Hardlooproutes door Zuid-Tirol

Running tour through Bolzano. You start in the old town in piazza Walther. Running along the antique via della Mostra you arrive to the fruit and vegetable market and turn left into via della Mostra. Cross the bridge ponte Talvera and run along the wide promanade beside the Talvera river. When you reach via Cadorna, cross the street and run along via Guncina. After 250 m turn left into via Montello and at the second crossing take the street on your right. Turn left again into via Fago to reach via Michael Pacher, where the run ends. 

Here is the starting point of the Guncina Promenade, but you can run back to the old town also along Corso Libertà passing the Monument of Victory. 

 

From our starting point at Passo Oclini, the Stone Stairway running trail (S2) leads uphill through the grassy ground. At the end of this section, the trail follows a root-covered path towards the north-east. Then, the trail continues at a constant altitude level, until reaching a short downhill section. The final part of the trail leads along forest paths and roads, returning to the starting point.

Besides spectacular views to the Schlern, the tour offers a lot of variety: gravel, mountain trails and footbridges.

Easy stroll around Lake Caldaro. Gentle incline. If you wish to avoid one of the uphill climbs, we recommend you start the circular trail heading towards the south. However, nothing stops you from heading in the opposite direction. Tip: The straight stretch in the southern part of the excursion is ideal for interval running or sprints. We recommend you take this excursion during the morning.

Starting from the Schermoos parkplace, follow trail no. 7 and then the E5 european long-distance trail to reach the Edelweiss restaurant. Come back to your place of departure walking back on the same trail. Duration of the excursion: 2 hours and 40 minutes - Drop/rise: 290 m

Route: Kuppelwies - St. Gertraud - Kuppelwies
(Subject to modifications!)

The 1,6 km long Alpine-Well-Fit-Parcour is composed of four stations with suggestions of stretching exercises, mobilization, strengthening- and relaxation exercises, all to help improve your well-being. The parkour runs from the original “well-fit” route between Plaus and Naturno along the bottom of Monte Tramontana. Starting point is at the “Gröbenweg” in Plaus.

The widely popular trail leads on a shady forest path with views onto the Schlern and Eisack valley through the Laranz forest.

This moderately difficult running route starts near the valley station of the Taser cable car and runs 4,5 kilometers along the Schenner Waalweg and the orchards back to the starting point.

The 1.1 km long running course from Ortisei to the Annatal coffee/restaurant offers a scenic highlight. This beautiful course, which leads mainly through the forest, is not only suitable for beginners but also for advanced runners.

The round of the Reschensee is a special experience for hikers and runners. The wonderful views of the Ortler is unique. The tower in the lake completes the picture. He is the last witness of the sunken village of Graun which can live the story.

This challenging speed hiking route starts at the valley station of the Taser cable car and runs partly steeply through the forest for about 3 kilometers to the mountain station of the Taser cable car.

This medium-length route is particularly challenging. It leads you along the Moosbühel, through the woods heading north towards Kastelruth. Underfoot, the terrain varies between gravel, asphalt and wood trails.

Route: Kuppelwies - St. Walburg - Kuppelwies

The track runs partly through the forest along rorest roads, which are closed to motor traffic and finally reaching a breathtaking spot where the forest clears and reveals a wonderful panorama of the entire Alpe di Siusi.

The Resciesa area offers three different running routes with a central starting point at the mountain station of the Resciesa funicular. This circular route invites you to discover the surroundings of the area in a sporty and above all healthy way.

Running on the Brandis-Waalweg trail. A cozy and level walking and running path. The irrigation channel starts at the Gampenstreet, branching off from the sidewalk to the left (towards Lana Gampenpass), and leads to the monastery Lanegg and St. Margaret Church over to the waterfall above the golf course.

From Selva, we run to the parking area in Vallunga and from there past the path no. 14 to the St. Sylvester chapel, and then on through a forest of larches and Swiss stone pines, where we slowly gain elevation and can enjoy the unique panorama of the surrounding Puez-Geisler Nature Park. The valley ends in a large, flat meadow (Pra da Rì), which serves as the turning point of our route.

Shorter Variant: We run to the St. Sylvester chapel and then turn left there at the way of the cross (path no. 26), follow this and then run over Daunei back to Selva.

