Themawandelingen door Zuid-Tirol

A walk into the colourful vineyards and chestnut groves, walk by ancient farmsteads and the red-tinged mountain summits reflecting.

According to a legend recorded by Ignaz Vinzenz Zingerle, two children once found a sword made of pure gold here. This sword was stuck in the earth, and couldn’t be completely pulled out. When they returned the next day, a man dressed in old-fashioned attire led them to the grotto behind the waterfall where there were magnificent chambers. That’s where the man revealed to them that he was waiting to be released from a curse: Only he who was able to completely draw the sword from the ground would be able to save him. The sword and the man in the old-fashioned clothing were never seen again.

Starting from the Miara cable car, the path winds up the sunny slopes of Ras and Costa. Following
the signs to “A Sorëdl” and walking via Val you reach the hamlet Torpëi. From there continue left on the tarmac road until you reach the village at the level of the Hotel Monte Paraccia

The path brings on the skirts of the wood with a multitude of different trees and bushes, that are alll identified with a name.

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).

Walking time: 60 - 90 minutes

Walk along the historic town center „Betlehem“, through the Gewürztraminer vineyards above Tramin-Termeno. Enjoy the Mediterranean culture, the landscape and a unique view on Tramin-Termeno and the environment.

On June 7, 1915, Monte Piana was taken by Austrian soldiers and fortified despite Italian resistance. A little later, the Italians managed to take its southern side. Since the border between Italy and the Habsburg Monarchy of Austria-Hungary ran right through Monte Piana, both sides wanted to hold onto this strategically important mountain. A bloody trench warfare lasting two years followed, which was ultimately not to bring about any decisive change.

This hike leads around the beautifully situated Toblacher See. A nature adventure trail with 11 stations around the lake provides valuable information about the flora, fauna and geomorphology of the area and, above all, explains the special features of Lake Dobbiaco. The viewing platform on the west bank offers a place to rest and a view of the flora and fauna and the silting zone. In addition, the special and very varied panorama of the circular route should be mentioned.

suitable for baby stroller

You can find more information about the water features of Toblach/Dobbiaco: 
https://www.drei-zinnen.info/en/dobbiaco/dobbiaco/experiencing-dobbiaco/lago-di-dobbiaco-lago-di-landro-and-dobbiaco-water-treasures.html

Short, promising round in a unique landscape and easy to deal with paths

From the northern part of the village Coldrano starts the panoramic route. First, it goes uphill and then at the right direction up to the gorge of the River Tiss. Now you cross a suspension bridge over the gorge and it goes beyond the typical steppe slopes of Val Venosta. At the junction of an uphill path you continue along the panoramic road, that changes direction now. Along the path there are some special cultural treasures.

When you take the so-called Solder Hiking Trail, you will start in the village center of Truden to the "Leger" outlook platform. You will pass by the Jäger Cross, and then proceed along the staircase. Suddenly, you will find yourself amidst spectacular alpine scenery where dwarf pines, alpine rhododendrons, the dryas, and other plant species dominate the landscape. From the "Hochwand," you can admire a vast and beautiful panorama. Continue on your way until you come to the Cisloner Alm (managed). From there, you proceed along the trail – similar to a balcony ("Solder" is Tyrolean for "balcony"). You will pass by several great outlook points as you return to the village center.

Discover mysterious things at the Trail of Legends

Starting point: Tesido / parking lot at the Via Unterrainer, ca. 100 m above the parish church
Distance: 4,7 km
Descent: circular hike
Walking time: 01:30 h – 02:00 h
Difficulty: easy
Difference in altitude: 200 m
Information: www.suedtirolmobil.info - Lin. 441

On the marks of Gustav Mahler we reach Altschluderbach/Carbonin Vecchia, where the summer residence and the small house of musical creation are located. In the summer months of 1908-1910, Gustav Mahler composed some of his most famous works in this simple wooden hut in the heart of the Dolomites: the 9th and 10th symphonies and the "Song of the Earth".

The summer residence and the small house of musical creation are only visible from the outside.

The climatic terrain cure is a special form of exercise therapy characterised by activity adapted to one’s fitness level, endurance training, and time spent in the outdoors experiencing the landscape, which is carried out through a personalised walking programme.

So-called terrain hiking improves endurance and agility, increases speed and flexibility, reinforces the cardiovascular system, stimulates breathing activity and strengthens muscles, ligaments and joints. It has a positive impact on the metabolism, activates the digestive system and noticeably increases the expenditure of calories.
The climatic terrain cure is recommended for functional cardiovascular disorders, respiratory and metabolic disorders, and above all is a tried and tested method of primary prevention and general health promotion.
The "Terrainkur" trails in Partschins/Parcines have been certified  by the Ludwig-Maximilians-University of Munich.

