Hiking in South Tyrol

The hike starts by the Borgone hamlet, near the Vizze high valley entrance, and runs through the Borgone valley up to the timberline. The path crosses the interesting limestone sources of Borgone. The trail is passing some mountain huts (no service) and crosses the northern hill of the Finsterstern summit and leads along a joke to the Simile Mahd Alm mountain hut (2011m).

An easy hike through larch woods and the romantic Fischleintal valley, to the very foot of the Einserkofel.

From the Biathlon center (parking area) > on the "Franzosensteig" marked n. 11 to Vorderpassler > Schwörzalm > Bergeralm > Klammbach waterfall > Eggerhöfe > Antholz Mittertal.

Roughly a one-hour hike from the village centre of Nova Ponente/Deutschnofen, the remote St. Agatha church rises up on a hilltop.

From the Plansoler inn, the route descends along trail no. 6 down to the church and the lower road leading to Burgstall. To the right, forest road no. 12 leads to S. Andrea/St. Andrä. The way back follows along the Kreuzweg trail (signposted) northwards to Cornale/Karnol, from there ascending on trail no. 6 down a field path to Burgstall, and then back to S. Leonardo/St. Leonhard.

This hike lies under the motto alpine pasture to alpine pasture and hut to hut.Right at the beginning of the tour we ascend to the idyllic Wurzeralm.We continue past the Moschwandalm and the Maiser Alm past the Kreuzjöchl to the Meran hut.Here we can enjoy the wonderful view with a long rest.As far as the eye can see, to the south, east and west we can enjoy the unique mountain landscape of South Tyrol. Meran 2000 is also a popular destination for excursions in summer.It is easy to reach and offers a varied alpine and mountain landscape.

It is a long mountain hike, where good condition is required.

A hike through the wetlands of Schluderns/ Sluderno, also known as Schludernser Au or Schludernser Erlenwaldbiotop.

Family friendly hike

Starting point: Val Casies Valley / S. Maddalena head of the valley (1465m)
Distance: 3 km
Descent: along the ascending route
Walking time: 01:00 h
Difficulty: easy
Difference in altitude: 195 m
Tobogganing possibility: yes / easy difficulty
Information: also feasible with snowshoes or touring skis

Walk from Corvara along the river to Hotel Bel Sit, passing through Pescosta to Colfosco and back to Corvara.

Hike to the huts on the hunters trail

The trail downhill to the Wanseralm pasture is very steep and narrow, but quite manageable. Once down at the lake, there are several beautiful places to enjoy.

Starting point: Wans

Endpoint: Wans

Refreshment stop: Seebergalm pasture, Wanseralm pasture

The approximately 1,5 kilometer long lern-path is easily passable and pass by the fishpond of Bagni di Braies Vecchia/Bad Altprags. Along the path explain many informationsboards the main characteristics of the spring. Walking time: 1 hour Sign-post: No. 37

Varied sunny “half tour” between Laces and Castelbello with possibility to stop at the highest point. Very interesting hike from a historico-cultural and archaeological view.

Starting point: North lakeshore of the Lake Haider in S. Valentino alla Muta Ascent: Along the western lakeshore to the southern end of the Lake Haider, then take the road on the right side, along the trail number 8 for Lake Faulensee. Turn right again to the old alpine path, which goes into Zerzertal. Pass the St. Martin Church and walk up the bridge just before the alpine pasture Malga Brugger/Brugger Alm (it is closed in winter). Over the lower trail number 7 across the Petsch forest in north direction back to the village St. Valentin. Arrived at the forest road, the way goes further on the skiing slope. Down to Plagött (posibility to stop for a bite to eat), and on to the valley station of the Malga S. Valentino/Haideralm.

Hike through the diverse nature and cultural landscape at the slopes of the Stelvio National Park.

This average circular hike leads from Barbian/Barbiano to the Rittner Horn summit, with a 360° panoramic view. Referring to the summit of the Rittner Horn, Ludwig Purtscheller, the first European to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, once said: "If you want to see Tyrol at a glance, climb these heights".

Long and therefore quite difficult snow shoe tour. Until Cappella del Bosco/Waldkapelle chapel (2,5 h). Until Baita del Cacciatore/Jägerhütte hut (4 h). Descent to Sesto/Sexten (2 h) and return by bus to San Candido/Innichen. 

The Val Gardena railway trail runs along the entire length of the valley and takes you past woods, meadows, hamlets and local sights on the sunny side of the valley. Choose between Ortisei (St. Ulrich), S. Cristina and Selva (Wolkenstein) as your starting point. The walk follows the course of the former Val Gardena railway, which was built during the First World War – in the years 1915-1916.

On a section of the path you will find a number of bronze sculptures by local artists. These give walkers and hikers an insight into the fascinating history of art in the Gardena Valley.

Along the railway line trail from La Poza towards S. Cristina there is a snow gauge, which measures the amount of snowfall for the period from 1951 to the present day.

The hike to Lanzwiesen Alm begins at the parking lot near Pizzeria Panorama in Oberolang and promises a true nature experience in the Dolomites. About 100 meters from the parking lot, trail No. 7 begins, which you’ll follow for approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. The path takes you through picturesque landscapes, past dense forests and blooming alpine meadows, offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains. After a moderate ascent, you’ll reach Lanzwiesen Alm, a charming hut nestled in an idyllic setting. Here, you can take a well-deserved break and enjoy the peace and beauty of nature. From Lanzwiesen Alm, you have two attractive options to continue your hike: you can extend your trek to Brunst Alm, or you can choose to descend to Angerer Alm, where you can also take a pleasant break. Both options offer further wonderful views and encounters with nature, making this hike so special. The hike to Lanzwiesen Alm is ideal for anyone looking for a varied trek in the breathtaking landscape of the Dolomites.

The playground situated in close proximity to nature stretches out over several hundred meters and invites the whole family to test their abilities in the forest playground with its water world and climbing area. Whilst enjoying this, the children breathe the fresh, healthy forest air while simultaneously refreshing and strengthening their brain, their whole being in fact, with oxygen. The play trail is mostly accessible with a pushchair. It is ideal as a place to go for a stroll or longer walk, a stop off point on a day trip to the Pusteria Valley, Lake Braies/Prags or the panoramic walk at Plan de Corones. Starting point is the elementary school in Valdaora di Sopra (street Aue 16), from there crossing the bridge, in about 5 minutes you can reach easily the Kids World.

This beautiful winter hike to the Mahlknechthütte leads right over the Seiser Alm. Endless snow-blanketed Alpine meadows, idyllic Alpine huts and breathtaking views into the distance and depths are guaranteed to enchant hikers on this peaceful tour far from the commotion of the ski resorts.

Nice hiking to three fantastic viewpoints.
Change of path along the hike: 1, 5A, 5, 1