Krásné turistické trasy v Gröden

A walking trail dedicated to the Alpine Ski Champions in Val Gardena.

The route is dedicated to all those who have won a World Cup race since 1969 or a World Championship race in 1970 in Val Gardena, as well as to who believed in the idea of skiing in Val Gardena with great ambition and pioneering spirit.

This themed trail starts in the village center of Selva, behind the Ski School. It is a journey through the history of skiing in Val Gardena, from the beginnings of Alpine skiing, to its establishment as a world-famous ski area which hosts breath-taking ski world cup races every year. In the audio guide you are accompanied by Erich Demetz, honorary citizen of Selva, pioneer and conceiver of the alpine Ski World Cup races in Val Gardena and President for 28 years of the FIS (Fédération Internationale de Ski).

This fascinating story should not be forgotten!

https://www.valgardena.it/dl/walkoffame/Walk_of_fame_ENG.mp3

The Val Gardena railway trail runs along the entire length of the valley and takes you past woods, meadows, hamlets and local sights on the sunny side of the valley. Choose between Selva, S. Cristina and Ortisei as your starting point. The walk follows the course of the former Val Gardena railway, which was built during the First World War – in the years 1915-1916.

On a section of the path you will find a number of bronze sculptures by local artists. These give walkers and hikers an insight into the fascinating history of art in the Gardena Valley.

Along the railway line trail from La Poza towards S. Cristina there is a snow gauge, which measures the amount of snowfall for the period from 1951 to the present day.

This path leads you from the valley station of the Col Raiser cable way, via Rifugio Firenze to the starting point of the Seceda Ridge Line trail.
The Ridge Line Trail hike, with its spectacular cliffside views, starts from the top station of the Seceda cable car and leads up to the summit cross at 2,519 m, continuing on to the Forcella Pana. There you will find a viewpoint with the surrounding peaks clearly marked.

The actual Ridge Line Trail is about 1 km long and can be comfortably completed in around one hour at a leisurely pace, including stops to enjoy the panorama. 

Please note: descending east from the summit cross (trail no. 6) you will now find a turnstile (€ 5) that allows continued access to the trail up to the Forcella Pana. This section is not strictly necessary, as you will already have enjoyed stunning views from higher up.

To continue your hike into the Puez-Odle Nature Park or down to the Mastlé Alp located below, you can also take trail no. 1, which branches off further down.

This path leads you from the Cristauta parking lot/bus stop via Sëurasas and Pic Mountain to the starting point of the Seceda Ridge Line trail.
The Ridge Line Trail hike, with its spectacular cliffside views, starts from the top station of the Seceda cable car and leads up to the summit cross at 2,519 m, continuing on to the Forcella Pana. There you will find a viewpoint with the surrounding peaks clearly marked.

The actual Ridge Line Trail is about 1 km long and can be comfortably completed in around one hour at a leisurely pace, including stops to enjoy the panorama. We therefore recommend including it as part of a longer day hike. The Ridge Line Trail can be incorporated at the beginning, in the middle, or at the end of your tour.

Please note: descending east from the summit cross (trail no. 6) you will now find a turnstile (€ 5) that allows continued access to the trail up to the Forcella Pana. This section is not strictly necessary, as you will already have enjoyed stunning views from higher up.

To continue your hike into the Puez-Odle Nature Park or down to the Mastlé Alp located below, you can also take trail no. 1, which branches off further down.

The tour starts at the valley station of the Resciesa funicular in Ortisei. After taking the ride up, follow trail no. 35 over the Brogles Saddle to the Brogles Hut. The demanding ascent through the Forcella Mezdì is along trail no. 29. Arrived at the top, trail no. 2B leads past the Pieralongia Hut. The final stretch follows trail no. 6 along the spectacular Seceda Ridge Line.

A walking trail dedicated to the Alpine Ski Champions in Val Gardena.

The route is dedicated to all those who have won a World Cup race since 1969 or a World Championship race in 1970 in Val Gardena, as well as to who believed in the idea of skiing in Val Gardena with great ambition and pioneering spirit.

This themed trail starts in the village center of Selva, behind the Ski School. It is a journey through the history of skiing in Val Gardena, from the beginnings of Alpine skiing, to its establishment as a world-famous ski area which hosts breath-taking ski world cup races every year. In the audio guide you are accompanied by Erich Demetz, honorary citizen of Selva, pioneer and conceiver of the alpine Ski World Cup races in Val Gardena and President for 28 years of the FIS (Fédération Internationale de Ski).

This fascinating story should not be forgotten!

https://www.valgardena.it/dl/walkoffame/Walk_of_fame_ENG.mp3

The hike starts at the parish church of Ortisei and follows the “Via del Dialogo” towards San Giacomo, along a path immersed in the forest. The historic San Giacomo church already offers a first impressive viewpoint. The route then continues towards Balest, from where a splendid view opens up over Ortisei. Continuing towards Seurasas, the panorama becomes even wider, with spectacular views of the Dolomites. After a break at Baita Curona, the itinerary ends at the Seceda - Ridge Line, where the landscape offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. A moderately difficult tour, ideal for nature lovers and those who enjoy panoramic hikes.

