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Family hikings

Irrigation Channel Leitenwaal and Berkwaal

Schluderns/Sluderno, Vinschgau/Val Venosta
Hiking trail nr. 18, 17, 20
from center

A hike filled with cultural treasures and Vinschgau history: explore the Vuseum, the Ganglegg archaeological site, and the proud Churburg castle on this loop trail following the Leitenwaal and Berkwaal trails.

Water flow: from April
Refreshment stop: in the inns in Schluderns

Itinerary

Start at the Vuseum, a venue dedicated to the irrigation channel paths, the Swabian children, and the Ganglegg settlements of the Bronze and Iron Ages. Follow trail #18 up to the Ganglegg archaeological site and continue on trail #17, Leitenwaal trail, above the site until you reach the impressive gorge. On the opposite side of the valley, Berkwaal trail leads down to Schluderns via Churburg castle, conveniently ending at the station.

Distance 6.8 Km
Duration 3h:00 min
Elevation gain 290 m
Elevation loss 290 m
Highest point 1213 m
Lowest point 921 m
Details
A visit to Churburg Castle and the nearby Burgschenke tavern is definitely worthwhile.
Schluderns can be reached by the Vinschger Railway railway and by city bus no. 274 from Mals.
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