Objevte jedinečný charakter jihotyrolského údolí Wipptal s malebným Sterzingem/Vipitenem, nejsevernějším městem Jižního Tyrolska. Boční údolí Alp nabízejí impozantní horské vrcholy a vášnivou sportovní kulturu. Cestou poznávejte a setkávejte se s krásnými hrady.
By the 3rd turn on the road to the Pfitsch joke following trail 7 on the left valley side, through alpine pastures to a scree slope and upwards the moraine to the bivouac (2510m) in front of the big northern walls of the Hochferner and the Griesverner.
Starting from the Becherhaus (see Becherhaus) down to the south ridge of the Wilden Freigers. Now, secured in places, up to the weather station at the signal summit and further over the east ridge to the summit. The way back is via the ascent path.
Starting point: park area Stein/Sasso (1.350m) or park area "Hölle/All'inferno" (1.450m)
Version 1: starting from Stein/Sasso in Pflersch/Fleres walking towards the valley on the sunny side over the easily accessible pasture path in direction to the mountain pasture Furtalm. Version 2: over the forest path, underneath the Steinhöfe turn left and continue until you reach the mountain pasture Furtalm/Malga Furt. Version 3: from the gate following the signpost “Pflerscher Hölle” on your right and from there you reach the destination over a pasture path after approx. 45 minutes. Tip: special location at the valley basin, hiking tour for families, handmade products.
The starting point of this beautiful hike is the parking lot in Stein, Innerpflersch at 1,350 m. You can choose from three different routes:
The Furtalm is located in a quaint basin, offering a perfect spot for a break. Enjoy homemade products, and it's an excellent family-friendly hike. For an even more immersive nature experience, combine the hike with a visit to the "Hölle" Waterfall and its new viewing platform.
The starting point for this hike is the valley head of Ridnaun/Ridanna. Follow the trail no. 28 over a wide path, past the ore processing facility of the mine. The signs to the Stadlalm lead through the beautiful forest of the Lazzacher valley. At the fork turn right to the mountain pasture Stadlalm.
Alternative 1: reachable also over the nature trail of the Mining Museum.
Alternative 2: circuit cross the panoramic platform Hoher Nock with a 360° panorama view
This hike starts in Maiern/Masseria, at the valley head of Ridnaun/Ridanna. Cross the Ridnaun river at the bridge and keep go left towards the mountain pasture Aglsbodenalm. At an altitude of 1.560m turn right to the mountain pasture Prischeralm. From there go steeply uphill on a forest path to the mountain pasture.
Alternative: reachable also from the mountain station Rosskopf Monte Cavallo across the Ridnauner Höhenweg
The cable car Ratschings-Jaufen takes you from Bichl/Colle to the mountain station. From there you hike along the Ratschinger Almenweg to the mountain pasture Rinneralm. Alternative: visit the Mountain Adventure World Racines
Starting point: Ridnaun/Ridanna - Maiern/Masseria (1.370m). Take the same route to the mountain pasture Martalm and then follow the marking no. 30 to the mountain pasture Staudenbergalm.
Alternative: starting point Bergl (1.560m) to the Martalm and further on follow path no. 30.
From Sterzing, drive on the state road towards Brenner. After about 4 km, you will reach the village of Gossensass. Continue on the road for another 3 km until you reach a sharp S-curve (first a right turn, then a left turn). In the left curve, you will find an exit for the highway on the right, and right next to it, a narrow asphalted road. Follow this road for about 800 m to reach the DAX parking lot. From there, continue on foot along a forest road to the hut.
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The starting point is the Gossensass parking lot in the town center at Ibsen Square (1,098 m). From Ibsen Square, the trail leads north to the Raiffeisen Bank, where you cross the pedestrian crossing to reach the "Alte Postgasse" Alley. Then, head east, climbing uphill, passing the Aparthotel Pichler on the left. At the intersection, you will find the trail signs, and from there, Trail No. 22 leads up to the mountain hut Hühnerspielhütte (1,868 m).
Start by the Fußendras hamlet along trail 17 through the Droßberg valley on the steady ascending trail to the Drosberg mountain hut (1933m, no service).
Going left from the Ladurns mountain station a farm trail climbs gently over the so-called Mahder to the Edelweiss Hut.
