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The Talvera river runs through the city of Bolzano. The water course originates from the Sarentino Valley and its banks are home to beautiful green lawns, recreational parks, long walks and modern cycle routes. This is the green lung of the city and a popular destination for both tourists and local residents that provide rest and relaxation to those strolling along the tree-lines paths as well as fun for the younger ones in the playgrounds. There are also many sport facilities in the area which attract football, baseball and softball lovers.

Highlights: Castel Roncolo, Castel Mareccio (old town side of the promenade)

Buggy: easily doable along the Talvera, jolty up to Castel Roncolo

From the playground, follow the E5 path towards Colle dei Signori/Herrenkohlern, from where you can admire a wonderful 180° panorama that sweeps from the Mendola/Mendel to San Genesio/Jenesien, the Forcella Sarentina/Sarner Scharte and the Corno del Renon/Rittner Horn. The little church dedicated to St. Mary was built in 1744. Pass the houses and walk along the forest road to the crossing with trail no. 6. Turn right and walk through the green woods until you come to path no. 5 in the direction of Titschenwarte, the wonderful viewpoint over the Dolomites, which you reach in about 20 minutes. After a short break admiring the Sciliar/Schlern, the Catinaccio/Rosengarten group, the Latemar and the Pala di Santa/Zanggen, leave the little house and follow path no. 5A towards Schneiderwiesen where you can enjoy lunch or a snack. Return to the cable car following trail no. 1.

Once crossed the Ponte Campiglio you reach the valley station of the cablecar to Colle/Kohlern. You have to follow the main road up to Colle/Kohlern and at the 3rd turn you’ll find a tagged path which you should follow. If you like it more strenuos, just follow the main road till Kampenn (Tavern Grafhof) and from there continue on the trail through the forest . On the top of the Virgl you have to take the main road again and than follow the path till Caste Flavon, a rustic castle above the city.

Highlight: St. Vigil chapel and the chapel of Kalvarien (open on Wednesday from 3 to 4pm), Castle Flavon Haselburg (restaurant)

Buggy: not recommended

Bizarre natural landscape design on the sunny plateau of Renon

Europe’s tallest and most perfectly shaped earth pyramids are to be found on the Renon mountain in several locations: in the gorge of the Finsterbach creek between Longomoso and Monte di Mezzo, in the Katzenbach-creek gorge below Soprabolzano, and in the gorge of Gasters in Auna di Sotto. 

Tour points: earth pyramids, magnificent Dolomite panorama, Commandery Lengmoos/Longomoso.

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A big choice of bicycles, MTBs and e-bikes

 

5. stage of the European long distance hike E5 from Colle to Nova Ponente.

From Bauernkohlern walk along the hiking trail until Herrenkohlern and then continue in direction Titschen until Totes Moos. Walking through the woods you will reach maso Wölflhof and then Nova Ponente.

Bouldering is a fascinating and very social form of climbing. You don't need any ropes or safety equipment, boulderer's climb on low artificial walls and are protected by the thick mat floor. With a little basic knowledge and climbing shoes nothing stands in the way of fun and rapid results!

The Bioenergetic Park, a gift from Nature

The bioenergetic path that runs along the Isarco river is an area that offers the unique possibility of experiencing, in an urban area, a very close and deep contact with Nature. A recent and innovative bio-energetic study of the park, has revealed the electromagnetic fields generated by trees and their beneficial interplay with humans. Some of these electromagnetic frequencies can have a very favourable effect on certain organs or systems of the human body and, in particular conditions, their effect can extend up to several metres away from the tree, creating bio-energetic areas that are particularly suitable for a people wanting to take a regenerating break. Walk along the promenade in order to find bioenergetic areas that help your well-being. Signposts show you the main human organs on which the energy of the trees can have the greatest therapeutic effect.

It is recommended that you stay in these areas for at least 15 minutes to enjoy the benefits generously offered by Nature.

Treehugging, a conscious embrace
here you can experience embracing a tree or simply lean against the trunk with your back. It is suggested that you remain in direct contact with the tree for 10 minutes, so that your body and mind can benefit from the useful energy impulses, thus stimulating the correct performance of the biological functions indicated.

The Talvera river runs through the city of Bolzano. The water course originates from the Sarentino Valley and its banks are home to beautiful green lawns, recreational parks, long walks and modern cycle routes. This is the green lung of the city and a popular destination for both tourists and local residents that provide rest and relaxation to those strolling along the tree-lines paths as well as fun for the younger ones in the playgrounds. There are also many sport facilities in the area which attract football, baseball and softball lovers. The Druso, Talvera and S.Antonio bridges are the three main links over the stream, but there are also some footbridges allowing for short or long round trips, on foot or by bicycle.

