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From the village center, proceed to the sculpture garden where you can view various fascinating sculptures made of different materials. You can then continue through the splendid natural landscape until you come to the Niedere-Höfe Trail. You will pass by the Perkeo Restaurant and then through the village back to the starting-point. This is an easy stroll through the romantic natural surroundings and culture of Buchholz.

The Pichl is the starting-point for the Gfrill Village Route. From here, you continue to Unterstein and then along the cableway trail until you come to the remains of an abandoned cableway. From here, the Berger Trail will take you to the Old Gfrill Road. Continue along it until your get back to your starting-point at the Pichl.

Trail of Legends in Val Sarentino/Sarntal | A hike with a theme: Legends of South Tyrol | Trail of Legends in Val Sarentino/Sarntal | Directions | Starting point: Wippingerhof

The "Vorbichl" Adventure Trail is located in Prissiano. This path is ideal for children and adults. 

Attention: the path is not cleared in winter and can be icy in places. Always wear good shoes!

The natural healing method according to Kneipp is based on five pillars: order of life, exercise, nutrition, herbs and water. The order of life can be seen as the foundation on which the other methods are based. Basically, human beings have sufficient bodily defences, but our civilised way of life lacks the natural stimuli and stimulation that challenge and train the immune system. And this is exactly where Kneipp comes in: especially with his water treatments, he forces our body to react and thus regulate itself. However, Kneipp advises moderation - "order lies in moderation" is one of his principles - and careful handling of the water applications, which must be adapted to each individual. This also applies to the "Healthy in Algund" stations: let's listen to our body and feel what is good for us.

The hiking trail at the cultural border between South Tyrol and the Province of Trento runs over mountain pastures, meadows and trough forests. The 14 adventure points along the way offer insight into the natural richness and originality of this landscape.

Starting from the Melager Alm alpine pasture, this glacier nature trail provides an informative route to the Weißkugelhütte mountain pasture. The first of a total of twelve information boards is located near the mountain hut. From here, follow the signposted path along the valley to the pine and larch forest. The nature trail continues over a moraine hill covered by ice until 120 years ago. To the left of the glacial stream you encounter striking brown-red rocks. After crossing the geological formations, you reach the most easterly point at the foot of the Langtauferer Ferner glacier. From here the nature trail turns to the north-west and soon you arrive at the Weißkugelhütte mountain hut. The descent follows path no. 2.
Note: The trail leads through high alpine terrain and requires you to be sure footed. It is necessary to wear high alpine clothing and footwear.

Dear hiker, can i give you a hiking tip? The "Hirtensteig" themed path offers you an understanding of the herder's life, the livestock and the special features of one of the largest community alpine pasture systems in Europe not just today but also in the distant past at five stations along the trail. 

On this segment, you will proceed from the famed Pinot Noir village of Montan uphill to Aldein – from 500 meters up to 1,200 meters above sea-level. At the beginning of the segment, you will take the "Wine Forest Water" Trail and pass by the Enn Castle and the Elsenhof farmstead which belongs to it. You will then proceed along the old tracks and through the spruce forests (common here on the southwest flank of the Cislon) and farther to the Aldein Bridge (known as the "Little European Bridge" when first built in the 1960s). This is a good opportunity for hikers to make a rest-stop and/or get some refreshments. You will then proceed to the hamlet of Holen and on to Aldein.

The Glacier Trail begins at the parking area near the Enzianhütte at the end of Val Martello. It is divided into 9 sections and can cope in a circular route of about 10 kilometers and an overcoming of 600 meters. The hike is divided into stages and can be shortened or committed in a different order. All in all the tour takes 4 hours.

Stage 1: From the parking area to the Zufallhütte - 30 Minutes
Stage 2: From the Zufallhütte to the Plima wall - 15 minutes
Stage 3: From the Plima wall to the waterfall - 30 Minutes
Stage 4: Rise to Talschwelle - 30 Minutes
Stage 5: To the glacier front of the High Ferners - 30 Minutes
Stage 6: From the glacier front to the left moraine - 15 minutes
Stage 7: From the moraine to Martell Hut - 15 minutes
Stage 8: From the Martell Hut back to the Plima wall - 30 Minutes
Stage 9: From the Plima wall to the ex Hotel Paradiso - 30 Minutes

The Keschtnweg Chestnut Trail from the Neustift Monastery (560 m) to Terlan/Terlano (250 m) runs along the right bank of the Eisacktal Valley. It is in autumn, at the time of the Törggelen, that the trail is at its most eye-catching and many taverns and inns along the way offer traditional Törggelen dishes. The lush, diverse vegetation and simple, rural way of life also attracts visitors in spring and early summer.

