Hiking trails in Sterzing/Vipiteno and environs

The starting point for this hike is the valley head of Ridnaun/Ridanna. Follow the trail no. 28 over a wide path, past the ore processing facility of the mine. The signs to the Stadlalm lead through the beautiful forest of the Lazzacher valley. At the fork turn right to the mountain pasture Stadlalm.
Alternative 1: reachable also over the nature trail of the Mining Museum.
Alternative 2: circuit cross the panoramic platform Hoher Nock with a 360° panorama view

The hiking tour to the mountain pasture Outer Wumblsalm (no service!) starts in Ratschings/Racines about 800 meters towards Bichl/Colle. There is a crossway, where a road branches off on the right side to the guesthouse Seeberhof. On the left side branches off the path no. 15 to the Outer Wumblsalm. Alternative: reachable also by using the cable car Ratschings-Jaufen across the Ratschinger Almenweg.

Starting from Innerratsching/Racines di Dentro, shortly after the farm “Pulvererhof” behind the Hotel Larchhof, follow the path no. 10, which leads over a bridge and then continue on a bit steeper path until you reach a tree line. Continue towards the mountain pasture Inner Wumblsalm. Alternative: reachable also by using the cable car Ratschings-Jaufen along the Ratschinger Almenweg.
No service!

By car, it is best reached over Valgenäun to Niederflans (1.289m) and then forward on unpaved and not locked road to the Flaner Säge at the Senges valley; there you find a little natural park area (1.390m). From there continue on a forest path (no. 2A and 2) to the end of the valley and after a left bend upwards to the mountain pasture Simile-Mahd-Alm. Alternative: also reachable over the Pfunderer Höhenweg.
Tip: grey cheese and alpine butter

The circular hike starts at Ibsenplatz in Gossensass. Begin by walking along the Silbergasse, then continue through the Mooshöfe and follow the valleyline to Ladurns. Once in Ladurns, follow the groomed winter hiking trail behind the Hotel Alpin towards St. Anton.

In St. Anton, enjoy the winter landscape and continue back towards Außerpflersch. Once in Außerpflersch, turn right at the railway underpass and follow the lakeside promenade back to your starting point at Ibsenplatz.

The total walking time for the entire loop is about 4 hours. The Hotels Alpin and Bergkristall in Ladurns offer a great place to rest along the way.

Alternatively, you can take the bus line 313 back to Gossensass.

This hike is perfect for families and anyone who wants to enjoy the winter scenery on a relaxed walk.

Following the access road at the mountain station and trail no. 34 along the forest road to the wide slopes andon trail no. 34 to the valley station.

The hiking tour starts in Gasse in Ridnaun/Ridanna. You can also take the car and drive on for about 15 minutes. Turn left towards “Entholz” and at the sign to the Valtiglalm drive on about 2 kilometers until you reach a wooden bridge, where you can park your car. Then follow the path no. 26 upwards to the mountain pasture Valtiglalm.

The trails starts by the Ladurns mountain station and goes to the Edelweisshütte alpine hut. Right on to the "Teisljöchl" and here turn right on mark 35. After a few minutes you will arrive to the Dolomieu trail. Follow the trail passing the Toffring Meadows until the Allriss mountain hut. Further on descend on trail 27 to the valley bottom to S. Antonio/St .Anton. Return to the valley station with pubblic bus (313).

The Rosskopf cable car (valley station near the north park in Vipiteno) takes you to the mountain Rosskopf Monte Cavallo. Leave the mountain station on your right and follow the marked trail “Vallminger Almen”. Alternative: by foot to the Rosskopf Monte Cavallo: starting from the valley station of the Rosskopf Monte Cavallo cable car and follow the paths no. 19 or no. 23 through a shady forest over serpentines. Then continue to the mountain station and finally follow the marked trail “Vallminger Almen”.
Tip: alpine butter and cheese

The trail starts by the mountain station and goes in direction Edelweißhütte mountain hut. Just before the hut tunr left on the steep trail (34) and along the scree upwards to the Lotterscharte joke (2258m). Afterwards moderate descend to the Vallming alpine village. Return to the starting point along the Dolomieu trail.

