Themed Hikes across South Tyrol

The hike leads from Terlan via Neuhaus Castle up to the hamlet of Montigl. From the “Moarhof” farm a very steep path leads up to the Helfenberg ruins. From here you go back to Terlan via the same route. Or as an alternative for sure-footed and experienced hikes: path 9 A and path 11 A down to Siebeneich. From there you can take the bus back to Terlan.

Directed to the mountain church of S. Vigilius, the faith trail consists of six stations where we can meditate on the values and issues of life. The faith trail is the bearer of a universal message and is an invitation to discover and strenghten our faith. We travel the paths of our lives searching and believing. May this trail sustain us in this journey of discovery and of belief. P. Peter Unterhofer.

10 meditational spots are found along the side of the path until we reach the "Franziskus and Klara" chapel. By entering the symbolic gate near the car park you enter a new world. Furthermore, those who hike this path in silence will have a rich experience. The chapel is open day and night. The Liturgy of the Word (religious readings) can be celebrated by groups without asking beforehand. Any plan to celebrate the Eucharist (communion) should be reported to the "service for youth organisation", tel. + 39 0474 678119 or the priest´s office Taufers, tel. +39 0474 678060

On the educationally valuable adventure trail on which visitors gain diverse insights into the forest ecosystem and information about the animal and plant world on various information boards! The forest experience trail conveys the topic of forest and wood in a playful and experience-oriented way. The Forest Adventure Trail is a circular hiking trail with a fantastic view of the Texel Group Nature Park and is particularly suitable for families with children.
Walk suitable for children and buggies!

Hiking along old irrigation channels is one of the favorite Sunday activities of South Tyroleans - hardly surprising, because these walks are easy and you can take them with the whole family. One of the most beautiful is the Senales irrigation channel path!

Experience close up the roaring cascade on the natural new created path! A pleasant hiking tour for the whole family. From the Obertal in Jaufental walk on the pasture road respectively the new created hiking trail towards the mountain pasture Bergalm. Along the path cross the Gurgl cascade, which rushes imposingly over rocky territories and pulverizes the water-molecule. Reached the Ontratt valley, the smooth mountain stream induces to a natural Kneipp adventure.

Alternative: from Mittertal on the panoramic path towards the valley.

Hike to the beautiful St. Jakob's Church in Grissiano with his pictures from the beginning of the XIII century.

Attention: the path is not cleared in winter and can be icy in places. Always wear good shoes!

The cable car Ratschings-Jaufen takes you from Bichl to the mountain station. From there you can hike along the Ratschinger Almenweg to the mountain pasture Wasserfalleralm.

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.

Easy circular route on the trail of winegrowing in Dorf Tirol/Tirolo. This leisurely walk through the vineyards above the roofs of Meran/Merano starts at the tourist information office. 

This scenic, bracing walk above Vahrn/Varna takes you through woods and meadows to the ruins of the old Fortress of Salern, established by the prince-bishops of Brixen/Bressanone as seat of their court. With its splendid view of the Brixen basin, this is the northernmost chestnut forest in South Tyrol.

Pleasant, approximately two hour-long hike with wonderful views of the spa town of Meran/Merano.

The Glacier Trail begins at the parking area near the Enzianhütte at the end of Val Martello. It is divided into 9 sections and can cope in a circular route of about 10 kilometers and an overcoming of 600 meters. The hike is divided into stages and can be shortened or committed in a different order. All in all the tour takes 4 hours.

Stage 1: From the parking area to the Zufallhütte - 30 Minutes
Stage 2: From the Zufallhütte to the Plima wall - 15 minutes
Stage 3: From the Plima wall to the waterfall - 30 Minutes
Stage 4: Rise to Talschwelle - 30 Minutes
Stage 5: To the glacier front of the High Ferners - 30 Minutes
Stage 6: From the glacier front to the left moraine - 15 minutes
Stage 7: From the moraine to Martell Hut - 15 minutes
Stage 8: From the Martell Hut back to the Plima wall - 30 Minutes
Stage 9: From the Plima wall to the ex Hotel Paradiso - 30 Minutes

From the hiking starting point in Truden  (visit center Nature parc) you hike up through the village towards the village entrance. From there, follow trail no.5, then Sagenweg (no.8) to the picturesque Rungganöhof, continue there, always following trail 5. You will pass the Pinterschupfe, Peraschupf and Riegenschupfe (all not managed) to the Langes Moos biotope . From here via path No. 9 you arrive to the Krabes Alm (1,540 m, managed during summer). From there follow path no. 6 and then 5 directly to the hiking starting point in Altrei. It's possible return from this point to Truden with the pubblic transport.

The Wasserbühel Rundweg circuit trail in the wonderfully located village of Laion at the entrance to Val Gardena valley is a short walk to archeological findings at the ancient settelments at the Wasserbühel hill. Wasserbühel lies to the north-west of the village and is the perfect place to relax and enjoy its magnificent views.