The farmers trail is the former connecting route between Coll and the village centre of St. Peter and was used by the farmers to get to school and to church. The historic farms, the picturesque chapels and wayside shrines and the majestic pale mountains, the Odle, will enchant you.

Walking time: 60 - 90 minutes

Walk along the historic town center „Betlehem“, through the Gewürztraminer vineyards above Tramin-Termeno. Enjoy the Mediterranean culture, the landscape and a unique view on Tramin-Termeno and the environment.

Ski racers and mountaineers Hans and Paola Steger made their mark on the Seiser Alm like no other, before or since. Pioneers of mountaineering in the Dolomites, they made an immense contribution to the development of skiing on the Seiser Alm: The Hans & Paola Steger trail pays homage to their achievements. Info boards lining the route provide a host of information on the nature and culture of the Seiser Alm. A magnificent Dolomite panorama accompanies hikers along this leisurely yet fascinating trail. 

This hiking path goes through fabulous beech groves and pictorial forests.

 

 

 

11 boards provide multimedia and vivid information about the history of Schabs and local sights; the three Chapels of Christ’s Passion on the Spinges mountain, the background to the construction of the fortress of Franzensfeste, the connections around the Tyrolean “Standschützen”, the short life of the witcher “Lauterfresser” Matthäus Perger ... - Experience history up close and personal!

Val Gardena Railway was constructed long time ago, when the region was part of the Austrian-Hungarian Monarchy. In its 44 years during which it was operating, it strongly influenced the valley and brought many tourists to it, above all in the last years. The railway was running from 1916 to 1960 and was completed in record time. In fact, construction was started in September 1915 and in February 1916 the railway was officially inaugurated. 6.000 Russian soldiers who were prisoners during the World War did this great work.

On the comfortable way with panoramic view from S. Cristina to Roncadizza, you will find several information boards with historical pictures, which explain the Val Gardena Railway history.

 

The Pinot Noir walkway leads through the Pinot Nor growing area along the Trudner Horn/Monte Corno Nature Park and the characteristic villages of Auer/Ora, Montan/Montagna and Neumarkt/Egna. The Pinot Noir growing area in Montan and Mazon/Mazzon is one of the most famous in Italy. Furthermore you walk through several monuments and historical places. The walkway is family-friendly and not dangerous.

This challenging segment leads from the alpine village of Altrei to the famed Pinot Noir village of Montan – from 1,200 meters down to 500 meters above sea-level. From Altrei, the route continues uphill via the Ziss Saddle all the way to the Horn-Alm (managed) with a wonderful view, at an altitude of more than 1,700 meters above sea-level – the highest point of this segment. From here, the trail is almost totally downhill. The next segment will take you to the Hackelboden forest hut (not managed!) and on to the hamlet of Gsteig (option for food/drink and overnight lodgings). You will then pass by the roaring Glen Waterfall via the former Fleims Valley railroad and on to Montan.

Helpful hint for this route: Take the little side-trip from Gsteig to the impressive "Kanzel" looming high above the Unterland district. You'll be rewarded with a fantastic view!

This challenging segment leads from Aldein via the Cislon to Gschnon and on to Gfrill. You will proceed along pleasant trails and come first to Holen, then past it to the Aldein Bridge (known as the "Little European Bridge" when first built in the 1960s). Here there are various refreshment options. And provided that you have the necessary physical fitness, you can then continue on upwards to the Cisloner Alm. A quite challenging part of the trail is over the Reiterböden. Later, you will proceed to Mühlen (option for rest-stop, refreshments, and overnight lodgings). You can then continue over a short stretch over an asphalt road and uphill to the hamlet of Gschnon (option for rest-stop, food/drink, and overnight lodgings). After that, there's a somewhat more-comfortable segment over pleasant forest paths and the Gfrill Saddle until you come to Gfrill.