This very special trail makes it possible to establish a close bond with nature and its forces. The stations along the trail invite you to meditate on the energy of nature and its power to heal the human body.
It begins with an introduction to the geomancy of this place, illustrating the classic settlement patterns of villages and churches, most of them dating back to the Neolithic era. Particularly characteristic are the three churches, built over ancient places of worship. The three churches of Villabassa were constructed
at a later date, on the exact spot of these ancient sacred places immersed in Nature. Their original meaning remains unknown to us. Then there is the house known as the “Dreiurschenhaus”, which alludes to the idea of trinity and is related to the three churches.
Another significant element is the large number of trees in the area with three ramifications.
Walking through the forest and in the fields or along the natural biotopes, in a deep and dedicated bond with nature, our brainwaves are transformed. In a process similar to deep meditation, the two halves of our brain begin to harmonize at the same rhythm, emulating healing processes and channelling energy at every level. With the construction of the Kneipp facilities,  Villabassa has made health a central issue.

Now this meditation trail will bring psychic and therapeutic enrichment to everyone who experiences it as
an alternative to the consumerism of our times.

Tis route is dedicated to Viktor Wolf Edler von Glanvell, the well-known pioneer of mountaineering and discoverer of the Dolomites of Braies. The easy hike starts at "Ferrara/Schmieden" also suitable for families or older people. Walking time: 1,5 hours Sign-post: No. 1

The sun, in the dialect "Sunn", is the all-determining force on the Vinschger Sonnenberg. It heats up the rocks and bathes the landscape in its golden light. Wonderful starting points alternate with curious, exciting and unexpected insights into the secrets of a sensitive balance of natural forces.

This trail takes you through woods and meadows to where the historic spa town Bagni di San Candido/Wildbad. Starting from the parking at Monte Baranci/Haunold, follow the bike route towards Sexten until turning right to "Wildbad". At arrival you can continue until the Rifugio Gigante Baranci/Riese Haunold Hütte Mountain Hut. Just follow the path straight until the destination. From there you can return to the valley by chairlift or the summer toboggan Funbob. The Monte Baranci chairlift and the Rifugio Gigante Baranci Mountain Hut are open from the end of May until the end of September.

The hiking tour “GEOTour Bletterbach Canyon” starts from the Visitor Centre in Aldino and leads to the “Taubenleck” and finally to the waterfall in the so called “Butterloch”. This tour is a journey through the “geological Middle Ages”.

Spanning Brixen/Bressanone to Franzensfeste/Fortezza, this exciting and instructive theme trail focusses on the history and cultural landscape of the Eisacktal Valley. On the 24 information boards found along the way, there is much to learn about the art and history of the oldest settlement in Tyrol, as well as its natural environment and geology.

The climatic terrain cure is a special form of exercise therapy characterised by activity adapted to one’s fitness level, endurance training, and time spent in the outdoors experiencing the landscape, which is carried out through a personalised walking programme.

So-called terrain hiking improves endurance and agility, increases speed and flexibility, reinforces the cardiovascular system, stimulates breathing activity and strengthens muscles, ligaments and joints. It has a positive impact on the metabolism, activates the digestive system and noticeably increases the expenditure of calories.
The climatic terrain cure is recommended for functional cardiovascular disorders, respiratory and metabolic disorders, and above all is a tried and tested method of primary prevention and general health promotion.
The "Terrainkur" trails in Partschins/Parcines have been certified  by the Ludwig-Maximilians-University of Munich.

Start from the village centre and take path 3, walking by Gosternhof towards Ponte Gardena. From there, continue on the bike path to Colma. You will reach the Reatlhof just before the village on path 8A. Follow trail 5 from Colma to Barbiano, where you will talke path 11A and 11B for a quick detour to the Unteraichnerhof. The excursion can be carried out in both directions form Ponte Gardena.

From the San Vigilio Nature Park Visitor Centre, walk to the Hotel Aqua Bad Cortina and follow
the river in the direction of „Tres la Val“. After about 1 hour, you will see a small bridge on the
left side leading to the 40 springs „Les Fontanes“. Back on the path, after a short asphalt stretch,
you can take a diversion to the „Ciastlins“ waterfalls. Continuing on the forest path to Pederü, you will see signs for the „Ega de San Vì“ springs. Along the way, several educational stations illustrate the characteristics of water.

From the Biathlon center (parking area) > on the "Franzosensteig" marked n. 11 to Vorderpassler > Schwörzalm > Bergeralm > Klammbach waterfall > Eggerhöfe > Antholz Mittertal.