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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

Dear snowshoe hikers:
Because of their favourable location, negligible risk of avalanches and the large number of users the following hiking tips are suitable at all times.  Please be careful after heavy fresh snowfall or in extreme weather. Always:  Check the avalanche status report and the weather forecast. Unless the walks are circular walks, all descriptions are only for the outbound stretch.
Do not leave the paths.  For the benefit of the wildlife that already struggles in winter, please avoid making loud noises.
If you are unsure of anything, please ask your host or Tourist Information.

Pretty route with steep sections through the woods to the sunny rock ledge of Monte Corno.  No rest stops.

This snowshoe hike leads from the Langenstein chairlift valley station to the  mountain station.

Dear snowshoe hikers:
Because of their favourable location, negligible risk of avalanches and the large number of users the following hiking tips are suitable at all times.  Please be careful after heavy fresh snowfall or in extreme weather. Always:  Check the avalanche status report and the weather forecast. Unless the walks are circular walks, all descriptions are only for the outbound stretch.
Do not leave the paths.  For the benefit of the wildlife that already struggles in winter, please avoid making loud noises.
If you are unsure of anything, please ask your host or Tourist Information.

Widely visible Alpine hut at the foot of the striking Collalto with its slanted crest;  Refreshments: Rifugio Roma (March to May), refreshment stop Säge. 

Avalanche risk: In case of abundant fresh snow

Refreshment stop: Auerhof inn, Wanserhof inn

The Sesto ski touring trail teaches you everything you need to know for safe ski touring during a tour lasting just under two hours. The ski touring trail combines basic theoretical knowledge, for example about the correct behaviour in the event of an avalanche, with an almost six-kilometre tour on which around 540 metres in altitude have to be conquered. The ski touring trail, which is equipped with information boards, starts behind the Zin Fux restaurant and leads between trees and across meadows to the Rotwand. From there to the mountain station, the uphill kick turn is practised in open terrain before returning to the valley via the ski slope.

The Vallunga is the entrance to the Naturepark Puez - Odle. It lasts a few km and it's in the middle of woods and mountains. The valley has a flair of quiteness and calm and everybody can enjoy it during a walk in the valley.

 

This snowshoe hike leads from Sulden via trail no. 19 to the Kälberalm.

According to oral tradition, after the dissolution of the Carthusian monastery of Allerengelsberg in 1782, the farmed Alpine pastures of Klosteralm at 2,152 m became the property of a number of families in Certosa/Karthaus who set up a syndicate which has thirty members today. The farm was only accessible by a narrow mountain path until a transport cable car was built in 1959. Thanks to the avalanche barrier beneath the Kreuzspitze, a road link was provided as an “ancillary benefit”. Due to its steep and stony pastures, the farm has been used almost exclusively as a typical farm for young cattle.

The Furkelhütte mountain hut towers over Trafoi at an elevation of 2,153 m. Trail no. 17, which leads from Trafoi (near the lift station) to the Furkelhütte, is the classic option for winter and snowshoe hikes in the Trafoi area. It leads hikers on a two-hour excursion through a romantic forest setting to reach the hut. A renovated trench section shortly before the end of the trail provides a fascinating insight into the hard life endured by soldiers during WWI. The sun terrace boasts the best view of King Ortler and the surrounding mountain panorama – all the way through to the Stilfserjoch ridge. The return leg can also be completed via a 20-minute ride on the chairlift.

A hike from the civil defence centre in Sulden to the mountain station on Kanzel.

Route from Altrei to Truden: from the starting point of the hike at the Altrei town hall square, follow the marker no.5 and then path no.6 to the Krabes Alm (refreshment stops from May 1st to November 2nd, closed on Tuesdays, no days off in July and August),or directly via the "Langes Moos" biotope, past the Riegenschupf to the Peraschupf, over the Pinterschupfe to the Rungganöhof and from there via the legendary path no. 8 to the starting point in the center of Truden.
By public transport from the end point of the hike back to the starting point.

From the right side of car park, follow the service road uphill. Afterwards, a hiking trail, briefly bearing left, leads through the forest for a short time and then over a meadow and through a forest once more. One finally reaches a high plateau with numerous hay barns. Head right uphill past the barns ascending through a steep piece of woodland that ends in a shelf and leads along an increasingly narrow ridge towards the peak of the Platter Berg mountain. From the peak, follow the same route back to the starting point.

 

ATTENTION: Always be informed about snow conditions and avalanche risk before setting off.

Italy’s first premium winter trail is located on the Rittner Horn mountain. Along the trail, especially during the descent from the Rittner Horn peak to the Unterhorn inn, you can enjoy panoramic views of the fascinating Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Route: the winter hike begins at the mountain station of the Bergbahn Rittner Horn cable car on the Schwarzseespitze peak. Pass by the Runder Tisch viewpoint and the “Dolomitoskop” on the panoramic trail no. 19 to the Unterhorn inn. Bear left at the Feltuner Hütte mountain hut and continue following the markers up to the Rittner Horn, the highest point. Head via the Alpine pastures down to the Unterhornhaus inn and to the Schwarzenseespitze.

An alternative route for families with children: take only the smaller circular route along the panoramic trail. Walking time: approx 1 hour.