This hike starts at the hamlet “Gasse” just before Ridnaun/Ridanna. Follow the signpost “Mareiter Stein” southwards along the asphalted road. Go past the group of farmhouses Entholz/Masi di Ento. From Entholz/Ento you go into the forest, turn right at a small stream and follow path no. 24 to a fork, where following the path no. 25B you reach the mountain pasture Kerschbaumeralm.
Alternative: reachable also starting from Pratone along the asphalted road and the gravel path.

Nice tour from the the characteristic village Mules/Mauls over Flains hamlet to the Planer Alm, a typical mountain pasture.

Starting point: head valley Ridnaun/Val Ridanna - Maiern/Masseria (1.417m)
Start at the gate and follow the asphalted road uphill, very steep at first, then a little flatter after 800m. At the bridge we turn left and follow the signposts to the mountain pasture Moarerbergalm. After the Poschhaus ruin we turn off to the right and hike approx. 200m to the mountain pasture Moarerbergalm.
Alternative: reachable by using the bus of the Mining Museum, registration required (Tel. +39 0472 756729)

The mountain pastures tour starts at the fire station of Obertelfes/Telves di Sopra. From there follow the path no. 5 for about 1,5h upwards to the mountain pasture Freundalm.
Alternative: reachable also by using the cable car Rosskopf/Monte Cavallo

Starting point: Prati (948m). From the castle Moos (Trautson street) follow the signpost no. 24 and walk towards Flains. Before reaching the hamlet turn right across the marked forest path no. 25A uphill to the “Klauserhof”. Across another forest path you reach a road, which leads to the snack station Braunhof. Alternative: different possibilities, f.e. the marked trail no. 25 or 3
Tip: “Blattler mit Kraut”, children’s playground, accessibly by car.

Circular hiking tour along the Ladurns lake with panorama view to the Weißwand and Tribulaun summits.

The trail starts by the mountain station and goes in direction Edelweißhütte mountain hut. Just before the hut tunr left on the steep trail (34) and along the scree upwards to the Lotterscharte joke (2258m). Afterwards on trail 24 to the Ochsenschatre joke and furtheron over the ridge to the Rosskopf summit (2189m). Descend to the Rosskopf mountain station. Return to Ladurns with pubblic bus (313).

Starting point: Ridnaun/Ridanna -  Maiern/Masseria (1.370m). Take the same route to the mountain pasture Martalm and then follow the marking no. 30  to the mountain pasture Staudenbergalm.
Alternative: starting point Bergl (1.560m) to the Martalm and further on follow path no. 30.

Ideal for those who do not like long hikes! Continue on the road Jaufenstraße with direction Jaufenpass by car or hiking shuttle. 2 km before the pass Jaufenpass a small road branches from the main road- well marked with "Kalcheralm". Right at the entrance is a large parking lot. From there it is only about 45 minutes to the pasture. 
Tip: On the occasion you can also drive up to the alpine pass Jaufenpass and enjoy the magnificent panorama over the Passeiertal!
Alternative: Take the mountain railway in Innerratschings, from there follow the sign Kalcheralm.

Starting by the Rosskopf mountain station on the right side along mark 19 to the biotope.

Start by the Ladurns mountain station and following the forestal road (mark 34) and further on the mule track to the valley bottom and on the promenade to the Colle Isarco/Gossensass center.

Starting point: Mittertal/Val di Mezzo, Jaufental/Val Giovo (1.150m)
From Mittertal you start on trail no. 13 in the direction of the Sennerberg valley and continue along the trail to the mountain pasture Bärnfiechtalm.

The Ladurns alpine area offers various beauties for its tranquility. You will arrive to the mountain hut Ladurnerhütte/Malga Ladurns on trail 34, which starts near the Ladurns valley station. Refreshments: Ladurnerhütte/Malga Ladurns.

