Hiking in South Tyrol

SAN VIGILIO › CIASTLINS (H-R: 4 h)

From the lake „Lè dla Creda“, follow the indications to „Ciastlins“, following path No. 25; after 15 minutes you reach the breathtaking waterfalls of Ciastlins. The path then takes us to the two hunting lodges on the idyllic pasture of Ciastlins (both not open for refreshments). Return to the Lago della Creta via the same route.

From the Miara cable car, walk along the road until you reach the first big left-turn hairpin bend. There, take a right onto the forest trail until you get to a small path which turns right again, descending through the forest. At the Torpëi farmstead, there are a number of options to return to the village which will take you back to the cable car. This walk can also be done the other way round.

Escursion of average difficulty along the right shore of Pragser Wildsee lake and enjoy the beautiful view of the Seekofel peak until the Grünwaldtal valley.
Starting point: Pragser Wildsee lake(1,494 m)
Arrival: Grünwaldtal valley- Jägerhütte hut (1,750 m)

PEDERÜ - FANES (2042m, H: 2 hours) - LIMOSEE (2171m, H: 2,5 hours) - GROSS-FANES (2104m, H: 3 hours)
From Pederü follow trail number 7 to the Fanes hut, where you will have the opportunity to taste typical dishes based on simple and genuine ingredients. Alternatively, you can reach the Lavarella hut, with its new microbrewery, the highest in Europe, where you can enjoy an authentic artisan beer. From the Fanes mountain hut, continue to the left and you will reach Lake Limo and the Fanes Grande mountain hut. The breathtaking view, enhanced by three idyllic lakes, makes this hike unique.

From the Hotel Monte Paraccia the path runs uphill to the hamlet of Torpëi. There you can enjoy the beautiful view of San Vigilio. The path continues past farm buildings. Return to the village via the hamlet of Pinëi.

Either from the village square via Valiares or from the Aqua Bad Cortina Oasis Hotel, follow the Tres La Val trail up to the Spiaggetta Ciamaor park. Heading towards Tres La Val, walk on the right side of the stream starting from the Spiaggetta Ciamaor park and continue on to the next bridge just before Lé dla Creda. From there, it is another 10 minute walk. The route back to San Vigilio leads partly along the main road and partly along the walkway.

This hike starts at the Miara cable car. From there, the walk continues along the road to the hamlet of Val and on along the Costa woodland path. Return to San Vigilio via Ras.

Excursion on a wonderful upland in the mids of the Natural Park with a wonderful view over the 3 Peaks and the Mountains Hohe Gails/Croda Rossa, Tofana and Monte Cristallo. Walking time: 1 hour Sign-post: No. 37

The snowshoe hike on the Cima Lasta/Astjoch Peak (2,194 m) is one of the most rewarding things to do in the area. The magnificent summit view of the surrounding mountains is simply impressive.

Before you start for a snowshoe hike you should always consult the avalanche and weather report!

This varied forest, alpine pasture and meadow hike offers wonderful nature experiences and impressive views.

From the main square `Von Kurz` in Niederdorf/Villabassa (1,154 m), follow the signs (no. 15) and hike through idyllic forests and alpine meadows to the Putzalm hut (1,743 m) - a perfect place for a break with panoramic views. The way back is via the familiar route.
If you want to hike further: the trail climbs gently to "Buchsenriedl" (1,803 m) before descending via the "Kameriotwiesen" meadows to Altprags (1,379 m) (no. 15).
From there you follow the Plätzwiese/Prato Piazza road past "Plung" to the "Säge". The way back to Niederdorf/Villabassa is easy via trail no. 1 (approx. 1 hour).

A wonderful tour for nature lovers and pleasure hikers!

This peak offer you a wonderful view over the Braies Valley. From the skislopes “Kameriot” you turn left until “Buchsenriedl” and then further down to the alpine hut “Malga Pozzo/Putzalm”. Continue on the trail until “Forcella Serla/Sarlsattel”. From there, turn right down until the guide marker showing the mountain “Monte Lungo/Lungkofel”. Walking time: 3 hours Sign-post: no. 15, no. 16, no. 16A, no. 33, no. 33B Challenge: demanding

PEDERÜ › FODARA VEDLA (1980 m, H: 1 hour) › SENES (2116m, H: 2 hours) › BIELLA/SEEKOFEL INN (2300 m, H: 3.5 hours)

From Pederü, walk on the access road to the pastures of Fodara Vedla and Senes; from Senes follow waymark No. 6; return is also possible via lake of Braies (Alta Via No.1  -  3 hours from the hut Rifugio Biella). 

