Tematické procházky Jižním Tyrolskem

Marvel at the spectacle of the thundering water at the Pojer waterfall near Luttach/Lutago. Feel the cooling drops of water on your skin, breathe in the soothing freshness and enjoy the special microclimate of the surroundings and the colourful light reflections in the sunshine.

Demanding hike from Laives/Leifers via the Via Crucis with its 14 stations to the pilgrimage site of Madonna di Pietralba in Nova Ponente/Deutschnofen.

For those looking to explore a new, refreshing path, a visit to Redwitzplatz in Gossensass is perfect. The trail begins by crossing the river of Pflerscher at the sports field, then turning right into the wonderful river promenade. Right at the start of this promenade, a small path to the left leads you to Redwitzplatz, where the healing iron spring is located – a true gem for nature and health enthusiasts. From here, various routes open up, leading to Gottschalkweg trail, Vallmingalm hut, or back to the river promenade.

To get there, you can park at the Gossensass train station parking lot, just 10 minutes away. From there, the path takes you through the pedestrian underpass, then turning right into the valley and left at the second side street, heading towards the forest. The football field is visible from a distance, serving as a landmark.

A special highlight at Redwitzplatz is the new barefoot trail, allowing you to connect with the earth naturally – a refreshing and relaxing experience. The area is perfect for relaxation or enjoying a picnic surrounded by nature. If you’re looking for a varied outing in a beautiful setting, this is the place for you.

Starting at Hotel Sonneck in Schabs you follow trail no. 9 just above the service area Lanz in the direction to the lime pits. The first one displays a huge map with a description of its historic background. Keep following trail no 9A and past the little chapel „Urlaubsstöckl“ in direction to Aicha. For the return you can use the forward run or trail 8A „Ochsenbühel“ which leads to trail no 8 to Schabs. Then you follow the cycle path until you reach the starting point again.

The trail starts from the mine at the top of the Ridnauntal valley and then continues across the Mareiterbach stream and down the valley to below Ridnaun/Ridanna. Then the trail takes you for about 20 minutes along marked route 7A up to the chapel. This can be visited every Monday at 4 pm from May to the end of October, and in July and August also on Fridays at 10 am.

Sonnensteig trail - the theme trail in Upper Vinschgau Valley

There are some interesting points of exploration along this themed route such as the Benedictine abbey, the paths along the irrigation canals (known locally as ‘Waale’) as well as the natural landscape and some of the legends of the Alta Vinschgau Valley. And if you prefer, you can select just specific sections of the themed trail of interest to you. 

The climatic terrain cure is a special form of exercise therapy characterised by activity adapted to one’s fitness level, endurance training, and time spent in the outdoors experiencing the landscape, which is carried out through a personalised walking programme.

So-called terrain hiking improves endurance and agility, increases speed and flexibility, reinforces the cardiovascular system, stimulates breathing activity and strengthens muscles, ligaments and joints. It has a positive impact on the metabolism, activates the digestive system and noticeably increases the expenditure of calories.
The climatic terrain cure is recommended for functional cardiovascular disorders, respiratory and metabolic disorders, and above all is a tried and tested method of primary prevention and general health promotion.
The "Terrainkur" trails in Partschins/Parcines have been certified  by the Ludwig-Maximilians-University of Munich.

From the small village of Buchholz, you will then continue on to Gfrill. Right after Buchholz, the Truden Faultline becomes especially noticeable. This boundary is visible not only on the basis of the different geological strata (dolomites and porphyry), but also due to the change in vegetation. The trail is steadily uphill until you come to the ruins of the walls of an old cableway. You continue along the old cableway trail, steadily uphill, until arriving in Gfrill, an alpine village surrounded by plenty of natural beauty.

The Ywein Trail is a family-friendly themed path in Rodeneck that takes young and old on a journey through the story of Knight Ywein. The trail is stroller-accessible and follows a gentle path through an enchanted forest directly to the impressive Rodenegg Castle. Along the way, you’ll encounter magic stones and story panels that bring Ywein’s adventures to life in a playful and engaging manner.

