Tramin an der Weinstraße (; ), often abbreviated to Tramin or Termeno, is a (municipality) in South Tyrol, northern Italy, located about southwest of the city of Bolzano. The name of the grape variety Gewürztraminer has its origins in Tramin.

Geography

As of November 30, 2010, Tramin had a population of 3,296 and an area of .

The municipality contains the frazioni (subdivisions, mainly villages and hamlets) Rungg (Ronchi) and Söll (Sella).

Tramin borders the following municipalities: Amblar, Kaltern, Coredo, Kurtatsch, Neumarkt, Montan, Auer, Sfruz and Vadena.

History

Coat of arms

The emblem represents a six points star of or surmounted by an or overturned crescent on azure background. The origin of the coat is not known but derives from that of Lords of Eppan. The arms were granted in 1929.

Landmarks

• St. James's Church, a church on Kastelaz hill.

Society

Linguistic distribution

According to the 2024 census, 94.99% of the population speak German, 4.69% Italian and 0.32% Ladin as first language.

Demographic evolution

Twin cities

Tramin is twinned with:

• Rödermark, since 1978

• Mindelheim, since 1994

• Schwaz, since 1998

References

External links

• Homepage of the municipality

• Tourist Association of Tramin

• Panoramio Photos of Tramin