Objevte krásy Vinschgau

Easy, family-friendly hike with many opportunities to rest. The hike begins with a gondola ride from the village of St. Valentin to the Haideralm. From the station at the top of the Haideralm/Malga S. Valentino, the path signposted no. 16A passes the lake Plandelinaira. Follow the path, at first relatively flat, then increasingly curvy and steep to the Brugger Alm alpine pasture. Take a short break to taste the delicious homemade cheese and butter. Follow the path signposted no. 8 along the Zerzerbach stream and after a short time stop to admire the Chapel Saint Martin, which can also be seen from the village. The trail continues to Fauler See Lake, ideal for barbecues in the summer. The path signposted no. 5A leads to the edge of the Haidersee lake. Follow this path until the ski-lift station of the Haideralm.
Alternative: Cross the floating bridge to the eastern side of the lake near the Fischerhäuser and return to the village.

A tour for young and old, with some interesting facts about the Etsch/Adige river and an amazing view of the village Reschen/Resia. About 10 minutes from the village there is the source of the river Etsch. Straight through the village, along the edge of the forest, the road leads to the sports field. From here the forest road starts, follow the path signposted no. 2 as far as the "Etschquelle" junction on your left. After a few metres of forest road you reach the source. A trickle originates here from the mountain, steadily increasing as it reaches the second largest river in Italy. The boards provide a wealth of interesting information. From here, look over the village of Reschen and enjoy a stunning landscape.
Note: It is also possible to return to the north side of Reschen via the path signposted 2A.

Hike to the Bruggeralm in the idyllic Zerzertal valley with its small church.

A gentle hike in the middle of the larch forest, surrounded by history. Shortly after the out of service Hasenlift, follow the forest road and the path signposted no. 5. Observe the grazing cows and horses in the Talai forest. Leave the forest road at the crossroad and follow the path signposted no. 5 towards Schlossberg. Once there, admire the ruins of a former watchtower, which was in all likelihood used as a control station on the Via Claudia Augusta. Descend on the left until the flat terrain of the larch forest. Passing meadows and forest clearings, the forest road leads back to the Hasenlift.

This hike offers cultural peculitarities and picturesque viewpoints at the Venosta Monte Sole mountain.

Halfway up the Passo dello Stelvio, at bend 22, the Hotel Sotto Stelvio/Franzenshöhe invites you to take a break.

Sledging in the Upper Venosta Valley, has a long tradition especially in Watles and is one of the most popular recreational sports for families and enthusiasts. The 4km-long Watles natural tobogganing route of the winter sport area is one of the most beautiful runs in the South Tyrol, which can be reached by chairlift. Active holidaymakers can also reach it by foot in approximately 1.5 hours. There are several family-friendly resting places at the valley and mountain station.

Sledge rental directly at the mountain station of the chairlift

Varied circular hike across pastures and through woods with beautiful views.

Cross country skiing is an intensive and relaxing experience in the unspoiled nature. The sunny Slingia valley welcomes you with perfectly preapred slopes. Beginners and professionales find best conditions on 22 km slopes.

This ski tour is one of the most popular in the Upper Vinschgau and offers powdery firn snow until late spring. Around the striking border mountain you can enjoy the view over an overwhelming high mountain landscape.

The breathtaking panorama and the marvelous powder-snow-descents make this easy ski tour very popular. It is mainly south-facing and leads over beautiful ski terrain. At the summit, the ski tourers are rewarded with a fantastic panoramic view.

This ski-tour starts at the car park Lake Gioveretto, from there you follow the path no. 10 to the managed Lyfi mountain hut. You pass the mountain hut on your right and continue trough the forest by following the same sign until the junction of paths. When you reach the Lyfiknott, a wonderful snow-covered winter landscape awaits you! From there the way is steep and demanding, but when you reach the Lyfi peak, you have a wonderful view over the snow-covered Venosta Valley.

Splendid forest tour above Morter
The hike begins in the idyllic village of Morter near Laces. On the alternating wide forest roads and narrow paths you will reach the so-called "Broatraschgl", a wonderful vantage point, where you have a view over the entire Val Venosta Valley. A highlight is the good view of the Castle Ruins Untermontani and the castle Obermontani.

Hiking to the mountain hut at 2,690 m in the mountaineering village Matsch/ Mazia.

Excursion to the mountain above Planeil/ Planol with a beautiful panorama.

