Wandelen met kinderen in Zuid-Tirol

The Mountain Hut Hike is a special highlight of the Meran 2000 hiking area: the loop hike leads by picturesque mountain huts.

From the village center, proceed to the sculpture garden where you can view various fascinating sculptures made of different materials. You can then continue through the splendid natural landscape until you come to the Niedere-Höfe Trail. You will pass by the Perkeo Restaurant and then through the village back to the starting-point. This is an easy stroll through the romantic natural surroundings and culture of Buchholz.

Dear hiker, can i give you a hiking tip? The "Hirtensteig" themed path offers you an understanding of the herder's life, the livestock and the special features of one of the largest community alpine pasture systems in Europe not just today but also in the distant past at five stations along the trail. 

A special feature along this hike is certainly the historic Dickhof on the Naturnser Sonnenberg. It is considered to be one of the most beautiful mountain farms far away. In his old, rustic parlour
the traditional peasant dishes taste twice as good. In the summer months, the farmer's family also takes the Dicker Alpine pasture at 2,060 m.

With this interesting loop trail, you can discover the Bletterbach gorge from one of its most spectacular viewpoints and then continue to the summit of the Corno Bianco, from which you can admire an enchanting panorama over the entire Adige Valley and the sorrounding peaks.

Adventure Hiking for the whole family, suitable for buggies!
Walk suitable for children and buggies!

On May 30th 2014 the students of Flaas have inaugurated the Path of History. On the way between Lanzenschuster and Kampitell you can learn a lot about the history of Flaas. Old tecniques have been tried out and old barracks have been reconstructed.

The history trail was opened on May 30, 2014 by the elementary students of the small village Flaas.On the way between the mountain lodge Lanzenschuster and the parking lot Kampidell one learns a lot about the history of Flaas on the basis of different stations.Old techniques were tried, first huts were rebuilt .

route descripition:
Starting from the guesthouse Lanzenschuster, you follow hiking path n. 8 to the two farms Steger and Lueger, then by choosing path n. 5 you can return to Lanzenschuster.

This walk in the Monte Corno Natural Park provides you with the opportunity to admire unique landscapes and impressive mountain scenery. On a clear sunny day, you can make out the Palla Bianca, the Pennes Pass, the Mendola range of mountains and the Brenta Group.

Of volcanic eruptions and ice ages in Siusi

In addition to the new geological trail in Bad Ratzes, which is recommended for experienced hikers, the history of the earth and the Dolomites can now also be explored by young and old in a leisurely village walk through Siusi. The approximately 1 km long Geomile, starting and ending at the village square in Siusi, leads through exciting events in the history of the earth, which have had a formative influence on our present landscape and life in the Dolomites.

The circular trail leads through the village in a 30-minute journey through time, allowing visitors to experience the million-year-old history of the formation of the Sciliar.

Starting from the Plätzwiese highplateau car park, hike to the Bergasthaus Plätzwiese hut, turn left at the little church and follow hiking trail no. 40 until you reach the turn-off to the Dürrenstein/Picco di Vallandro. Turn right and the hiking trail nr. 40/A leads you directly to the Almhütte Plätzwiese hut.

Walking time: approx. 40 minutes

From Antholz Mittertal (sport area) > Eggerhöfe > turn left > foresty road n. 3/12. You will find the Klammbach waterfall below the Bergeralm.

Suitable for strollers at Tesido

Starting point: Tesido / Brückenwirt (1190m)
Distance: 1,5 km
Descent: circular hike
Walking time: 00:45 h
Difficulty: easy
Difference in altitude: 15 m
Information: www.suedtirolmobil.info - Lin. 441

This scenic path in the nearby district of Ortisei - the Anna valley - is recommended for people with impairments who want to enjoy the unspoilt nature.

Starting Point: Top station of the San Vigilio Chairlift (1,814 m)
Walking Time: 1 hour, 20 minutes
Distance: 3,790 m
Climb: 117 m
Route: 4 – 9 – 10 – 8

A pleasant family hike from Antholz Mittertal in the direction of Riederhof to the mill Burgegga and continue following the markings back to the village center of Antholz Mittertal.

This easy family hike leads on a flat and wide path to the Hirzerhütte Cabin. Beautifully located, the cabin is surrounded by alpine meadows and feature an incredible view over the Texel Range. As well as cows, alpacas also spend their summer here at the Hirzerhütte.

This ideal family hike leads along a comfortable forest path to the Messnerjoch hut,
from where you have a wonderful view of the surrounding mountain ranges. For the little ones there is a great children's playground and a petting zoo.

Splendid forest tour above Morter
The hike begins in the idyllic village of Morter near Laces. On the alternating wide forest roads and narrow paths you will reach the so-called "Broatraschgl", a wonderful vantage point, where you have a view over the entire Val Venosta Valley. A highlight is the good view of the Castle Ruins Untermontani and the castle Obermontani.

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.

The Castle trail „Castelronda“ is about 20 km long and connects the castles and ruins of Bolzano, San Genesio and Terlano: Castle Roncolo/Runkelstein, Castle Rafenstein, Castle Grifo/Greifenstein (vulg. also called Castello del Porco, which means „Pork Castle“), Ruin Helfenberg and Castle Neuhaus (also called Maultasch). The efforts of hikers will be fully satisfied with magnificent views over the most beautiful castles and ruins of the region, in the middle of the nature.

