This Atlas was just a short walk from the Cavallino d'Oro/Goldenes Rössl, where Gayle and I were…read morestaying. This is a newsstand, book stop, stationary supply, tobacconist and more, all rolled into one. I ended up buying a few office supplies and wishing I would have paid more attention to the calendars, maps, and what the locals might be talking about.

Little market right down the street from our hotel, Crep Sella. Kind of a mix between a market,…read moreconvenience store and gift shop, but they also sell wine and beer and waters, which is convenient.

Traveled here with my sister as part of a bus tour exploring the Vipiteno/Sterzing/South Tyrol area…read moreof Italy. Our tour guide Eva introduced our tour group to this wine shop establishment where we sampled several featured wines. Toni was the man working this place and he was funny, informative, and very personable. I thank him for introducing the 2011 La Cacciatora Moscato D'Asti because I can mention right now its not even carried at any of the local wine shops I searched in without having to special order it. the La Cacciatora brand has to be one of the most delicious Moscatos I've had tried in a long time. I even bought a whole 6 pack case, which in USD is roughly $5.50/per bottle thanks to the useful tip of Toni's assistant. I'll definitely remember this place on my next trip back to Europe!

When coming back from Sueddtirol, we always do a little stop in Sterzing (Vipiteno) to do some food…read moreand wine shopping. Usually we stop at the Hofer Market, which is more an industrial place with large quantities, but sadly we seem to be coming home on Mondays - and the Hofer Market is closed. So this time we went to the Mair Mair, a delicatessen store in the heart of Sterzing. On two levels you get anything from clothing, bags, scarfs to wine, eau de vie chutneys, cheeses, gift baskets and charcuterie. Lovely location and very knowledgeable staff that helps you find the right wine. free parking and a loyalty card on top of that - and we spent about 250 on wine and nibblies.

Small Benetton store that is on the main street. It is well laid out, well located and staff are…read morehelpful, however keep in mind that they close at lunchtime for 3 hours (like all stores in the area).

Sport and Tradition Griesser is located just down the street from Piazza Kraus and was a handy…read moreplace for Gayle to buy a nice fleece jacket (on sale) for the chilly hikes ahead and above within the nearby Seiser Alm. The store offers a nice selection of both sports-related and traditional attire found within the South Tyrol.

Just off of Piazza Kraus is one a Guido Martello's Gallery. This is the German part of Country so I…read moreimmediately noticed the Italian name and distinctive (and sometimes grey) style that included original and unique paintings, sculpture, ceramics, and jewelry. Very cool stuff and it was definitely worth a good look.

Despite it's name, Sport Tony in La Villa also offers books, newspapers and a good little…read moresupermarket. The supermarket is reasonably priced although not huge and has pretty much everything you'd need for a weeks stay in the area. The book section is also good and comprehensive but the main section is taken up with fashion and sport clothing and equipment. The fashion clothing is clearly an Italian ting as the choice is terrible but the sports section is better and they have a good range of technical jackets and under layers. The sports hardware (bags, poles, skis etc) is also good and the staff in there speak good English and seem to know their stuff.