Snowshoe hiking in South Tyrol is a great way to experience untouched nature, spectacular Dolomite views and the joy of being active. Family-friendly snowshoe tours along gentle hillsides await holidaymakers, as do steep ascents to Alpine peaks or hikes to cosy mountain huts. Suggestions for the best snowshoe hikes in South Tyrol are available here.
With a view towards the Dolomites
Starting point: parking lot at Tesido above the Mudler mountain farm (1620m)
Distance: 6,1 km
Descent: circular hike
Walking time: 04:00 h
Difficulty: medium
Difference in altitude: 525 m
Information: also feasible with touring skis
Demanding snowshoe hike through till the Suis pass with a wonderful view of the snowy Prags/Braies and Toblach/Dobbiaco Dolomite peaks.
IMPORTANT: Before starting any ski tour/snowshoe excursion, you must check the weather conditions and danger avalanches report (https://avalanche.report), asking also experts (alpine guides etc.).
Panoramic snowshoe escursion over the Sarner Scharte peak to the Rittner Horn
The snowshoe hike in Obereggen with views of the impressive Latemar leads through snow-covered forests and gentle meadows. The destination of this easy hike is the “Häusler Sam” mountain hut, which invites you to take a leisurely break.
The snowshoe hike on the sunny side of Toblach/Dobbiaco offers a beatiful view over the Höhlensteintal/Landro valley and the Toblach/Dobbiaco lake.
IMPORTANT: Before starting any ski tour/snowshoe excursion, you must check the weather conditions and danger avalanches report (https://avalanche.report), asking also experts (alpine guides etc.).
Easy snow shoe tour, starting from Ristorante da Kathi/Gasthof Jaufen, across snow covered forests until the Cappella San Silvestro/Silvester Chapel (not visitable in winter).
Moderate snowshoe-hike amid the impressive snowy mountain scenery in the middle of the Cristallo-Group.
IMPORTANT: Before starting any ski tour/snowshoe excursion, you must check the weather conditions and danger avalanches report (https://avalanche.report), asking also experts (alpine guides etc.).
ALFARËI 1656 m – FURCELA DE LIJUN 2005 m – COL DAL LÈ 2178 m approx. 522 m | approx. 1 hour 40 Description: At Alfarëi, take the forest road marked 20B to Forcela de Lijun, then turn right in the direction of the Munt da Rina pastures and left at the crossing to get to the cross. Walk back along the same route.
Possibility to rental snowshoes in Antermoia and Picolin.
Starting from the idyllic sanctuary of Maria Weißenstein, this leisurely snowshoe hike takes you into the pristine winter landscape of the South Tyrolean Dolomites. The route initially leads through quiet, snow-covered high forests, whose mighty spruces and larches are cloaked in a white mantle. As you take deep breaths of the clear mountain air, all you can hear is the gentle crunching of snowshoes underfoot.
The deep snow-covered forests and paths on the Möltner Joch offer time and tranquillity to hike in unspoilt nature - a ramble through nature with overwhelming views.
Dear snowshoe hikers:
Because of their favourable location, negligible risk of avalanches and the large number of users the following hiking tips are suitable at all times. Please be careful after heavy fresh snowfall or in extreme weather. Always: Check the avalanche status report and the weather forecast. Unless the walks are circular walks, all descriptions are only for the outbound stretch.
Do not leave the paths. For the benefit of the wildlife that already struggles in winter, please avoid making loud noises.
If you are unsure of anything, please ask your host or Tourist Information.
Gentle family tour with refreshment stop ... easy, beautiful and with possible sightings of chamois. Refreshments Malga dei Dossi.
A relaxing snowshoe hike in the middle of the Drei Zinnen Nature Park with views of the magnificent mountains of the Sexten Dolomites.
The Innerfeldtal valley is the main recreational area for San Candido/Innichen and is definitely worth a trip. Especially in winter, it is an area with a peaceful atmosphere that is hard to find anywhere else. Using snowshoes is a great way to explore this valley, because then you can tread through deep, virgin snow.
Dear snowshoe hikers:
Because of their favourable location, negligible risk of avalanches and the large number of users the following hiking tips are suitable at all times. Please be careful after heavy fresh snowfall or in extreme weather. Always: Check the avalanche status report and the weather forecast. Unless the walks are circular walks, all descriptions are only for the outbound stretch.
Do not leave the paths. For the benefit of the wildlife that already struggles in winter, please avoid making loud noises.
If you are unsure of anything, please ask your host or Tourist Information.
