Experiences in Meran/Merano

Starting point:Val Casies Valley – S. Maddalena, Head of the Valley 1465 m
Duration: 1 hour 10 min.
Difference in altitude: 238 m
Length of the tour: 3,3 km  
Descent: via the ascent route or along the squirrel path (No. 49a)
Difficulty: easy

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

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

Start/arrival: Tourist information office in Monguelfo
Total length: 16 km
Return: circular route
Difficulty: hard
Difference in altitude. 365 m
Surface: 12.3 km asphalt, 3.6 km gravel and natural trail

Several sections of the Pilgrim's Way Cammino di Santiago cross South Tyrol and are convincing for the variety of scenic attractions, but also for the many well-preserved reminders of the pilgrimage era along the way. You start in Monguelfo and walk to Valdaora, from there to Nessano and finally to Brunico.
Difference in altitue ascending: 441m
Difference in altitude descending: 695m
Length: 21,2 km
Walking time: 05h 51min

Unlimited hiking pleasures: along the Pidig Stream to the Kradorfer Alm

Starting point: Head of the valley at St. Magdalena in the Gsieser Valley 1465 m
Distance: 2,5 km
Descent: back via the ascent route
Hiking time: 60 minutes
Level of difficulty: easy
Altitude difference: 239 m
Toboggan run: easy

Nordic Hero Champ - for athletes
90 km in 2 days

1) Sesto, S. Vito - end of the Fiscalina Valley - Dobbiaco - right to Lake Dürrensee, on the way back left - Nordic Arena
2) Nordic Arena - Villabassa - Braies, Ferrara - Monguelfo - Head of the valley Val Casies Valley.

One route per day; both routes within 7 days. In total: 90 cross-country skiing kilometers must be completed.

The route and time must be recorded by the runner via a GPX app or GPX watch.

Within the same day the link and screenshot must be sent by mail to info@gsieser-tal.com.

Note: In Monguelfo the connecting route to the Val Casies Valley can only be reached on foot through the village. The timekeeping will be stopped in Monguelfo/exit center in the meantime and will be activated again in Monguelfo/start Val Casies Cross Country track.

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

Hike with a panoramic view towards the Dolomites

Starting point: Tesido / parking lot above the mountain restaurant Mudler
Distance: 22 km
Descent: along the same route
Walking time: 08:00 h
Difficulty: difficult
Difference in altitude: 1065 m
Information: www.suedtirolmobil.info - Lin. 438 / 441  

The history: The mountains of Defreggen Tal Valley form a big border between Val Casies Valley (I) and Villgratental Valley (A). It has always been crossed by the residents of the two valleys to trade. During the years from 1810–1814 and after the 2nd world war different goods have been smuggled across the border. Because of this the three “The path across the cols” developed. Some informative signs were arranged along the paths to tell about the history and life in earlier times.

The Val Casies Valley has exceptionally many beautiful alpine pastures; most of them offer refreshment opportunities. The Val Casies Valley Almweg 2000 path, as its name suggests, runs at an elevation of 2,000 metres- as is signposted. The pathway offers an expressive view of the entire Val Casies Valley.

From S. Maddalena to the Gsieser Törl, from there as a circular hike along Almweg 2000 via the Weißbachalm to St. Magdalena. 

Starting point: Val Casies Valley / S. Maddalena head of the valley (1465m)
Length: 18 km 
Descent: circular hike
Distance: 06:00 h 
Difficulty level: medium 
Height difference: 740 m 
Information: www.suedtirolmobil.info - Lin. 441

Family-friendly winter hike to the Messner Hut at 1659 m

Starting point: Head of the valley at St. Magdalena in the Gsieser Valley 1465 m
Distance: 2 km
Descent: back via the ascent route
Hiking time: 50 minutes
Level of difficulty: easy
Altitude difference: 200 m
Toboggan run: easy

This especially peaceful 1.5 km section links Durnwald with the farm "Untersinnerhof". It follows the Gsieserbach stream almost entirely flat through a quiet winter landscape – ideal for a short break and panoramic enjoyment.