At Rodenegg Castle, you’ll discover a special highlight: the Ywein Frescoes. These remarkable Romanesque wall paintings are the oldest secular artworks in the German-speaking world, illustrating the dramatic tale of Knight Ywein in an artistic way. Check the castle's opening hours to ensure you can view the frescoes during your visit.

Walking time: approx. 30 minutes

Which traces are we following on this route? 
Having been hugely shaped by agriculture only a few decades earlier, Gröden became an important centre for sacred art production for the Habsburg monarchy around 1900. This brought about a change in the face of St. Ulrich; workshops for sculpting, carpentry and painting sprung up, bringing prosperity along with economic success - no longer in the form of the construction of ordinary houses, but in the form of elegant villas. These villas were inspired by examples from the major cities in Europe, and tell a unique story about how Gröden reflected the industrial boom in Europe on a societal and culture level.

A very exciting and romantic gorge trail along the Falschauer river, with information boards about timber rafting (timber transportation across the river).

Marvel the impressive spectacle of the Rötbach waterfall above Kasern/Casere. Feel the cooling freshness on your skin, breathe in the pleasant fresh air and admire the colorful light reflections when the sun shines.

The berry bear trail with wooden sculptures and information boards for children and adults on the Schludernser Berg mountain.

The Apple Trail between Kurtatsch and Tramin is a lovingly designed thematic hiking trail that vividly showcases the importance of the apple in South Tyrol.
The Apple Trail can be explored from Kurtatsch to Tramin or vice versa, depending
on personal preference. On this scenic hike through the apple orchards, you will learn
many fascinating facts about the unique characteristics of the cultivation area and
the South Tyrolean apple.

Spanning Brixen/Bressanone to Franzensfeste/Fortezza, this exciting and instructive theme trail focusses on the history and cultural landscape of the Eisacktal Valley. On the 24 information boards found along the way, there is much to learn about the art and history of the oldest settlement in Tyrol, as well as its natural environment and geology.

Along the way you can find information panels about the history and culture of qine, as well as giant-size items used in winegrowing: a "Reber" (vine knife), a "Moster" (pounder) and a "Pazeide", an ancient wine and measuring vessel on the village square.

Latemar.Natura is a varied circular hike that combines breathtaking alpine scenery, interactive experiences and family-friendly exploration. Starting from the top station of the Oberholz chairlift, the trail leads to the stunning Latemar.360° viewing platform, offering an unforgettable panorama of the surrounding Dolomites. From there, the route continues across meadows and through open forests to the cozy Mayrl Alm, perfect for a relaxing break. Along the newly renovated return path, hikers of all ages will discover engaging nature stations that invite you to learn and explore the environment in a playful way. A perfect hike for families and nature lovers who want to experience the Dolomites with all senses.

The tour starts at the source of the Adige river, the hike leads along the Venosta Valley high trail, past the Altgraun church tower and on to St. Valentin.

This easy and pleasant tour leads you through the wild nature from Ortisei to S. Jacob. This forest experience, which is well suited for families with children, is a hike with a unique view of the Sassolungo.

This beautiful panoramic trail runs above the village of Welschnofen | Nova Levante through forests, meadows, and traditional farmsteads. Along the route, 9 stations provide fascinating insights into the village of Welschnofen | Nova Levante, its history and traditions, as well as the natural surroundings of the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage Site. Numerous benches invite you to pause, relax, and enjoy the fresh mountain air and tranquility.

The magic trail in Riffian with 20 stations invites children and adults to discover a fantastic world of magic and sorcery. It leads into the deep forest, past a wishing wheel, the labyrinth with the petrified face, eerie voices and obstacles to climb through. Once we reach the highest point, the giant magic wand awaits us, leaving nothing to be desired. On the way back, we pass a witches' village, ringing trees and a magic tunnel. With the flying carpet, we float through the gate into the children's factory town. There we can take part in building the city. After skilfully overcoming the city moat and dusting off the magic dust, "only" the experience remains. The artistically designed stations have been created from materials provided by the forest and thus contribute to the magic of the trail.