With the Dolomiti SuperSummer Card, the famous Sellaronda ski tour is also walkable in July and August. The Sellaronda HIKE tour is fascinating because of the unique panorama of the four Ladin valleys and three Italian provinces around the Sella massif. Be aware, the tour is very long and requires good physical condition. Start early in the morning with the first lift and take a packed lunch with you.
Not suitable for families.

At the entrance to the Puez-Geisler Nature Park, a place of profound silence stretches for several kilometres. Embedded in the valley between dense forests and majestic mountains, hikers immerse themselves here in an oasis of tranquility. With every step, one feels the primeval power and peaceful atmosphere emanating deeply from the woodland.

The Val Gardena rail tracks course through the whole valley on a sunny stroll across forests, meadows, villages and local sights. Choose from Roncadizza, Ortisei, S. Cristina or Selva as a starting point. The walk follows the old rail tracks of the Val Gardena locomotive built during WWI (1915-1916) by Russian prisoners. Along the old railway line from La Poza to Santa Cristina you can find the diagram of the snow that fell since 1951.

The Sasso Piatto il situated between Val Gardena and the Altopiano dello Sciliar in proximity of the Sassolungo.

The strenuous but all the more rewarding hike up the Seceda starts in the village centre of Ortisei and reaches its climax with the unique view from the Seceda to the graceful Olde peaks, it is one of the most popular views in the Dolomites.

Sëurasas is one of the most impressive viewpoints in Val Gardena. From here you have a view over the three main villages of Val Gardena.

The Val Gardena rail tracks course through the whole valley on a sunny stroll across forests, meadows, villages and local sights. Choose from Roncadizza, Ortisei, S. Cristina or Selva as a starting point. The walk follows the old rail tracks of the Val Gardena locomotive built during WWI (1915-1916) by Russian prisoners. Along the old railway line from La Poza to Santa Cristina you can find the diagram of the snow that fell since 1951.

This classic hike runs across the steep Forcella Piza to Alpe Stevia, where you can catch a unique view to the Cir peaks.

This stage starts from Ortisei to the Brogles Alm, Focella Mesdì and the Mastlè Alp. After you reach the Forcella Forces de Sieles the trail runs on the Alta Via Dolomiti N° 2 until the Puez hut.http://www.sii.bz.it/

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.

This path leads you from the Cristauta parking lot/bus stop via Sëurasas to the starting point of the Seceda Ridge Line trail.
The Ridge Line Trail hike, with its spectacular cliffside views, starts from the top station of the Seceda cable car and leads up to the summit cross at 2,519 m, continuing on to the Forcella Pana. There you will find a viewpoint with the surrounding peaks clearly marked.

The actual Ridge Line Trail is about 1 km long and can be comfortably completed in around one hour at a leisurely pace, including stops to enjoy the panorama. We therefore recommend including it as part of a longer day hike. The Ridge Line Trail can be incorporated at the beginning, in the middle, or at the end of your tour.

Please note: descending east from the summit cross (trail no. 6) you will now find a turnstile (€ 5) that allows continued access to the trail up to the Forcella Pana. This section is not strictly necessary, as you will already have enjoyed stunning views from higher up.

To continue your hike into the Puez-Odle Nature Park or down to the Mastlé Alp located below, you can also take trail no. 1, which branches off further down.

From Plan de Gralba (accessible by ski bus) starts the path no. 653 at the feet of the Sella group. Pass at the Chalet Gerard, where you have to cross the road, and continue along path no. 653 until you arrive at the foot of Piz Culac. Return on the same way.

This path leads you from the top station of the Col Raiser cable way to the starting point of the Seceda Ridge Line trail.
The Ridge Line Trail hike, with its spectacular cliffside views, starts from the top station of the Seceda cable car and leads up to the summit cross at 2,519 m, continuing on to the Forcella Pana. There you will find a viewpoint with the surrounding peaks clearly marked.

The actual Ridge Line Trail is about 1 km long and can be comfortably completed in around one hour at a leisurely pace, including stops to enjoy the panorama. 

Please note: descending east from the summit cross (trail no. 6) you will now find a turnstile (€ 5) that allows continued access to the trail up to the Forcella Pana. This section is not strictly necessary, as you will already have enjoyed stunning views from higher up.

To continue your hike into the Puez-Odle Nature Park or down to the Mastlé Alp located below, you can also take trail no. 1, which branches off further down.

The alpenglow is a typical phenomenon of the Dolomites, in which the Dolomite peaks turn red, orange or pink during sunset.
This phenomenon is more likely to happen on clear autumn days.