From Antholz Mittertal (sport area) > Eggerhöfe > at the bridge continue along the creek Egger to the waterfall.

Built: 1820
Refreshments: Ulfaser Alm mountain hut, Waalerhütte mountain hut
Due to altitude this hiking trail is not recommended until early summer.

The Wipptal bee trail is a convenient and easy walk for the whole family. What is the difference between a queen and a drone? Why are bees indispensable for the cultural landscape? Is it true that the bees are flyign a distance of 150,000 kilometers for 1 kg of honey? These and many more questions are answered along the trail. Best suited for strollers.

Lunch possibilities: Gasthof Post, Restaurant Bircher.

A beautiful rumbling tour with magnificent panoramic views of the lake Reschensee.

From Antholz Mittertal (sports area) > farm Eggerhöfe > at the bridge starts the trail to the Egger waterfall > back to the farm Egger > path n. 3 to the Klammbach waterfall > on the same way back to the starting point

“Good wine begins in the vineyard” – an oft-quoted maxim whose truth is unchallenged.

Why this is so and what happens in the vineyard is clearly described along the Castel Sallegg wine trail in Caldaro. Panels located in the midst of the vine rows explain all about Alto Adige’s grape varieties and their characteristics, relate the annual vegetation cycle of the vines and tell the history of winegrowing. Those wishing to learn more will find plenty of information about the local climate, geography and terroir. To round off the trail, visitors can visit the cellar and enjoy a wine-tasting session, thus completing the path from the vine via the barrel and into the bottle.

The starting point of the trail, which is some 350 metres long, is the Rottenburger Platz in the centre of Caldaro. From there it leads up through the vineyard to the inner courtyard of Castel Sallegg. Visitors can follow the trail alone or take part in an individual or a group guided tour: either way you can be sure of acquiring an informative insight into the traditional viticulture of Alto Adige.

Route: Rottenburger Platz (centre of Caldaro) to Castel Sallegg (30 minutes on foot).
Opening times: mid-March to mid-November (guided tours only during the ripening season).
Price: unaccompanied visits are free of charge: guided tours are €9.50 or €16.00 including cellar tour and wine tasting.
Guided tours: from 1 April to the end of October, followed by cellar visit (except during harvest time) and wine tasting. Guided tours followed by wine tasting can be organized for small and big groups.

The Norggensteig Trail in Passeiertal Valley leads to a storybook world. The theme trail starts from the Sandhof farmstead (inn and Museum.Passeier), following the Gandöllenweg Trail along the Passer River and through a biotope to Auerbrücke bridge. Across the bridge and past a water wheel there’s an uphill hike to the Auerhof inn. En route, it’s worth stopping to take a look at the roadside shrine. After passing the farm, the trail leads through the woods where a lookout point yields magnificent views of San Leonardo and its surroundings. The forest trail continues into a small clearing with depictions of local fables and legends, as well as a gaming table, swings and a wooden picnic table. Passing a cave and a forest hut on the ascent through the Norggental Valley, the trail leads through a tangled forest road to the Waldfrüchte Station. Ahead lies a downhill stretch over the grass down to the water station. Continuing downhill on the tar road then on a narrow path, until the Enerpass electric power station where one can pause and contemplate the nearby apiculture and fishing theme trail. The return to the starting point is along the Passer River towards San Leonardo or on the Gandöllenweg trail.

The trail is not suitable for pushchairs.

The "Sunday Walk" is an inspirational journey from Feldthurns to Schnauders. It is an invitation to reflect on the offerings and occupations of Sunday.

The cable car Ratschings-Jaufen takes you from Bichl/Colle to the mountain station. From there you hike along the Ratschinger Almenweg to the mountain pasture Rinneralm. Alternative: visit the Mountain Adventure World Racines

Earth’s history up close: The Geotrail in Puflatsch offers a fascinating insight into bygone days and the 252 million years of history of the Dolomites, the UNESCO World Natural Heritage. This leisurely route leads along the northerly slope of the Puflatsch and the Panider Sattel to Pufels and back again. Amateur geologists of all ages will be in their element: traces of long-gone prehistoric creatures, segmentations of earth layers and the stratification of earth mass up to the formation of the landscape as we know it today. The route also offers breath-taking views of the surrounding Dolomite panorama and the Gröden Valley. Visitors can learn about the fascinating development of the Dolomites from the information boards along the way and follow the spirit of exploration themselves.

Hiking & "törggelen": This ancient South Tyrolean custom alone is worth a trip. From October to the beginning of the Advent season, you meet the "törggelen" in the Renon inns and taverns with young wine, sweet cider and hearty delicacies. When the chestnuts are roasted over the "Keschtnfeuer", you feel as if you have travelled back in time. One-time quaint!

This hiking path goes through fabulous beech groves and pictorial forests.