Tappeiner

Tappeiner is a surname of German-language origin, common in the Tyrol region of the Alps, particularly in South Tyrol in northern Italy. The name is associated with a historic family tied to the Merano area and with local public life in the 19th and 20th centuries. In Merano, a prominent feature bearing the name is the Tappeinerweg (Tappeiner Promenade), a hillside path that winds along the southern slope above the town and offers panoramic views of Merano, the Adige valley, and the surrounding mountains. The promenade is a well-known public recreation route and is frequently mentioned in guides and local histories as part of Merano’s landscape.

Beyond Merano, Tappeiner appears as a surname among German-speaking communities in the Tyrol region and nearby areas. Individuals bearing the name have appeared in historical records related to medicine, science, and municipal administration, though biographical details depend on the specific person.

Overall, Tappeiner is recognized primarily as a Tyrolean surname with a notable physical landmark in Merano, reflecting the interconnections between family histories and local geography in the Alpine region. See also: Tappeinerweg.