This path leads you from the Cristauta parking lot/bus stop to the starting point of the Seceda Ridge Line trail.
The Ridge Line Trail hike, with its spectacular cliffside views, starts from the top station of the Seceda cable car and leads up to the summit cross at 2,519 m, continuing on to the Forcella Pana. There you will find a viewpoint with the surrounding peaks clearly marked.

The actual Ridge Line Trail is about 1 km long and can be comfortably completed in around one hour at a leisurely pace, including stops to enjoy the panorama. We therefore recommend including it as part of a longer day hike. The Ridge Line Trail can be incorporated at the beginning, in the middle, or at the end of your tour.

Please note: descending east from the summit cross (trail no. 6) you will now find a turnstile (€ 5) that allows continued access to the trail up to the Forcella Pana. This section is not strictly necessary, as you will already have enjoyed stunning views from higher up.

To continue your hike into the Puez-Odle Nature Park or down to the Mastlé Alp located below, you can also take trail no. 1, which branches off further down.

The Val Gardena railway trail runs along the entire length of the valley and takes you past woods, meadows, hamlets and local sights on the sunny side of the valley. Choose between Ortisei (St. Ulrich), S. Cristina and Selva (Wolkenstein) as your starting point. The walk follows the course of the former Val Gardena railway, which was built during the First World War – in the years 1915-1916.

On a section of the path you will find a number of bronze sculptures by local artists. These give walkers and hikers an insight into the fascinating history of art in the Gardena Valley.

Along the railway line trail from La Poza towards S. Cristina there is a snow gauge, which measures the amount of snowfall for the period from 1951 to the present day.

The Vallunga is the entrance to the Naturepark Puez - Odle. It lasts a few km and it's in the middle of woods and mountains. The valley has a flair of quiteness and calm and everybody can enjoy it during a walk in the valley.

 

The Vallunga is the entrance to the Naturepark Puez - Odle. It lasts a few km and it's in the middle of woods and mountains. The valley has a flair of quiteness and calm and everybody can enjoy it during a walk in the valley.

The sassolungo represents the Val Gardena and it's one of the important mountains here in the surroundings. Climbing up the forcella you will get a fantastic view of the mountains which sourrounds us. Walking up until the forcella you will appreciate the astouning view of the Sella and the Marmolada. You have a lot of possibilities to walk there around and also for climbers there are no limits.

This path leads you from the valley station of the Col Raiser cable way to the starting point of the Seceda Ridge Line trail.
The Ridge Line Trail hike, with its spectacular cliffside views, starts from the top station of the Seceda cable car and leads up to the summit cross at 2,519 m, continuing on to the Forcella Pana. There you will find a viewpoint with the surrounding peaks clearly marked.

The actual Ridge Line Trail is about 1 km long and can be comfortably completed in around one hour at a leisurely pace, including stops to enjoy the panorama. 

Please note: descending east from the summit cross (trail no. 6) you will now find a turnstile (€ 5) that allows continued access to the trail up to the Forcella Pana. This section is not strictly necessary, as you will already have enjoyed stunning views from higher up.

To continue your hike into the Puez-Odle Nature Park or down to the Mastlé Alp located below, you can also take trail no. 1, which branches off further down.

With this itinerary you hike around the whole Sassolungo group and can therefore get to know the landmark of Val Gardena from all perspectives.

The hike begins in the charming hamlet of Daunëi, located above Selva di Val Gardena at an altitude of around 1,680 m. From the small hiking car park, follow the well-marked trail no. 3, which ascends gently through alpine meadows and sparse larch forests. After about 30 minutes, you reach the picturesque Juac Hut (1,905 m).

From the Juac Hut, continue uphill along trail no. 3 toward the Regensburger Hütte (Rifugio Firenze). The path winds through high alpine meadows and light woodland, accompanied by increasingly spectacular views of the Val Gardena. After a total of approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, you arrive at the hut, beautifully situated at the foot of the dramatic Odle peaks.

Above the Regensburger Hütte, the hike continues toward the so-called UNESCO Terrace – a spectacular viewpoint offering unobstructed views of the Odle Group and the surrounding Dolomite peaks. Here, follow trail no. 2, which climbs moderately from the hut to the panoramic platform. The UNESCO Terrace is officially part of the Dolomites World Heritage and is ideal for a well-earned scenic pause.

Those with enough energy and time can continue the ascent to the famous Seceda viewpoint (approx. 2,500 m). The route consists of a combination of marked trails – typically no. 13, followed by 2B, and finally trail no. 6, leading to the highest point of the Seceda plateau. This viewpoint is one of the most iconic photo spots in the Dolomites, with its sharp Odle peaks and the wide view over Val Gardena.

The return follows the same route: from the Seceda viewpoint back to the UNESCO Terrace, then down to the Regensburger Hütte, continuing on trail no. 3 to the Juac Hut and finally descending to Daunëi.

There is a large marmot population in the area at the foot of the Plattkofel. This is why this tour is often called "Marmot walk". With a bit of luck you might even come a cross one of those animals on this trail.