Randonnées hivernales dans le Sud-Tyrol

The panoramic street of the Val Casies Valley

Starting point: Val Casies Valley / S. Maddalena head of the valley (1465m)
Distance: 16,5 km
Descent: using public transport
Walking time: 05:00 h
Difficulty: easy
Difference in altitude: 200 m
Tobboganing possibility: no
Information: Depending on weather conditions: with freshly fallen snow only accessible with snow shoes.

Easy and interesting walk with many views from Tisens/Tesimo and Prissian/Prissiano. Suitable for push chairs, section illuminated at night.

Easy excursion along the river Rienz, slight ascent from "Neunhäusern" until Aufkirchen, descent to Dobbiaco and return to Villabassa on asfalt road.

This roundtrack offers a beatiful view over Dobbiaco/Toblach and the Valle di Landro/Höhlensteintal.
(Be careful: Some sections could be icy!)

Short hike at the head of the valley

Starting point: Val Casies Valley / S. Maddalena head of the valley (1465m)
Distance: 2 km
Descent: circular hike
Walking time: 00:40 h
Difficulty: easy
Difference in altitude: 80 m Tobboganing possibility: no

Easy and eventful hike through orchards and forest, largely suitable for prams in winter. The path is mostly cleared in winter.

Idyllic winter circular hike above Moso, with lovely views and a cosy place to stop for refreshments.

This easy circular hike between La Villa and Badia goes just a short distance along the floor of the valley, partly through meadows, partly through woodland, from farm to farm, with little variation in altitude and lovely views of the beautiful "viles" of Alta Badia.

The "viles" are settlements that were built in the form of a circle so that each settlement was surrounded by its farmland.

Short hike at S. Martino

Starting point: Val Casies Valley / San Martino tourist information office (1276m)
Distance: 4 km
Descent: circular hike
Duration: 01:30 h
Difficulty: easy
Difference in altitude: 50 m
Tobogganing possibility: no

The easy winter walk takes around the idyllic lake of Dobbiaco/Toblach.

A nature trail around the lake with 11 stations provides valuable information on the vegetation, wildlife and geomorphology of the area. 

Further information to the water treasures of Dobbiaco: 
https://www.drei-zinnen.info/en/dobbiaco/dobbiaco/experiencing-dobbiaco/lago-di-dobbiaco-lago-di-landro-and-dobbiaco-water-treasures.html

Hiking and sledding fun at “Hubi”

Starting point: a) Val Casies Valley / S. Maddalena head of the valley (1465m) b) Val Casies Valley / S. Maddalena “Huiben” cottages Distance: a) 3,3 km b) 3,8 km Descent: along the ascending route Walking time: a) 01:30 - 02:00 h b) 01:15 h – 01:30 h Difficulty: a) medium b) easy Difference in altitude: a) 485 m b) 410 m Tobboganing possibility: yes / medium difficulty Information: also feasible with snowshoes or touring skis | Tip: Snowshoe hike from Calsale "Huben (limited parking available) along Pfinn stream possible (01:00 h)

Experience a scenic loop through Valser Valley– an easy hike to enjoy the wintery valley landscape and surrounding nature. Perfect for a short walk with beautiful views.

The Lazinser Alm is located at the end of the Pfelderertal valley at the foot of the Hohe Wilde mountain. The Lazinser Alm is a favourite hiking goal for young and old, with a wonderful location that has been left natural but is still easy to reach. The Lazinser Alm is more of a stately house than a mountain hut, where one can enjoy the summer days outdoors on their large veranda. Like at the Timmelsalm mountain hut, numerous cattle graze the pastures of the Lazinser Alm.
Difficulty: a problem-free hike in every aspect, suitable even for weaker hikers or children. Walking time from Pfelders/Plan, approx. 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Source: Alpine farm hikes in Passeiertal valley.

If you want your winter holiday in South Tyrol to be a different experience then you are in the right place in Klausen, Feldthurns, Barbian and Villanders. You will holiday in peaceful villages in the southern Eisack valley.

A good alp-round-tour with nice huts and lookouts in a snowy landscape.

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

Itinerary from Schmiederalm to Schönrastalm, Neuhütt further to Kösertal and Schmiederalm.

This circular hike in Badia takes visitors into the very heart of the unique natural landscape of the Armentara meadows.
You cross snow-covered meadows in an incredible beauty. Above the tree line extend the alpine pastures, testimony to the work of man. Farmers here have shaped the landscape while still maintaining its equilibrium.

The Dolomites, with the mountains of Sas dla Crusc on one side and the Pütia on the other one, provide the frame for the snow-covered meadows, old barns and farmsteads with the gardens of the 'viles', the traditional rural settlements in the oldest part of La Val. During this simple walk through the old farmsteads of the village, you will feel enveloped by the still living tradition and culture of the village. In addition, on your way you will see the little church of St. Barbara, the symbol of the village, and the bell tower of the old church of La Val.

Along the trail, there are two agritourisms, 'Ciablun' and 'Lüch de Survisc', where you can stop to savour the authentic and genuine dishes of the Ladin cuisine.

Towards the Dolomites

Starting point: Tesido - tourist office (1206m)
Distance: 3,5 km
Descent: along the ascending route
Duration: 01:00 h
Difficulty: easy
Difference in altitude: 171 m
Possibility of sledding: no

A wonderful, easy winter hike with a lovely mountain hut to stop at for refreshments.

Easy but eventful hike with beatuiful views above Tesimo/Tisens.

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

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

Looking to fill your lungs with wonderfully pure air amidst wild and romantic scenery? You’ve come to the right place! This circular Alpine pasture hike in the heart of Stilfserjoch National Park starts at the “Fragges” wildlife reserve, leading through forests and Alpine meadows to the Prader Alm Alpine farm and the Furkelhütte mountain hut. In the untamed surroundings of Stilfserjoch National Park, quiet hikers have every chance of experiencing the local wildlife.

Excursion on the sunny side of the valley

Starting point: Val Casies / Colle parish church (1260m)
Distance: 5 km
Descent: Circular route
Walking time: 01:30 h
Difficulty: easy
Difference in altitude: 120 m
Tobogganing possibility: no

Circular hike at S. Martino

Starting point: Val Casies Valley / San Martino tourist information office (1276m)
Distance: 2,7 km
Descent: circular hike
Walking time: 00:45 h
Difficulty: facile
Difference in altitude: 30 m
Tobogganing possibility: no