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Bella Italia

Discover gluten-free Italy

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South Tyrol

South Tyrol

1996: Production and operational facilities are set up at the headquarters in Burgstall (Italy).
2002: The subsidiary Dr. Schär UK is founded.
2003: Schär's own research laboratory moves into the renowned research complex at the AREA Science Park in Trieste (Italy).
2006: The subsidiary Dr. Schär Deutschland is founded.
2007: In the USA the subsidiary Dr. Schär USA, Inc. is born.
2011: New production facilitie opens in Zaragoza (Spain).
2012: In 2012 Dr. Schar USA Inc. opened a production facility in Swedesboro.
With the acquisition of the comidaMed nutrition institute, Dr. Schär also entered the market for amino acid mixtures for patients with inherited metabolic disorders.
2013: Establishment of Dr. Schär Medical Nutrition with the Ceres-MCT, MEVALIA Low Protein andcomidaMed brands.
2014: Opening of the Dr. Schär France distribution centre and the establishment of Dr. Schar Brasil
2015: Foundation of Dr. Schär Austria.

South Tyrol is both the birthplace of the Dr. Schär Group and the location of the company's current headquarters.

Welcome to the World of Dr. Schär

The first travel station for all of our travellers will be the headquarters of Dr. Schär.

Our three gluten-free reporters will look behind the scenes of the leading food specialist for special dietary and nutritional needs in Europe and America.

Afterwards the slogan of our three travellers will be: Ready, set and go towards the best experience of their lifetime!



 

Dr. Schär AG / SPA
Winkelau 9
I - 39014 Burgstall / Postal
www.drschaer.com
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Milano

Milano

Region: Lombardy (capital city)
Area: 181.76 km2 (70.18 sq mi)
Population: 1,344,906 (City of Milan)
Demonym(s): Milanese
Patron saint: Ambrose (Saint day: 7th December)
 
Capital City?: Napoleon Bonaparte declared Milan to the capital of Kingdom of Italy
Opera house: Milan has Europe's largest opera house: the Teatro alla Scala
Cathedral: The Duomo di Milano is the fourth largest cathedral in the world
Expensive: Milan is ranked among the 15 most expensive cities in the world
Rich: Milan is among the 30 richest cities in the world
Fashion capital: Milan is called the fashion capital of the world and is home of many high fashion brands as Versace, Gucci, Dolce and Gabbana, Prada, Armani
Aperitivo: Everyday from 7pm to 9pm, Milan celebrates the famous Aperitivo (aperitif and finger food)
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Biella

Biella

Region: Piedmont
Area: 46.68 km2 (18.18 sq mi)
Population: 43.733
Demonym(s): Biellesi
Patron saint: Stephen (Saint day: 26th December)
 
Location: Located 80 kilometres (50 miles) northeast of Turin
Wool Industry: Biella is a major centre of the Italian woolen industry
Fila: The large sportswear manufacturing company was founded in Biella

UNA GOLF HOTEL CAVAGLIÀ

UNA Golf Hotel Cavaglià is well-situated between Milan and Turin, amidst the green countryside. The highlight of the Golf Club Cavaglià is its 18-hole course set on gently rolling slopes, with delightful views of the Italian Alps. The resort provides a swimming pool, a fitness center and the Rossocuoco Steak House – located on the veranda with a splendid view over the golf course – specialized in charcoal-grilled dishes prepared with top-quality meat.

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UNA GOLF HOTEL CAVAGLIÀ
Via Santhia', 75
13881 Cavaglià (Biella)
www.unahotels.it
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Ferrara

Ferrara

Region: Emilia-Romagna
Area: 404.36 km2 (156.12 sq mi)
Population: 133.485
Demonym(s): Ferraresi, Estensi
Patron saint: St. George (23rd April)
 
World Heritage Site: For its beauty and cultural importance it has been qualified by UNESCO
D'Este: The famous family ruled Ferrara over several centuries in the medieval times and the Renaissance

UNAWAY HOTEL OCCHIOBELLO
 

UNAWAY Hotel Occhiobello is located near the beautiful city of Ferrara. The area lies in the fertile Po valley and is part of Emilia-Romagna, which is famous for the production of Parmigiano-Reggiano, balsamic vinegar, prosciutto di Parma, tortellini and many other delicacies. The hotel, built in an area of 15.000 sqm., is modern and elegant and the restaurant “Hostaria dei Savonarola” is even listed in the famous Michelin Guide for its excellent traditional cuisine.