This segment begins at the Jochgrimm, at an altitude of 1,989 meters above sea-level. It will take you directly at the top of the beautiful Weisshorn (tip: enjoy the sunrise). After the descent halfway around the Weisshorn and then downhill via the alpine meadows and larch meadows towards Aldein. The highlight, as far as natural beauty is concerned, is after you've overcome 400 meters of altitude-differential: The tillered meadows larch meadows and pastures are home to many rare species of orchids, alpine anemones, and paradise lilies. The route continues on pleasant paths along past several pleasant rest-and-refreshment stops and on to the village of Aldein, at 1,200 meters above sea-level on the Regglberg.

This hike offers an excellent opportunity to explore and admire the unique beauty of this alpine landscape.

This segment starts in the village of Aldein, which is located at an altitude of 1,200 meters above sea-level on the Regglberg. From here, you will proceed past several alpine meadows and upwards towards the Jochgrimm. After a few hundred meters of altitude-differential, you will reach the "Stockwiesen" (the local name of these tillered meadows which refers to the intertwining roots and tree stumps that remain in the ground after the land has been cleared) – a real highlight of natural beauty. These larch meadows are home to many rare orchids, alpine anemones, and paradise lilies that thrive here. The route continues uphill, past the Neuhütt-Alm, halfway around the Weisshorn, and then at the Jochgrimm, at an altitude of 1,989 meters above sea-level. Finally, the real highlight of the stage follows: It goes up to the top of the impressive Weißhorn (tip: enjoy the sunset). This pleasant hike will take you through a pristine natural landscape of unique beauty.

This contemplative cultural/historical hiking circuit on the Pfeffersberg mountain spans the seven churches above Brixen/Bressanone, testifying to the deep Christian beliefs of the local population. On the third Sunday of September, the annual pilgrimage is held in the church district of Brixen, known as the “Seven Church Procession”.

High above Trafoi is the Goldsee Lake Trail (path nr. 20) which winds through a rock desert. The hiking trail doesn't only offer a magnificent view on the Ortler mounatin, the trail gives you also information about the region. Along the way, theme boards explain the history of the mountain front during the First World War and give an insight into the vegetation and geology.

Following the annexation of Austria into Nazi Germany in 1938, the Saalen-Montal bunker was hastly designed to form part of the Vallo Alpino Littorio system of fortifications. It was constructed between 1939 an 1941.

The Plima Gorge, cut deep into the rock over thousands of years, is a narrow, impressive gorge at the foot of Monte Cevedale with almost vertical walls finely polished by iced water. Today, it presents itself as a natural arena for visitors looking for unique natural spectacles.

This scenic, bracing walk above Vahrn/Varna takes you through woods and meadows to the ruins of the old Fortress of Salern, established by the prince-bishops of Brixen/Bressanone as seat of their court. With its splendid view of the Brixen basin, this is the northernmost chestnut forest in South Tyrol.

The Castelfeder hill is an ancient cultural landscape with settlement remains dating back to the Stone Age and Bronze Age. The remains of the castle complex, the legendary “slide of fertility” and the Santa Barbara chapel walls are testament to its mystical past. The area is of particular importance not only from an archaeological and historical perspective but also from an ecological point of view as for years it has enjoyed the status of being a protected natural habitat (biotope).

The Castle trail „Castelronda“ is about 20 km long and connects the castles and ruins of Bolzano, San Genesio and Terlano: Castle Roncolo/Runkelstein, Castle Rafenstein, Castle Grifo/Greifenstein (vulg. also called Castello del Porco, which means „Pork Castle“), Ruin Helfenberg and Castle Neuhaus (also called Maultasch). The efforts of hikers will be fully satisfied with magnificent views over the most beautiful castles and ruins of the region, in the middle of the nature.

 Trilingual information pillars near the castles and ruins will inform your whole family of interesting history facts and entertaining tips.  

The hikes on the „Castelronda/Burgenweg“ trail are especialliy recommended in spring, autumn and winter.

The Art & Nature Trail “Troi UNIKA” puts the focus on art and nature – on the artistic quality of the mountains and on the tradition of carving, deeply rooted in Val Gardena.
Members of the sculpting association “Unika” and other craft artists have expressed their bond to nature by creating places to linger, contemplate and understand.
A total of ten stations invite you to discover the small and big wonders of nature and to admire the original Val Gardena wooden sculptures:
1. Sculpture “The Spiral”
2. The bridge
3. Rest area in the wood
4. Sculpture “The Feather”
5. Trees and rocks
6. 200-year-old spruce
7. View over the valley
8. Sculpture “Pultredes”
9. The Ants
10. The root