Summer
Feldthurns/Velturno, Brixen/Bressanone and environs
Easy hike with 360° panoramic view of the Dolomites.
Easy hike with 360° panoramic view of the Dolomites.
An insider tip for cross-country skiers is the Villandro Alp at 2,000 meters above sea level, high above the village of Villanders in Eisacktal.
We start in Saubach/S. Ingenuino and hike on the trail nr. 28 on the "Saubacher Koflweg". Then we go right to the way nr. 3 and arrive the "Katzenleiter" and "Kasserol". On the mark nr. 3 we come back to the village Barbian and from there we retun to Saubach/S. Ingenuino.
The well marked route leads through mixed forests vibrant with colour, lush green meadows and imposing chestnut groves – a very special experience.
From the Huber Kreuz we take the forest road to the direction of "Pian" and follow the trail 3B and 3A to the "Unterhornhaus" and "Felturnerhütte". The trail n° 19 goes around the "Schwarzseespitze".
From the Huber Kreuz we take the forest road to the direction of "Pian" and follow the trail 3B and 3A to the "Unterhornhaus" and "Felturnerhütte".
The little town of Chiusa, wedged into the Eisacktal valley between the main road and the Brenner Pass motorway, is often overlooked by the cars whizzing by - but this is a mistake. The town centre boasts an astonishing wealth of medieval architectural treasures. Anyone embarking on this medieval tour should therefore allow enough time to immerse themselves in the history of the town of Chiusa. There is a lot to see: the crypt, the parish church, the old Town Hall, to name just a few. And when you're tired of walking, you'll find plenty of cafés and restaurants hidden behind the ancient façades.
This easy hike leads through the sunny vineyards on the steep slopes of Leitach, north of Klausen/Chiusa. Along the way, a series of info boards illustrate the history of winemaking in South Tyrol, describing the different grape varietals and wines of Klausen.
No one is jostling at the lifts, the slopes are pleasantly empty, and a ski hut where hot chocolate awaits: Although they are overshadowed by the well-known large ski resorts, small ski areas and village lifts such as the Maders ski lift are undoubtedly excellent alternatives. Especially families and amateurs can comfortably combine the pleasure of skiing with the romance of the winter season.
The red and blue slopes are served by a platter lift. This runs over alpine meadows in the lower section and through the forest in the upper section. It is the lowest platter ski lift in South Tyrol.
Open daily during holidays.
Prices:
One-Day ticket: adults 19,00 € - kids 13,00 €
Half-day ticket: adults 17,00 € - kids 11,00 €
Family season pass: 165,00 €
Free use with the South Tyrol Guest Pass Klausen.
We park the car on the parking place above the "Tröglerhof". On the trail nr. 3 we go to the Nixenteich. And then are two possibilities to hike: a.) We take the trail nr. 4A and then nr. 27. We follow the way and arrive at "Stangen" and Briol. Than we choose the way nr. 4 to Dreikirchen/Trechiese. From that point we take the trail nr. 6 to "Feistegg" and then the way nr. 3 back to the parking place. b.) We hike on the trail nr. 4A below the "Huber Kreuz". On the way nr. 4 we arrive at Briol and then to Dreikirchen/Trechiese. For the return we take the trail nr. 6 to "Feistegg" an then 3 to the parking place.
No one is jostling at the lifts, the slopes are pleasantly empty, and a ski hut where hot chocolate awaits: Although they are overshadowed by the well-known large ski resorts, small ski areas and village lifts such as the Maders ski lift are undoubtedly excellent alternatives. Especially families and amateurs can comfortably combine the pleasure of skiing with the romance of the winter season.
The red and blue slopes are served by a platter lift. This runs over alpine meadows in the lower section and through the forest in the upper section. It is the lowest platter ski lift in South Tyrol.
Prices:
One-Day ticket: adults 18,00 € - kids 13,00 €
Half-day ticket: adults 15,00 € - kids 10,00 €
Single ticket: adults 2,50 € - kids 1,50 €
Short walk and little difference in altitude characterize a family hike. Fun and adventure are at the forefront. We walk trough forests.
From the swimming pool in Chiusa/Klausen, you walk along the main road to the crossroads for Velturno/Feldthurns. Follow the marked Wine Trail (Weinwanderweg), first along the road and then through the Leitach vineyards past various wineries up to the Hienghof farm and from there back down to the swimming pool. On the way you will get a fascinating insight into winegrowing in the Eisacktal valley and learn about the different varieties of grape.
