Pferderennplatz Meran
ThePferderennplatz Meran(Italian:Ippodromo di Maia) is an Italian racecourse, located in the town ofMeran,South Tyrol, used forthoroughbred horse racing.It is one of the leading racecourses in Italy, hosting the annualGrosser Preis von Meran(Grand Prix of Meran).
As Meran grew in importance as aspatown due to the visits byEmpress Elisabeth of Austriaand thearistocracy,the need to have organised horse races grew. In 1896, the first horse race took place and in 1900 a permanent racecourse established, which featured flat,steeplechase,and trotting races.
Following the annexation of the town from Austria-Hungary to Italy after the end of World War I, the newfascistgovernment constructed a new site in 1935. TheGrosser Preis von Meranwas funded with the lottery and endowed with the highest prize money of the state lotteries. The event is one of the most important horse races is in the country and has produced many memorable wins.
Further reading[edit]
- Luigi Gianoli.Fascino del rischio. Ostacolismo a maia.Fabri Editori, Milan 1989.
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