By the Puntleid farms near Le Cave follow the trail 14 upwards through steep forest to the Puntleider See Alm shelter. Passing by the pasture always on trail 14 on easy trail to the Puntleider See lake (1850m). Lunch possibility: Puntleidersee Alm.
By the 3rd turn follow the trail 1 upwards, passing by the old mountain huts and following the trail along the hillside through the valley. On the serpentines upwards the grass slope to the Hochfeiler mountain hut (2715m). Lunch possibility: Hochfeilerhütte mountain hut.
By the Stein hamlet following trail 3 upwards through the wood, along steep serpentines to flater pastures, cutting the forrestal road to the joke, to the Pfitscherjoch mountain hut. Furtheron on trail 3 (Landshuter Tiroler Höhenweg) with a splendid mountain view all along to the Europahütte mountain hut (2693m). Lunch possibilities: Europahütte, Pfitscherjochhaus, Gasthof Stein
By the parking lot in St. Jakob in Pfitsch Valley near Sterzing / Vipiteno over the bridge and on the left side along trail 9 to the Moaßl waterfall. Suitable for strollers.
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.
The Ladurns alpine area offers various beauties for its tranquility. You will arrive to the mountain hut Ladurnerhütte/Malga Ladurns on trail 34, which starts near the Ladurns valley station. Refreshments: Ladurnerhütte/Malga Ladurns.
The hike to the mountain hut Ladurnerhütte takes you through a breathtaking mountain landscape, inviting relaxation with its tranquility and seclusion, while the cozy hut with its warm atmosphere and stunning panoramic view offers the perfect place to unwind after your hike.
Variant 1:
Start your adventure directly at the valley station in Ladurns. From there, the steep trail 34 takes you through the forest and along the slopes up to the hut Ladurnerhütte. Once there, you can enjoy the sun on the spacious terrace and relax with a delicious traditional dish.
Variant 2:
If you prefer a more calm tour, you can take the cabin lift from Ladurns and reach the top comfortably. From the mountain station, it's just a few more meters to the hut Ladurnerhütte, where you can relax in an idyllic setting.
The circular hike starts at Ibsenplatz in Gossensass. Begin by walking along the Silbergasse, then continue through the Mooshöfe and follow the valleyline to Ladurns. Once in Ladurns, follow the groomed winter hiking trail behind the Hotel Alpin towards St. Anton.
In St. Anton, enjoy the winter landscape and continue back towards Außerpflersch. Once in Außerpflersch, turn right at the railway underpass and follow the lakeside promenade back to your starting point at Ibsenplatz.
The total walking time for the entire loop is about 4 hours. The Hotels Alpin and Bergkristall in Ladurns offer a great place to rest along the way.
Alternatively, you can take the bus line 313 back to Gossensass.
This hike is perfect for families and anyone who wants to enjoy the winter scenery on a relaxed walk.
The hike to the Enzianhütte starts about 1.5 km south of Brennerbad (1310 m) on the Brennerstreet, where a signposted access road (sign "Enzianhütte") branches off. After passing under the highway, the path first goes left and then through the forest, leading you up to the meadows of Kreithof (1391 m). From there, continue on foot in gentle switchbacks through the forest to the hut "Ziroger Alm" (1762 m). The path continues through open slopes and finally reaches the hut Enzianhütte (1894 m), a private and managed mountain hut. The descent can be done either on foot (approx. 1.5 hours) or by sleigh.
During the winter season 2024/25, the hut Enzianhütte will be closed, and there will be no opportunity for refreshments.
By the 3rd turn following the trail 1 to the mountain huts and furtheron on the right trail (mark 8) along the stream through the valley. Passing on the bridge the stream and following always trail 8, on the steep and stoney walk upwards to the Gliederscharte joke (2635m) with a wonderful view on the Hochfeiler summit.
By car, it is best reached over Valgenäun to Niederflans (1.289m) and then forward on unpaved and not locked road to the Flaner Säge at the Senges valley; there you find a little natural park area (1.390m). From there continue on a forest path (no. 2A and 2) to the end of the valley and after a left bend upwards to the mountain pasture Simile-Mahd-Alm. Alternative: also reachable over the Pfunderer Höhenweg.