A hike with amazing views of probably the oldest meadows in South Tyrol

Section of the Archaeological Trail A 7 - The Archaeological Hiking Map with additional information is available free of charge at the archeoParc Schnalstal or at the Tourism Office Schnalstal Valley

When you take the so-called Solder Hiking Trail, you will start in the village center of Truden to the "Leger" outlook platform. You will pass by the Jäger Cross, and then proceed along the staircase. Suddenly, you will find yourself amidst spectacular alpine scenery where dwarf pines, alpine rhododendrons, the dryas, and other plant species dominate the landscape. From the "Hochwand," you can admire a vast and beautiful panorama. Continue on your way until you come to the Cisloner Alm (managed). From there, you proceed along the trail – similar to a balcony ("Solder" is Tyrolean for "balcony"). You will pass by several great outlook points as you return to the village center.

Lake Antholz > on the main road (closed during the winter) to the Staller Saddle

Setting off from Pieve Marebbe, you can enjoy a number of especially beautiful walks to the hamlets of Cianorè, Biëi, Fordora, Frena and La Costa. From each hamlet, the next one is visible and easily reached by connecting tracks and roads, leaving you free to choose the best route to explore the amazing beauty of these landscapes and the architectural singularity of the hamlets.

From the car park at the end of the paved road, take the forestry road (no. 9) to the Vaciara pastures. On the way you will pass the „Open air museum“, a special wooden exhibition of a local artist. In front of the hut Ütia Vaciara the path continues to the right to Passo Göma.

SAN VIGILIO › RIT (H: 5.5 hours)

Starting from Hotel Les Alpes, walk up the
road until you find the sign indicating the path to „Sarjëi“. Continue following the signs for „Rit“ (signpost No. 15). Return to San Vigilio via Ciamaor, following path no. 13 downhill through steep meadows and woods.

This easy hike starts in Niederdorf/Villabassa and takes you through idyllic meadows and forests to Toblach/Dobbiaco. After around 1.5 hours, you will reach Gustav Mahler's composer's cottage, where the famous composer wrote parts of his 9th and 10th symphonies.

The tour provides an insight into Mahler's creative period. Right next door, the Dobbiaco Wildlife Park invites you to observe the animals. The way back leads along the same route or via Altschluderbach back to Niederdorf/Villabassa.

A perfect tour for music and nature lovers!

From the village outskirts, head in the direction of Alfarëi and then along trail no. 20b up to Forcela de Lijun.

The approximately 4 Kilometer long small asphalt road passes along the Pragser Berg/Braies mountain  from Schmieden/Ferrara to St. Veit/San Vito. The sunny trail offers a wonderful view ofer the valley and the mountainous panorama. Walking time: 1,5 hours

Setting off from Pieve Marebbe, you can enjoy a number of especially beautiful walks to the hamlets of Brach, Ciaseles, Frontü and Biëi. From each hamlet, the next one is visible and easily reached by connecting tracks and roads, leaving you free to choose the best route to explore the amazing beauty of these landscapes and the architectural singularity of the hamlets.

From Niederdorf/Villabassa, this varied hiking trail takes you past the parish church, along the slightly ascending Eggerberg Street to the bend after the "Brandhäusl" (trail no. 45). Here you turn left onto the forest path and follow it to the farm "Thaler". The path then runs almost flat in a westerly direction to farm "Kleinsinner". From there, continue along the road to the breathtaking “Schöne Aussicht” at 1,460 m - a perfect place to enjoy the landscape and recharge your batteries.

A wonderful panoramic trail for nature and hiking enthusiasts!