 Trilingual information pillars near the castles and ruins will inform your whole family of interesting history facts and entertaining tips.  

The hikes on the „Castelronda/Burgenweg“ trail are especialliy recommended in spring, autumn and winter.

This trail runs along both banks from the Gilf Gorge down to the point where the river enters the city. On the right bank, it connects directly with the path that leads to the Powder Tower and the Tappeiner Promenade; on the left, it joins with the Summer Promenade. Gilf Promenade is particularly intriguing for its subtropical vegetation. Its Walk of Poets also makes it the most romantic of Merano’s promenades: modern and contemporary love poetry is engraved onto a series of benches here.

Tschögglberg Hiking Area

The Tschögglberg is the mountain ridge of the Sarntal Alps from which there are wonderful views of Lana. The Salten plateau is situated on this imposing mountain range.

The Salten is distinguished by its relatively flat hiking trails, which invite visitors to enjoy leisurely walks in the broad meadows and forests of the plateau. A hike through the largest larch meadow in Europe also offers a wonderful insight into the legend-shrouded world of South Tyrol.

On the side of the path hikers and bikers can learn about the mystical figures that lived on the Salten plateau according to ancient tales.

Thanks to its location, the Tschögglberg offers a fantastic view of the Dolomites, the Etschtal Valley and Lake Kalterersee. The lovely hiking area can also be reached without a car. Cable cars run up to the Tschögglberg from the villages of Vilpiano and Postal. The wonderful hiking trails onto the plateau start from the mountain stations. 

The Tschögglberg is the perfect destination for leisurely walks, moderately difficult hikes and wonderful mountain bike rides with fantastic panoramic views. With the countless places to stop for refreshment, there is also plenty to tickle the taste buds.

The Peace Trail (Friedensweg) in Caldaro was created between 1995 and 2000 by an action group led by Georg Reider. It leads from the Sportzone St. Anton car park across the cultural and natural landscape through the Kardatschertal valley or the wild Rastenbachklamm gorge to St Peter’s Church in Castelvecchio/Altenburg.

Seven stations invite hikers and pilgrims to pause and reflect. Artists have interpreted the five themes of “Moderation, Wisdom, Justice, Belief and Hope,” artistically applying them to the environment. The sixth station (Courage) is the Rastenbachklamm gorge. The seventh, Love, is represented by the ruins of the early Christian St Peter’s Church in Castelvecchio, probably the oldest church ruins in Tyrol.

Sturdy footwear is recommended for the hike and sure-footedness is also essential in some places.

Round trip through the apple orchards of Partschins/Parcines with the whole family suitable for children and buggies!

At the cabin-railway mountain terminal called Valcroce - Kreuztal (2,050 metres), take the high road (path # 30) in a northerly direction, along the tree-growing limit to the Ochsenalm (2,085 metres, snack bar). Then ascend on foot path # 6 to the Plosescharte and along the ridge to the Leonhard Cross. Walk along a small path on the ridge to the telegraph Plose summit (2,486 metres, panoramic views) and from there in a southerly direction to the Plose Hut (2,446 metres, snack bar). Descend on path # 7 to Kreuztal.

The Castelfeder hill is an ancient cultural landscape with settlement remains dating back to the Stone Age and Bronze Age. The remains of the castle complex, the legendary “slide of fertility” and the Santa Barbara chapel walls are testament to its mystical past. The area is of particular importance not only from an archaeological and historical perspective but also from an ecological point of view as for years it has enjoyed the status of being a protected natural habitat (biotope).

The Knottnkino (Knott meaning rock, kino meaning cinema) is one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Vöran/Verano and is located upon the Rotstein Knott mountain. In the seats made from steel and chestnut wood designed and positioned by the artist Franz Messner from Ritten/Renon, one can enjoy unique views of the Texelgrupperange all the way to Penegal mountain and the Weißhorn peak, as though sitting comfortably in a cinema. But the film is always changing in the Knottnkino: daily, hourly, with the time of day and the changing of the season, with the climate and weather, there is always something new to see...

One of the most beautiful stages of the European long-distance hiking trail E5 runs across the Meraner Land, over the altopiano del salto to Bozen. The section between Hafling, Vöran, Mölten, Jenesien at about 2000 meters above sea level offers wonderful long-distance views over the Dolomites, the Texel Group and the Sarntal. The altopiano del salto sections are classified as non-dangerous and accessible all year round. Entry possibilities in Mölten, at the pascolo and at the altopiano del salto.

The Pinot Noir walkway leads through the Pinot Nor growing area along the Trudner Horn/Monte Corno Nature Park and the characteristic villages of Auer/Ora, Montan/Montagna and Neumarkt/Egna. The Pinot Noir growing area in Montan and Mazon/Mazzon is one of the most famous in Italy. Furthermore you walk through several monuments and historical places. The walkway is family-friendly and not dangerous.

Easy family hike to various huts in Obereggen with many possibilities for refreshments - suitable for prams.