Tip: grey cheese and alpine butter
Starting point: Mittertal/Val di Mezzo, Jaufental/Val Giovo (1.150m)
From Mittertal you start on trail no. 13 in the direction of the Sennerberg valley and continue along the trail to the mountain pasture Bärnfiechtalm.
Start by the parking lot at the 4th turn on the forrestal road to the Pfitscherjoch joke. On the trail 4A over the Grieplalm pasture (no service) to the Landshuter Höhenweg trail (mark 3) and furtheron to the Europahütte mountain hut. By the hut following trail 3A along the Italian and Austrain border crest to the Kraxentrager summit (2999m). The last part is exposed, but fixe with a steel rope. Lunch possibility: Europahütte mountain hut
Starting point: mountain station Rosskopf Monte Cavallo (1.860m)
The cable car (valley station near the north park in Vipiteno) takes you to the mountain of Vipiteno. Leave the mountain station and follow on your right the marked trails: “Kastellacke”, “Flaner Jöchl” or “Vallminger Almen”. After approx. 15 minutes of walking time you finally reach the mountain hut Sternhütte above the mountain station.
Alternative: by foot to the Rosskopf Monte Cavallo: starting point is the valley station of the Rosskopf Monte Cavallo cable car. Follow path no. 19 or no. 23 through a shady forest and over serpentines to a forest path. Continue to the mountain station. From there follow the trails “Kastellacke”, “Flaner Jöchl” or “Vallminger Almen” until you reach the mountain hut Sternhütte.
Tip: children’s playground and sunbathing area, on Sundays spear ribs
Nice tour from the the characteristic village Mules/Mauls over Flains hamlet to the Planer Alm, a typical mountain pasture.
Starting point: mountain station Ladurns (1.713m)
From the mountain station of the cable car Ladurns a path leads slightly ascending past the pasture village Ladurns with the farmed mountain hut Ladurnerhütte across the so-called “Mahder” to the mountain hut Edelweißhütte/Rifugio Stella Alpina. On the right there is an alp crucifix and behind it is located a little fishpond. There you can see a rock formation - the huge alpine massif of the summit Tribulaun. Although it is 3.100 high, it overshadows the remaining summits. Tip: delicious apple pie
Looking for an hike with breathtaking views and a cozy stop? Then the trail from the Ladurns mountain station (1,713 m) to the Edelweisshütte is perfect. The trail takes you past the Ladurns mountain village and the Ladurnerhütte hut. From there, continue across the "Mahder" to the Edelweisshütte, which you can already see from afar. Along the way, you'll enjoy spectacular views of the impressive Pflerscher Tribulaun rock mass, which towers over the surrounding mountains.
At the Edelweisshütte, you can take a break and admire the mountain cross and a small fish pond. Additionally, there's an opportunity to fish in the lake – the freshly caught fish will be prepared for you right on site by chef Luis. A special tip: enjoy the delicious apple strudel at the hut, which will perfectly round off your outing.
Starting point: Obertal/Val di Sopra, Jaufental/Val Giovo (1.298m)
Go left to the hamlet Ontratt and on the alpine road or on the old footpath into the valley. Behind a steep step with a beautiful waterfall (with a short detour reachable) you suddenly come to the elongated pasture and reach, always on path no. 12A, the mountain pasture Bergalm.
From the parking place Stein/Sasso in the Pflersch/Fleres valley on the trail nr. 8 to the mountain hut Tribulaunhütte. Descend on the same trail.
The hiking tour to the mountain pasture Outer Wumblsalm (no service!) starts in Ratschings/Racines about 800 meters towards Bichl/Colle. There is a crossway, where a road branches off on the right side to the guesthouse Seeberhof. On the left side branches off the path no. 15 to the Outer Wumblsalm. Alternative: reachable also by using the cable car Ratschings-Jaufen across the Ratschinger Almenweg.
In Maiern/Masseria, at the end of the Ridnauntal valley, starts the Path no. 27, first through the mountain forest and then up to meadows. In about 1 ½ hours you reach the mountain pasture Prischeralm (2160m). From there rise up in not steep serpentines for about 1 hour to the pass Maurerjoch (2511m). From the pass continue over the western ridge on a climb to the summit for about ½ hour. Surefootedness and no fear of heights necessary!
