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The Venosta Valley High Mountain Trail

Excursions on Monte Sole mountain in South Tyrol

The Venosta Valley High Mountain Trail in South Tyrol is a multi-day hiking trip at great heights, a true attraction for hikers. Its path develops from the Adige river source at the Resia Pass in the north until Stava/Staben in the Lower Venosta Valley. The rich and varied vegetation of Monte Sole mountain and the splendid panoramic views of the Ortler  mountain make the journey a unique experience. The Venosta Valley High Mountain Trail offers usually good weather conditions, as well as a clear view of the glaciers, a perfect trip for lovers of mountains and nature.

The Venosta Valley High Mountain Trail passes through various stages of the Monte Sole hiking trail. The 108 km long trail takes several days. The individual stages can be made also as day trips, since the Venosta Valley High Mountain Trail is easily accessible from many locations of the valley. Each stage offers unique features as well as breathtaking views, cultural highlights and local gastronomy, making a mountain holiday in the Venosta Valley in South Tyrol a rich and unforgettable experience. Between Patsch and the abandoned Zuckbichl farm, the Venosta Valley High Mountain Trail leads over a newly built, almost 80-metre-long suspension bridge over the Fallerbach stream. The bridge can be walked on all year round.

Tip
We recommend booking your accommodation in advance, as accommodation opportunities are limited. For those, who decide spontaneously to hike along the Trail, we recommend the weekdays (not the weekend). The best time to hike is from April to October. In midsummer, however, temperatures can be very high.

Key information at a glance
Starting point and arrival:
 Stava/Staben – Resia/Reschen – Adige river spring
Length: 108 km
Duration: 5 daily stages
Difference in height: approx. 5600 m
Descent: approx. 4600 m
Degree of difficulty: for more experienced hikers (requirements: good physical condition and mountain experience)
Hiking map: Professional hiking maps of The Venosta Valley High Mountain Trail: Tappeiner, 1: 50.000
Hiking Shuttle Services: Taxis Iris, Malles/Mals, Tel. +39 333 565 74 64
Mobil Car, Silandro/Schlanders, Tel .: +39 338 5 07 54 62
Stecher – Stegges Taxi, Silandro, Tel .: +39 335 544 06 20
The entire Venosta High Mountain Trail in South Tyrol is well-signposted with a red logo    vinschger-hoehenweg-markierung
Route description Venosta Valley High Mountain Trail
Venosta Valley High Mountain Trail
Stage 4: Closure from the junction with hiking trail no. 7, location "Tappein", to the entrance of the Schlandrauntal valley until further notice.
33:34 h
4852 hm
106.3 km
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Venosta Valley High Mountain Trail, Stage 1: From Resia to Planol/Planeil
From Resia to Planol/Planeil: Difference in height: 956 hm Descent: 920 hm Length: 20,5 km Duration: 6 - 6,5h The Venosta Valley High Mountain Trail ...
6:30 h
956 hm
20.5 km
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Venosta Valley High Mountain Trail, Stage 2: From Planol to the Glieshöfe farms
From Planol to the Glieshöfe farms: Difference in height: 1,633 hm Descent: 1,391 hm Length: 26.8 km Duration: 9.5 - 10 h This physically challenging ...
8:47 h
1473 hm
27.831 km
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Venosta Valley High Mountain Trail, Stage 3: From the Glieshöfe farms to Tanas
From the Glieshöfe farms to Tanas: Difference in height: 780 hm Descent: 1.060 hm Length: 21,7 km Duration: 6 - 6,5 h This stage begins at the ...
6:30 h
780 hm
21.7 km
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Venosta Valley High Mountain Trail, Stage 4: From Tanas to San Martino in Monte/St. Martin im Kofel
Closure from the junction with hiking trail no. 7, location "Tappein", to the entrance of the Schlandrauntal valley until further notice.
8:30 h
1360 hm
24.8 km
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Venosta Valley High Mountain, Stage 5: From San Martino in Monte to Stava/Staben
From San Martino in Monte to Stava/Staben: Difference in height: 290 hm Descent: 1.400 hm Length: 13 km Duration: 4 - 4,5 h The fourth stage requires ...
3:28 h
263 hm
12.615 km
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Hiking along the Venosta Valley High Mountain Trail

This scenic trail leads through the diverse landscapes of the Vinschgau valley – with views of the Ortler range, quiet mountain farms, larch forests and dry alpine slopes. Multi-day hiking packages offer overnight stays along the route, detailed stage planning, and optional luggage transport for a more relaxed trekking experience.
Hiking Package – Venosta Valley High Trail
The Venosta Valley High Trail, which runs from the source of the Adige River at the Reschen Pass to Juval Castle at the entrance to the Schnalstal Valley, ...
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3-day hike – Venosta Valley High Mountain Trail
The Venosta Valley High Trail, which runs from the source of the Adige River at the Reschen Pass to Juval Castle at the entrance to the Schnalstal Valley, ...
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