Hiking in South Tyrol

The road starts from the centre of Aldein next to the Church. We follow the instructions of the road nr. 10 and after 1 1/2 we reach the main street, which has to be crossed. The instructions show the way to farms and meadows. Soon we reach the first station of the cross, this one as well as the others are made by the Schützenkompanie Aldein. At the "Bacherhof" farm starts the "Long way", called by the inhabitants of Aldein, which goes into the woods with a slight raising. Walking from one station of the cross to the next we reach the "Woller"-shed in the middle of alp meadows with beautiful flowers. The forest road (Nr. 2-8-10) leads us to the largest place of pilgrimage of South Tyrol: Maria Weißenstein. Behind the Curch we find the restaurant and the bus parking place, where a bus drives to the Centre of Aldein too.

Comfortable hike through the beautiful and scenic valley Innerfeldtal. A special feature is the view of the mighty rocky backdrop of the Dreischusterspitze/Punta dei Tre Scarperi.

Legends and stories about the Sextner Tal valley and the Alta Pusteria/Hochpustertal valley have been told and passed on here for years. Now these many fairytales and stories have been used to create a Fable Trail (Fabelweg) in Sesto. Figures depicting characters from all kinds of legends have been set up along the route, giving visitors an insight into a different world.

Experience winter on the way to the Gitschhütte! A short hike from the mountain station to the hut offers stunning views and a cozy atmosphere. Perfect for a brief but unforgettable winter outing.

Above Monguelfo, in the middle of nature

Starting point: Tourist information office at Monguelfo (1087m)
Distance: 4,1 km
Descent: along the same route
Walking time: 01:10 h
Difficulty: medium
Difference in altitude: 329 m
Information: www.suedtirolmobil.info - Lin. 441

For centuries now, the inhabitants of St. Martin im Kofel, located above Laces/Latsch, have been making the pilgrimage over the Niederjöchl pass (2,662 m a.s.l) to the pilgrimage site of Madonna di Senales/Unser Frau, in order to pray together with the people of Senales for a good harvest.

The trail is located in the Stilfserjoch National Park and leads through a forest of spruce and larch.
Five information boards provide information about the history of the inclined railway:

the valley station and the construction of the incline railway from 1929
technical data about the incline railway
the St Martin church constructed in the 17th century, as well as marble transport in times before the construction of the incline railway when boulders were transported into the valley by means of brake slides,
hemp-rope pulleys and flatbed wagons pulled by oxen 
the mountain station with the machine house, the drive engine and the cylinder rope winch 
a brief company profile of the marble works in Lasa and a list of the historical mining sites

The hike can be done as a circular route, in combination with a visit to the “Gurgl” gorge in the lower Laaser Tal valley.
This section of the hike is not recommended for those uncomfortable with heights. All others can go along the trail through the Laaser Tal valley.

The panoramic tour starts at the Passo Oclini/Jochgrimm and leads to an amzing viewpoint on the border of the Bletterbach Canyon. From here we can admire the South Tyrolean mountains and the different strata of the canyon.

From the main square of Penon the path follows the the trail marked nr. 7. This path follows the road - at the fork, stay left, along the forest road, then over the hiking path to Fennhals (1031 m). At the Di Pauli residence with its small church, we proceed downward over the Römerweg – marked 2 – back to Penon (605 m).

This relaxed walk does not require any experience or sure-footedness: It runs along an easy path which is also suitable for children.

From Niederrasen > Pfaffingerhöfe > Burgfriedenhof > path n. 4 > Redensberg > mark n. 22 > "Schweinberg" > Rauterhöfe > descent on path n. 8 to Niederrasen or following mark n. 22 to Neunhäusern > Camping Corones > Niederrasen.

A delightful alpine walk along the so-called “Almsteig”: Starting from the Lanzwiesen Alm, the trail leads gently across the mountain landscape to the Brunstalm, with hardly any elevation gain.
Both alpine huts are perfect places to stop for a bite to eat – making this an ideal, relaxed hike with scenic views and local flavors.

The tour is a beautiful hike above Valdaora-Olang with fantastic views. The tour starts near the Panorama restaurant in Valdaora di Sopra-Oberolang and it goes on the road no. 6 in a constant pitch for "Angerer Albl" and from there to Lanzwiesen Alm mountain hut. Both cottages are managed in the summer and invite you to a traditional specialties. From here then start the scale path (Almsteig) above the treeline to Brunst mountain hut. When you arrive at Brunst hut, which is also farmed in the summer, you stay on the trail 20 and returns to Valdaora di Sopra back to the starting point.

