Nordic Walking in South Tyrol

We start at the Selva skating arena and follow path no. 17A to the first station of the cross, and from there on path no. 17A over the Rifugio Juac in the direction of Rifugio Firenze (path no. 3-1) and over path no. 13 into the UNESCO World Heritage Puez-Geisler Park in the direction of Pieralongia. We then take path no. 4A which brings us to the mountain station of the Col Raiser cable car. We continue on path no. 4 to the Gamsblut hut, from there along path no. 1A to the Sangon hut, past the Lech Ciaulonch and then on path no. 3 to the Rifugio Juac, which leads back to the Selva skating arena.

This easy running route starts above Schenna and runs for 1,5 kilometers along the Wiesenweg path to the restaurant Thurnerhof, then returns to the starting point via the Verdinser Straße.

The round of the Reschensee is a special experience for hikers and runners. The wonderful views of the Ortler is unique. The tower in the lake completes the picture. He is the last witness of the sunken village of Graun which can live the story.

This route circling the Sassolungo massif is a superlative trial run. The beautiful landscape and the breathtaking views will make you forget the physical exertion. The route runs mostly on a constant elevation between approx. 2,200 m and 2,300 m, so that you experience only small changes in elevation. Starting point is at Sella Pass, from here we run alongside the path no. 557 (Friedrich August Way) to the Rifugio Sasso Piatto. Then we take the no. 527 path, which brings us below the Sasso Piatto to where it forks off to the Rifugio Vicenza. From here, we take the path no. 526 to Tramans. Here we continue on path no. 526 to the Comici hut and over the Città dei Sassi back to the Sella Pass.

From the parking lot of the Hirzer cable car station in Saltaus, the way leads down to the Passer causeway and continues to the Torgglerhof Apple Hotel. From there, the trail alongside the old irrigation channel leads up to Schenna – or, after the Waaler hut, in the direction of Riffian and Meran. After about 1.5 hours you reach Meran, from where you can easily take the bus back to Saltaus. Total length: 10 km

This easy running route starts at St. Georgen and runs 3 kilometers via the apple orchards and the St. Georgener Straße back to St. Georgen.

This easy 1.5-kilometer route starts at the Schenna tourist office and follows the sidewalk along Schlossweg to Verdinser Straße, then back to the starting point.

This easy running route starts at St. Georgen and runs 3 kilometers via the apple orchards and the St. Georgener Straße back to St. Georgen.

This track connects the Nordic walking Route in the valley to paths on the slopes of the Sonnenberg mountain. Starting from the Nischlhof farm, the way leads along the Kirchbachgraben to Engelsburg and then up towards the Salten Kirchweg to Höfl and on upwards to the Unterstell farm at 1,300mt. You can then take the Unterstell/Naturno cable-car back to the valley. Please remember to check the cable-car timetable.

The Puez circuit is an absolute treat for those who love long trail runs in alpine terrain. We go right at the entrance to the Vallunga, taking the path no. 12 through the Chedul Valley to Creispëina Pass. From the beginning, it’s quite steep, partially in steps, until the valley begins to open and becomes gentler and flatter. From Crespëina Pass we continue over the Dolomite High Path no. 2 to the Rifugio Puez, from there we continue to follow the High Path no. 2 until it diverges in path no. 16, which brings us back to Vallunga.

This moderately difficult running route starts above the St. Georgen district at Vernaun Castle and runs 5 kilometers along the Schenner Waalweg and Buschenschank Salfgut back to the starting point.

For all action and adventure passionate, the San Vigilio dolomites region is the place to be: mountain biking and hiking, Nordic-Walking or running are just some of the activities summer holidays in San Vigilio have to offer. From the village square via Valiares follow the trail called “Tres La Val” up to the “Spiaggetta Ciamaor” park. From there following the signs to “Tres La Val” and continue on the right side of the stream to Fodara Masaronn. One-way: 5 km

The lake Haidersee is a natural lake with a biotope areas, lead two boardwalks over which. Signs along the way describe the different bird and fish species in the region.

This easy running route starts at the tourism office Schenna and runs for 2 kilometers along the Schlossweg, Wiesenweg path and the Waldweg path.

From the “Mar Dolomit” swimming pool in Ortisei we run along the stream into the valley and follow the no. 18 path, which leads us over the path no. 30B until just under Monte Pana, past the notable Tervela Waterfall. At the base station of the chair lift we turn right to Ruacia, take the Ruacia road uphill to the roundabout in the centre of S. Cristina and from there up the Cisles road until we turn left over the old railway back to Ortisei. Longer Variant: We run along path no. 18, which takes us through the wild romantic Jender Valley towards Saltria and over the path no. 30A to the Monte Pana high plateau.

This simple running route starts at the Schenna mini-golf course and stretches over 3.5 kilometers along Verdinser Straße, Wiesenweg path , and Bloseggweg path.

A popular running route starts from the northwestern edge of Reschen village towards the Rescher Alm. Always follow the signs for Rescher Alm and marker number 3 along the bike path, past the Mühlanderhof, across the meadows, and later on the forest path past Tendershof. After several switchbacks on trail number 3B, you reach the Rescher Alm, which is managed year-round and offers a unique view of the lake and surrounding villages. The return is via trail number 7, past Vallierteck.

Nordic Walking Moderately difficult, two-hour tour to the ancient healing baths and thermal springs of Innichen / San Candido and the Riese-Haunoldhütte / Rifugio Gigante Baranci refuge, in the middle of the forest. Return possibility by the chairlift.

Starting point: San Candido, hiking time: 2 hours, difference of level: 300 m

The chairlift Haunold/Baranci and the Riese-Haunoldhütte / Rifugio Gigante Baranci refuge are open from the end of May until the the beginning of October and from the beginning of December until the end of March.

The running trail from Melag to the Melager Alm in Langtaufers is a scenic route for running enthusiasts. The run starts at the parking lot in the hamlet of Melag. From the parking lot, you run into the valley and turn right between the houses. Signs 2 and 5 mark the path, which is also clearly visible without markings. With a gentle incline, you jog to the Karlinbach, cross the bridge, and continue on a flat path to the alm. At the valley's end, there are impressive views of the snow-capped peaks surrounding the Weißkugel, with numerous three-thousanders flanking the valley to the north and south. The return is via the same route.
As an alternative for runners, starting from the hamlet of Kappl at the former valley station of the Maseben lift is recommended, where you can follow the forest road to the Melager Alm

This moderately challenging, partly steep running route starts at the Taser cable car valley station and extends for 3 kilometers along the Ifinger Straße and Verdinser Straße for returning to the starting point.

This moderately difficult running route starts near the valley station of the Taser cable car and runs 4,5 kilometers along the Schenner Waalweg and the orchards back to the starting point.

This easy 4-kilometer route starts at the planted flower heart in the center of Schenna and follows Mitterplattweg path to the edge of the village, then returns to the starting point along the sidewalk of Schennaer Straße.

The tour into the Vallunga is the ideal introductory tour for first-time mountain bikers or for families. It is toned-down because the tour goes not go into the upper Vallunga, but only just as far as the mouth of the valley.