Prad

Prad is a municipality in northern Italy. In German, it is referred to as Prad am Stilfserjoch, reflecting its association with the Stilfserjoch (Stelvio Pass) region. It is part of the autonomous province of Bolzano (South Tyrol) in the Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol region, and it lies in the alpine landscape that characterizes the area.

The municipality features a rural, mountainous setting with a landscape shaped by valleys, forests, and high-altitude terrain. The population is predominantly German-speaking, with Italian and Ladin communities also present, reflecting the bilingual nature of the region. Local life centers on agriculture, forestry, and tourism, with visitors drawn to outdoor activities such as hiking and scenic drives in the Stelvio area.

Historically, Prad developed within the Tyrolean cultural sphere and was part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire before being incorporated into Italy after World War I. Since then it has been administered within the framework of South Tyrol’s autonomous governance, which recognizes linguistic and cultural diversity.

Beyond this municipality, the name Prad may appear in other contexts as a toponym or surname. When encountered without context, the term can be ambiguous and may require clarification to identify the intended reference.