Beautiful viewpoint high above Selva dei Molini at 1977 m, on the left side heading into the valley. Accessible by bus from the Sportplatz (playing fields) stop or the Fuchsfalle restaurant. Refreshments: Sportbar
A hike with a fantastic panorama and historical highlights. The tour starts below the sports field in Reschen/Resia. Follow the path signposted no. 2 in the direction of Plamort. Walk along the forest road for about an hour until you reach the plateau. Here you can explore the first bunkers, a complete defence system from the Second World War. If interested, follow the signs at the Oculus information board to the anti-tank barriers on the left hand side of the forest road. Alongside the anti-tank barriers to the east the path branches off to the south. A little further on, directly after the hill, a breath-taking panorama awaits you at the viewing rock. For the descent, not far from the panorama point, a narrower and steeper path no. 1A on the left leads back to Reschen.
Note: If the descent is too steep, follow the forest road instead and continue on the same route as on the ascent.
Discover the area of the Kondlwaal (wooden irrigation channel) and sunny Selva from Europe’s highest corn farm.
The snowshoe tour leads to Monte Piano, which is located in the Drei Zinnen/Tre Cime nature park.
During the First World War Austrians and Italians fought against each other at Monte Piano (2324 m). The North summit was occupied by the Austrians, the Southern main summit by the Italians.
IMPORTANT: Before starting any ski tour/snowshoe excursion, you must check the weather conditions and danger avalanches report (https://avalanche.report), asking also experts (alpine guides etc.).
This snowshoe hike lets you explore the beautiful landscape and offers a breathtaking 360° view. Immerse yourself in nature and enjoy the tranquility offered by the Resciesa Alp, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Puez - Odle Nature Park.
Signposted as „Sonnenrundweg“ trail (Sun Path), this simple 1 hr. 45 min. hiking circuit crossing over sunny slopes and through shady woods leads off the parking lot near the church. In winter the wooded sections are ideal for snowshoe hiking.
Refreshment stops: Various taverns in Stulles
The trail is not suitable for pushchairs.
Snowshoeing Hike from Lüsen Berg, starting from the parking Tulper on the forest aisle of the old ski lift, Rodenecker and Lüsner Almweg, Pianer Kreuz, Alpine Hut Roner Alm and Oberhauser, back to the parking
This snowshoe hike leads up to the Golfen/Monte Calvo, which offers a 360 ° panorama of the snow-covered Dolomite peaks in the south and the Alps in the north.
IMPORTANT: Before starting any ski tour/snowshoe excursion, you must check the weather conditions and danger avalanches report (https://avalanche.report), asking also experts (alpine guides etc.).
Tranquil low mountain hike – clockwise through meadows and woods of the Taistner Unterrain
Starting point: crossroad 100 m after the Hotel Alpen Tesitin in Taisten
Altitude difference: 260 m
Hiking time: 2 to 3 hours
Level of difficulty: easy and ideal terrain for snowshoe hiking
Important: Orientation in forest difficult when leaving marked path
Please note: this is only a snowshoe hike
Rest point: mountain restaurant Mudler Hof
Dear snowshoe hikers:
Because of their favourable location, negligible risk of avalanches and the large number of users the following hiking tips are suitable at all times. Please be careful after heavy fresh snowfall or in extreme weather. Always: Check the avalanche status report and the weather forecast. Unless the walks are circular walks, all descriptions are only for the outbound stretch.
Do not leave the paths. For the benefit of the wildlife that already struggles in winter, please avoid making loud noises.
If you are unsure of anything, please ask your host or Tourist Information.
Tour in a magical winter landscape in what is called the “battle zone”, the region where vegetation has to battle with the elements to stay alive and trees are often stunted. Lovely panoramic views. Refreshments: Roaners Bauernkuchl near the start.
Easy snowshoe hike from the Hotel Bad Bergfall in direction Inn Trattes.
We park in front of the Inn Bad Bergfall and start our walk along the brook on a forest road, signposted with the number 3, slightly uphill. After about half an hour we reach the sulfur source. We cross the brook, after a rocky bottleneck the path turns to the right and goes across fields to the mountain inn Trattes, which is located in a beautiful viewpoint not far from the road to the Furkelpass.
The way back is the same way.
Snowshoe tour: The “Gsieser Törl” – over centuries a strategic passage for man and beast: pilgrims, smugglers, pedlars, hunters, shepherds, as well as the odd lover…
Starting point: Head of the valley in St. Magdalena in the Gsieser Valley 1465 m
Descent: back via the ascent route, from Kradorfer Alm left turn is also possible
Hiking time: 2 ½ hours
Level of difficulty: moderate to difficult; technical difficulties are minor; but last part of the climb is steep
Altitude difference: 745 m
To complete your subscription, open the email we just sent you and click on the confirmation link.
Can’t find it? Check your spam folder too.
