Wandelingen in het zuiden van Zuid-Tirol

Easy winter hike for the whole family from Schlinig to the Schlinigeralm with the possibility of a stop for refreshments. The easy route leads through an idyllic landscape with views of the Sesvenna Pass.

The tour is a beautiful hike above Valdaora-Olang with fantastic views. The tour starts near the Panorama restaurant in Valdaora di Sopra-Oberolang and it goes on the road no. 6 in a constant pitch for "Angerer Albl" and from there to Lanzwiesen Alm mountain hut. Both cottages are managed in the summer and invite you to a traditional specialties. From here then start the scale path (Almsteig) above the treeline to Brunst mountain hut. When you arrive at Brunst hut, which is also farmed in the summer, you stay on the trail 20 and returns to Valdaora di Sopra back to the starting point.

The Speikboden is more than just a favorite ski area. It is also an ideal hiking area. The mountain got its name from a little flower that grows in the high mountains – Alpine valerian, or “Speik” in German – and that is in fact because this lovely flower is often found in the hiking area.

With the cable cars you can reach the "Speikboden Alm" at 2000 metres of altitude or the Sonnklar mountain at 2400 metres above sea level. Both are starting points for fantastic walks and hikes along well maintained trails. Particularly popular are the sunrise walks - to spot the first sunrays while the valley still lies in darkness is a memorable experience.

By the parking lot in St. Jakob in Pfitsch Valley near Sterzing / Vipiteno over the bridge and on the left side along trail 9 to the Moaßl waterfall. Suitable for strollers.

The Wine and Water Walk, which is actually a short hike, passes through an ancient cultural landscape of attractive terraced vineyards, and past centuries-old farmsteads to Neustift Monastery (Kloster Neustift) and the Vahrner See lake. The monastery is not only a collection of extremely beautiful buildings, but also has an excellent wine cellar, while the small lake has for decades been a protected habitat for fauna and flora.{MQ}From Rasa, the hike goes along trail no. 4 down through the vineyards, past the Strasserhof farm and on to Neustift Monastery (refreshments available). Be sure not to miss a tour of the monastery, while a visit to the church - and its magnificent Rococo decoration - is a truly memorable experience.{MQ}Cross the valley floor on trail no. 9 until you come to the village of Varna/Vahrn (refreshments available) on the other side. Here you walk a short way alongside the babbling Schalderer Bach stream until you come to the Kneipp pool – a great opportunity to cool down your hot feet – before continuing on the Chestnut Trail (Keschtnweg no. 1) along an easy forest road to the Vahrner See lake (refreshments available). After completing a circuit of the lake you return towards Varna on trail no. 1. Go under the motorway and continue on trail no. 1 down to the Eisack river. After the bridge, go left for about 100 m and then turn right onto the Törggelesteig trail no. 8A. Follow this up towards Rasa, then just before the village take trail no. 7 past the Steinraffler restaurant (refreshments available) and finally turn onto trail no. 4 back to your starting point.{MQ}As the name of the Wine and Water Walk suggests, there are ample opportunities for refreshment along the way. The fresh, aromatic Valle Isarco/Eisacktal valley white wines are highly recommended - definitely worth a trying a glass if you stop by.

Panoramic mountain on the Venosta Monte Sole mountain with a view above the Venosta Valley and the Ortler mountain.

The hike along a via crucis connects the villages Stilves and Dosso. Enjoy a comfortable ascent through the forest along the various crucifixion stations. Itinerary: By the fire station of Stilves on the trail 15, passing by the upper sports field, over the stations of the “Via Crucis”, up to the Egg hamlet (1500m). Return on the same trail. Lunch possibilities: Gasthaus Egg, Gasthaus Schönblick.

This National Park hike starts in Göflan until the farm Haslhof. Enjoy the panoramic view of Val Martell, Lower Venosta Valley and Venosta Valley's Monte Sole mountain above the timberline.

Beautiful hike to the landmark of South Tyrol with breathtaking views over the Seiser Alm.

Once you have reached the Schlernhaus, it is definitely worth going up to the summit cross of Monte Pez.

Hike on Nörderberg of Castelbello-Ciardes to the picturesque Zirmtals Lake and Malga Zirmtal.

Culture and landscapes

Following the Rio Verde/Grünbach stream, this pleasant hike runs through a narrow gorge all the way up to Schöneck Castle, which towers proudly upon a rock protrusion. Not far from the castle, an extremely unusual columnar crown spruce "snakes" its way towards the skies – a tree so rare that this specimen has long been declared a natural monument. From the castle mound, an ancient pilgrims' trail takes the hiker to the small Gothic church of Hasenried, where a spring sanctuary is said to have once provided relief for pilgrims suffering from eye complaints. The route then continues on to Falzes/Pfalzen along the Pfaffensteig trail, passing through a rural landscape dotted with old stone walls, which offer a natural roadside barrier and a tempting spot for a quiet moment to catch your breath in a peaceful and utterly picturesque setting. They are a pretty reminder of the ancient skills and traditions formerly practiced in the many local stone masonry workshops, some of which can still be found in Falzes/Pfalzen, where granite is skillfully sculpted into works of art.
From the village center, hike past the sports grounds and follow the trail towards Irenberg and Lake Issengo/Issing. This small yet idyllic lake is a true paradise for nature lovers and an ideal place for a longer break. Just off the lake shores, the herb gardens of the Bergila Mountain Pine Oil Distillery are yet another natural gem, and the last leg of the route rewards its hikers with a scented spot in the shade, perfect for cooling down your weary feet in the Rio Verde/Grünbach stream.
Stop at for a break at Gasthof Schöneck, Seegasthaus Issinger Weiher, or Gasthof Irenberg.

