Pěší turistika a horolezectví ve Sterzingu/Vipitenu a okolí

The winter hike begins at the "Dax" car park, which you reach via the Brenner state road. From the left-hand bend of the highway exit between Gossensass and the Brenner Pass, a small side road takes you to the car park (signposted ‘Hühnerspielhütte’). From there, a wide, well-maintained forest path leads you uphill in gentle hairpin curves through the forest and across clearings before the path finally climbs more steeply to the Hühnerspielhütte (1868 m). Note that the hut is closed in the 2024/25 winter season. Make sure you have enough to drink and provisions with you, as there is no refreshment stop.

From Pfulters following the forestal road through the Egg valley. By the third bridge crossing the river and ascent to the Egg hamlet (1500m). Lunch possibility: Gasthaus Egg, Gasthaus Schönblick.

The cable car Ratschings-Jaufen takes you from Bichl to the mountain station. From there you can hike along the Ratschinger Almenweg to the mountain pasture Wasserfalleralm.

Starting by the Rosskopf mountain station on the right side along mark 19 to the biotope.

Start by the 4th turn after Schmuders on trail 3 in direction Weißspitz summit until to the forrestal road. Along the road passing by the Prantneralm mountain hut (1780m) and the Riedbergalm mountain hut (1925m), and on the broad trail 11 to the Hühnerspielhütte mountain hut(1866m). Alternativ: Ascent all along the forrestal road, suitable for strollers. Einkehrmöglichkeiten: Hühnerspielhütte, Riedbergalm, Prantneralm, Braunhof.

Starting point: head valley Ridnaun/Val Ridanna - Maiern/Masseria (1.417m)
Start at the gate and follow the asphalted road uphill, very steep at first, then a little flatter after 800m. At the bridge we turn left and follow the signposts to the mountain pasture Moarerbergalm. After the Poschhaus ruin we turn off to the right and hike approx. 200m to the mountain pasture Moarerbergalm.
Alternative: reachable by using the bus of the Mining Museum, registration required (Tel. +39 0472 756729)

The winter circular hike to the Flaner Jöchl at Rosskopf / Monte Cavallo ridge is an easy panoramic hike for all the family on Sterzing’s / Vipiteno local mountain. The well-prepared trail leads through the snowy mountain and woodland landscape across the valley basin and offers wonderful views of the surrounding mountains. From the nearby Sarntal Alps where the hike begins, to the view of the mountains of the Pfitschtal valley in the foreground and the peaks of the Dolomites on the horizon, through to the view into the Pflerschtal valley: a range of winter worlds present themselves to hikers as they walk along. Snowshoes are not necessary for the circular trail!

Starting point: Ridnaun/Val Ridanna – Maiern/Masseria (1.370m)
From the park area at the village center of Maiern walk along the transit road to the Hotel Schneeberg, along the asphalted road to a fork, where you turn left and follow the signpost Martalm. Then continue on relatively flatter ground along the asphalted road, past the heating system of the Hotel Schneeberg, through an underpass and uphill in serpentines to the farm Staudnerhof. Pass the farmhouse and continue to walk on a gravel path in the Staudenberg valley. Along the river Staudenberg towards the valley to the first left bend and along a forest path following the signposts “Martalm”. After a short flat section you reach the mountain pasture.
Alternative: starting from Bergl (1.560m) the walk time is about 30 minutes

This hike starts at the hamlet “Gasse” just before Ridnaun/Ridanna. Follow the signpost “Mareiter Stein” southwards along the asphalted road. Go past the group of farmhouses Entholz/Masi di Ento. Crossing meadows you soon reach the edge of the forest. Turn right across a stream ditch. The path leads over a forest trail with the marking no. 4A steeply up to the first mowing meadows. There is a street which leads over wavy alpine pastures to the mountain pasture Joggelealm.
Alternative: also reachable via the path no. 26 towards the mountain pasture Valtiglalm, whereby you have to turn left on path no. 24b after about half way. Also suitable as a mountain bike tour.

This hike starts at the fire station in Obertelfes/Telves di Sopra. Follow the path no. 5 for about 1,5 hours upwards to the first mountain pasture, the Freundalm. Continue on path no. 5 until you reach a fork, from where you turn right to path no. 5A and shortly thereafter reach the mountain pasture Kuhalm.
Alternative: reachable also over the mountain railway station Rosskopf Monte Cavallo in about 45 minutes across the panoramic trail.

