Relaxation and nature all the way! Right at the back of the val Passiria valley, a hiking paradise lies waiting to be discovered. A unique tour, combining pristine nature and tranquility. With a radiating winter sun filling us with the energy needed for the trip, we also might just have with us the best tasting Speck in the entire valley.
The roughness of the Dolomites and the sweetness of the green meadows, plenty of chances to relax and to be active: This and much more is what the summer in South Tyrol means. We have collected some highlights from this long expected season.
Today we make an excursion to the sunny side of the Alps. Our hike proceeds along the famous Meran High Route, starting at Katharinaberg in the Val Senales valley, to Unterstell. We go by bus and cable car, walk through gorgeous autumnal landscapes and enjoy a very varying hike across meadows and woods.
A challenging mountain hike or a leisurely stroll through alpine meadows and woods, a hearty meal at a mountain lodge, a round with a paraglider above Merano … All this and much more can be experienced on a hiking day in Schenna.
Our hike begins in S. Leonardo in the Val Passiria valley, taking us through a gorge on the way to Moso in Passiria. The two and a half hour hike is a true adventure, taking hikers over countless bridges and steel grates, always surrounded by the stunning Passirio Gorge. The force of the water has sculpted beautiful rock formations over millennia, which is sure to leave lasting impressions.
The Sopranes Lakes are turquoise gems found at the end of the Val Sopranes Valley. The ten, crystal clear turquoise mountain lakes are the core of the Gruppo di Tessa Nature Park. The lakes can be found at different altitudes ranging from 2120m to 2590m. The Long Lake and the Green Lake are the largest of their kind in the high alpine, lake areas of Europe. We took a closer look during a two-day excursion.
Living like the nobles back in the 14th century. Today we undertake a journey to discover more about the „Schildhöfler“, otherwise known as Shield Farms in the Val Passiria valley while at the same time getting to know the local residents that lie there. The circular route takes around two hours and begins in Saltusio, taking us past a few Shield Farms. Experience a trip back in time, over 700 years into the history of the Val Passiria Valley!
With its 12 km the Marlengo Waalweg Path is the longest one throughout South Tyrol. Above the Meran basin we walk through chestnut groves, apple orchards and past steep rocks and enjoy gorgeous panoramic views. The adventure trail offers information about flora and fauna in this region. Come with us and discover some particularities.
Starting at Lagundo right two particular lifts – a chair lift and a basket lift – take me up to 1,500 metres asl., onto a panorama path above the Val d’Adige with gorgeous views. On my way I look over a cook’s shoulder while preparing traditional delicacies, meet a local hiking guide who gives me valuable hiking tips and may visit a special cheese treasury.
Autumn is arriving and invites with its mild temperatures to walking tours through the colourful landscape. For the farmers the harvest season has started and brings along one of the oldest South Tyrolean traditions, the “Törggelen”. During a relaxing walk along the Lagundo Waalweg Path and across meadows lots of nature can be experienced.
Our trip to the Sopranes lakes begins from Velloi in Lagundo. These high-alpine lakes can be found situated in the heart of the Gruppo di Tessa Nature Park, South Tyrol‘s biggest nature park.
The Riolagundo forest-themed trail offers a unique, in-depth insight into the ecosystem of the forest. Visitors obtain plenty of information regarding the local fauna and flora, making this leisurely walk an interesting one indeed. We would be more than happy if you could join us on our trip as discover more about the forest in a playful manner.
Our four and a half hour circular hike starts at the end of the Val d‘Ultimo Valley. The trail leads past many lakes and waterfalls along the way. The hike is not too difficult and we are rewarded with stunning views the entire way.
There is a spectacular hike waiting to be discovered in the Gruppo di Tessa Nature Park. This hike takes us through the Thousand Steps Gorge, located between Monucco and Unterstell. A nine-kilometre long walk awaits us.
Due to its central position, Merano is a perfect starting point for hikes in Val d’Ultimo, Val Passiria, Val Venosta and Val Senales and an ideal place to stay when doing hiking holidays. This is where everyone finds a path to his taste, as the area includes both easy promenades and challenging mountain hikes.
Ideal for hiking are late summer as well as autumn, but also spring makes visitors enjoy the warm sunrays, apple trees in full blossom and mild climate outside.
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