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The Stone Men (Stoanernen Mandlen) - Moonlight and Satan’s milk - the true story of the Val Sarentino witch ‘Pachlerzottl’

Barb (Barbara) Stöckele married Kunz Pachler and moved to the Bachlerhof from her home on the opposite side of the valley. The cheerful young farmer’s wife brought new prosperity to the farmstead, though Katl Hiller, the former housekeeper at the Bachlerhof grew suspicious of her. Several years later, after no heir to the farm had been born, Katl took Kunz aside, asking if he hadn’t noticed that Barb was involved in black magic and saying that God would never entrust her with a child. Kunz became increasingly estranged from Barb, who grew lonely and depressed realising she had been abandoned. One day Katl observed her as she splashed around in a water trough, deep in thought. Straight afterwards a devastating thunder storm broke out over the Sarntal valley and all Windlahn blamed it on Barb, saying she had brought it about by magic. Barb soon realised that she had been branded a witch, and that every kind of misfortune was attributed to her: the death of a child, just as much as a cornfield flattened by hail. Barb became a recluse and hid at her mother’s for weeks on end. After her mother’s death she went to ruin, wandering from place to place, homeless, in rags, ‘zottelig’ (unkempt, with matted hair). The accusations of witchcraft accumulated and she, the ‘Pachlerzottl’ was imprisoned in Schloss Reineck castle. Under torture she admitted to making mice out of coal, to putting a spell on milk, to riding on a broomstick to the Steinernen Mandlen at Auen, to masticating children and to copulating with the devil. She was tried in the Kellerburg in 1540 and the trial records are still preserved complete. ‘Pachlerzottl’ was condemned to death for witchcraft and burnt alive at the ‘Galgenangerle’ (gallows corner) at the northern end of Sarnthein where the Öttenbach stream runs into the Talfer.

The Pachlerzottl tragedy is re-enacted as a play on the first three Thursday evenings in July, with the original Steinernen Mandeln as a backdrop.

This adventurous snowshoe hike leads through forest and meadows to the most famous pilgrimage site in South Tyrol, the Maria Weißenstein monastery, which is well worth a visit. Numerous votive tablets demonstrate how, for centuries, the devout sought refuge and mercy from the mother of god in times of worry or distress.

The hike starts at the Kühhof car park above Latzfons. Head northwest on forest trail over the open Alpine meadows passing through sparse larch and pine forests to the Klausner Hütte mountain hut (1923 m). Continue along the hiking trail passing the Rungger Hütten huts and Plankenbach brook. Also known as the Kreuzweg (Way of the Cross), the trail then crosses a pine forest before winding its way up a steep slope to the pilgrimage church and mountain shelter at Latzfonser Kreuz. Continue up trail no. 9. Finally, the route leads to the Kassiansee mountain lake and the Kassianspitze summit (2581 m) slightly beyond. The return is back the same way as the ascent.

Superb hiking options along the ample ridge leading up to Monte Sommo-Sambock and a singular 360° view down onto Brunico-Bruneck, the Dolomites and the Zillertal Alps.

This route leads from the bus stop in Stilfs/Stelvio, passing Platzhof farm and heading along a forest trail to the Obere Stilfser Alm Alpine farm that towers over Stilfs at an elevation of 2,077 m.
 Be sure to give yourself a well-earned break at the farm: the view of Ortler mountain from this tranquil setting is truly stunning and a hot flask of tea can work wonders.

The snowshoe hike from the Angerer Alm to the Lanzwiesen Alm along trail No. 6 is a true winter adventure. The path leads you through snowy forests and gentle hills, allowing you to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the winter landscape. Starting at the Angerer Alm, you follow the well-marked trail that takes you to the picturesque Lanzwiesen Alm in about 1.5 hours. Once there, you can take a well-deserved break and admire the pristine nature of the Dolomites. The hike is perfect for snowshoe hikers of all levels and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

Dear snowshoe hikers:
Because of their favourable location, negligible risk of avalanches and the large number of users the following hiking tips are suitable at all times.  Please be careful after heavy fresh snowfall or in extreme weather. Always:  Check the avalanche status report and the weather forecast. Unless the walks are circular walks, all descriptions are only for the outbound stretch.
Do not leave the paths.  For the benefit of the wildlife that already struggles in winter, please avoid making loud noises.
If you are unsure of anything, please ask your host or Tourist Information.

Appealing winter tour through pine mixed forest in snowy altitudes. Refreshments Malga Bergmeisteralm.

The circular hike Martinsweg is an easily walkable circular trail named after the little church of St. Martin, near the Eggerhöfe farm houses. The Martinsweg is signposted as saasy family hiking tour with spectacular mountain views!

At the foot of the Geisler peaks. During this snowshoe hike to the hut Dusler Alm and Glatschalm hikers can admire the up over 3000 meters towering pinnacles, peaks and towers of the Geisler close.

