Southern Italy just happens to be one of the most popular coastal vacation destinations in the world. However, due north the country is filled with whitecapped mountains, serene lakes and breathtaking terrain covered in apple orchards and wine vineyards. It’s worth ditching that limoncello in Positano for an adventure into Italy’s northern side.

In Italy’s northernmost region, travelers will find the town of Naturno in the South Tyrol region, nestled between Austria and Switzerland. Known for its Alpine peaks and lake-filled valleys, South Tyrol provides a portal into the tranquility of the undisturbed Mediterranean mountainside.