Cutting through pure white marble, which used to be coveted by stonemasons from all over the world and which shimmers here in every conceivable shade of green, the otherwise peaceful Ratschinger Bach stream becomes a raging torrent. By going down steep steps and over narrow bridges, you can get right down to the heart of the gorge, where a breathtaking natural scene awaits. The lower entrance to the Gilfenklamm gorge is in Stange/Stanghe, from where you walk along a level hiking trail to the entrance to the gorge, where the trail begins to climb gradually over bridges and along well-secured trails. Storming and raging, the wild waters of the Ratschinger stream tumble over numerous waterfalls, forcing themselves through narrow chasms between the steep cliff walls, which ensure that at the lowest, most impressive point - the so-called "church" - even the most dazzling sunshine is dimmed. Going from one bridge to another and up and down steps, you finally reach the end of the gorge. If you take your time, have good shoes and a camera, this hike is a memorable experience for all the family.

Open daily from 09.00 -17.00 (July and August 09.00-18.00)

Open from May 17, 2024 to November 03, 2024

The hiking tour starts in Gasse in Ridnaun/Ridanna. You can also take the car and drive on for about 15 minutes. Turn left towards “Entholz” and at the sign to the Valtiglalm drive on about 2 kilometers until you reach a wooden bridge, where you can park your car. Then follow the path no. 26 upwards to the mountain pasture Valtiglalm.

Snow shoe hiking trail with a splendid panoramic view on the Sterzing basin. The Kuhalm mountain hut is not opened in winter.

The mountain pasture Klammalm can be reached via Flading/Vallettina. You can either drive to the valley by car or walk across the Ratschinger Almenweg to the end of the valley. Walking time Bichl/Colle-Flading: approx. 1,5 hrs. from Flading you reach the Klammalm, following the marked trail no. 12 to the mountain pasture.
Alternative: reachable also across the Ratschinger Almenweg

The hike starts by the Borgone hamlet, near the Vizze high valley entrance, and runs through the Borgone valley up to the timberline. The path crosses the interesting limestone sources of Borgone. The trail is passing some mountain huts (no service) and crosses the northern hill of the Finsterstern summit and leads along a joke to the Simile Mahd Alm mountain hut (2011m).

Great family hike in a quiet and beautiful surrounding! The starting point of this hike ca bee freely selected.

From Mareit: parking possibility at the village center. From there over the bridge and immediately right in direction artisan area. Past the saw and on a beautiful wide path back to Stange. Cross a bridge and walk at the other bank of the brook towards Gasteig. There cross the brook and walk on the cycle path towards Stange and then on to Mareit, back to the starting point.

From Stange: parking possibility at the local square. From there walk approx. 100m along the main street in direction Mareit and fork right at the first junction. (signpost - Carabinieri) After a few minutes you reach the forest and after a few meters you reach the brook bank. Then, first towards Mareit or Gasteig, as you prefer! (well signposted)

From Gasteig: parking possibility in front of the culture house (fire station). Cross the main street and walk along the path “Mühlbachlweg” for about 500m until you reach a farm, where you already see the next signposts. Follow the path towards Stange. There starts the path, which firstly leads through a small forest. You reach Stangh, cross a bridge and reach Mareit (more rest points). The way back leads first on the same route towards Stange, from where you reach Gasteig by foot or on the cycle path.

Tip: this hike is combinable with a visit at the castle Wolfsthurn in Mareta (South Tyrolean Museum of Hunting and Fishing) or with a hike through the Gilfenklamm gorge (unique natural spectacle for young and old)!

Ideal for those who do not like long hikes! Continue on the road Jaufenstraße with direction Jaufenpass by car or hiking shuttle. 2 km before the pass Jaufenpass a small road branches from the main road- well marked with "Kalcheralm". Right at the entrance is a large parking lot. From there it is only about 45 minutes to the pasture. 
Tip: On the occasion you can also drive up to the alpine pass Jaufenpass and enjoy the magnificent panorama over the Passeiertal!
Alternative: Take the mountain railway in Innerratschings, from there follow the sign Kalcheralm.

Winter hiking trail in the natural Pfitsch valley, a real winter wonderland.

From Gasse in Ridnaun/Ridanna turn left in direction “Entholz”. At the sign to the upper Gewingesalm drive on about 2 kilometers to a wooden bridge and further on to the Steinhöfen, where you can park your car. From here further on, first along a forest path until you reach a forest clearing, from where you hike left on a forest path a bit steeper uphill to mountain meadows. From there follow a forest path to the mountain hut Zunderspitzhütte and after about 20 minutes you reach the upper Gewingesalm.
Alternative 1: starting from Maiern/Masseria behind the Hotel Schneeberg – walking time 2h. Alternative 2: starting from Ried at the fire station – park area Gewingeshof – walking time 2,5h.