Starting point of this glacier tour is the Weißkugel hut, which can be reached from the Melag/Langtaufers car park via trail nr. 2 in about 2 hours. From the Weißkugel Hut, the route heads east across the moraine slope slightly downhill to Langtauferer Ferner. With the appropriate glacier equipment follow the Ferner towards the Langtauferer Joch and in a right bend at the foot of the Langtauferer Spitze further up to the Weißkugel Joch (3,368 m). The now following steep ascent over the eastern flank has to be approached with special caution, because depending on the snow conditions there can be bare ice. Below the summit you reach the north ridge with a wonderful view to Langtaufers. From there it is only a few meters to the beautiful summit cross of the Weißkugel.

Family hike in a spruce wood, 3 ancient 400-500 year old spruces, 40 metres high, with a diameter of 175 cm and a circumference of 550 cm.

Half a century ago, a dozen spruce patriarchs watched over Rifair. Now there are only 3 spruces that have "survived". However, the tranquillity of this natural oasis is still a delight. 

From Martello up to the Passo Madriccio/Madritschjoch in the Sulden Valley
Hiking through the Stelvio National Park: a breathtaking natural wonder.
Starting point: Val Martello | Highest point: 3,123m | Map/guide: Kompass Karte Ortles/Ortler, Passo dello Stelvio/Stilfserjoch

For those looking to experience the spellbinding Ortler panorama up close without having to complete a challenging ski tour, this excursion to the Vorderes Schöneck peak (2,886 m) is the answer. Not only does this tour feature a relatively easy ascent, it also boasts a breathtaking and unique all-round view of King Ortler and the surrounding peaks.

Hike in the Stelvio national park with a varied view of the valley, the Monte Sole mountain, the Val Martello and the Covelano marble quarry.

The newly opened Alm on Trumsberg offers a unique mountain experience on the Vinschger Sonnenberg mountain not only for hikers but also for bikers.

The 3 country landmark offers not only a breath-taking view of the valley but also of the world (or at least three countries). The hike starts at the car park in Reschen/Resia near the cemetery by the lake. Follow the cycle path past the Mühlanderhof, cross the meadows and follow path signposted no. 3 – leading to the forest road up to the Tendershof. After two hairpin bends, follow a shaded forest path signposted no. 3 up to the border path, which runs below the mighty peak of Piz Lad, very close to the border. The path to the Dreiländerstein has South Tyrolean and Austrian signposts and leads to the iconic stone which indicates the borders of Italy, Austria and Switzerland. The view stretches as far as the Inn valley, the Engadine and the mountains of Nauders and Samnaun. The way back is along path no. 4 and 5 via the Rescher Alm mountain pasture to the village of Reschen.
Alternative: It is possible to drive to the Rojental valley and start the hike from the car park of Kopferbrücke. Take the hiking path to the Rescher Alm alpine pasture and from there to the border stone.

Once a year a spectacular racing weekend takes place in the rear Val Martello. 12 events so far; but they are all individual. This is one of the special features of the Marmotta Trophy, because thanks to its ideal location in the middle of the Ortles-Cevedale group with its many 3000m peaks, this ski touring race offers countless track possibilities.

Picturesque tour through the calm Schlandrauntal valley with Alpine Pastures and mountain lakes.

This sunny tour rewards ski tourers with a magnificent view of the surrounding mountains. The extensive ascent and descent terrain, surrounded by the highest mountains of the Vinschgau Valley, offers plenty of peace and untouched nature.

The Via Ferrata Murmele close to the Rifugio Nino Corsi (Zufallhütte) in Val Martello, is a choice route for climbers and families alike.

The refuge Sesvennahütte can be reached by the village Schlinig/ Slingia.

Hike from Schleis to the rustic village of Schlinig or in the other direction.

The Langtauferer panoramic trail between Graun/Curon and Melag/Melago is one of the most beautiful and interesting high altitude trails in the Vinschgau Valley. It starts above the village of Graun in the direction of the Grauner Berg mountain. At the first fork, path no. 3 starts and continues to the end of the valley. Through woods and scenic mountain meadows, the trail continues on the orographic right side of the Langtauferer valley, mainly above cultivated meadows. It is a truly enchanting panoramic path on the sunny side of the beautiful Langtaufers valley, passing numerous farms and hamlets, a highlight even for inexperienced hikers.
Note: The route can be started at either end and can be halted at any of the hamlets along the way. The bus takes you back to the starting point.