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Ritten, Municipality in South Tyrol, Italy.

The municipality of Ritten extends across 111 square kilometers of terrain in northern Italy, reaching an elevation of 1,154 meters above sea level.

The region first appeared in written records between 871-875 as Mons Ritanus, with the establishment of Runkelstein Castle following in 1237.

The municipality maintains a strong bilingual character, with German and Italian languages used throughout its educational institutions and administrative offices.

Regular bus services and a modern cableway system connect Ritten to Bolzano, making it accessible for both residents and visitors throughout the year.

Ritten contains several natural earth pyramids near Oberbozen and Lengstein, formed through geological processes over thousands of years.

Location: South Tyrol

Capital city: Klobenstein

Elevation above the sea: 1,154 m

Shares border with: Barbian, Kastelruth, Karneid, Jenesien, Villanders, Bolzano, Völs am Schlern, Sarntal

Website: http://comune.renon.bz.it

GPS coordinates: 46.54039,11.45703

Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:09

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