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.

The Culture Promenade is a beautiful circular trail of about 7 km in length, located in the valley floor of Sulden. The path is even, with almost no elevation gain, and passes by 12 cultural sites and museums that tell the history of tourism in the Ortler region, from its pioneering days to the present. The promenade is accessible year-round and offers seating areas to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

For sun-lovers

Starting point: Val Casies Valley/ S. Maddalena fondovalle (1460m)
Distance: 0,5 km
Descent: along the same route
Walking time: 00:10 h
Difficulty: facile
Difference in altitude: 17 m
Information: www.suedtirolmobil.info - Lin. 441

A winter walk to the Bacherhütte– a relaxing tour through the snowy forests of Meransen that brings nature and enjoyment into perfect harmony. Ideal for those seeking peace and a unique experience.

The Göflaner Marble Trail leads from "Kohlplätze" to the Göflaner marble quarry, known as "Mitterwandlbruch". Although the cave itself is out of bounds for security reasons, this 11-stage theme path tells the story of marble extraction in Göflan.

From the main square the roout starts on a paed road, then to the right on a path leading to „Wies“. At the fence, the path turns to the right - first route H, then route 2 - and proceeds steeply upward on a forest path to the Hirschbettweiher (840 m). On the same path marked 2 we descend to a fork in the path where we go straight ahead. When the path meets the paved Kauderleweg we go to the right, where, after about a 20 inute walk, we reach the Gasthaus An der Himmelspfort inn and continue to the right back to the main square.

Starting point:Val Casies Valley – S. Maddalena, Head of the Valley 1465 m
Duration: 1 hour 10 min.
Difference in altitude: 238 m
Length of the tour: 3,3 km  
Descent: via the ascent route or along the squirrel path (No. 49a)
Difficulty: easy

A wonderful hike through the larch forests from Sexten to the Innerfeldtal Valley with a direct view of the mountains.

Along the way, 14 stations with various texts from the Bible and matching relief carvings invite you to pause for a moment. Both the Lordesstöckl on the way to the forest chapel and the clear fountain at the 9th station of the contemplation trail are always popular with visitors and locals alike.
The history of the forest chapel is interesting: the church, which is almost entirely made of wood, was built around 1917, as the parish church in Sesto was badly damaged during the First World War. For 14 days, the farmers and the priest at the time worked on the church from early in the morning until nightfall. The wood for this came from a hay barn that had been crushed by the snow. In 1917 and 1918, every church service was celebrated there and, especially during the fascist era, the forest chapel served as a hiding place to hold masses in German. Today, the chapel is also known as the Peace Chapel and was restored in 1974. In 1988, at the suggestion of the then parish priest Markus Küer and in collaboration with the Sesto woodcarver Georg Lanzinger, a path of reflection was laid out to the chapel. Near the chapel there are cup stones, which are among the oldest traces of settlement in Sesto and are also the last of the biblical stations along the path of reflection.

This winter hike through Altfasstal Valley combines nature and relaxation. The path leads past snowy alpine meadows and sunny resting spots – ideal for families and nature lovers looking to enjoy the peaceful winter landscape.

A leisurely walk from Sesto over the Mitterberg/Monte di mezzo to the Gasthof Panorama with a wonderful view of the sundial of Sesto.

With plenty of motivation, you start the walk in Moos, opposite the Happacher bakery on the asphalted road. Past the Berghotel, always following the road, you reach Froneben guesthouse after approx. 45 minutes

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

Experience the Rodenecker-Lüsner Alp in winter– an expansive, family-friendly hike with panoramic views, art installations on the Creation Trail, and numerous places to stop for a warm break. Perfect for a relaxing winter day!

Easy hike along the nature trail

Starting point: various entrance points all along the valley
Distance: 35 km
Descent: circular hike
Walking time: 09:30 h
Difficulty: easy*
Difference in altitude: max 797m
Information: *it is recommended to only walk parts of the route | www.suedtirolmobil.info - Lin. 441

The LandArt Trail in Pfalzen is a wonderful, family-friendly hike that starts at the Pfalzen sports zone. The circular trail takes about an hour and leads through a picturesque landscape adorned with artworks in nature. The art installations along the trail invite you to experience nature creatively and offer a special atmosphere that delights both adults and children. The trail is easy to walk and perfect for a relaxing outing with the whole family.