In beautiful Bressanone, the historic Hotel Elephant, housed in a building whose oldest section dates back to the late 15th century, is one of the city’s true icons. Managed by the same family since 1773, it is now in the hands of the eighth generation. In the intimate and exquisitely elegant dining room, with just four tables and the watchful eyes of the twelve apostles that, in the form of statuettes, observe you from the walls, Chef Mathias Bachmann presents a unique, extensive, and exclusive tasting menu. Drawing ingredients and techniques from around the world, with a special fondness for

492m

Vitis

Regional Cuisine, Contemporary

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A modern wine bar in the centre of Bressanone (Brixen), situated in the same building as the delightful family restaurant, the Oste Scuro. Here, small armchairs, benches and stools are dotted among low square tables and higher tables, all surrounded by walls completely lined with wine bottles. The contemporary cuisine features tempting, generous dishes such as cod with cauliflower, cavolo nero and beurre blanc. Accommodation is available just two minutes’ away in the historic Adler Historic Guesthouse run by the same owners.

151m

Oste Scuro - Finsterwirt

regional

€€€

Run by the capable Mayr family, this long-established restaurant has occupied a narrow alleyway in the centre of Bressanone (Brixen) since the late 19C. The dining rooms are decorated in historic style, plus there’s a charming terrace for alfresco dining in summer. Dishes are presented on different tasting menus with the option of choosing traditional or Mediterranean dishes à la carte style – we highly recommend the soup made with Sylvaner wine from the Isarco valley, as well as the Tirtl (fried pie) stuffed with ricotta, spinach and cinnamon. Guestrooms are available in the nearby and recent

153m

Elephant

Classic Cuisine, Regional Cuisine

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Situated in the famous Elephant hotel (with which it shares a name), this restaurant has a unique, historic ambience thanks to its decor of antique wood panelling. The cuisine here is regional with a modern twist, featuring dishes such as char with cream of celery and green apple on a bed of fragrant elderflowers. The interesting wine list boasts a selection of almost a thousand different labels.

451m

Alpenrose

regional

€€

Situated in a beautiful panoramic location a few kilometres outside Bressanone, this restaurant combines regional traditions with a modern approach thanks to its classic techniques and the use of Mediterranean ingredients in some dishes. There are also elegant apartments available, plus a private wellness space, for anyone wishing to extend their stay.

1.9km

Kircherhof

Alpine, Contemporary

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A 17th-century farmstead run by the same family for four generations, initially as a produce farm (fruit and vegetables) before the younger generation expanded into dining in the early 2000s. The offering, based entirely on organic, sustainably sourced ingredients, is compelling, particularly delicious, and rooted in local traditions while casting a savvy, curious eye toward the present. Dishes are colorful and very generous; the all-female service team is warm and happy to explain the house philosophy. There’s also a shop where you can stock up on treats before you leave.

5.0km

Wirt an der Mahr

Restaurant

Italian

2.5km

Ban Rutzner

Restaurant

3.1km

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