Sneeuwschoenavontuur

Excursion of average difficulty in the middle of a rough and untouched nature bring you to the "Kaserhütte" hut. Starting point: Pragser Wildsee lake (1.494 m) Highest point: Kaserhütte hut (1.937 m)

Put on your snowshoes and set off for a magical adventure across the Armentara meadows covered in a soft and white blanket of snow. As soon as you take your first steps on the fresh snow, a unique panorama of the imposing Sas dla Crusc massif will sorround you. Once you reach the La Crusc hut, you can finally enjoy one of the typical Ladin dishes. We also recommend a visit to the highest little church in Europe, which is located just a few steps from the hut.

With snow shoes from S. Maddalena to S. Martino

Starting point: Val Casies / S. Maddalena head of the valley (1465m)
Distance: 3,8 km
Descent: with public transportation
Walking time: 02:00 h
Difficulty: easy
Difference in altitude: 110 m

The snowshoe hike on the Cima Lasta/Astjoch Peak (2,194 m) is one of the most rewarding things to do in the area. The magnificent summit view of the surrounding mountains is simply impressive.

Before you start for a snowshoe hike you should always consult the avalanche and weather report!

Route: From the car park take the old army road up to Malga Piccolo Fanes. Up to the fork just before the Rifugio Fanes and the Rifugio Lavarella you can generally walk without snowshoes. At the fork turn right and climb across an altitude differential of approx. 100 m through the woods and across meadows (Parliament of marmots) to the plateau Plan de Serenes. From there you can see the peak of Col Toronn situated in front of the distinctive rock face of the Cima Nove. The level path leads westwards for approx. 500 m before becoming steeper, leading towards the Northwest to the ridge top that comes down from the peak of Col Toronn. Continue to climb to the right of the ridge top and in a left curve across easy terrain up to the highest point. Descent: Return by the same route to the Plan de Serenes plateau, then cross over to the South to the Rifugio Lavarella. Alternatively, return to the fork in the path and descend directly by the Rifugio Pederü.

With a view towards the Dolomites

Starting point: parking lot at Tesido above the Mudler mountain farm (1620m)
Distance: 6,1 km
Descent: circular hike
Walking time: 04:00 h
Difficulty: medium
Difference in altitude: 525 m
Information: also feasible with touring skis

Difficult and varied excursion on snowy routes to reach the Rossalm hut. Starting point: Brückele/Ponticello (1491 m) Highest point: Rossam hut ( 2,164 m)

Attention: Before the start, please note the avalanche report

Panoramic snowshoe tour passing by the Aschtalm hut

Starting point: Val Casies / S. Maddalena head of the valley (1465m)
Distance: 7,5 km
Descent: along the ascending route
Walking time: 04:00 h
Difficulty: difficult
Difference in altitude: 687 m

Escursion of average difficulty along the right shore of Pragser Wildsee lake and enjoy the beautiful view of the Seekofel peak until the Grünwaldtal valley. Starting point: Pragser Wildsee lake(1,494 m) Arrival: Grünwaldtal valley- Jägerhütte hut (1,750 m)

PÉ DE BÖRZ 1862 m – MONTEMURO 2332 m approx. 470 m | 2-2.5 hours Description: From the Pé de Börz car park on the road to Passo delle Erbe, take the forest trail to the Montemuro inn (closed in winter). From there, cross the ample ridge which leads to the peak. Easy hike to a safe peak with spectacular views.

Possibility to rental snowshoes in Antermoia and Picolin.

An interesting challenge in a snow-covered alpine landscape

Starting point: Head of the valley in St. Magdalena / Val Casies Valley 1465 m
Descent: back via the ascent route
Hiking time: ca. 2 ½ hours
Level of difficulty: easy
Altitude difference: 884 m
Slope exposure: North Slope

A beautiful snowshoe hike with moderate difficulty and beautiful view on the Dolomites, as well as on the main Alpine ridge and the Rieserferner peaks.

Before you start for a snowshoe hike you should always consult the avalanche and weather report!

