Wandelingen & bergtochten in de Dolomietenregio Kronplatz

Experience genuine Ladin tradition on a walk through the Ladin viles and admire the ancient architectural style of a bygone era. The viles are groups of wooden or masonry houses and wooden barns that stand close together in the middle of a slope or on the edge of green terraces. They are compact nuclei exposed to the sun, built to protect each other and help with the agricultural products that everyone produces, whether milk, eggs or meat, but also with the various handicraft activities that everyone carries out, while preserving the little arable land available. 
Get involved in this rural life, but one that is so precious that it can still be told and experienced again here and there.

Earth, water, air and fire - the four elements accompany nature lovers and hikers on the seven themed trails in Gais. From the easy valley hike and family-freindly circular trail with places to play through to the challenging course high above the villages, there is something to suit every preference. There are information panels telling about the influence of the four elements on the local people, nature and cultural landscape, highlighting their importance throughout history to the present day.

This scenic circular hike begins at the Bad Bergfall guesthouse. Follow trail no. 3 to reach the Trattes inn. For the return, take trails no. 4A and then no. 4 back to the starting point.
A highlight along the route is the Oberegger Alm, located directly on trail no. 4A – a perfect place to stop and enjoy local specialties in the heart of nature.

From the church in Lungiarü, head south-west towards Frëina/Seres along the road until you reach the bridge. There, a small path leads through the forest to Frëina. Follow the paved road on the right and, in the bend after the bridge, take the narrow path on your left (no. 4). Walk past the Vanc farmstead to the hamlet Seres. Val di Murins, the valley of the mills, opens up just before the bridge over the stream. Cross the stream and walk to the hamlet Miscì (no. 5), then continue downhill to a pretty larch wood forest, a small chapel and the nearby lime kiln. The route back leads to Lungiarü along the wood path.

Earth, water, air and fire - the four elements accompany nature lovers and hikers on the seven themed trails in Gais. From the easy valley hike and family-freindly circular trail with places to play through to the challenging course high above the villages, there is something to suit every preference. There are information panels telling about the influence of the four elements on the local people, nature and cultural landscape, highlighting their importance throughout history to the present day.

This leisurely walk next to the river Rienz leads from St. Lorenzen/San Lorenzo to Bruneck/Brunico.

The hiking path “Tres la Val” starts in Mantëna (App. Sorapunt) and, according to its Ladin name,
which means “along the valley”, runs on the valley floor past San Vigilio, Ciamaor, lake Lago della Creta, Fodara Masaronn and Tamersc until it ends in Pederü. There are numerous points of entrance and exit along the entire route.

We invite everyone to walk the trail of the amazinglegends of the "Fanes Kingdom". The start is at the Hotel Aqua Bad Cortina. Before you start, do not forget to pick up an entertaing quiz, waiting for you at the tourist information and in the Nature Park Visitor Center

The snowshoe hike up to the Lanzwiesen Alm via trail No. 7, starting at the Voppichl Hof, is a peaceful journey through the snowy winter landscape. The path leads you through quiet forests and gentle slopes, allowing you to enjoy the pristine beauty of the Dolomites. Starting from Voppichl Hof, you follow the well-marked trail that steadily climbs up to the Lanzwiesen Alm. At the top, you’ll be rewarded with a stunning panoramic view of the surrounding mountains. This hike is ideal for snowshoe enthusiasts looking for a serene winter experience close to nature.

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 Biotope trail in Rasen starts at the fire station in Oberrasen and is an ideal hike for families. The path leads through a beautiful natural biotope that is home to a rich variety of flora and fauna. The hike takes about 1.5 hours and offers a relaxed way to explore the diverse wildlife and plant life of the region. The trail is well-marked, easy to walk, and without significant elevation changes, making it perfect for children and older adults. Along the way, informative signs provide insights into the importance of the biotope and its inhabitants. This is an outing that pleasantly combines nature experience with education.

Theme walk "Tru Vistles" - Culture, Tradition and Nature.
This theme trail combines nature with culture and tradition with numerous games and information boards and is therefore particularly inviting for families. Start from the road opposite the Church gate and follow the "Tru Vistles" signs.

SAN MARTIN › PICOLIN › GRAN JÚ 
Walk along the sidewalk in the direction of Piccolin. Turn right at the crucifix, pass the chapel and, immediately after the bridge, on the right take the tarmac road for about 1 km. Turn right on path No. 21 to „Gran Ju“. From there, you can continue to Col dl‘Ancona or Piz de Plaies. At „Col dl‘Ancona“ refreshments are available.

This diverse and challenging hike begins at the base station of the Olang 1+2 cable car. Just before the lift, turn left onto trail no. 3. The path leads through the forest, then crosses a paved road before continuing uphill along trail no. 3. Numerous switchbacks take you past the Oberegger Alm and Lorenzihütte, both great spots for a rest and refreshment. Continue upward to the cable car’s mid-station, where you join the Corones circular trail above the station. Follow it to the right until you reach the summit of Kronplatz.

At the top, several mountain restaurants await, along with two fascinating museums: the LUMEN Museum of Mountain Photography and MMM Corones by Reinhold Messner.

Variation: For a more relaxed option, take the cable car to the summit and hike down the same route all the way back to Gassl.

