Hiking in South Tyrol

The Spronser lakes are found at the center of the Texel Group Nature Park, one of the largest high mountain lake districts in the entire Alps. They are fed with melted snow water and are a real highlight of the Texel Group Nature Park. Their clear waters reflect the surrounding landscape and they are a popular place with walkers and hikers. The ten little lakes, which lie at an altitude of between 2,117 mt. and 2,589 mt., are the highest mountain lakes in South Tyrol.
The lakes include the Kasersee 2,117 mt., the Pfitschersee 2,126 mt., the small Mückensee 2,330 mt., the Grünsee 2.338 mt., the Langsee 2,377 mt., the Schiefersee 2,501 mt., the Kesselsee 2,512 mt., the Schwarzsee 2,589 mt. and the two Milchseen at 2,540 mt.

From the end of the lake > turn right > follow mark n. 7 > Steinzgeralm.

Tip: From the Steinzgeralm you can walk on for 30 minutes reaching the "Obere Steinzgeralm" at 2,079 m > path n. 7 > Staller Saddle.

This hike starts at the sulfur spring in Bad Bergfall. Follow trail no. 6B uphill, then switch to trail no. 7 which leads straight to the beautifully located Lanzwiesen Alm.
The hut is open and offers delicious regional food – making it the perfect mix of hiking and enjoyment in the heart of nature.

Starting point of the snowshoe hiking tour is the funicular railway to Resciesa, ascend with the funicular railway (for a fee); tour along Rasciesa in direction to Brogles and Geisler Alm; afterwards it is recommended to do a toboggan ride (toboggan rental at Geisler Alm) until Ranui

Excursion of average difficulty in the middle of a snowy forest, marvellous proposal for those who are fond of nature. Starting point: Altprags/Braies Vecchia (1.440 m) Arrival: Putzalm hut (1.737 m)

Dear hiker, can i give you a hiking tip? The "Hirtensteig" themed path offers you an understanding of the herder's life, the livestock and the special features of one of the largest community alpine pasture systems in Europe not just today but also in the distant past at five stations along the trail. 

This easy snowshoe hike goes along the southern edge of the Puez-Odle Nature Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site), away from the ski slopes on the famous Sellaronda circuit. On a lovely hike through meadows and woods covered in deep snow, you can discover the natural scenery of the Dolomites from an entirely new perspective.

Before heading out on the hike check the weather forecast and the avalanche report http://www.arpa.veneto.it/neve_valanghe/it/pdf/dolomiti_nevevalanghe.pdf.

This easy hike starts in San Cassiano and goes through snow-covered meadows, pastureland and woods, passes along the feet of the Sas dla Crusc and presents wonderful views of the Marmolada, Sella massif, Puez and Sass de Putia.

The unspoiled scenery and glimpses of game such as chamois and roe deer make this hike an unforgettable experience.

A leisurely hike from Sesto to the idyllic Fischleintal/Val Fiscalina valley with a fantastic view on the Dolomites of Sexten.

Varied tour in a quiet area with beautiful view over Braies lake and the surrounding mountains. From the Braies lake turn right until the “Riedlhof” and continuing on the path until you reach “Casera Nuova/Kasern”, then turn left on the slightly rising and small path up to the “Sella di Monte Nero/Schwarzbergsattel”. The way down to the “Val Foresta/Grünwaldtal” is partly very steep and a short section is protected with a wire-cable. From “Val Foresta/Grünwaldtal” back to the starting point – Braies lake. Walking time: 4,5 hours Sign-post: no. 20, no. 61, no 19, no. 1 Challenge: moderately demanding

From Niederrasen (Pfaffingerhöfe) > on the edge of the woods (circular path) to the hunting lodge (Jagdhaus) > Burgfriedenhof > turn on the chapel > ascent to the ruins of the Neurasen Castle.

From Oberrasen> mark n. 3.

The Rasun Nuova Castle in Oberrasen is privately owned and belongs to the Burgfrieder farm.

Start with snowshoes at Eistil Boden (car park below Russis bridge), towards Schatzerhütte. From there continue along path no. 9 and over the Piskoierböden to the hut Halslhütte. Return via path no. 10 to the starting point.

Mountain Restaurant Mudler > Lutterkopf > Durakopf > Taistner Hut

This relatively easy snowshoe hike, with little variation in altitude, goes through the Armentarola meadows in San Cassiano and is ideal for anyone looking for something a bit different for half a day.

Snow-covered meadows and fantastic views await you. You can gaze all around from the Setsas to the Col di Lana, from the Sass de Pütia to the Sassongher, from the Lavarella to the Conturines and Lagazuoi. And when, in late afternoon, the sun tinges the peaks of the Dolomites with pink or red, the natural spectacle is simply perfect.

Difficult and varied excursion on snowy routes to reach the Rossalm hut. Starting point: Brückele/Ponticello (1491 m) Highest point: Rossam hut ( 2,164 m)

Attention: Before the start, please note the avalanche report

Walk past the Miara cable car station and follow the road up to the hamlet Rara. Turn right onto forest path no. 1 which takes you to Passo Furcia, where a number of inns offer food and drinks. Take the same route to walk back. Alternatively to walking on the paved road, just behind the Chi Vai restaurant you can also take the pretty hiking trail which leads past the Riffa inn. After passing the eadows, you will find the path to the Spaces restaurant (stop here for food, drinks and a sun deck) on the left side at the edge of the forest. This route leads back to the main path (no. 1).

This medium-easy routeruns circularly between the villages of Corvara and Colfosco, at the foot of the majestic Sassongher mountain. The initial ascent through the woods will then give way to a spectacular view of the north face of the Sella massif.

Before heading out on the hike check the weather forecast and the avalanche report http://www.arpa.veneto.it/neve_valanghe/it/pdf/dolomiti_nevevalanghe.pdf.

This easy and tranquil hiking tour leads us to the so called "Rosssprung/ Salto del Cavallo" (Horse jump), passing by farms and an old church, built in 1600.

Easy hiking excursion, very suitable for families. Very beautyfull landscape.

Ideal for a walk, as a start for the Sesto circuit or if you just want to feel the silence and energy of the forest.

Abwechslungsreiche Wanderung durch Wald und Feld mit stets herrrlichem Blick ins Tal und zu den Dolomiten, so wie auf dem Cristallo und den Pragser Dolomiten bei der Aussichtswarte. Ritterlicher Flair bei Schloss Welsperg. Ruhe tanken und Ausblick geniessen. Proviant selbst mitnehmen.

The walk over the broad gravel way to the “Malga Wöggen/Wöggenalm” begins behind the “maso Steinwandter/Steinwandterhof” at S. Vito/St. Veit. At the advancement over the height way you have a great view on the green meadows and idyllic Braies Lake with its emerald-green water! The “Malga Wöggen/Wöggenalm” is uninhabited. Walking time: 1 hour

Start at Car park Zans (1680 m) towards the hut Kaserill Alm and continue via Wörndle Loch to the summit cross of Zendleser Kofel (2423 m).

From Brückele/Ponticello along the main road to the third turn, then follow the hiking path along the Stolla River to Stolla Alm hut; continue up-and-down to rato Plätzwiese high plateau (1,993 m).

Snowshoe tour from Zans, about the Gampenwiesen, to the hutGampen Alm. Return with the toboggan to Zans or to St. Magdalena/Ranui.