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UNAWAY HOTEL OCCHIOBELLO
Via Eridania, 36
45030 Occhiobello (RO)
www.unahotels.it
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Bologna

Bologna

Region: Emilia-Romagna
Area: 140.7 km2 (54.3 sq mi)
Population: 387.057 (City of Bologna)
Demonym(s): Bolognesi
Patron saint: St. Petronius (4th October)
 
Nicknames: Bologna has three Nicknames: La Dotta, la Grassa, la Rossa (the learned one, the fat one, and the red one)
La Dotta: The university of Bologna is the oldest in the western world (founded 1088)
La Grassa: Bolognese cuisine is very hearty and opulent
La Rossa: Reflects the red bricks with which since the middla ages were built towers and palaces in Bologna
Portici: Bologna has the highest number of arcades worldwide - 38 km only in the city centre
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Modena

Modena

Region: Emilia-Romagna
Area: 183.23 km2 (70.75 sq mi)
Population: 184.731
Demonym(s): Modenesi
Patron saint: San Geminiano (Saint day: 31st January)
 
Panini picture cards: The famous picture cards or picture stickers are from the Modena-located company
Sports car industry: Italian sports car makers as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Pagani and Maserati are, or were, located in the city or nearby

UNA HOTEL MODENA

UNA Hotel Modena is located close to the foothills and at a short distance from the city center of Modena. It offers comfortable and elegant rooms, where the guests can enjoy a panoramic wellness center with a sauna, Turkish bath, emotional shower and a fitness area with the ultimate training machines for a workout. The hotel also features a restaurant offering fresh handmade pasta and traditional Italian cuisine.

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UNA HOTEL MODENA
Via Luigi Settembrini 10
41126 Baggiovara (MO)
www.unahotels.it
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Cesena

Cesena

Region: Emilia-Romagna
Area: 249.47 km2 (96.32 sq mi)
Population: 97.131
Demonym(s): Cesenati
Patron saint: St. John the Baptist (Saint day: 24th June)
 
City of the three popes: During the 18th and 19th centuries, three popes were born in Cesena
Co-capital: Cesena is the co-capital city of the province Cesena-Forlí

UNAWAY HOTEL CESENA NORD

UNAWAY Hotel Cesena Nord, just a 5-minute drive from the city center of Cesena, is in the heart of the Romagna region. Ideal for business travelers, the hotel is characterized by modern and stylish rooms and a lively design and atmosphere. Guests can also enjoy the beautiful fitness room and the 24-hour open bar. Nearby the hotel, there is a traditional restaurant which offers seasonal dishes and local specialties.

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UNAWAY HOTEL CESENA NORD
Piazza Modigliani, 104
47522 Pievesesti
www.unahotels.it
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Orvieto

Orvieto

Region: Umbria (Province of Terni)
Area: 281 km2 (108 sq mi)
Population: 21.043
Demonym(s): Orvietani
Patron saint: St. Joseph (Saint day: 19th March)
 
The cliff city: Orvieto is located on almost-vertical volcanic tuff cliffs
Underground tunneling system: In the city underground are more than 1.200 tunnels, passageways, and gallereis
White Wine: Orvieto is famous for its highly prized white wines

UNAWAY HOTEL FABRO

UNAWAY Hotel Fabro is in the Orvieto district. It is immersed in nature and is characterized by modern and colored rooms. Guests can enjoy the relaxing view over the surrounding green area and discover the nearby Etruscan city of Orvieto. Bike tours are available. The hotel is equipped with a self-service bar and a restaurant with an open wood stove for a traditional culinary experience.