On a well secured climb walk starting from Mareit behind the Hofmannsteg firstly near the brook of the Fernerbach into the gorge. Then climb in serpentines up to a hill, where the old path begins. From there you can enjoy fantastic views down to the roaring brook. Over the new “Katzenleiter” you reach a path section, which is surrounded of ancient drywalls of the time of the ore extraction. There the path winds upwards and you can look over to the other side of the valley with silent farms. A beautiful old forest path finally leads up to a forest road, which leads to the scattered settlement “Gasse”.

Experience an exciting hike from St. Anton in Innerpflersch (1215 m) up to the idyllic Allrisalm (1534 m). The trail first takes you southwards over a wide bridge in the direction of the hamlet of Stein and then branches off on a pleasant prepared winter path and historic footpaths through the idyllic forest slopes. After about an hour, you will reach the Allrisalm, where you can enjoy a warm drink and delicious food while enjoying the marvellous view. The descent takes you back the same way - either on foot in around 45 minutes or on a sledge for even more fun!
The hike is also ideal for families.

The winter hiking trail in Ladurns offers a romantic tour through the stunning mountain landscape of the Pflerschtal Valley in South Tyrol, within the Stubai Alps. Along the way, there are breathtaking views of the mighty Tribulaun on the opposite side of the valley. The starting point is the middle station of the Ladurns cable car. From there, the path gently ascends to the mountain station of the gondola. At the mountain station, there are two places to stop for refreshment (Ladurnerhütte and Pfeiferhuisilehütte).

Starting from Innerratsching/Racines di Dentro, shortly after the farm “Pulvererhof” behind the Hotel Larchhof, follow the path no. 10, which leads over a bridge and then continue on a bit steeper path until you reach a tree line. Continue towards the mountain pasture Inner Wumblsalm. Alternative: reachable also by using the cable car Ratschings-Jaufen along the Ratschinger Almenweg.
No service!

This hike starts at the hamlet “Gasse” just before Ridnaun/Ridanna. Follow the signpost “Mareiter Stein” southwards along the asphalted road. Go past the group of farmhouses Entholz/Masi di Ento. From Entholz/Ento you go into the forest, turn right at a small stream and follow path no. 24 to a fork, where following the path no. 25B you reach the mountain pasture Kerschbaumeralm.
Alternative: reachable also starting from Pratone along the asphalted road and the gravel path.

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, Walcher Bakery.

Starting point: Prati (948m). From the castle Moos (Trautson street) follow the signpost no. 24 and walk towards Flains. Before reaching the hamlet turn right across the marked forest path no. 25A uphill to the “Klauserhof”. Across another forest path you reach a road, which leads to the snack station Braunhof. Alternative: different possibilities, f.e. the marked trail no. 25 or 3
Tip: “Blattler mit Kraut”, children’s playground, accessibly by car.

Experience close up the roaring cascade on the natural new created path! A pleasant hiking tour for the whole family. From the Obertal in Jaufental walk on the pasture road respectively the new created hiking trail towards the mountain pasture Bergalm. Along the path cross the Gurgl cascade, which rushes imposingly over rocky territories and pulverizes the water-molecule. Reached the Ontratt valley, the smooth mountain stream induces to a natural Kneipp adventure.

Alternative: from Mittertal on the panoramic path towards the valley.

A narrow rocky gorge, thundering water, and a breathtaking view – the “Hölle” - the hell waterfall is an impressive natural spectacle you definitely shouldn’t miss. The water plunges about 46 metres down a steep rock face, creating a scene that is both powerful and mesmerizing.

The waterfall is also known as a weather oracle: in good weather, fine spray rises and glistens in the sunlight, resembling smoke – that's when “Hell smokes.” On cloudy or rainy days, the effect disappears, giving the waterfall its reputation as a natural weather indicator.

Your short hike to the “Hölle” begins conveniently at the parking area in Stein/Innerpflersch. First, you follow a paved road that soon becomes a well-maintained forest path. This peaceful walk through nature already makes the approach a special experience. After a while, you’ll reach a viewing platform offering an impressive first look at the waterfall.

But your journey doesn’t end there: a narrow trail leads you to a stunning viewpoint, where you can enjoy not only the full beauty of the waterfall but also sweeping views of parts of the Pflersch Valley. On sunny days especially, it’s worth pausing here to soak in the serenity and raw power of this unique spot.