Legends from Trodena/Truden include all sorts of mythical heroes whose stories have been passed down through generations, giving many people in Trodena the shivers. In order to give a brief insight of Trodena’s fabulous beings to interested parties, in 2009 the staff at the Trodena primary school decided to develop the "Trail of Legends". Pupils of the 4th and 5th grade worked on that, they recorded and treated all of the sagas.

The 2 km long circular trail along the Forchwaldegg (trail no. 8) in Trodena proved to be a perfect spot for the Trail of Legends. It is set amidst larch, pine and spruce trees and is very easy to hike.

It runs along the opposite side of the Passer River compared to the Winter Promenade and provides a refreshing escape, thanks to the many shade-giving trees that line the path – including Lebanese cedars, sequoias, poplars, and various species of pine. The promenade begins in Elisabeth Park, a 7,100-square-metre green space that not only offers tranquillity and relaxation but also features a unique monument: an elegant statue of the Austrian Empress Elisabeth, affectionately known as Sisi. Created in 1903 by the sculptor Hermann Klotz from Imst, using white Laas marble, the statue shows the empress seated in a quiet, contemplative, almost solitary moment on a grassy patch, lending the sculpture an understated dignity.

Merano has a long tradition of urban planning, which dates back to 1850, when the town’s development as a spa destination began. The city made clever use of the Passer’s embankment walls, creating extensive recreational areas in the second half of the 19th century, including the summer park that is now Elisabeth Park. The aim was to blend nature with the urban landscape by integrating green spaces and botanical highlights, thus giving the growing spa town the character of a garden city. Merano’s favourable climate played a crucial role in this: warm air flows in from the south through the broad Adige Valley, while the towering Texel mountain range to the north protects the town from cold winds. This mild, sub-Mediterranean climate allows a rich variety of plants from the Mediterranean, Asia, and North America to thrive here – a true paradise for nature lovers.

The Summer Promenade owes its name to the many trees that grow along its path, providing shade and a welcome sense of refreshment to those out for a walk. Strolling here, one can experience the history of Merano in all its richness – from its imperial past to its years as a renowned spa destination – while being surrounded by a natural environment that is far more than just a place to unwind: it is a haven of inspiration, peace, and beauty.

Along the Summer Promenade, there are also some artworks from the cultural project Art & Nature, which took place in 2015 and 2016 as part of the Merano Spring festival. The aim of the project was to set natural sites in Meran’s urban setting and artworks in relation to each other.

Either from the village square via Valiares or from the Aqua Bad Cortina Oasis Hotel, follow the Tres La Val trail up to the Spiaggetta Ciamaor park. Walk back taking the same route or turn right at the edge of the sports ground and follow the Tru dles Liondes trail which leads to the Nature Park House.

Quaint mountain pasture between Prato Piazza and the Braies. From Brückele/Ponticello into the valley on a steep forest path to Forcella di Muta and on to the alpine hut „Malga Rossalm“ Walking time: 3 hours Sign-post: no. 4 Challenge: demanding Alternative: From Plätzwiese/Prato Piazza: From Plätzwiese/Prato Piazza in a westerly direction to Campale, past the Croda Rossa mountain to Crodetta and down to the hut „Malga Rossalm“. Walking time: 3 hours Sign-post: no. 3 Challenge: demanding; secure step and no fear of heights are prerequisites Alternative: From Pragser Wildsee lake to Malga Rosalm: From Pragser Wildsee lake in direction to "Giavo grande" and continue to the hut „Malga Rossalm“. Walking time: 4 hours Sign-post: no. 1, no. 4 Challenge: demanding; secure step

A beautiful snowshoe hike with moderate difficulty and beautiful view on the Dolomites, as well as on the main Alpine ridge and the Rieserferner peaks.

Before you start for a snowshoe hike you should always consult the avalanche and weather report!

Easy excursion with amazing panorama over Croda del Becco/ Seekofel and Lago di Braies/ Pragser Wildsee.
Starting point: St. Veit/San Vito(1.332m) Arrival: Wöggenalm hut(1.627m)

Excursion of average difficulty in the middle of a rough and untouched nature bring you to the "Kaserhütte" hut.
Starting point: Pragser Wildsee lake (1.494 m) Highest point: Kaserhütte hut (1.937 m)