Zimowe Wędrówki w Dolomitach Kronplatz

A stroll through times long gone

More than 2000 years ago, the Pusteria/Pustertal valley was put under the administrative control of the Roman Empire. Today, a stroll through Casteldarne/Ehrenburg reveals many a witness of the times when the valley formed part of the Noricum Province, formerly a vast Celtic kingdom. A 2 m column sculpted from quartz phyllite is one of the best-preserved Roman milestones. Erected under the rule of Emperor Lucius Septimius Severus Augustus, it marks the distance to the Roman city of Aguntum near Lienz in East Tyrol. The magnificent Ehrenburg Castle, which dates back to 1250, is another sight not to be missed. Casteldarne/Ehrenburg with its traditional wooden fences and pretty dry stone walls, is the ideal place to stop, sit back, and take in the marvelous views of the soft-rolling meadows and craggy peaks of the Fundres/Pfunders massif.
There are a number of inns to take a well-deserved break at: Gasthof Gatterer, Gasthof Obermair, and Hotel zur Post.

From Camping Corones > on the "Dorfrundweg Rasen" slightly uphills to the road Redensberg > downwards and turning left up to the "Jagdhaus" > turning right until reaching a bar > continue on the edge of the woods reaching the barbecue area > cross the main road > path to the river > along the river back to Oberrasen or Niederrasen.

From Niederrasen (Haus Hölzl) > on the left side walk on the edge of the woods > foresty road > Alte Goste.

From Niederrasen to Oberrasen (culture house) > along the river > after approx. 1 km turn right on a country lane > further on northwards to the biotope (the moor area - an integral natural reserve with nature trail).

This hike can also be started from Antholz Niedertal or Antholz Mittertal!

From Camping Antholz > left opposite the main road following the signs > Antholz Obertal > at the underpass we cross the main road again > Sporthotel Wildgall > from there along the sidewald to Lake Antholz.

From the parking place at the Biathlon Center > pass the Tiroler Hut > if conditions permit go on the foot path on the frozen lake.

IMPORTANT: The ice thickness is regularly checked, and the lake is only opened when it is sufficiently thick. Please check before entering whether the Lake Antholz is currently safe to walk on.

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.

From the parkin space at the Biathlon center > pass the Tiroler Hütte hut > along the street to the Enzianhütte hut > same way back to the starting point

From Niederrasen > Camping Corones > forestry road in the woods > Neunhäusern.

Caution: use the path under the bridge of the statal road!

This relaxing 2-hour winter hike starts at Hotel Hubertus, which you can easily reach with Citybus 435.2. The Prackenweg trail takes you through the snowy forests of Geiselsberg, leading to Olangerhof, where you can warm up with a hot drink. The return follows the same path back.

This pleasant 2-hour hike starts in Oberolang at the cemetery. You can easily reach the center of Oberolang with the Citybus 435.1, and after a short walk of about 300 meters, you'll arrive at the starting point. The hike takes you through a picturesque forest along the Olanger Reservoir, until you reach our neighboring village of Welsberg. The outward path is 5.6 km long, and for the return, you can either take the regional train (No. 400) or walk back again.

Antholz Mittertal > Ausserweger sawmill > mark n. 6 > after 300 m turn right > path "Franzosensteig" n. 11 > Wanzlerhof > Klammer > Eggerhöfe > sports area > back to the starting point.

Easy walk, suitable for families - in summer also with stroller - from the sports area in Pfalzen/Falzes to Irenberg.

From the Rina sports grounds, a marked trail leads to the Munt da Rina/Welchellener Alm (catering facilities). The Munt da Rina

mountain inn is open during the winter months. Return along the same route.

 

The butterfly trail in St. Sigmund

The scattered farms on the sunny slopes between St. Sigmund and Terenten look after the landscape with great care. Flowering meadows, fragrant forests and natural vegetation provide an ideal habitat for butterflies. The beautiful Gothic church of St. Sigmund is worth seeing right at the starting point. The parish church is one of the most beautiful architectural monuments in South Tyrol. First mentioned in 1363, the present building was erected between 1449 and 1489. The high altar (1440) is one of the oldest and most important winged altars in South Tyrol.
Later on the hike, you will come across contemporary witnesses of natural history, such as the boulders or the giants of Ehrenburg, who, according to legend, brought down the Guggenschlößl with large stone balls. Today, a ruin is a reminder of the wild times. Passing the Schiffereggerhof farm, you return to the starting point.

