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This pleasant hike leads from the village centre of Kiens/Chienes to Issinger Weiher/Lago d’Issengo. An idyllic trail along the stream winds through the forest, making the hike particularly enjoyable on warm summer days.
From Kiens/Chienes, the trail initially climbs gently towards Issing/Issengo. It follows the stream through shady woodland and passes Bergila, with its mountain pine oil distillery and herb garden. The intense scent of mountain pine and various herbs creates a special atmosphere along this section of the route.
Below Bergila, a rest area by the Grünbach/Rio Verde with a small water basin invites you to take a relaxing break. The cool water offers welcome refreshment, especially on warm summer days.
The trail then continues along the stream and through the forest towards Issing/Issengo and Issinger Weiher/Lago d’Issengo. The idyllic natural swimming lake is the destination of the hike and, in summer, is the perfect place for a longer break and a refreshing swim.
After spending some time at Issinger Weiher/Lago d’Issengo, return to Kiens/Chienes along the same route. The shady trail along the stream, the fragrant herbs at Bergila and the various opportunities to cool off make this hike a particularly enjoyable experience on warm summer days.
The hike starts in the village centre of Kiens/Chienes. From here, the route initially leads uphill through the village. Follow the signs towards Issing/Issengo and you will soon reach trail no. 1.
Following trail no. 1, a pleasant path leads uphill alongside the stream and through shady woodland. Along the way, you pass Bergila, with its mountain pine oil distillery and herb garden. Below Bergila, there is a rest area by the Grünbach/Rio Verde with a small water basin, offering a pleasant spot for a short break and some refreshment.
Continue along trail no. 1, following the stream towards Issing/Issengo. The path leads through the forest and eventually reaches Issinger Weiher/Laghetto d’Issengo, the destination of the hike.
After a relaxing break by the lake and perhaps a refreshing swim in summer, return along the same route. Follow trail no. 1 past Bergila and along the stream back to Kiens/Chienes. The route then leads downhill through the village to the starting point in the village centre of Kiens/Chienes.
The hike mainly follows woodland and natural trails along the stream, with short paved sections through the village. Sturdy footwear is recommended.
Comfortable, sturdy hiking shoes with good grip and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended. In summer, make sure to bring sun protection, enough water and swimwear.
Plan a stop at Bergila along the way and enjoy the scent of herbs and mountain pine. The rest area by the Grünbach/Rio Verde, with its small water basin, offers welcome refreshment, especially on warm days. In summer, don’t forget your swimwear – Issinger Weiher/Laghetto d’Issengo is perfect for a refreshing swim.
The hike is easily accessible by public transport. Take the train to Ehrenburg/Casteldarne railway station. From there, take village bus no. 423 or, during the summer months, hiking bus no. 426 to Kiens/Chienes or Issing/Issengo. Alternatively, bus no. 401 provides a direct connection between Bruneck/Brunico, Kiens/Chienes and Brixen/Bressanone.
From Bruneck/Brunico, follow the Pustertal Valley state road to Kiens/Chienes. The starting point of the hike is located directly in the village centre.
From the Brixen/Bressanone–Pustertal/Val Pusteria motorway exit, follow the Pustertal Valley state road to Kiens/Chienes. The hike starts in the village centre.
Parking is available in the village centre of Kiens/Chienes.
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