Hikes in Vandoies

Once you arrive in Vintl, you will quickly realise that there is not only hiking to do, but also many other possibilities. The Italian joie de vivre and the Alpine cosiness form a wonderful alliance here in South Tyrol - enjoying yourself is the number one priority. Make sure you take enough time to sample the delicious cuisine on offer in the restaurants and inns.

Explore the different parts of the municipality, especially Niedervintl, Obervintl and Pfunders, or take a trip to the neighbouring villages of Terenten or Meransen, before setting off for hiking in the Pfunderer mountains.

The highlights in the village include:

• over 30 listed churches, chapels, mills and farmhouses
• the Loden Museum in the "Lodencity", a world of experience where visitors can learn about the production of loden
• the Capriz cheese dairy, where handmade goat cheese of the best quality is sold

And for those who don't just want to discover the hiking trails around Vintl, there are well-laid cycle paths through the Pustertal valley.

Do you like hiking through the beautiful nature of South Tyrol and enjoy a new, breathtaking view at every turn? Then put on your hiking boots and set off on a circular walk that is one of the most beautiful hikes in the region around Vintl. You hike along firm paths, through the forest, across meadows and partly also along stony mountain paths to the Kiener Alm - always along the southern flank of the Gitschberg. For the route, which starts at the valley station of the Gitschberg cable car and is easy to reach by car or public transport, you need about three hours of pure walking time and an average level of fitness.

If you are travelling with children, the Elfenweg near Obervintl is one of the hikes you should not miss. Easily accessible hiking trails lead through the forest for a good 3 kilometres. On the way there are many signposts and information about flora and fauna, you pass a deer enclosure and can finally make a detour to a roaring waterfall on the way back. Especially in summer, the Elfenweg is a highly recommended hike.

If you are in good shape and sure-footed, you have a huge choice of mountain hikes and via ferratas around Vintl - strenuous but absolutely worthwhile. How about a hiking addventure over the Eidechsspitze, the imposing lookout peak? The somewhat longer circular route from Terenten via the Eidechsspitze to the Tiefrastenhütte is also recommended for experienced and sure-footed hikers with summit ambitions. For the 18 kilometres and 1,500 metres of ascent and descent, you should plan on about seven hours of pure walking time.

All those who enjoy hiking for several days will enjoy the Pfunderer Höhenweg. Here, alpine experience including climbing ability and a head for heights is a prerequisite. Hikers are rewarded with scenic highlights that leave lasting impressions: The view of the Dolomites and the Zillertal Alps will fascinate you. The complete GPS data can be downloaded here.