to a maximum of 20 minutes before departure. Small regional airport with scheduled flights to and from By car
Highway toll booths of Bolzano South and Egna-Ora-Termeno on the Brenner motorway.
It is crossed by the state road 12 Brennero-Abetone.
Highway toll booths of 
It is crossed by the state road 12 Brennero-Abetone.On the train
It has a small train station, located outside the center, on the Brenner railway. Trenitalia regional trains stop there for Bolzano and for Verona.
It has a small train station, located outside the center, on the Brenner railway. Trenitalia regional trains stop there for By bus
The center is connected to Bolzano with three city bus lines in the capital (lines 110, 111, 112), which also pass through the hamlets of Pineta and San Giacomo. The nearby Bronzolo can be reached by line 110. An internal line connects the town's railway station to the center, while a second connects the hamlet of Pineta to the municipal capital, and then continues to Bronzolo and Vadena. All lines are managed by SASA, a public company owned by the municipalities of Bolzano, Merano and Laives.
The center is connected to Bolzano with three city bus lines in the capital (lines 110, 111, 112), which also pass through the hamlets of Pineta and San Giacomo. The nearby Bronzolo can be reached by line 110. An internal line connects the town's railway station to the center, while a second connects the hamlet of Pineta to the municipal capital, and then continues to Bronzolo and Vadena. All lines are managed by SASA, a public company owned by the municipalities of Bolzano, Merano and Laives.- Extra-urban connections are also offered by the SAD [1] which connects the city to Bolzano, Now, Egna, Prato Isarco and the Val di Fiemme.
How to get around
What see
- 1 parish church. Located in the center of Laives, it has two patrons: Sant'Antonio Abate and San Nicoló. The building in its current form dates back to the years 1852-1853 when the pre-existing building, instead of being demolished, was transformed into the apse of the new temple, while the bell tower dates back to 1250. Since 1787 there is the Pietà di Pietralba, a statuette of 16 cm representative alabaster Sorrowful Mary. From 2000 to 2003 the church was enlarged with a very modern and original architectural body, by the architects Höller & Klotzner of Merano. The end of the renovation of the ancient building dates back to 2011.
- Churches of the hamlets. In the hamlet of San Giacomo (St. Jakob) we find a Gothic-shaped church, which however is closed today for the construction of the new Parish Church.
- Still interesting are the church of Sant'Enrico in La Costa and the 4 Peterköfele church, which dates back to 1300, built on a rocky spur overlooking Laives, at the beginning of the old path that leads to Pietralba. The church also preserves the remains of the Liechtenstein castle, which stood just above the municipal capital.
- Also worth mentioning are the chapel of the new cemetery in Laives city and the parish church of San Giuseppe the craftsman in Pineta.
- Gutleben farm (Gutlebenhof). In Laives stands the imposing Gutleben farm (Gutlebenhof), dating back to the Middle Ages. In 2011 it became the subject of building speculation.
- Maso Renner (Rennerhof) (in the hamlet of Pineta). It is one of the most prestigious farms in theSouth Tyrol and is under guardianship. It seems to date back to the 16th century if we consider the mural sundial that appears on the facade of a present building; however, more remote origins cannot be excluded. This farm is surrounded by many legends about dragons and mythical creatures. The inhabitants of the farm have always been called the Renneri.
- In the last 30 years, the current owners have provided for the restoration of various works of art and the cultivation of the plantations.
Events and parties
The municipality promotes numerous cultural and recreational initiatives, especially in the summer. Among these are to remember:
- Livers. live rock music festival (live).
- Long Fridays. evenings of traders in which the city closes the main road to make room for games and fun.
- Bibliosplash. a detached section of the Don Bosco library directly at the 'lido', the municipal outdoor swimming pool, open during the summer season
- Friday evenings. weekly evenings (on Fridays) in the tourist season at the beach, with music, dancing and a Caribbean party.
- Cinema under the stars.
- Concerto coffee.
- Festival. every summer it offers a variety of mini-events to complement theatrical and cabaret shows.
- March 1st of May. The "Laives 3" scout group annually organizes the "May Day March" a non-competitive march that winds for 7 km between the streets of Laives and the surrounding countryside. Furthermore, the Scouts are active in the territory thanks to their service activity.
- Golden Walk. In the city there is also a very active section of the CAI. This section organizes in collaboration with the C.A.I. of Bronzolo, Bassa Atesina, Salorno ed Eppan every year towards the middle of December the characteristic "Golden Walk", a pilgrimage from Laives to the Sanctuary of Pietralba, above Aldino, in Val d'Ega. The return is characterized by the descent with torches. From the center of Laives you can see a long trail of flickering lights slowly descending on the mountain.
- Köfelefest. Modern popular music party starring Rudy Giovannini.
What to do
Laives-Pietralba path. Ancient pilgrims' path that starts from the parish church of Laives and arrives at the Sanctuary of Pietralba. A bar-restaurant is available near the Sanctuary. The duration of the ascent is approximately 3-4 hours and the return can be made by bus.
Shopping
How to have fun
Where to eat
Average prices
- 1 Alpenrose Pizzeria, Via Pietralba, 20, ☎ 39 0471 954619.
- 2 Speedy pizza, Via Marconi, 20, ☎ 39 0471 955811.
- 3 Al Ponte Restaurant, Via Vadena, 19, ☎ 39 0471 951677.
- 4 Pizzeria Gutleben, Via Marconi, 70, ☎ 39 0471 954370.
Where stay
Moderate prices
- 1 Casagrande hotel, Via Kennedy, 81, ☎ 39 0471 959835. 1 star hotel
Average prices
- 2 Hotel Albero Verde, Via Pietralba, 82, ☎ 39 0471 954147. 3 star hotel
Campsites
- 3 Camping-Park Steiner, Via Kennedy, 32, ☎ 39 0471 950105.
Safety
Pharmacies
- 5 Bertazzoni, Via San Giacomo, 16 (in San Giacomo di Laives), ☎ 39 0471 250777.
- 6 Pietralba, Via Noldin, 23, ☎ 39 0471 954123.
- 7 Puce, Via Kennedy, 275, ☎ 39 0471 590094.
- 8 Salvaneschi, Via Brennero, 35 (in Pineta di Laives), ☎ 39 0471 952833.
How to keep in touch
Post office
- 9 Italian post, via dei Vigneti 13, ☎ 39 0471 595911.
Around
- Bolzano - Main city of South Tyrol is the administrative and economic capital. Its historic center admirably blends the Nordic architectural and urban characteristics with the Italian ones, showing itself with a tone of elegant elegance.
- Egna - Its main feature is given by the arcades that create a suggestive atmosphere especially in the main street. It is part of the most beautiful villages in Italy.
Itineraries
- Castles of South Tyrol - A journey to discover the South Tyrolean manors which, born for military purposes, later became largely refined stately homes, centers of culture, examples of fine architecture, testimony to the greatness of the families who built them.
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