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Hiking

Ruins circular hike in Niederrasen

Niederrasen/Rasun di Sotto, Rasen-Antholz/Rasun Anterselva, Dolomites Region Kronplatz/Plan de Corones
Varied circular hike from Niederrasen to the Altrasen castle ruins and via farm Obergoste back to the village.
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The Niederrasen ruins circular hike combines nature, scenic views and history on a varied route above the village. Starting at the cemetery, the trail initially leads towards the Oberstallerhöfe farms before a narrow path branches off to the Altrasen castle ruins.

After visiting the historic ruins, the route continues uphill to farms Obergoste. From there, it leads through the traditional farming landscape and back down to Niederrasen. The hike is particularly suitable for anyone wishing to combine a short walk with a historical highlight.

Itinerary

The starting point is the cemetery in Niederrasen. From there, follow trail no. 20 along the paved road towards the Oberstallerhöfe farms.

After approximately 500 metres, a narrow path branches off to the right towards the Altrasen castle ruins. This trail climbs partly steeply through the forest to the ruins.

From there, continue uphill to farms Obergoste. In the area of the farms, the hiking trail turns downhill and leads back to Niederrasen. Finally, return to the starting point at the cemetery.

Distance 4.5 Km
Duration 1h:36 min
Elevation gain 389 m
Elevation loss 381 m
Highest point 1411 m
Lowest point 1028 m
Details
Sturdy hiking boots with good grip are recommended, as the trail to the ruins is narrow and partly steep. Weather-appropriate clothing and sufficient water are also advisable.
A short break at the Altrasen castle ruins is well worthwhile: the remains recall the castle’s former importance as a judicial seat in the Pustertal Valley and give the hike a distinctive historical character.
Take bus line 431 from the Olang-Antholz train station or from Lake Antholz to Niederrasen.

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Directions
From the Pustertal road, turn into the Antholz Valley and drive to Niederrasen.
Parking
Parking is available at the cemetery in Niederrasen.
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