Magrè sulla strada del vino
Magrè sulla Strada del Vino: a town in the province of Bolzano ideal for wine and nature lovers
Magrè sulla Strada del Vino is a town in the province of Bolzano in Trentino-Alto Adige with a population of approximately 1272 inhabitants. The town is located along the Alto Adige Wine Road, a route advertised with specific signs, along which there are natural, cultural and environmental values, vineyards and cellars of single or associated agricultural companies open to the public. Alongside this route is also the Oltradige cycle path. The village is nestled between the Alps and is located at the gates of the Val di Non, a few kilometers from the border with the Trentino-Alto Adige region.
Physical geography
Magrè sulla Strada del Vino has been administered by the Oltradige-Bassa Atesina Community since 1946 and, as a result of the De Gasperi-Gruber Agreement, it passed in 1947 from the autonomous province of Trento to the autonomous province of Bolzano. The Favogna lake is located within the municipality.
Origin of the name
The toponym Magrè is already attested in the medieval era documents of 1215. The name probably derives from the German "Margrid" and "Margreit" and the current form of the toponym is attested in 1409 as "Margreid". Until 1971, the town was called Magrè all'Adige/Margreid.
History
Magrè was officially mentioned for the first time in 1181 with the name "Margretum" and since 1640 it belonged to the parish of San Floriano, today in the municipality of Egna, across the Adige River. The village was then an integral part of the Bolzano district until the end of the First World War. In 2010, the local volunteer firefighters have a new headquarters carved into the rock walls of Favogna, by two young architects from Bressanone, Gerd Bergmeister and Michaela Wolf.
Symbols
The coat of arms of Magrè sulla Strada del Vino represents the sign of the Ob der Platten family, who lived in the village until 1511. The coat of arms, adopted on November 7th, 1968, appears as a seal in 1780.
Monuments and places of interest
The town of Magrè sulla Strada del Vino is known for the Church of Santa Geltrude, built in 1618, when the old Gothic parish church, which no longer offered sufficient space, was demolished. The first testimony of the old church dates back to 1343, confirmed in 1370. In 1513-14, the tower of the parish church was raised by two floors and the floors were redone. Another important monument is the church of San Leonardo in Favogna di Sotto.
Society
The population of Magrè sulla Strada del Vino is mostly German-speaking, but according to the 1900 census, about 24% of the population was Italian.
Demographic evolution
The population of Magrè sulla Strada del Vino is constantly increasing in recent years.
Infrastructure and transport
The town of Magrè sulla Strada del Vino enjoys an excellent position regarding infrastructure and transport. The Magrè-Cortaccia train station of the Brenner Railway is located right in the center of the town, while the Alto Adige Wine Road and the Oltradige cycle path cross it.
Administration
The mayor of Magrè sulla Strada del Vino, Rainer Psenner, was elected in 2021 with an absolute majority.
Notes
The town of Magrè sulla Strada del Vino is an ideal destination for those who want to spend a vacation relaxing, enjoying good food and wine. Thanks to its strategic location, the town is easily reachable by train or car. Furthermore, the Alto Adige Wine Road offers a unique experience for wine lovers, while the Oltradige cycle path is perfect for those who want to explore the beauty of the surrounding landscapes.
