Randonnée à Merano et dans les environs

The Schildhöfeweg trail (Schildhöfe are typical farms of Passeiertal Valley) starts at the Saltauserhof farm in Saltusio. The old valley trail leads through the woods to Haupold farm before reaching Granstein farm. Along the way, there are info stations on subjects ranging from the chestnut groves, the forest, Cardinal Haller and the Passeier Valley Tribunal. After the final 2 km stretch from Granstein farm, the route leads back to the starting point along the Passer river causeway.

In winter some sections of the route may be covered in snow or ice.

The trail is not suitable for pushchairs.

An easy but fascinating archaeological trail from Monte Santa Caterina/Katharinaberg up to Obermairalm Mountain Hut, along an almost level trail to Dickeralm Mountain Hut, through a beautiful larch forest to the Linthof farm and from there to the gondola lift that takes us down to Naturno/Naturns in a few minutes.

This panoramic trail leads from the pasture Außere Schwemmalm around the ridge of Mutegg and opens the view of the glacier Hasenohr. The descent goes from pasture Innere Schwemmalm to the underlying mountain farms to S. Nicolò/St. Nikolaus and down the path of farms up to Pracupola. Return from St. Nicholas also possible with the bus!

Farmstead Hike on Marlinger Berg Mountain with start in the car park below Lebenberg Castle.

Route of the Ötzi Trailrun on the Sonnenberg / Monte Sole of Naturno

Varied hike along the "Mühlenweg" to Grissiano/Grissian

Easy and eventful hike through orchards and forest, largely suitable for prams in winter. The path is mostly cleared in winter.

In winter some sections of the route may be covered in snow or ice.

The trail is not suitable for pushchairs.

Easy but eventful hike with beatuiful views above Tesimo/Tisens.

Attention: the path is not cleared in winter and can be icy in places. Always wear good shoes!

The Merano High Mountain Trail is one of the loveliest circular hikes in the Alpine region. It runs around the edge of the Texelgruppe Nature Park and offers a magnificent panoramic view of the surrounding valleys and mountain landscapes. The almost 100 km-long Merano High Mountain Trail was opened in 1985 and is designated trail number 24.
The final stage of the Merano High Mountain Trail runs from Matatz in the Passeier valley to the Hochmuth in Dorf Tirol/Tirolo.

Offering panoramic views of the way at an intermediate level above the Grubberg of St. Moritz leads slightly downhill to the valley station 2-seater chairlift and conifer woods to Steinrast. The ascent over Breiteben to St. Moritz opens a wonderful view to the Hohen Dieb and Peilstein.

Easy and interesting walk with many views from Tisens/Tesimo and Prissian/Prissiano. Suitable for push chairs, section illuminated at night.

Route of the Ötzi Trailrun on the Sonnenberg / Monte Sole of Naturno

This easy circular route starts at the Tourist Office in San Leonardo. Crossing the steel bridge (above the bus station), follow the road on the right all the way up to the church. The route then passes the Brühwirt Restaurant leading right up to the primary school buildings. Turn right and take the Happergweg road as far as the Happerg farm at the edge of the forest. Follow the signs to the Andreas-Hofer-Rundweg circuit until Gerlosweg/Via Gerlos road then turn right across the main street and continue to the historic Sandwirt farm, Andreas Hofer’s place of birth and the museum named after him. The route back to San Leonardo follows the Gandellenweg road, under the main road.

In winter some sections of the route may be covered in snow or ice.

The path is not suitable for pushchairs.

Built: 1820
Refreshments: Ulfaser Alm mountain hut, Waalerhütte mountain hut
Due to altitude this hiking trail is not recommended until early summer.

High Altitude Hike on Vigiljoch in Lana with begin at 1,450 meters.

