This hiking trail was created to commemorate the visit of Archduke Karl, the last Emperor of Austria (1887–1922).
The Raiermoos biotope is a natural haven in Raas/Rasa, on the Natz-Schabs/Naz-Sciaves plateau. This scenic nature trail with a series of helpful info boards leads through the unspoilt landscape.
From the Huber Kreuz we take the forest road to the direction of "Pian" and follow the trail 3B and 3A to the "Unterhornhaus" and "Felturnerhütte". The trail n° 19 goes around the "Schwarzseespitze".
This easy hike leads through the sunny vineyards on the steep slopes of Leitach, north of Klausen/Chiusa. Along the way, a series of info boards illustrate the history of winemaking in South Tyrol, describing the different grape varietals and wines of Klausen.
The leisurely Green Town Walk in Brixen/Bressanone leads through its most picturesque green zones, highlighting the more significant historic areas and buildings in the oldest town in Tyrol.
Following Lüsnerstraße road (via Guggenbergstraße street, trail no. 6), turn right on the path to Trunthof farm – past the bridge to the left – northwards on the Psalmenweg trail until you reach Lüsnerstraße. From here, the trail descends to Andreas-Hofer-Brücke bridge, before ascending again to Seeburg Castle and back to Bressanone/Brixen, via the Adlerbrücke bridge on trail no. 1.
With many great works of art to be discovered, this hiking circuit from Brixen/Bressanone runs to St. Andrä/S. Andrea and then Klerant/Cleran. In fact, a number of the small churches on the low-lying St. Andrä mountains are home to masterpieces of the late Gothic period. The sacred aura and historical significance of these treasured works of art make the scenic Eisacktal Valley even more captivating.
Just behind the J. Freinademetz Parish Church and the rectory, follow the route up to St. Josephstraße street and from there turn right southwards to the Karlspromenade (Charles Promenade) as far as the Maria am Sand Sanctuary. Then descend passing Karlsburg Castle, crossing Plosestraße road and follow the Koflerweg trail up to Sarnser Straße road. At this point, you can either turn to the right and back to the starting point, or take the Don-Bosco-Straße road down to the Eisack river embankment and follow the river in northerly direction until reaching the city center.
Follow the theme trail through a pristine habitat along the Schalderer Bach torrent. The pure mountain waters of this natural monument pass through the Schalderertal Valley for 11 km before flowing into the Eisack river at Vahrn/Varna, just north of Brixen/Bressanone.
The high altitude hiking trail of Valles is a varied hike with stunning views, some secured sections, and the chance to experience the traditional alpine village of Fane Alm. Perfect for hikers seeking a mix of adventure and natural beauty.
This average-level circular hike circles the Peitlerkofel mountain in the Puez-Geisler Nature Park. It runs from the rolling meadows at Würzjoch up to the Peitlerscharte ridge and over the Peitlerwiesen pastures to the Gömajoch ridge on the north side of the mountain. Hikers have an astounding panorama of the Dolomites at this tour.
Start the trail at the church in Natz, then follow trail no. 4 to Raas and further to the Neustift Abbey.
On the way back follow the trail along the river Eisack for about 45 minutes to Brixen (trail no. 16 or 16a through the vineyards). Return back by public bus to Natz.
From Garner Wetterkreuz follow the trail number 10 direction Kühberg. Through forests and mountain meadows it goes uphill to the tree line and the "Stoaneren Mandl". From there on path no. 10A up to Königanger. From Königanger can you reach by trail number 7 the Radlsee. The return route is by route no. 10 and no. 14 to Bruggerschupfe until Kühhof. From Kühhof you take the path 17.
The Milk Trail is an educational and scenic hike that offers insights into South Tyrol’s dairy traditions. Perfect for nature lovers and anyone interested in alpine culture.
A leisurely circular hike from Klerant/Cleran to St. Andrä/S. Andrea on the low hills of mount Plose.
Follow hiking trail no. 12 to Meluno/Mellaun, then take trail no. 7 up to Golleregg before path no. 8, which leads back to the starting point.
From the church in Rasa/Raas, head east along the road following the signs for trail no. 4 to the Moser farm, then turn right following the symbol for the nature trail and walk round the Raier Moos biotope to the Moser and back on marked trail no. 4 to your starting point. The nature trail takes you round the Raier Moos biotope. With the help of information boards and observation points, visitors can learn about the habitats of all kinds of animal and plant species at first hand.
This spectacular 4-stage hike crosses through the Eisacktal Valley from the Rodenecker and Lüsner Alm mountain pastures, over the Plose mountain near Brixen/Bressanone to Lajen/Laion at the entrance to the Grödnertal Valley.