Mountain hike towards Villgraten (Austria)

Starting point: Val Casies Valley / S. Maddalena head of the valley
Distance: 17 km
Descent: circular hike
Walking time: 07:00 h
Difficulty: difficult
Difference in altitude: 1387 m
Information: www.suedtirolmobil.info - Lin. 441

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

The 2.5 km circuit near S. Maddalena is perfect for beginners, those returning to skiing, or anyone seeking a peaceful and scenic circuit. Alternating sunny stretches, woodland and open areas – all embedded in the calm of the head of the valley.

This approx. 1.7 km section links Kargruben with the sports field in S. Martino. The trail runs through open terrain, is completely flat and offers a gentle, enjoyable connection through the wintry valley landscape – ideal for relaxed sessions with wide views.

This 1.5 km section leads gently uphill from the sports field in S. Martino to Preindl. Surrounded by open landscapes and wide valley views, it offers a pleasant link for relaxed cross-country skiing.

Hiking and toboggan fun at “Hubi’s” on the Aschtalm 1950 m

An insight into life on the border in earlier times

Starting point: Val Casies / S. Maddalena fondovalle (1465m) Mudler Distance: 17,5 kmDescent: circular hike Walking time: 07:00 h Difficulty: difficult Difference in altitude: 1278 m Information: www.suedtirolmobil.info - Lin. 441  

Panorama hike: over the Lutter- and Durakopf

Starting point: parking area above the mountain restaurant Mudler Hof in Taisten 1584 m
Ascent: ca. 3 to 3 ½ hours
Descent: ca. 2 hours, toboggan run until mountain restaurant Mudler Hof
Level of difficulty: moderate – difficult; slightly steep ascent through the forest – unproblematic and fairly smooth alpine terrain – mostly gentle downhill run
Altitude difference: ca. 700 m
Toboggan run: easy

Circular hike from the Val Casies Valley to the Passo Stalle Saddle

Starting point: Val Casies Valley / S. Maddalena (1460m)
Distance: 22 km
Walking time: 09:00 h
Difficulty: difficult
Difference in altitude: 1266 m
Information: www.suedtirolmobil.info - Lin. 441

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

Starting point: Head of the valley in St. Magdalena in the Gsieser 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

Nordic Hero Champ - for athletes
90 km in 2 days

1) Sesto, S. Vito - end of the Fiscalina Valley - Dobbiaco - right to Lake Dürrensee, on the way back left - Nordic Arena
2) Nordic Arena - Villabassa - Braies, Ferrara - Monguelfo - head of the valley Val Casies Valley.

One route per day; both routes within 7 days. In total: 90 cross-country skiing kilometers must be completed.

The route and time must be recorded by the runner via a GPX app or GPX watch.

Within the same day the link and screenshot must be sent by mail to info@gsieser-tal.com.

Note: In Monguelfo the connecting route to theVal Casies Valley can only be reached on foot through the village. The timekeeping will be stopped in Monguelfo/exit center in the meantime and will be activated again in Monguelfo/start Val Casies Cross Country track.

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

This approx. 20 km route runs along one continuous side of the Val Casies Valley – from Monguelfo to S. Maddalena. The trail passes quiet forests, open meadows and traditional farms, offering frequent views of the Dolomites. With connections to Tesido and Monguelfo, it’s also ideal for varied round tours.

This 5 km section connects the sports field in S. Martino to Hotel Tyrol in Colle via Preindl. The trail undulates through open scenery and along forest edges, always offering wide views of the Val Casies Valley – a varied connection between two villages.

Easy hike along the nature trail

Starting point: various entrance points all along the valley
Distance: 35 km
Descent: circular hike
Walking time: 09:30 h
Difficulty: easy*
Difference in altitude: max 797m
Information: *it is recommended to only walk parts of the route | www.suedtirolmobil.info - Lin. 441