Tip: The easy way to get from Bolzano/Bozen to Soprabolzano/Oberbozen is on the Rittner Seilbahn cable car. Continue on the narrow-gauge railway to Collalbo/Klobenstein. Finally take bus 166 to the valley station of the Bergbahn Rittner Horn cable car.

Avalanche risk: Between Sailerhof farm and the ascent to Seebergalm mountain hut there is the risk of avalanche in conditions of abundant snow. Caution must also be exercised on the final section of the descent to the Wanser Bach torrent!

Refreshment stop: Auerhof inn

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

The easy snowshoe hike to the hut Baumgartner (closed) is particularly suitable for beginners as it is fairly short and not steep.

IMPORTANT: Before starting any ski tour/snowshoe excursion, you must check the weather conditions and danger avalanches report (https://avalanche.report), asking also experts (alpine guides etc.).

 

Demanding snowshoe hike through till the Suis pass with a wonderful view of the snowy Prags/Braies and Toblach/Dobbiaco Dolomite peaks.

IMPORTANT: Before starting any ski tour/snowshoe excursion, you must check the weather conditions and danger avalanches report (https://avalanche.report), asking also experts (alpine guides etc.).

 

Dear snowshoe hikers:
Because of their favourable location, negligible risk of avalanches and the large number of users the following hiking tips are suitable at all times.  Please be careful after heavy fresh snowfall or in extreme weather. Always:  Check the avalanche status report and the weather forecast. Unless the walks are circular walks, all descriptions are only for the outbound stretch.
Do not leave the paths.  For the benefit of the wildlife that already struggles in winter, please avoid making loud noises.
If you are unsure of anything, please ask your host or Tourist Information.

Tour in a magical winter landscape in what is called the “battle zone”, the region where vegetation has to battle with the elements to stay alive and trees are often stunted. Lovely panoramic views. Refreshments: Roaners Bauernkuchl  near the start.

Avalanche risk: Little danger of avalanches in general but when there is fresh snow, it is advisable to go back the same way!

Refreshment stop: Schönau inn

This route leads from the bus stop in Stilfs/Stelvio, passing Platzhof farm and heading along a forest trail to the Obere Stilfser Alm Alpine farm that towers over Stilfs at an elevation of 2,077 m.
 Be sure to give yourself a well-earned break at the farm: the view of Ortler mountain from this tranquil setting is truly stunning and a hot flask of tea can work wonders.

Avalanche risk: Beware of avalanches below the hut and across the Faltschnalbach torrent!

Refreshment stop: Zeppichl inn

Dear snowshoe hikers:
Because of their favourable location, negligible risk of avalanches and the large number of users the following hiking tips are suitable at all times.  Please be careful after heavy fresh snowfall or in extreme weather. Always:  Check the avalanche status report and the weather forecast. Unless the walks are circular walks, all descriptions are only for the outbound stretch.
Do not leave the paths.  For the benefit of the wildlife that already struggles in winter, please avoid making loud noises.
If you are unsure of anything, please ask your host or Tourist Information.

The sleeping houses are wooden huts with fireplace and hay beds used for overnight stays, in a pretty location in the mugo pine zone with stunning panoramic views. No Refreshments.

The area around the Kreuzberg Pass and the Sesto Alpine pastures is a true paradise for snowshoe hikers and ski tourers.

Lawinenbericht/ Reporto Valanghe/ Avalanche forecast

www.lawinen.report

Shortly before the Sesto heating plant (1300 m), the ascent to the Außergsell (1955 m) takes place via trail no. 12. Always along the forest road, the route is moderately steep through the forest to the Außergsell.
The descent is on the same path.

A unique, snow-covered and deserted tour with no refreshment stops.
The views make up for the sometimes arduous ascent.

Always take the current avalanche situation into account.

Dear snowshoe hikers:
Because of their favourable location, negligible risk of avalanches and the large number of users the following hiking tips are suitable at all times.  Please be careful after heavy fresh snowfall or in extreme weather. Always:  Check the avalanche status report and the weather forecast. Unless the walks are circular walks, all descriptions are only for the outbound stretch.
Do not leave the paths.  For the benefit of the wildlife that already struggles in winter, please avoid making loud noises.
If you are unsure of anything, please ask your host or Tourist Information.

Gentle family tour with refreshment stop ... easy, beautiful and with possible sightings of chamois. Refreshments Malga dei Dossi.

The snowshoe tour leads to Monte Piano, which is located in the Drei Zinnen/Tre Cime nature park.
During the First World War Austrians and Italians fought against each other at Monte Piano (2324 m). The North summit was occupied by the Austrians, the Southern main summit by the Italians. 

IMPORTANT: Before starting any ski tour/snowshoe excursion, you must check the weather conditions and danger avalanches report (https://avalanche.report), asking also experts (alpine guides etc.).

We have no idea how to spend a winter day better than with a snowshoe hike to the Three Peaks. This tour offers a good mix of adventure, endless view and effort that is rewarded - a real classic and definitely a must do for your holiday in the Sesto Dolomites.

Lawinenbericht/ Reporto Valanghe/ Avalanche forecast 
www.lawinen.report

The area around the Kreuzberg Pass and the Sesto Alpine pastures is a true paradise for snowshoe hikers and ski tourers.

A short hike ideal for families alongside the stream Kaserillbach. At the end, you will be awarded with an amazing view and fresh cheese of own production.