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Hiking

Rotwand and Burgtallegg

Aldein/Aldino
Scenic hike from Auer to Rotwand and Burgstallegg with two ruins, beautiful viewpoints, a biotope and a natural swimming lake.
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From Auer / Ora to the viewpoints Rotwand and Burgstallegg. An unforgettable tour with many highlights, two ruins, great viewpoints, a biotope and a natural swimming lake.
Itinerary
From the centre of Auer/Ora, the so-called Gassenlabyrinth, via the Katzenleiter (waterfall!) towards Aurer Schlossberg with the ruined remains of the former castle Leiterburg. Continue via Karnol and the Lahnweg (no.1). Keep to the left at the junction with trail no. 10 A. Continue to the Burgstallegg ruins, the first impressive vantage point. Take trail no. 17 to the Göllersee lake (circumnavigation possible). In around 20 minutes to the Rotwand vantage point with a wonderful view of the Etschtal valley and the Adamello, Brenta and Ortler mountain ranges. The same way back to Auer.
Distance 15.4 Km
Duration 5h:25 min
Elevation gain 884 m
Elevation loss 884 m
Highest point 1097 m
Lowest point 261 m
Details
Overview
The hike partly follows forest paths and steeper sections. Sure footing is required, especially in the Katzenleiter section. Trails can be slippery when wet. Check the weather conditions before starting and wear suitable footwear.
Sturdy hiking boots, weather-appropriate clothing, enough water, sun protection and hiking poles if needed are recommended.
Special features:
Burgstallegg: mysterious and legendary prehistoric sites from pre-Roman times;
Göller See: in the middle of the pine forest. Untouched by human hand. Next to it the biotope "Bigleider Moos";
Waterfall: from the Schwarzenbach Gorge, about 50 metres high;
Katzenleiter: section of path with about 700 steps, probably from pre-Roman times.
Best season: spring, autumn
Getting to the starting point of the tour or point of interest by public transport is easy and convenient.
Directions
Auer is easily accessible from the South Tyrolean lowlands and the surrounding villages. The starting point of the hike is located in the centre of Auer.
Parking
Parking Schwarzenbach
Holiday Destination Südtirols Süden
Hauptplatz/Piazza Principale 5,39040,Auer / Ora
info@suedtirols-sueden.info
+39 0471 810231
https://www.suedtirols-sueden.info
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