The hike to the mountain hut Ladurnerhütte takes you through a breathtaking mountain landscape, inviting relaxation with its tranquility and seclusion, while the cozy hut with its warm atmosphere and stunning panoramic view offers the perfect place to unwind after your hike.

Variant 1:
Start your adventure directly at the valley station in Ladurns. From there, the steep trail 34 takes you through the forest and along the slopes up to the hut Ladurnerhütte. Once there, you can enjoy the sun on the spacious terrace and relax with a delicious traditional dish.

Variant 2:
If you prefer a more calm tour, you can take the cabin lift from Ladurns and reach the top comfortably. From the mountain station, it's just a few more meters to the hut Ladurnerhütte, where you can relax in an idyllic setting.

From Gasse in Ridnaun/Ridanna turn left in direction “Entholz”. At the sign to the upper Gewingesalm drive on about 2 kilometers to a wooden bridge and further on to the Steinhöfen, where you can park your car. From here further on, first along a forest path until you reach a forest clearing, from where you hike left on a forest path a bit steeper uphill to mountain meadows. From there follow a forest path to the mountain hut Zunderspitzhütte and after about 20 minutes you reach the upper Gewingesalm.
Alternative 1: starting from Maiern/Masseria behind the Hotel Schneeberg – walking time 2h. Alternative 2: starting from Ried at the fire station – park area Gewingeshof – walking time 2,5h.

Starting point: mountain station Ladurns (1.713m)
From the mountain station of the cable car Ladurns a path leads slightly ascending past the pasture village Ladurns with the farmed mountain hut Ladurnerhütte across the so-called “Mahder” to the mountain hut Edelweißhütte/Rifugio Stella Alpina. On the right there is an alp crucifix and behind it is located a little fishpond. There you can see a rock formation - the huge alpine massif of the summit Tribulaun. Although it is 3.100 high, it overshadows the remaining summits. Tip: delicious apple pie

Looking for an hike with breathtaking views and a cozy stop? Then the trail from the Ladurns mountain station (1,713 m) to the Edelweisshütte is perfect. The trail takes you past the Ladurns mountain village and the Ladurnerhütte hut. From there, continue across the "Mahder" to the Edelweisshütte, which you can already see from afar. Along the way, you'll enjoy spectacular views of the impressive Pflerscher Tribulaun rock mass, which towers over the surrounding mountains.

At the Edelweisshütte, you can take a break and admire the mountain cross and a small fish pond. Additionally, there's an opportunity to fish in the lake – the freshly caught fish will be prepared for you right on site by chef Luis. A special tip: enjoy the delicious apple strudel at the hut, which will perfectly round off your outing.

A narrow rocky gorge, thundering water, and a breathtaking view – the “Hölle” - the hell waterfall is an impressive natural spectacle you definitely shouldn’t miss. The water plunges about 46 metres down a steep rock face, creating a scene that is both powerful and mesmerizing.

The waterfall is also known as a weather oracle: in good weather, fine spray rises and glistens in the sunlight, resembling smoke – that's when “Hell smokes.” On cloudy or rainy days, the effect disappears, giving the waterfall its reputation as a natural weather indicator.

Your short hike to the “Hölle” begins conveniently at the parking area in Stein/Innerpflersch. First, you follow a paved road that soon becomes a well-maintained forest path. This peaceful walk through nature already makes the approach a special experience. After a while, you’ll reach a viewing platform offering an impressive first look at the waterfall.

But your journey doesn’t end there: a narrow trail leads you to a stunning viewpoint, where you can enjoy not only the full beauty of the waterfall but also sweeping views of parts of the Pflersch Valley. On sunny days especially, it’s worth pausing here to soak in the serenity and raw power of this unique spot.

By the mountain station following the Dolomieu trail in direction valley and. By the deepes Point of the valley "Toffringtal" right away on the "Sogeweg" trail to the "Bichl" farms and further on mark 34 to the valley station.