This snowshoe hike takes you into the snow-covered expanses of the Latemar meadows, a picturesque area right at the foot of the Latemar with a perfect view of the Rosengarten | Catinaccio. Along the way, you are rewarded with stunning views of the imposing Latemar mountain peaks, which can be climbed in summer. Upon reaching the snow-covered Latemar meadows, the Latmor Alm hut invites you for a warming break.

Explore the snow-covered winter landscape in the idyllic Zerzertal valley towards the Brugger Alm. A beautiful, moderately difficult snowshoe or winter hike with picturesque views.
No refreshments available at the Brugger Alm.

Embark on an unforgettable snowshoe hike in the Pfunderer Mountains! The Terner Joch offers a breathtaking panorama – from the Zillertal Alps in the north to the stunning Dolomites in the south. This tour combines the beauty of nature, active exploration, and unforgettable vistas.

From the right side of car park, follow the service road uphill. Afterwards, a hiking trail, briefly bearing left, leads through the forest for a short time and then over a meadow and through a forest once more. One finally reaches a high plateau with numerous hay barns. Head right uphill past the barns ascending through a steep piece of woodland that ends in a shelf and leads along an increasingly narrow ridge towards the peak of the Platter Berg mountain. From the peak, follow the same route back to the starting point.

 

ATTENTION: Always be informed about snow conditions and avalanche risk before setting off.

PARES 1538 m – FURCELA DE FURCIA 2294 m – JUVAC 2450 m approx. 912 m | approx. 3 hours Description: Set off from the Pares car park and keep right after about 20 minutes, following the upper forest trail to where the woods end. From there, continue across the beautiful mountain pastures to the Furcela de Furcia pass and take a right to reach the peak.

Possibility to rental snowshoes in Antermoia and Picolin.

The Fundres/Pfunders massif offers a wide range of hiking options with anything from soft-rolling hills to steep slopes leading up to craggy peaks. Gorgeous excursions for both summer-time hikers and winter sports fans – all topped off by breath-taking 360° panoramic views.

The Three-Alpine-Farms Hike, which leads to three different alpine farms, affords fabulous views as it leads hikers through the plateau’s unique winterlandscape and past the Bruggen Pond.

Feel the silence in the forest and discover the nature of the Ahrntal valley on puffy snow pillows. 

The snowshoe hiking tour to the Holzerböden hut (closed in Winter) is not difficult. Enjoy the stunning view of the whole valley. 

Walking time to the hut approx. 2 1/4 h. 

This panoramic trail leads from the pasture Außere Schwemmalm around the ridge of Mutegg and opens the view of the glacier Hasenohr. The descent goes from pasture Innere Schwemmalm to the underlying mountain farms to S. Nicolò/St. Nikolaus and down the path of farms up to Pracupola. Return from St. Nicholas also possible with the bus!

 

This snowshoe walk leads through the wild, romantic Tschamintal valley, where the Tschaminbach river babbles happily and the winter’s countryside can be enjoyed to the full. The Rechter Leger clearing is a fabulous place to stop off for a rest in winter, and boasts box-seat views of the Grasleitentürme towers and the Tschaminspitzen peaks.

The tour to the Watleskreuz leads along a comfortable path through the wintry landscape. Here, above all, the beautiful mountain scenery becomes a highlight for the winter hiker.   

Easy excursion with amazing panorama over Croda del Becco/ Seekofel and Lago di Braies/ Pragser Wildsee.
Starting point: St. Veit/San Vito(1.332m) Arrival: Wöggenalm hut(1.627m)

Easy alpine pasture and summit hike. A marvellous tour with magnificent panoramic views.
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This snowshoe hike leads from Sulden via trail no. 19 to the Kälberalm.

Walking tour in the Valley of Planeil
From the mountain village of Planeil, trail No. 6 follows on the broad valley path through sloping meadows to the wall remains of the Petesetteshof farm. Continue on until the way forks left, from here go up to the Planol Alpine hut (2069 m).
Descent: from the hut downhill through Alpine pasture slopes, following trail No. 10 to above Planeil village and at the end take a steep right down to the starting point.

Attention: This snowshoe hike requires knowledge of avalanches and snow safety.

The tour to the Stegeralm hut (open also in winter) is a highlight for every snowshoe hiking fan. Enjoy the stunning view of the mountains of the Ahrntal valley!

Walking time to the hut approx. 2 h

 

> Stegeralm hut

A hike from the civil defence centre in Sulden to the mountain station on Kanzel.

The picturesque snowfields of Selva and a stop at the Stallwies inn guarantee a mystical ambience with alpine background.

Discover nature of the Ahrntal valley on puffy snow pillows. 

The snowshoe hiking tour to the Gruberalm (closed in winter) hut is a highlight for every snowshoe hiking fan.  

Walking time to the hut approx. 1½ h.

Starting point of this snowshoe hike is the valley station of the chairlift Malga Tarres.

The snowshoe walk to the Haniger Schwaige hut (closed in winter) takes you below the imposing face of the Rosengarten massif and under the Vajolettürme, giving you a truly unique experience of the countryside. Given that the trail leads over steep mountain meadows, you must take heed of weather conditions and avalanche warnings.