The hike begins at the parking area in the Winnebachtal valley. Follow the stroller-friendly forest trail No. 23 up to the Astnerberg Alm. Along the way, you’ll pass by the Hexenstein (Witch’s Stone), a unique rock with basins. According to legend, witches once danced with the devil here, leaving their footprints – an exciting stop for both young and old!

Once you reach the Astnerberg Alm, you’ll find a sunny terrace, a children's playground, and a petting zoo. The Alm is accessible not only on foot but also with a stroller, mountain bike, or on horseback.

The Peace Trail (Friedensweg) in Caldaro was created between 1995 and 2000 by an action group led by Georg Reider. It leads from the Sportzone St. Anton car park across the cultural and natural landscape through the Kardatschertal valley or the wild Rastenbachklamm gorge to St Peter’s Church in Castelvecchio/Altenburg.

Seven stations invite hikers and pilgrims to pause and reflect. Artists have interpreted the five themes of “Moderation, Wisdom, Justice, Belief and Hope,” artistically applying them to the environment. The sixth station (Courage) is the Rastenbachklamm gorge. The seventh, Love, is represented by the ruins of the early Christian St Peter’s Church in Castelvecchio, probably the oldest church ruins in Tyrol.

Sturdy footwear is recommended for the hike and sure-footedness is also essential in some places.

The Sexten circular trail can be started anywhere in Sexten. A short but very beautiful hike that is ideal for exploring the Sexten Valley and for gaining a very good first impression. The entire trail is marked with the number 1. The Sexten circular trail leads past farms 
farms, across meadows and through dense coniferous forests. Mostly on narrow forest paths, but occasionally also on wide forest roads. Stops along the way invite you to rest and explore

When you take this extra segment, you will begin from Gfrill, which is located at approx. 1,300 meters above sea-level, and continue to Buchholz at 560 meters above sea-level. At first, you'll have a pleasant, relaxing stroll downhill until you come to Unterstein. You can then continue along the old aerial lift trail until you reach the vestiges of an old cableway. The trail then goes downhill until you come to the brook where the Truden Faultline is especially noticeable. This boundary is distinctly visible not only on the basis of the different geological strata (dolomites and porphyry), but also due to the abrupt change in vegetation. You can then continue to the small village of Buchholz.

Hike to the beautiful St. Jakob's Church in Grissiano with his pictures from the beginning of the XIII century.

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

This adventurous family hike on the South Tyrolean side runs along the banks of the Pflerscherbach stream and features various play stations on the theme of ‘water’ and ‘climbing’. The educational hike with the two water drops Gossy and Gschnitzy starts at the sports field in Gossensass and leads to Innerpflersch to the viewing platform Hölle. To get back to the starting point, you can take the public bus number 313 every hour. On this easy yet long adventure trail, you have several opportunities to stop for refreshments or to enjoy a cosy picnic. 

Along the 400-metre-long, flat themed trail by the ibex enclosure in Moos, families with children can discover the fascinating nature of the Hinterpasseier valley. They can learn through play, observe the surroundings, and test their skills at climbing stations.

The tenth and most challenging stage of the 360° Obervinschgau circular hiking trail leads through impressive high alpine landscapes with magnificent views of the Sesvenna Group and the Obervinschgau valley basin, with a viewing platform as a special highlight.

The well-marked tour begins in the historic district of Stufles, the oldest quarter of Brixen. After a short while, you leave the bustling city center and enter quieter surroundings. The route passes the Knöspele distillery (tastings available by prior appointment) and continues along the northernmost vineyards of the region to Neustift. There, the renowned Augustinian Monastery of Neustift invites visitors to discover its cultural, religious, and oenological treasures. The return path to Brixen leads through the monastery’s own vineyards and past several excellent private wineries.