Walking is the best way to enjoy wonderful stretches of greenery. During your spring in South Tyrol, you can witness the awakening of nature in the valley and on the alpine meadows in bloom. Midsummer days are equally surprising: people are lured to mountain peaks, marvel at sweeping views and indulge in the traditional dishes served in quaint mountain huts. Go on a hike to watch the spectacle of autumn’s glorious colours and relax in nature.
The alpine hut "Langalm/Grava Longa" (known as "Long-Olbe" in the South Tyrolian dialect) is located at an altitude of 2283 m at the foot of the impressive north faces of the Three Peaks and only accessible by hiking.
For those looking to explore a new, refreshing path, a visit to Redwitzplatz in Gossensass is perfect. The trail begins by crossing the river of Pflerscher at the sports field, then turning right into the wonderful river promenade. Right at the start of this promenade, a small path to the left leads you to Redwitzplatz, where the healing iron spring is located – a true gem for nature and health enthusiasts. From here, various routes open up, leading to Gottschalkweg trail, Vallmingalm hut, or back to the river promenade.
To get there, you can park at the Gossensass train station parking lot, just 10 minutes away. From there, the path takes you through the pedestrian underpass, then turning right into the valley and left at the second side street, heading towards the forest. The football field is visible from a distance, serving as a landmark.
A special highlight at Redwitzplatz is the new barefoot trail, allowing you to connect with the earth naturally – a refreshing and relaxing experience. The area is perfect for relaxation or enjoying a picnic surrounded by nature. If you’re looking for a varied outing in a beautiful setting, this is the place for you.
The Wine Trail ties in with Schenna’s centuries-old tradition of winegrowing. More than 20 stations along the way tell of the work in the vineyard, share knowledge, report on historic events and reveal curious facts about the noble grape juice. Over a distance of 5.3 km, the trail leads, sometimes steeply, sometimes in leisurely fashion, through the sun-kissed terroir and in the process provides fabulous views of Schenna Castle and the spa town of Merano. The Wine Trail can be completed in a good hour and a half. However, the many attractions along the way – such as a flavour station – encourage walkers to take a little more time. Not least so that they can pay a visit to the wine cellars and farm shops, which are practically right by the trail.
Pleasant walk from Sesto, along the river (on the cycle path) to the Restaurant "Alte Säge"
The Flodige is situated in the Nature Park Fanes Sennes Prags/Braies. From the summit you have a beatiful view over the Toblach/Dobbiaco lake and the village Toblach.
On the top of the Strudelkopf/Monte Specie there is located a viewing platform which indicates all the names of the mountain ranges and the mountain summits visible all round.
Discover mysterious things at the Trail of Legends
Starting point: Tesido / parking lot at the Via Unterrainer, ca. 100 m above the parish church
Distance: 4,7 km
Descent: circular hike
Walking time: 01:30 h – 02:00 h
Difficulty: easy
Difference in altitude: 200 m
Information: www.suedtirolmobil.info - Lin. 441
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.
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.).
This summer hike takes us along the sunny side of Toblach/Dobbiaco to the Steinbergalm/Malga Steinberg hut, which is easy reachable and offers a view on the world-famous Three Peaks.
Circular trail „zu Adlitzhausen“
For young and old
Starting point: Tesido Brückenwirt (Bridge) (1190m)
Length of the tour: 3,5 km
Circular hiking tour
Duration: 01:00
Difficulty: easy
Difference in altitude: 70 m
Frondeigen/Franadega is located above Toblach/Dobbiaco with a beautiful view of the village and the Dolomites.
Nice walk to the most famous waterfall in the Pflersch/Fleres Valley. The waterfall "Zur Hölle/All'Inferno" falls 46 meters to the valley bottom.
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.).
The hike to the Lückeleschartl/Forcella del Lago is very beautiful. It passes at the Schafalm hut (closed) and at the lake Mitteralpsee/Lago Malga di Mezzo. Both points invate to a short break. From the Lückeleschartl you have a lovely view on the Three Peaks and the surrounding mountains.
This family hike is above all something special for animal lovers, as it leads directly next to the Altschluderbach animal park and also offers the opportunity to visit it directly. Native animal species such as deer, wild boar, roe deer, native birds and the like are kept there, but because of the large area and the location in the forest, they enjoy complete freedom.
Suitable for baby-roller
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.).
The hiking trail offers a wonderful view of Dobbiaco and leads past the Leitnstöckl chapel. The chapel is of great historical importance as it is one of the plague sticks and is reminiscent of the time of the Black Death in the Alps. The path leads through Dobbiaco and the sunny faction Wahlen.
Suitable for pushchairs
The Paul Grohmann path is a hike in a picturesque, tranquil valley far from major tourism centres. In 1869 first climbers Paul Grohmann, Peter Salcher and Franz Innerkofler used this path to conquer the Große Zinne/Cima Grande.
The Open Air Museum on the Monte Piano of the First World War is one of the most important witness of the battles between Austria and Italy in the years 1915-1917. It consists of trench warfares, tunnels and emplacements.
The Marchkinkele/Cornetto di Confine offers a beautiful view over the Pustertal /Val Pusteria valley and the Dolomites. The Marchhütte/Rifugio March hut is located just below the summit.
The river Silvesterbach has shaped the area around Dobbiaco/Toblach very significantly: the watershed was moved from Versciaco/Vierschach to Dobbiaco/Toblach, earth pyramids were created, but also deep trenches, the expansion of which has been slowed down for some time by the torrent construction. The Sylvesto circular hiking trail is to be on the following seven Provide insights into the eventful history of Dobbiaco/Toblach and the river Silversterbach: old San Silvestro/Wahlern, the earth pyramids, the fortifications, the greening measures in the trenches, the San Silvestro/Silvester spring, the San Silvestro/Silvester chapel and the periadriatic seam (an important geological fracture zone) at the bottom corner.
You can find detailed information on the individual stations in the following blog www.sylvesto-kreis.blogspot.com.
The origins and myths, customs and history, cultivation, combating of pests, harvesting, beliefs and superstitions: since just recently, everything that there is to know about apples can be discovered on this circular trail through Schenna’s sun-kissed landscape with its magnificent views. Through informative texts and interactive displays the Apple Trail gives hikers a closer insight into Schenna's fruit-growing area and its history. Covering a distance of 3.7 km and with a manageable elevation gain of 180 m, the Apple Trail is suitable as an entertaining hike for young and old alike, on which not only beehives and apple wind chimes can be found, but also farm shops where you can try home-made products.
This hiking tour which leads on the Golfen/Monte Calvo our offers a wonderful view over the Dolomites.
