Brandis Waalweg path

The Brandis water channel runs across the sunny slopes above the village of Lana

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At the parking space P4 we proceed along the Passo Palade road until the powerhouse where the Waalweg path branches off left -
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The fruit orchards are in full bloom - a view on Lana di Mezzo with the impressive church -
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Surprise on the path: an open air bookshelf! It is an artwork of the South Tyrolean sculpture path which accompanies the Waalweg path for a part -
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Monastery of Lanegg and view towards Merano with Mount Ivigna on the right -
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Through fruit orchards and vineyards -
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Santa Margareta -
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The Waalweg path partly leads us around the rocks - thanks to the bridge also this section is easy and secure to manage -
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The village of Lana di Sotto with the impressive church is well seen from the path and can also be reached in a few minutes -
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The Waalweg path proceeds still a bit towards south where we also find the ‘Waalrast’, an inn to take a rest -
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Above the golf course of Lana, the Brandis ruin is located -
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The path ends at the awesome waterfall of the Brandis brook -
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The Brandis-Waal irrigation channel was built by the Lord of Brandis in 1835. We start our hiking tour in the centre of Lana, at the parking space P4 in Via Palade road. After following this road for about 100 metres, the Waalweg path branches off to the left and leads across fruit orchards, vineyards and deciduous forests. The water channel is not visible since it runs underground.

The trail is quite wide and also accessible for wheelchairs and prams. Continuing our hiking tour on the Brandis Waalweg path, we enjoy nice views on the village of Lana and its surroundings. After the beautiful S. Margareta Chapel, we finally reach Lana di Sotto, where we pass the South Tyrolean Fruit Growing Museum and finally the parish church of Lana di Sotto, famous for its altar done by Hans Schnatterpeck.

Enjoying some nice views on the Brandis ruin and the golf course, the trail leads into the valley, where we see the Rio Brandis and its waterfall. The trail is only 3.5 km long and we hike the same way back.

Author: AT

Experienced: April 2011
Last update: 2026

stroller-friendly suited for families difficulty: easy promenade

Starting point:

Am Gries - Via Palade junction in Lana di Sopra (327 m a.s.l.)
Overall time:

01:00 h
Total route length:

3,0 km
Altitude:

from 310 m to 384 m
Altitude difference (uphill | downhill):

+92 m | -47 m
Signposts:

no. 10, 1
Destination:

Brandis Waterfall after the parish church in Lana di Sotto (310 m a.s.l.)
Resting points:

Waalrast restaurant (March to November)
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The overall time shown above refers to the walking time only, not including breaks or stops. The information refers to the hike from Lana di Sopra to Lana di Sotto - we walked back along the same route (which doubles the distance and time - alternatively, bus no. 218 will take you from the parish church in Lana di Sotto back to Lana di Sopra in 15 minutes).