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Archaik path

General description

This path leads the hiker to the mountain village of Stelvio, past parts of the historic trans-alpine crossing route and past the prehistoric settlement of „Gaschlin“. There will be a panoramic view of the Ortles range during the hike. The historically important points will be pointed out by information panels. Possibilities to stop for a bite to eat: Albergo Traube, Stilfserhof, Albergo Sole

Route description

Starting from Prato and walking towards Agumes until the upper bridge of the Solda River, the entrance of trail number 11 can be found. Passing the hamlet „Gargitz“, the path leads to the „Patzleidhof“ farm. From there, paths number 11 and 34 lead, going gently uphill, to Stelvio. It is recommended to walk back via the Agumes irrigation channel path (number 33).

Description to arrive at destination
FromMerano, aswellasfromtheResiaPass, takethedescentfromSpondinigtoPradamStilfserjoch. Fromthere, weheadtowardsGlurnstothestartingpoint, theSuldenbachBridge, onthewesternoutskirtsofPrad.
Parking
ParkingatthelocalcemeteryofPrad, 500mwalkfromthestartingpoint.
Duration 4:45 h
Length 13.6 km
Difficulty medium
Difference in height uphill 608 hm
Difference in height downhill 608 hm
Difference in height 1420 m
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