A new reference point for the alpine city of Bolzano. Vertical movement is in Salewa's as well as Bolzano's DNA: this brand new structure is a venue for professional climbers, but also for anyone approaching this sport for the first time. The climing hall is Italy's largest and has a unique, original feature, i.e. it gives the sensation of being outdoors, due to its particular climatic condition, but with the advantage of being protected from bad weather. A world of climbing located in the city, easy to reach from the environs and open all year round. The available surface area is 2000 square meters with 180 different routes, ranging in difficulty level from 4 to 8, and even has fast routes up to 15 metres high. All necessary equipment can be rented on the spot so you can decide to jump into this adventure at the last minute even without planning ahead.

 

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After Ponte Talvera / Talferbrücke, run along the promenade called "Lungo Talvera San Quirino and cross the yellow pedestrian bridge; after a while cross Ponte Loreto and reach the southern bank of the river; walk along the Isarco / Eisack river to the wooden bridge and cross it; continue along the "Passeggiata Lungo Isarco" and pass under Ponte Roma / Rombrücke; run along the beautiful, partly tree-lined meadows until just before Ponte Palermo Brücke. Go back towards Ponte Roma, pass in front of the Lido Swimmingpool and the Druso Stadium and return to the starting point.

From Klaushof follow the path nr. 3 first on an asphalted road and shortly afterwards on a footpath in the direction of La Costa/Seit, which leads to a wonderful viewpoint over Bolzano right below the Telecom antennas. Lunch possibility at Köhlhof (Saturday and Sunday). Cross the road and follow the stone path 3A up to Schneiderwiesen where you can stop for a break. From here, continue along trail no. 6 through the woodland until you reach trail no. E5. Take trail E5 towards Colle dei Signori/Herrenkohlern and return to the cable car.

The ‘Castelronda’ path connects Bolzano, San Genesio and Terlano: it’s a beautiful scenic trail boasting castles and ruins, winding its way across the hilly slopes surrounding the South Tyrolean capital. The trail is a good 20 km long and is embellished by the historical–cultural heritage represented by Roncolo Castle, Rafenstein Castle, Greifenstein and Helfenberg ruins as well as Neuhaus Castle. The ‘Castelronda’ excursion is ideal for a spring and autumn walk, as these seasons allow tourists to revel in the truly beautiful colours of nature.
The entirety of the path features directions and signposts: indeed, plenty of information can be found from the starting points of the tour in Bolzano, Settequerce, Terlano and San Genesio. Moreover, trilingual boards containing practical tips and interesting information about the castles also abound. You don’t have to walk the full 20 km; some stretches are ideal for families with children, while others need a steady footing and are recommended for trained excursionists.

From the parking of Bad St. Isidor, head uphill on trail no. 1 through the woods towards Colle/Kohlern. Turn left and follow path no. E5 to Colle dei Signori/Herrenkohlern, from where you can enjoy a wonderful 180° panorama of the Mendola/Mendel, San Genesio/Jenesien, the Forcella Sarentina/Sarner Scharte and Corno del Renon/Rittner Horn. The little church dedicated to St. Mary was built in 1744. Leave the E5 and descend left along trail no. 8 towards Röllhof. Follow trail no. 7 to return to Bad St. Isidor where you can enjoy a good lunch or a traditional snack.

This first stage of the Multiday Hike - Alpine Pearls is a very varied start to your adventure. The hike begins near Bozen|Bolzano, in the small village of Kardaun|Cardano, at an altitude of 280 metres. On the way to the next little village of Karneid|Cornedo, you will come across numerous vineyards and from a distance you can also catch a view of the imposing castle complex of the Castle of Karneid. Through deciduous forest and later mixed forest, you reach Steinegg|Collepietra at an altitude of 820 metres via the "Rittersteig" trail. Here you will find several places to stop for refreshments and you can also enjoy the unique >Museum of Steinegg. Across the hill "Pstosser Bühl", you can already enjoy the first wonderful views of the Schlern and the Rosengarten. You walk right past the earth pyramids of Steinegg|Collepietra and then descend into the Valley of Tiers|Tires to the small village of Breien|Briè. Along the torrent Briè you reach Tiers|Tires, our first stage destination on our 5-day hike.