The Four Churches Trail leads through the diverse natural and cultural landscape of the Pustertal plateau of the central mountain range. The churches of St. Valentin in Greinwalden/Grimaldo, St. Cyriak in Pfalzen/Falzes, St. Nikolaus in Issing/Issengo and St. Johannes in Haselried represent special signposts. These places of energy also offer spiritual impulses for the way ahead.

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.

The Four Churches Trail leads through the diverse natural and cultural landscape of the Pustertal plateau of the central mountain range. The churches of St. Valentin in Greinwalden/Grimaldo, St. Cyriak in Pfalzen/Falzes, St. Nikolaus in Issing/Issengo and St. Johannes in Haselried represent special signposts. These places of energy also offer spiritual impulses for the way ahead.

The Four Churches Trail leads through the diverse natural and cultural landscape of the Pustertal plateau of the central mountain range. The churches of St. Valentin in Greinwalden/Grimaldo, St. Cyriak in Pfalzen/Falzes, St. Nikolaus in Issing/Issengo and St. Johannes in Haselried represent special signposts. These places of energy also offer spiritual impulses for the way ahead.

This scenic hike starts in Bad Bergfall, easily reached by Trekking Bus no. 435.2. From there, follow trail no. 3 heading south to the small settlement of Schüssels.

The route then continues on trail no. 3B, which follows the slope of the Olang Dolomites, offering panoramic views of the valley and surrounding peaks. The hike ends at the Furkel Pass, where the Puster Valley and Ladin-speaking Gadertal meet.

From the parish church in Niederolang, follow trail no. 15 towards the Riedler farms and continue through the Riedwald forest to Lamprechtsburg Castle. From there, trail no. 14 leads you all the way to Bruneck.
The route is easy, about 8.5 km long with around 200 m of elevation gain – perfect for a relaxed 2-hour hike.
For the return to Olang, you can conveniently take public transport, which is free with the Kronplatz Guest Pass.

Val dl‘Ert (Art Valley), is a outdoor exhibition with the sculptures of the last editions of the SMACH art competition. Going up from the castle Museum Ladin after about 200 m take the path on the left that crosses the woods and that takes you to the Val dl‘Ert after about 1 km.

From the end of the lake > turn right > follow mark n. 7 > Steinzgeralm.

Tip: From the Steinzgeralm you can walk on for 30 minutes reaching the "Obere Steinzgeralm" at 2,079 m > path n. 7 > Staller Saddle.

This demanding mountain hike begins in the center of Niederolang. After passing the church, follow the road called “Feldweg.” At a nearby farm, the road turns into trail no. 2, which climbs steadily uphill with several switchbacks. Continue past the reservoir on the left, eventually reaching the Spitzhorn, a scenic peak with wonderful views. From there, follow the Corones circular trail all the way to the summit of Kronplatz. At the top, several mountain restaurants offer the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy a meal with a view.

The return follows the same route back to Niederolang. Due to the length and elevation gain, this hike is considered challenging, but the stunning scenery and summit experience make it well worth the effort.

The Four Churches Trail leads through the diverse natural and cultural landscape of the Pustertal plateau of the central mountain range. The churches of St. Valentin in Greinwalden/Grimaldo, St. Cyriak in Pfalzen/Falzes, St. Nikolaus in Issing/Issengo and St. Johannes in Haselried represent special signposts. These places of energy also offer spiritual impulses for the way ahead.

This scenic and varied hike starts in Bad Bergfall, which is easily reached via Trekking Bus no. 435.2. From there, trail no. 4 leads uphill to the Furkel road. After crossing the road, the route continues near the Marchner lift and merges with trail no. 13A. This panoramic trail runs along the slopes of Kronplatz, offering beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. The path then gradually descends and ends at the Furkel Pass, the meeting point of the Puster Valley and Gadertal.

From the car park at the end of the paved road, take the forestry road (no. 9) to the Vaciara pastures. On the way you will pass the „Open air museum“, a special wooden exhibition of a local artist. In front of the hut Ütia Vaciara the path continues to the right to Passo Göma.

This hike offers a combination of natural beauty and cultural significance. Starting from Bad Bergfall – easily accessible via Trekking Bus no. 435.2 – the route follows trail no. 4 uphill before joining trail no. 4A through peaceful forest sections in the direction of Trattes.

From there, continue along trail no. 3 until you reach the Furkel Pass – a symbolic crossing where two linguistic and cultural regions meet: the German-speaking Puster Valley and the Ladin-influenced Gadertal.

Easy hike to one of the most important places of pilgrimage in the Pustertal valley, whose little church " Unserer Lieben Frau von Loreto" was built around the middle of the 17th century.

This scenic summit hike begins at the parking lot of the Ruis cable car at Furkel Pass. Follow trail no. 1 from there. After two wide bends, turn left into the forest. The shaded path climbs steadily and leads all the way to the summit of Kronplatz.

At the top, you’ll be rewarded with stunning panoramic views and several dining options – perfect for a well-deserved break with a view.

From Niederrasen > Pfaffingerhöfe > Burgfriedenhof > path n. 4 > Redensberg > mark n. 22 > "Schweinberg" > Rauterhöfe > descent on path n. 8 to Niederrasen or following mark n. 22 to Neunhäusern > Camping Corones > Niederrasen.