Start to Finish:
Start: Zumis parking lot, at Rodeneck/Rodengo above Mühlbach/Rio di Pusteria.
Finish: Lajen at the entrance to the Grödnertal Valley.
Total Distance: 61 km Ascent: 2,356 metres in height Descent: 3,004 metres in height
Stages: 4
Starting point of the hike is the Widmann bridge in Brixen. Shortly along the O. von Guggenberg Street, turn right and on the Plattenweg path (marking 6) uphill to Cornale. Continue along the Via Crucis to San Andrea at the parish church of the same name. On the San Andrea loop trail the hike leads in a southerly direction to Meluno di Sopra and Cleran. From here take trail no. 8 down to Millan. On the Karlspromenade promenade descend to the Karlsburg residence and through the Plose path back to the starting point.
The little church of St. John the Baptist is located in Cornale and stands on a charming rounded hill. The Martyrdom of St. Ursula, which dates back to the Renaissance (c. 1520), is of excellent artistic quality.
The parish church of S. Andrea was first mentioned in 1177. Its late Gothic renovation around 1485 with presbytery and bell tower is still characteristic.
In Cleran the little church of S. Nicolò impresses the visitor with its rich late Gothic ornamental frescoes. The cycle of the Passion of Christ is a pictorial jewel of excellent quality.
The pilgrimage church of "Maria am Sand" with its depiction of the Madonna is the old parish church of Millan and dates back to the 14th century.
Starting from the center of Brixen/Bressanone, this leisurely hike follows the river and ascends to the Karlspromenade trail above the town. From the Sanctuary of Maria am Sand it leads back through Kranebitt to the old quarter of Stufels/Stufles.
Your starting point is the Perlung parking lot (1,375 metres, get there by car). From there, path # 8 runs on a forest path in a south-westerly direction, ascending to the Bärengraben. From there, take the foot path to the mountain ridge and then forest paths to the Hochwald (valley station for the goods railway). This path leads you in a north-westerly direction to the end of the forest and the Radlseehaus (2,284 metres). Approach the summit (path # 7), ascending to the North-East crest and along to the Königsanger (2,436 metres, panoramic platform). Descend on the same route.
The beautiful panorama is normally the reward once you've climbed up to the highest point of a tour. But not on this hike to the Astjoch ridge: here there is a viewing platform right where you start at the Zumis car park. But don't let this hold you back from the hike itself, as a wealth of wonderful routes await you, crossing wide open meadows and pastures before finally reaching the Astjoch ridge itself. High above the Lüsner valley, it boasts exceptionally wide views of the Alps, over the Pustertal valley and the Dolomites. To help you get your bearings, the names of the countless mountain ranges and peaks that you can see have been engraved into a stone slab in the ground. A large part of the hike passes through nature conservation areas, where farmed mountain pastures alternate with upland moors and little marshy valley cuttings. The route also promises a number of curiosities to enjoy on the way, such as the little Alpine chapel Pianer Kreuz.
ACCESSIBILITY:
Suitable for:
>People with electric wheelchairs/motors
>seniors
>families
>mountain bikes
Trail surface: Non-asphalted forest road with good surface
Arrival: people with disabilities can reach the huts by requesting a driving permit at the Mühlbach forestry station: +39 0472 849 764.
Barrier-free toilets: at Zumis parking lot
Sun/shade: First section through the forest, then sunny
Bars/Restaurants:
>Naturhotel Runa (accessible via a short, steep climb).
>Starkenfeldhütte (loose gravel flooring, one step to the bar area)
The sunny Panoramic Trail on the south-facing side of Lüsen/Luson offers unusual perspectives of the valley and magnificent panoramic views.
The Archeopfad Trail leads to the old Roman tower in Stufels/Stufles, the historical quarter in Brixen/Bressanone. From up there, a wonderful view opens out on the “Land an der Etsch” (the lands of the River Etsch), as this southern part of Tyrol was once known. The trail, retracing the old Roman paths, leads to historical monuments and ancient places of worship.
This hike offers both novel as well as tried and tested attractions even for seasoned visitors to South Tyrol.
Von Bauern bearbeitetes Kulturland, blühende Almwiesen und stolze Gipfel bilden die Kulisse dieser 33 Wandertipps im Eisacktal . Diese von den jeweiligen Ferienorten ausgewählten Rundwege führen durch mediterrane Landstriche und alpine Regionen. Start und Endpunkt befinden sich an derselben Stelle, Wegverlauf und Gehzeit variieren. Entlang des Weges laden Kunst- und Naturdenkmäler, kulturelle Sehenswürdigkeiten, Aussichtsplätze und urige Hütten zum Innehalten.