From Klaushof, follow signpost no. 5 in the direction Titschenwarte to reach the small lake with the old mill next to it. Continue along the forest road until you come to a stone staircase with a wooden handrail on your left. Climb up along the path, which enters a dense forest, and then venture further uphill between roots and rocks along the steep path. Pass the Holy Water Stone and reach the Titschenwarte viewpoint, which opens out onto the Sciliar/Schlern, the Catinaccio/Rosengarten group, the Latemar and the Pala di Santa/Zanggen. Leave the little house behind you and follow path no. 5A for a short distance, after a few minutes’ walk turn left following path no. 5B towards Monte Pozza/Titschen. The highest point at an altitude of 1616m can be recognised by the stone capital from 1994. A little further on you can admire some ruins: this is the FLAK post placed there by the Wehrmacht (German Armed Forces) of the Third Reich during the Nazi occupation (1943 - 1945) to counter the allied air raids that attempted to bomb the main lines of communication and the war industries of the so-called Operationszone Alpenvorland. Follow the cemented road and then trail no. 1 in the direction of Schneiderwiesen and Colle/Kohlern to return to the cable car.

From the parking of Schneiderwiesen, follow trail no. 1 initially and then trail no. 6 to the right through the green woods until you come to trail no. 5 towards Titschenwarte, the Dolomite viewpoint, which can be reached in about 20 minutes. After a short break where you can admire the Sciliar/Schlern, the Catinaccio/Rosengarten group, the Latemar and the Pala di Santa/Zanggen leave the little house behind you and follow path no. 5A for a short distance, after a few minutes’ walk turn left following path no. 5B towards Monte Pozza/Titschen. The highest point at an altitude of 1616m can be recognised by the stone capital from 1994. The highest point at an altitude of 1616m can be recognised by the stone capital from 1994. A little further on you can admire some ruins: this is the FLAK post placed there by the Wehrmacht (German Armed Forces) of the Third Reich during the Nazi occupation (1943 - 1945) to counter the allied air raids that attempted to bomb the main lines of communication and the war industries of the so-called Operationszone Alpenvorland. Follow the cemented road and then trail no. 1 in the direction of Totes Moos. Turn right at the biotope and follow trail no. 1A, keeping the pond on the left and the forest road on the right. The little path leads up to the Sasso Rosso/Rotenstein overhang, where you can see the Adige Valley and the villages of Appiano/Eppan, Caldaro/Kaltern and Laives/Leifers. Return to the biotope on the same trail and then continue along trail no. 1 in direction Schneiderwiesen until the junction with trail no. 1B, which turns left and leads to the Parete Rossa/Rotwand viewpoint. Continue along trail no. 1B until it joins trail no. 1 that leads to Schneiderwiesen.

Running tour through Bolzano. You start in the old town in piazza Walther. Running along the antique via della Mostra you arrive to the fruit and vegetable market and turn left into via della Mostra. Cross the bridge ponte Talvera and run along the wide promanade beside the Talvera river. When you reach via Cadorna, cross the street and run along via Guncina. After 250 m turn left into via Montello and at the second crossing take the street on your right. Turn left again into via Fago to reach via Michael Pacher, where the run ends. 

Here is the starting point of the Guncina Promenade, but you can run back to the old town also along Corso Libertà passing the Monument of Victory. 

 

From the playground, follow the E5 path towards Colle dei Signori/Herrenkohlern, from where you can admire a wonderful 180° panorama that sweeps from the Mendola/Mendel to San Genesio/Jenesien, the Forcella Sarentina/Sarner Scharte and the Corno del Renon/Rittner Horn. The little church dedicated to St. Mary was built in 1744. Pass the houses and walk along the forest road following the trail E5 to the Totes Moos biotope. Turn right at the biotope and follow trail no. 1A, keeping the pond on the left and the forest road on the right. The little path leads up to the Sasso Rosso/Rotenstein overhang, where you can see the Adige Valley and the villages of Appiano/Eppan, Caldaro/Kaltern and Laives/Leifers. Return to the biotope on the same trail and then continue along trail no. 1 to Schneiderwiesen and then back to the cable car.

The minigolf path of Bolzano is a appreciated meeting point for families. Minigolf, playground and bar. 

The path starts at St. Anton and in 20 minutes the curvy path reaches the memorial tablet of Karl von Ritter who has projected and built the promenade. From up there you have a spectacular view over the city and going on along the path you’ll reach St. Magdalena, the most popular vineyard in Bolzano.

Highlights: the panorama over the city, the Dolomites, Kohlern/Colle and the Val d’Adige.

Buggy: easily doable

After the Talvera Bridge, walking along streets with little traffic in the Gries district, you reach the beginning of the Guncina Promenade, dedicated to Archduke Henry of Habsburg. The promenade is one of the botanical icons of the city, in the district where it has developed its vocation as a tourist and health resort. The meandering path leads gently uphill along the porphyritic coast, adorned with beautiful Mediterranean vegetation with a sensational variety of Mediterranean and exotic plants for this latitude. The view over the city ranges from the urbanized part to the Colle/Kohlern, the Dolomites, the Bassa Atesina and the Oltradige with the peaks that adorn the landscape. At the highest point of the promenade, carefully cross the road to San Genesio/Jenesien and continue along the Rio Fago promenade, admiring the spectacular waterfall. Descend towards Bolzano and return to the starting point along the Talvera promenade.

