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Mountains

Ski Touring Plattspitze: A Hidden Ski Touring Gem with Stunning Views

Vals/Valles, Mühlbach/Rio di Pusteria, Brixen/Bressanone and environs
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The ski tour to the Plattspitze takes you away from the busiest routes through varied terrain, with wide slopes and extensive views. Safe travel in avalanche terrain is essential, as the cirque at the foot of the summit and the summit slope can be dangerous in unstable conditions.
Itinerary

The ski tour starts at the large parking lot at the end of the village of Vals. From there, the route leads north to Fane Alm at 1,739 metres. Shortly before the alpine pasture, the route crosses the meadow and follows an alpine track southwards. After a distinctive gully, the route turns left and leads through a short section of forest considered to be protected from avalanches.

The route enters the wide cirque, keeping mainly to the right. Particular caution is required here, as the steep side slopes may be exposed to avalanche danger in unstable conditions. In the cirque, the route follows a gentle left-hand curve and continues towards the steeper summit ridge. You ascend this section and reach the broad ridge of Plattspitze to the right of the summit.

The descent leads across wide, undulating slopes with alternating steeper and flatter sections. A short forest section adds variety to the route. The tour finishes back at the parking lot in Vals.

 
 
Distance 7 Km
Duration 3h:30 min
Elevation gain 1283 m
Elevation loss 0 m
Highest point 2669 m
Lowest point 1387 m
Details

Pay attention to the avalanche situation and check the current conditions in advance, especially in the cirque and on the summit slope.

Take bus no. 412 from Mühlbach to Vals. From the Jochtal bus stop, it is approximately a 30-minute walk to the starting point of the tour.

Directions
To reach the “Berg am Boden” parking lot at the end of the Vals valley from Mühlbach, turn north in Mühlbach and follow the signs for Meransen. After approximately 3 kilometres, you reach a junction where you turn left towards Vals. The road leads through the village of Vals and continues further into the valley. At the end of the paved road, you reach the “Berg am Boden” parking lot, which serves as a starting point for hikes in the surrounding area. The road is easily accessible. Allow approximately 20–25 minutes for the drive from Mühlbach to the car park.
Parking
You can park at the large paid “Berg am Boden” parking lot at the end of the village of Vals. It is the ideal starting point for this ski tour.
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