After Ponte Talvera / Talferbrücke, walk direction Gries district and reach the beginning of the Guncina Promenade; the meandering promenade climbs pleasantly among magnificent Mediterranean plants and offers enchanting panoramic views of the entire city. At the end of the walk, cross the San Genesio / Jenesien road very carefully and, having reached the highest point of the route, continue along the Rio Fago Promenade admiring the spectacular waterfall; descend towards Bolzano and return to the starting point along the Talvera Promenade.

The Prösels Run leads over medium-length stretches of gravel and asphalt in a steady series of ups and downs in the beautiful countryside leading towards Prösels.

From the parking lot of the Hirzer cable car station in Saltaus, the way leads down to the Passer causeway and continues to the Torgglerhof Apple Hotel. From there, the trail alongside the old irrigation channel leads up to Schenna – or, after the Waaler hut, in the direction of Riffian and Meran. After about 1.5 hours you reach Meran, from where you can easily take the bus back to Saltaus. Total length: 10 km

The trails combines the nordic walking routes in the valley with the jogging routes on Monte Sole. It starts near Nischlhof holiday apartment rental and follows the “Kirchgraben” towards the Castel “Engelsburg”. Then it runs along the “Alter Kirchgraben” uphill all the way to the hut “Höfl” and finally the mountain station of the cable car “Unterstell” on 1.300 m altitude. With the cable car one reaches the valley again. Length: 3,6 km, altitude at starting point: 582, difference in altitude: 717

If you want to engage in a real Sky Run, there’s an additional route that runs all the way up to the 2,951 m top of Kirchbachspitze. The trail starts at the Unterstell inn along route No 10a to Linthof inn on the Merano High Mountain Trail; from there it proceeds on trail no. 10 towards Dickhof inn, the Dicker Alm and the Obere Moaralm mountain huts. Then it follows routes no. 9 and no. 10A leading up to the top of the Kirchbachspitze. This involves an additional running distance of 8.6 km and difference in altitude of 1,677 m. The last part, below the peak, is very tricky and affords hiking experience.

This moderately challenging, partly steep running route starts at the Taser cable car valley station and extends for 3 kilometers along the Ifinger Straße and Verdinser Straße for returning to the starting point.

The Puez circuit is an absolute treat for those who love long trail runs in alpine terrain. We go right at the entrance to the Vallunga, taking the path no. 12 through the Chedul Valley to Creispëina Pass. From the beginning, it’s quite steep, partially in steps, until the valley begins to open and becomes gentler and flatter. From Crespëina Pass we continue over the Dolomite High Path no. 2 to the Rifugio Puez, from there we continue to follow the High Path no. 2 until it diverges in path no. 16, which brings us back to Vallunga.

The “Dolomites Saslong Half Marathon” is the new edition of the popular "Val Gardena Mountain Run” and is one of the most scenic mountain runs in the world taking place right here in the heart of the Dolomites.

The 21,1 km trail run (with 900 metres of altitude difference) starts and ends in the beautiful area of Monte Pana and takes the runners along a partial rock and boulder route around the Sassolungo Group. Fantastic views are to be had over the Sella Group, Marmolada, Alpe di Siusi and Sciliar.

Run peacefully through the idyllic landscape of Rodeneck! This short and easy route on the Ywein Trail is perfect for all fitness levels – ideal for recharging and enjoying nature.

This easy running route starts at St. Georgen and runs 3 kilometers via the apple orchards and the St. Georgener Straße back to St. Georgen.

Experience the sunny and tranquil atmosphere of Meransen on this varied route. Medium difficulty with breathtaking views of the Pustertal and Eisacktal – perfect for runners with good fitness who love combining sport and nature.

The Fenn Promenade is the perfect trail for a jogging tour on the mountain. Starting in Collalbo. The trail is perfect for all the joggers which loves the flat runnings stail without any different of highnesses as this way is almost flat.

From the centre of the village, follow trail no. 33a until you reach the Locher restaurant. From here, walk on along trail nr. 2 until you come to your place of departure. Duration of the excursion: 1 hours and 50 minutes - Drop/rise: 330 m