Highlights: Panoramic views of the city, the Dolomites, and the Adige Valley.

With a stroller: accessible up to the road to San Genesio/Jenesien.

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Gentle, buggy-friendly promenade walk on the southern slopes of Bolzano

The walk near the city provides visitors with countless breath-taking views and can be recommended at all times of the year. Even in deepest winter there are plenty of opportunities for observing nature, as the local microclimate ensures that it is exceptionally mild here throughout the year. We’re always surrounded by a thriving natural environment and, although the promenade is artificially laid out and has been landscaped in many places, this is nevertheless a retreat where unspoilt nature can be enjoyed.

From the playground, follow the E5 path towards Colle dei Signori/Herrenkohlern, from where you can admire a wonderful 180° panorama that sweeps from the Mendola/Mendel to San Genesio/Jenesien, the Forcella Sarentina/Sarner Scharte and the Corno del Renon/Rittner Horn. The little church dedicated to St. Mary was built in 1744. Pass the houses and walk along the forest road following the trail E5 to the Totes Moos biotope. Continue in the direction of Wölflhof, where you can take a break and eat local specialities and traditional dishes. Then take trail no. 2 through old forests in the direction of Bauer im Walde. Follow the path to Röllhof and from there take trail no. 8 back to Colle dei Signori/Herrenkohlern and then return to the cable car along the E5.

CHARACTERISTICS Short flat training route along the Talvera river, illuminated and therefore practicable at any time.

GROUND Road surface and gravel

ROUTE Run along the Talvera promenade to Ponte Sant'Antonio; cross the bridge, continue along Lungo Talvera Gries and pass the numerous sports facilities and playgrounds; return to the starting point by crossing the pedestrian bridge.

An artistic wine path has been created at the centuries-old Waldgries manor, near the picturesque wine village of S. Maddalena near Bolzano.

Along the old street on Renon, in the middle of the vineyards, the visitor learns interesting facts about the Ansitz Waldgries manor on the wine trail designed by the South Tyrolean artist Philipp Moroder Doss: locations, climate, vineyard work, cultivation, culture and much more.

This path leads to a vantage point from which one has a wonderful view of the city of Bolzano with S. Maddalena, Rencio and the castles of Campegno and Cornedo.

Afterwards, Christian Plattner's wines can be tasted in the sales and tasting point.

Length of the way: approx. 600 m

The path is open to the public.

Bizarre natural landscape design on the sunny plateau of Renon

Europe’s tallest and most perfectly shaped earth pyramids are to be found on the Renon mountain in several locations: in the gorge of the Finsterbach creek between Longomoso and Monte di Mezzo, in the Katzenbach-creek gorge below Soprabolzano, and in the gorge of Gasters in Auna di Sotto. 

Tour points: earth pyramids, churches St. Georg & Jakob, summer resort in Maria Assunta.

CHARACTERISTICS Panoramic route of medium length and medium difficulty

TERRAIN Dirt and road surface

ROUTE After crossing the Talvera river, run along the Lungo Talvera Gries, past the numerous playgrounds and sports facilities, cross Ponte Sant'Antonio and reach the start of the Promenade Sant'Osvaldo; a few serpentines quickly take you to higher altitudes, offering enchanting panoramic views of the city and the mountains around Bolzano; the spectacular route winds its way between rocks, gentle slopes and stretches of woodland. After 3.8 km, turn around at Hotel Eberle, return to town along the same route and return to the starting point along the Talvera Promenade.

A line of chestnut groves extends from the abbey of Novacella/Neustift near Bressanone/Brixen all along the slopes of the Isarco Valley as far as the high plateau of the Rittner and down into the Bolzano/Bozen valley as far as Runkelstein castle with its fabled frescoes: the ideal route for the “Keschtnweg”. It should not only be thought of as an Autumn excursion though, because the landscape is extremely attractive all year round thanks to the diverse vegetation of the area.

First stage with starting point in Bolzano Bozen: from Roncolo castle to Auna di Sotto-Unterinn on the highplateau of Renon-Ritten

From the castle choose the way n. 2 and than follow the n. 2A until the cross path with the n. 6. Continue on the n. 6 until Signato-Signat and than proceed along the way n. 13 until the destination, Auna di Sotto-Unterinn.