Easy excursion with amazing panorama over Croda del Becco/ Seekofel and Lago di Braies/ Pragser Wildsee. Starting point: San Vito/ St. Veit(1.332m) Arrival: Malga Wöggen/ Wöggenalm (1.627m)

Easy excursion starting from Plätzwiese high plateau to Dürrensteinhütte hut until Strudelkopf/Monte Specie. Wonderful view over the mountains Croda Rossa, Three Peaks, Tofana and Monte Cristallo. Starting point: Plätzwiese high plateau (2,000 m) Arrival: Strudelkopf/Monte Specie (2,307 m)

Snowshoe tour: The “Gsieser Törl” – over centuries a strategic passage for man and beast: pilgrims, smugglers, pedlars, hunters, shepherds, as well as the odd lover…

Starting point: Head of the valley in St. Magdalena in the Gsieser Valley 1465 m
Descent: back via the ascent route, from Kradorfer Alm left turn is also possible
Hiking time: 2 ½ hours
Level of difficulty: moderate to difficult; technical difficulties are minor; but last part of the climb is steep
Altitude difference: 745 m

Tranquil low mountain hike – clockwise through meadows and woods of the Taistner Unterrain

Starting point: crossroad 100 m after the Hotel Alpen Tesitin in Taisten
Altitude difference: 260 m
Hiking time: 2 to 3 hours
Level of difficulty: easy and ideal terrain for snowshoe hiking
Important: Orientation in forest difficult when leaving marked path
Please note: this is only a snowshoe hike
Rest point: mountain restaurant Mudler Hof

A beautiful panorama tour across the Aschtalm, Pfinnhütten, Pfinnscharte and Hoher Mann

Starting point: Head of the valley in St. Magdalena in the Val Caises Valley (1465 m)
Descent: back via the ascent route
Hiking time: ca. 3 ½ hours
Level of difficulty: easy ski mountain that requires some endurance
Altitude difference: 1100 m
Slope exposure: south + east

The “Rotlahner” – an easy but famous ski mountain in the Gsieser Alps

Starting point: Head of the valley in St. Magdalena in the Gsieser Valley 1465 m
Descent: back via the ascent route
Hiking time: 3 ½ hours
Level of difficulty: medium to difficult; with the exception of two steep slopes (one just beneath the Kasermähder Alm and the other in the area of the Heimwaldjoch) there are no considerable technical difficulties concerning the route
Altitude difference: 1270 m
Slope exposure: mainly southwest slopes

The ample meadows on the Cresta di Luson-Lüsner Kamm plateau offer a never-ending choice of hiking routes. This particularly stunning one from the hamlet Elle-Ellen up to Cima Lasta-Astjoch (2147 m) boasts a number of unrivalled panoramic views. The hike/snow-shoe hike is among the most rewarding in this part of South Tyrol: The views from the peak out onto the surrounding mountains are simply unforgettable.

The Fundres/Pfunders massif offers a wide range of hiking options with anything from soft-rolling hills to steep slopes leading up to craggy peaks. Gorgeous excursions for both summer-time hikers and winter sports fans – all topped off by breath-taking 360° panoramic views.

The classic Val Casies Valley ski and snowshoe hike through the Pfoital and to the Hochkreuzspitze

Starting point: Head of the valley in St. Magdalena in the Gsieser Valley 1465 m
Hiking time: 4 ½ hours
Level of difficulty: moderate – difficult; for average skiers, the route offers a wide and open terrain with only a few steep slopes that only require extra caution following fresh snow
Altitude difference: 1274 m
Slope exposure: southwest

Starting point: Val Casies / S. Martino tourist information office (1276m)
Distance: 6 km
Descent: along the ascending route
Walking time: 03:30 h
Difficulty: medium
Difference in altitude: 851 m

From Brückele/Ponticello along the main road to the third turn, then follow the hiking path along the Stolla River to Stolla Alm hut; continue up-and-down to rato Plätzwiese high plateau (1,993 m).

Excursion of average difficulty in the middle of a snowy forest, marvellous proposal for those who are fond of nature. Starting point: Altprags/Braies Vecchia (1.440 m) Arrival: Putzalm (1.737 m)

Snowshoe tour with a panoramic view

Starting point: Val Casies Valley/ Colle Hotel Stoll (1255m)
Distance: 5 km
Descent: along the ascending route
Walking time: 03:0 h
Difficulty: difficult
Difference in altitude: 733 m

Superb hiking options along the ample ridge leading up to Monte Sommo-Sambock and a singular 360° view down onto Brunico-Bruneck, the Dolomites and the Zillertal Alps.

Snowshoe tour on old paths

Starting point: Val Casies / S. Maddalena head of the valley (1465m)
Distance: 6,1 km
Descent: along the ascending route
Walking time: 02:30 h
Difficulty: difficult
Difference in altitude: 740 m
Information: also feasible with touring skis | southern exposure