This tour, that can be done from early spring to late autumn, depending on the weather, takes us along the highest grain farm in Europe. Grain was cultivated at this altitude right up to the second half of the last century, when the construction of the dam and reservoir also changed the climate of the Schnalstal Valley. There are archaic structures along this trail that have only changed slightly during the development of mountain farming over thousands of years.

Exciting hike via Lana and Foiana/Völlan to Tesimo/Tisens, passing monasteries and churches and the idyllic pond of Narano/Naraun

Alpine hike to the one-time highest grain farm in Europe the Finailhof farm (1,973 m).

In winter some sections of the route may be covered in snow or ice.

The path is not suitable for pushchairs.

Exciting hike from Lana to Tesimo/Tisens

The Laugenspitze is with 2.434 meters the highest mountain of the Nonsberg group in South Tyrol. Its striking double peak consists of the big Laugen and the small Laugen. The peak is accessible by several marked hiking trails. The easiest of these paths leads over the gentle south ridge.

The first leisure promenade in Lana was developed into an extended trail in 1888/89 by the then Teiss landlord, Alois Stauder. From the center of the village of Lana in just a few minutes you will find yourself suddenly surrounded by the "wild" nature of the enchanting Gaulschlucht gorge; splashing water, peace & quiet, steep rock faces and rope bridges.

A hike with amazing views of probably the oldest meadows in South Tyrol

Section of the Archaeological Trail A 7 - The Archaeological Hiking Map with additional information is available free of charge at the archeoParc Schnalstal or at the Tourism Office Schnalstal Valley

The hike with snowshoes begins on the top of the Gampen Pass - Passo Palade (1518 m), on the opposite side of the Gasthof Gampenass Hotel. Following the forest road you'll reach the Laugen Alm (1853 m) in about 1,5 hour. Just over halfway up you can take a shortcut to the Laugen Alm by following the hiking path no. 10. The Laugen Alm (closed over the winter months) is located on a small plateau with a gorgeous and inspiring view on the Dolomites. From the Laugen Alm you ca add a 40 minutes walk southwards on the path no. 10A (150 m elevation gain) to reach a small panoramic saddle just over the tree line at about 1950 m. (Pay attention in case of fresh snow or snowdrifts formed by the wind). From here, you can admire the majesty of the Maddalene mountains and the magnificent Brenta Dolomites. The way back is the same as the way up.

The hiking trail at the cultural border between South Tyrol and the Province of Trento runs over mountain pastures, meadows and trough forests. The 14 adventure points along the way offer insight into the natural richness and originality of this landscape.

The Norggensteig Trail in Passeiertal Valley leads to a storybook world. The theme trail starts from the Sandhof farmstead (inn and Museum.Passeier), following the Gandöllenweg Trail along the Passer River and through a biotope to Auerbrücke bridge. Across the bridge and past a water wheel there’s an uphill hike to the Auerhof inn. En route, it’s worth stopping to take a look at the roadside shrine. After passing the farm, the trail leads through the woods where a lookout point yields magnificent views of San Leonardo and its surroundings. The forest trail continues into a small clearing with depictions of local fables and legends, as well as a gaming table, swings and a wooden picnic table. Passing a cave and a forest hut on the ascent through the Norggental Valley, the trail leads through a tangled forest road to the Waldfrüchte Station. Ahead lies a downhill stretch over the grass down to the water station. Continuing downhill on the tar road then on a narrow path, until the Enerpass electric power station where one can pause and contemplate the nearby apiculture and fishing theme trail. The return to the starting point is along the Passer River towards San Leonardo or on the Gandöllenweg trail.

The trail is not suitable for pushchairs.

Moderately difficult circular route via Nalles/Nals according to Sirmiano/Sirmian - condition required

A special adventure at Meran 2000 is the idyllic loop trail that runs from either Falzeben or Piffing to Kratzberger See Lake. The small mountain lake, which is easily accessible to families with children, offers a magnificent view of the neighbouring Sarntal Valley. Hikers can cool tired feet in the cold water.
Please note: This is not a bathing lake.