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UNAWAY HOTEL FABRO
Via Monte Amiata 8
05015 Fabro (TR)
www.unahotels.it
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Firenze

Firenze

Region: Tuscany (capital city)
Area: 102.41 km2 (39.54 sq mi)
Population: 381.037
Demonym(s): Fiorentino
Patron saint: John the Baptist (Saint day: 24th June)
Renaissance: Florence is the birthplace of the Renaissance and was one of the welthiest cities in that time
Art and culture: Thanks to the Medici, many important artists and carvers as Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Donatello worked in Florence - today, almost a third of the UNESCO world's art treasures reside in Florence
Literature: Important members of the italian literary scene as Dante (Divine Comedy), Petrarch, Boccaccion (Decameron), and Macchiavelli (the prince) are from Florence - they wrote the first literary works in Florentine dialect, which is the base of the modern Italian language
Pinocchio: The famous wooden boy, whose nose grows when he lies, came from Florence

UNA HOTEL VITTORIA

UNA Hotel Vittoria, projected by the Architect Fabio Novembre, is located in the heart of Florence in the historical and romantic district of San Frediano, near the embankment of the river Arno and a 10-minute walk from Ponte Vecchio and the most important monuments. It is characterized by an extraordinary modern design to amaze guests with fascinating and evocative spaces and furniture. The characteristic restaurant – conceived as a contemporary refectory – offers both Tuscan and international specialties, in keeping with the ancient Florentine spirit of hospitality.

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UNA HOTEL VITTORIA
Via Pisana, 59
50124 Firenze
www.unahotels.it
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Barberino di Mugello

Barberino di Mugello

Region: Tuscany (Province of Florence)
Area: 133.7 km2 (51.6 sq mi)
Population: 10.114
Demonym(s): Barberinesi
Patron saint: St. Sylvester (Saint day: 31st December)
Location: Barberino di Mugello is located in the metropolitan area of Florence about 25 kilometres north of the city of Florence

VILLA LE MASCHERE

Villa le Maschere is in the hills of the Mugello region, a 30-minute drive north of Florence. The villa was built in 1585 and is now a superb 5 stars Renaissance resort with a spa. It is surrounded by a wide park in the most authentic Tuscan countryside. Most of the beautifully decorated rooms offer panoramic views of the garden and the lake. The two swimming pools, the characteristic wellness center – with a Turkish bath, sauna and jacuzzi – together with the elegant restaurant and the lounge bar are available for all guests.

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VILLA LE MASCHERE
Via Nazionale, 75
50031 Barberino di Mugello (FI)
www.unahotels.it
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Scarperia

Scarperia

Region: Tuscany (Province of Florence)
Area: 79.4 km2 (30.7 sq mi)
Population: 12.076
Demonym(s): Scarperiesi
Patron saint: St Jacob and Philip (Saint day: 3rd May)
Scarperia e San Piero: In 2014 the two communities Scarperia and San Piero a Sieve were united to the community of Scarperia e San Piero

UNA POGGIO DEI MEDICI

UNA Poggio dei Medici is set deep in the green Tuscan countryside called Mugello, close to the renowned medieval towns of Siena, Florence, Pisa and San Gimignano. The resort and golf club offers stylish and comfortable rooms in a restored old farmhouse, an outdoor swimming pool, bar, a wellness centre, and a restaurant serving Tuscan specialties. Golfers can enjoy the challenging 18-hole golf course admiring the impressive landscape.

UNA POGGIO DEI MEDICI
Via San Gavino 27
50038 Scarperia (FI)
www.unahotels.it
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Forte dei Marmi

Forte dei Marmi

Region: Tuscany (Province of Lucca)
Area: 9 km2 (3 sq mi)
Population: 7.760
Demonym(s): Fortemarmini
Patron saint: St. Hermes Martyr (Saint day: 28th August)
Name of the town: Forte dei Marmi means "fort of the marbles" and takes the name from the fortress, which was built to defend the town

UNA HOTEL FORTE DEI MARMI

UNA Hotel Forte dei Marmi is located in one of the top destinations on the charming Tuscan coast of Versilia, famous all over the world. Forte dei Marmi is an ideal holiday spot for its soft sandy beaches, luxury boutiques and lively nightlife with bars and restaurants. The hotel also offers elegant rooms, a poolside bar, a large garden with a semi-Olympic sized pool, two clay tennis courts and two restaurants.