The pleasant walk takes you around the Prati village. Start by the parking lot by the Comunal Park Wiesen, crossing the Pfitsch river and along the road to the first turn. Right on the "Prantlweg" trail to the valley end until the Pfitsch street. Crossing the "Millerbrücke" bridge you will arrive to the power station. Turn on left into the "Roanderweg" trail and follow the trail in western direction until "Schloss Moos" building. From there return on the side road to the Wiesen village and the starting point.

Hike in a pristine natural landscape with picturesque mountain lakes.

The varied Rosskopf Circular Hike is a highlight in this valley of trails. The family-friendly hike leads up to the panoramic platform at the summit of the Rosskopf (2,168 m, "Little Head (Köpfl)") with fantastic views of the South Tyrolean mountains. From the summit, you walk along the crest to the Ochsenscharte saddle and then to the right through the remote and romantic Vallemingtal valley down to the three Alpine huts of the Valleming Alpine-farm village. This hike goes past the Kastellacke biotope and the Rossy Park, a mini-zoo with llamas, mountain goats and hares, back to the starting point.

Start by the Comunal Park in Wiesen on the promenade trail on the leftside to the valley end, over the Millerbrücke bridge by the village end and along the forestal road on the right side by the edge of the forest to Tulfer. Lunch possibility: Pretzhof, Parkbar Wiesen, Restaurant Wiesnerhof, Gasthaus Lex.

Hiking tour through Rastenbach gorge with some stairs and bridges. Not difficult hiking tour, but with some upgrades. Duration of walking: about 1 ½ hour. Difference of altitude: about 160 meters.  

The three-mountain hut hike to Malga di Marzon, Malga Zirmtal and Malga di Montefontana/Malga Alt at Castelbello's Monte Tramontana is a very special mountain hut experience.

Velvety-green meadows and picturesque woods, carefree sunshine and views beyond words. That’s what makes hiking fun! The beginning of the route leads along a peaceful forest road flanked by meadows filled with ever flower and herb you could imagine. The main stretch – and the longest – of this route leads through shady pine forests with occasional glimpses pf the surrounding area and the blue skies. When you arrive at the top, you will find a large clearing which is perfect for picnics or, alternatively, you can stop off for refreshments at the Refuge Tschafon Hütte hut.

Alpine pasture hike Val di Lasa/Laaser Tal Valley A hike with great views of a marble quarry and the Laaser Ferner glacier. The panorama of the surrounding mountains and the natural sounds on the high pastures provide an unparalleled atmosphere of summertime rest and relaxation

Monte Sole San Martino/ Sonnenberg St. Martin -Silandro/Schlanders This hike features unique panoramic views of the Val Venosta/Vinschgau Valley and Stelvio National Park. From Laces via the cable car to S. Martino in Monte. From the mountain cable car Station westwards, along the farm road to trail No. 14 towards Silandro. Passing the ruins of the Laggar and Zuckbühel farms and crossing the suspension bridge (70 meters long), it leads down the Tappein farm road and on to trail No. 14 to the Silandro Sport and recreational area. Alternative route: From the Tappein farm road, hikers can take trail No. 7 to Schlandersberg Castle and take the Ilswaal Irrigation channel path leading downhill to Corzes. This alternative route lengthens the hike by an 1 hour 30 min.

To walk from Naz to Bressanone, you first follow the trail marked 1 to Elvas and then go down on trail nos. 1 or 2 to the town of Bressanone.

A must for all Dolomite fans: This multi-day hut tour leads to the most beautiful spots of the holiday region of the Seiser Alm, and boasts fairytale-like views over the UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites. The first stage leads to the Schlern which, with its distinctive shape, is the emblem of South Tyrol. On the following day the tour leads on to the Refuge Tierser Alpl, the private mountain hut with the distinctive red roof and onwards to the Plattkofelhütte hut, at the foot of the Plattkofel.

The Speikboden is more than just a favorite ski area. It is also an ideal hiking area. The mountain got its name from a little flower that grows in the high mountains – Alpine valerian, or “Speik” in German – and that is in fact because this lovely flower is often found in the hiking area.

With the cable cars you can reach the "Speikboden Alm" at 2000 metres of altitude or the Sonnklar mountain at 2400 metres above sea level. Both are starting points for fantastic walks and hikes along well maintained trails. Particularly popular are the sunrise walks - to spot the first sunrays while the valley still lies in darkness is a memorable experience.

Excursion to the Valdaun creek to the gorge "Gurgl". The creek has here broken through the rock and a waterfall rushes down about 20-25 m. The hike in the shady Stelvio National Park is especially recommended on hot summe days.