Rural tradition and stunning landscapes

From Gisser Eck in San Sigismondo/St. Sigmund, this hike runs along a sun-spoilt hillside dotted with fascinating glimpses of farm life in the Pusteria/Pustertal valley. On a three-hour hike, this circular trail sets off from the valley bottom and leads through granite-ridden slopes to low mountain plateaus with spectacular views of dense pine forests firmly grappled into the hillside with their widely ramified, deep-reaching roots. Scattered across the glacier-shaped landscapes, quartz phyllite rocks and boulders stick out alongside a number of granite glacial erratics. Many lookout points offer inviting spots for a long break, admiring the panoramic views.
Chosen to describe the tradition each farmhouse was known for, the names of the many widely dispersed farmsteads tell an interesting tale: Decker-Hof is derived from Decke, the German word for blanket, while Perchner-Hof refers to a birch grove, Friesenbühel alludes to a frosty hill, Gatscher Hof describes a badly-cut forest clearance, Hitthaler-Hof is reminiscent of a valley of inns and mountain huts (Hüttental), and Neller-Hof is a shortened reference to the name Cornelius.
From Chienes/Kiens, the trail continues back to San Sigismondo/St. Sigmund through these quaint rural landscapes. There are a number of inns to take a well-deserved break at: Hotel Gassenwirt, Gasthof Pizzeria Petra, and Bonfanti Design Hotel.

The 2.5 km hike through the Wielental/Valle di Vila has no difficulties and is therefore also suitable for families with children.

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

From Antholz Niedertal > path n. 15 to the Dörfl > Nösslerhof > Berghotel Johanneshof > and back on the main road to the starting point.

This easy 20-minute walk takes you from Mittermühlbacherhof to the Kronplatz valley station. The path winds through snowy fields, with the impressive Kronplatz peak always in sight. You can easily reach the starting point with Citybus 435.2 or Skibuses 21 and 22, which will also bring you back to the village center.

The Panoramweg starts at the bus stop near the App.Hotel Winklwiese, which you can easily reach with Skibus No. 21 or Citybus No. 435.1. This walk takes you through the snowy meadows and fields of Oberolang and Mitterolang, offering a stunning view of Mitterolang. The path continues past the "Spitziges Stöckl," and after about 1 hour and 2.7 km, you’ll arrive in Niederolang, the end of the trail. From Niederolang, you can easily take the Skibus or Citybus back to Mitterolang, Oberolang, or Geiselsberg.

From Niederrasen to Oberrasen > along the river > Bad Salomonsbrunn (5 km).

The „Badl im Mühlbacher Talele“ is the highest spa in the Puster valley. It is situated in the beautiful national park Rieserferner, about 1700 m above sea level.

This historic winter hike starts in Niederolang at the large playground in the Aue. You can easily reach Niederolang with Skibus 22 or Citybus 435.2. The trail leads you through a picturesque forest, with large rocks from all over South Tyrol providing fascinating information about geology along the way. After about 1 km, you'll arrive at the "Spitziges Stöckl," marking the end of the walk. There is a bus stop at the Spitziges Stöckl, where the Skibus will take you back to the village center.

From Antholz Niedertal > passed the church > Maierhöfe (Pfaffingerhof) > Wiesemannhof > Ausserweger sawmill > Antholz Mittertal and lastly back to Antholz Niedertal on the main road.

This hike can also be started from Antholz Mittertal!

Winter hike with sledding possibility

From the parking place at the Biathlon Center > pass the Tiroler Hut >along the street to the Enzianhütte hut > on the groomed trail up to the Staller Saddle.

Opposite the church in Antermoia, take a left onto trail no. 8 and follow the small road to the bridge at Fidelis. Head back to Antermoia along the main road (left).

The winter hike "Salla" starts in Oberolang at Bödenstraße. You can take the Citybus 435.1 to Oberolang and get off at the Dorfstraße stop. After a short 150-meter walk, you’ll reach Bödenstraße. The hike is about 4 km long, passing by the Kinderwelt and winding through snowy meadows, fields, and forests of Oberolang, heading towards Welsberg. After around 1.5 hours, you’ll reach the end of the trail, and the return follows the same route.

From Niederrasen > passing the church > continue on the asphaltic road on the edge of the woods (mark n. 20) > Oberstallerhöfe > path of return following mark n. 5 > Oberrasen.

From the bus stop Hinteraue in Niederrasen up towards Hotel Frida am Wald and continue through the water adventure park "Wasserwaldile". Always follow the prepared path to Oberrasen. Along the road back to the church (bus stop Oberrasen church).