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UNA HOTEL FORTE DEI MARMI
Via G.B.Vico, 142
55042 Forte dei Marmi (LU)
www.unahotels.it
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Montaione

Montaione

Region: Tuscany (Provence of Florence)
Area: 104.8 km2 (40.5 sq mi)
Population: 3.667
Demonym(s): Montaionesi
Patron saint: Holy Cross (3rd May)
Location: Montaione is located 35 kilometres southwest of Florence
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Roma

Roma

Region: Lazio (capital city)
Area: 1,285 km2 (496.3 sq mi)
Population: 2.869.461 (city of Rome)
Demonym(s): Romano
Patron saint: Saint Peter & Paul (Saint day: 29th June)
Founding: Rome was foundet 753 BC by Romolus. According to the myth, he and his brother were raised by a wolf - therefore, Rome is one of the oldest continuously populated cities in the world
All roads lead to Rome: Romans biult a road network of 53.000 miles thorough their empire (4th century) - each mile was marked by a milestone
City of churches: Rome has more than 900 churches - the most famous is the St. Peter's Basilica
Seven Hills: Rome was built on seven hills: Capitoline, Quirinal, Viminal, Esquiline, Caelian, Aventine and Palatine
University: Roman university "La Sapienza" is the largest university in Europe according to enrolled students

UNA HOTEL ROMA

UNA Hotel Roma is located in the historic center of Rome, close to the Central railway station, and walking distance from the most important tourist attractions like the Colosseum, Imperial Fora, Trevi Fountain, Piazza di Spagna, and the Pantheon. The hotel is characterized by a bold architectural design throughout its 6 floors. The restaurant, on the ground floor, is in a refined deco style and offers local and international cuisine and a prestigious wine list.

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UNA HOTEL ROMA
Via Giovanni Amendola 57
00185 Roma
www.unahotels.it
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Napoli

Napoli

Region: Campania (capital city)
Area: 117.27 km2 (45.28 sq mi)
Population: 975.260 (city of Naples)
Demonym(s): Napoletano
Patron saint: Januarius (Saint day: 19th September)
The new city: Naples was founded by Greeks, calling the city Neapolis (new city)
Historic city centre: Naples' historic city centre is the largest in Europe and listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site
Pizza: The first pizza is the pizza Margherita and was named after Queen Margherita Teresa Giovanni - you can see the Italian Flag in the colours of a Margherita (green basil, white cheese, and red tomato sauce)

UNA HOTEL NAPOLI

UNA Hotel Napoli is in front of the Naples Central station, just across from the Circumvesuviana line. The interiors, recalling local traditions – decors, rough tuff stones, Pompeian red, Pulcinella shapes – have an impressive architectural design. The Mediterranean restaurant on the top-floor is available for buffet breakfast, lunches on the terrace and delicious dinners. It offers both sweet and savory traditional specialties from the Neapolitan cuisine. Guests can relax on the hotel terrace and enjoy the breathtaking panoramic view of the city and Mount Vesuvius.

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UNA HOTEL NAPOLI
Piazza Garibaldi, 9/10
80142 Napoli
www.unahotels.it
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Bari

Bari

Region: Apulia (capital city)
Area: 116 km2 (45 sq mi)
Population: 320.475
Demonym(s): Baresi
Patron saint: Saint Nicholas (Saint day: 6th December)
Cuisine: the cuisine is based on three major ingredients found in Puglia: wheat, olive oil, and wine - furthermore, fruit and vegetables are important
Harbour: The harbour of Bari is one of the most important in the Mediterranean sea
City of Saint Nicholas: Most of the relicts of St. Nicholas are kept in the Basilica di San Nicola in Bari

UNA HOTEL REGINA

UNA Hotel Regina is located 13 km away from the city center of Bari and is very near to an amazing rocky beach. Its architectural style recalls the ancient Apulian villages and the resort features a swimming pool, a fitness club and an exclusive wellness center with a Turkish bath, Roman sauna, jacuzzi and beauty treatment rooms. The characteristic restaurant with a terrace offers local Southern Italian cuisine and the best Italian wines.

UNA HOTEL REGINA
Strada Provinciale 57
70016 Torre a Mare, Noicattaro (BA)
www.unahotels.it
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