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Hiking

GEOTour Bletterbach Canyon

Aldein/Aldino
Scenic circular hike through Bletterbach Gorge to the Butterloch waterfall, exploring the geological wonders of the UNESCO Dolomites.
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The hiking tour “GEOTour Bletterbach Canyon” starts from the Visitor Centre in Aldino and leads to the “Taubenleck” and finally to the waterfall in the so called “Butterloch”. This tour is a journey through the “geological Middle Ages”.

Itinerary

We begin our tour at the Visitor Centre in Aldino. Following the trial no. 3, which is also part of the trail E5, we go down the canyon and arrive at the “Taubenleck”,  the lower part of the canyon. Then we go up again and come to the waterfall (Butterloch). From here we have to go back for about 200 m and follow then the “Jagersteig”. After a difference in altitude of 140 m we return to the Visitor Centre by the forest road.

Distance 4.1 Km
Duration 1h:23 min
Elevation gain 316 m
Elevation loss 316 m
Highest point 1612 m
Lowest point 1413 m
Details
The route follows rocky streambeds and uneven terrain. Sturdy hiking boots are essential. Wearing a safety helmet is mandatory and helmets are available free of charge at the Visitor Centre. Avoid entering the gorge after heavy rainfall or during thunderstorms.
Sturdy hiking boots
Weather-appropriate clothing
Sufficient drinking water
Snacks
Sun protection
Safety helmet (available free at the Visitor Centre)
Visit the Visitor Centre before starting the hike to better understand the fascinating geological history revealed along the trail.
Regional bus services connect Aldein with seasonal services to the Visitor Centre. Please check the latest timetables before your visit.
Directions
Take the A22 Brenner Motorway to the Neumarkt–Ora exit and follow the signs to Aldein and the GEOPARC Bletterbach Visitor Centre.
Parking
Large parking areas are available directly at the Visitor Centre. Parking is included with admission to the GEOPARC.
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