From Barbian/Barbiano we drive by car on the street to the alps of Barbian/Barbiano. At the end of the street is the parking place "Huber Kreuz", where we leave our car. First we take the trail nr. 4 and then the trail nr. 15 to the mountain pine distillery (in german "Latschenbrennerei"). We follow the way nr. 3 and then 4 (there is also the "Platzeralm", a place where we can eat or drink something) to the "Obere Horn" ( possibility to eat and drink). At the return we go on the mark nr. 1 to the "Felturnerhütte" and "Unterhornhaus". From that point we can go on the trail nr. 3A and then 3 B to our initial point, the "Huber Kreuz".
Explore the upper part of our beautiful village Barbian/Barbiano. The tour begins in the middle of Barbiano, on the village place near the church. We go to the "Wasserfallweg" at the end of Barbian/Barbiano. There we pass the farm called "Lukas" and on the trail 6A we arrive at a saw mill. From that point we can see to streets, one goes ahead and the other pass on the right direction. We take the second one and go right until we come to the "Wieserhof". There we have to go right and take the trail nr. 3 until we pass the information sign with "Barbian" on it. Our hike ends with the trail nr. 11, which brings us back to Barbian/Barbiano.
This marked trail leads through colourful mixed woodland in South Tyrol, across lush green meadows and along magnificent avenues of trees - a truly special way to experience nature. A continuous band of chestnut trees stretches from Varna/Vahrn near Bressanone/Brixen along the slopes of the Eisacktal valley as far as the Renon/Ritten high plateau and down into the Bolzano/Bozen valley basin. The hiking trail should not only be thought of as a route for the autumn, as the varied vegetation makes it a delightful route for all seasons.
You can also buy regional produce directly from local producers along the Chestnut Trail (Keschtnweg). Natural and manmade features along the Chestnut Trail bear witness to a centuries-old culture, while local villages shrouded in myth are full of tales of witches, fairies and ghosts.
From Barbian/Barbiano we go to Saubach/St. Ingenuino. At the Saubacherhof you can make a break and eat and drink something. We go to the Pennhof and there begins an old trail that follows us to Kollmann/Colma (way nr. 8). On the return we take the trail nr. 5 until "Heilig Kreuz". there we cross the street and on the trail nr. 5 we arrive Barbian/Barbiano.
Especially in spring and autumn, Feldthurns and its surroundings are highly recommended as a hiking area. The widely known chestnut trail ("Keschtnweg") finds its origin in this picturesque village.
The trail to the Barbiano Waterfalls starts in the centre of the village of Barbiano/Barbian (refreshments available). The Waterfall Trail (Wasserfallweg) first goes to the lower falls and then to the upper falls. Then you follow trail no. 34 and 27 to the Briol inn (refreshments available). Continue to Tre Chiese (refreshments available) on trail no. 4. The route back to Barbiano takes you first along trail no. 6, which then branches off into trail no. 3. Follow the Dorfstraße road to where you started.
It goes without saying that the highlight of this hike is the spectacular Barbiano waterfalls, which plunge in several cascades over a total drop of 200 m. But there are also other interesting things to see along the way, such as the leaning tower of the church in Barbiano.
Anyone with an interest in architecture will love the Briol inn, which is an amazing example of Bauhaus style right in the heart of the Alps. The artist Hubert Lanzinger transformed a former refuge here into a complete work of art in which you can stay and dine.
We must also mention Tre Chiese, a fascinating collection of buildings constructed on the site of an ancient sacred spring.
From Garner Wetterkreuz follow the trail number 10 direction Kühberg. Through forests and mountain meadows it goes uphill to the tree line and the "Stoaneren Mandl". From there on path no. 10A up to Königanger. From Königanger can you reach by trail number 7 the Radlsee. The return route is by route no. 10 and no. 14 to Bruggerschupfe until Kühhof. From Kühhof you take the path 17.
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.
By car we go to the parking place "Huber Kreuz". On the trail nr. 4 we arrive at the "Obere Horn". Then we take the way nr. 1 until the "Untere Horn". For the return are two possibilities: a.) From the "Untere Horn" we take the trails 3A to the "Pennleger" and then the trail nr. 3B to "Huber Kreuz". b.) From the "Untere Horn" we take the trail nr. 15 to the mountain pine distillery and than nr. 4 to "Huber Kreuz".
From the center you walk over the Andreas bridge to Seebegg and Dürer stone, where Albrecht Dürer in the 14th century has made a sketch of the city , which he used as background for his engraving "Nemesis- das große Glück". From here follow the first mark 5 to the village Albion, then the path number 10 until Ansitz Fonteklaus and finally the footpath no. 4 to Gufidaun. From there the trail no. 7 leads to Klausen.
