Snowshoeing in the Gsiesertal Valley: rustic alpine huts and Dolomites views

This tour is ideal if you already have some snowshoeing experience. From the head of the valley in St. Magdalena, you walk to the Rotmoos car park and follow forest road no. 53 to the Acherle Alm. At the rustic alpine huts, you take a short break and enjoy beautiful views of the Prags Dolomites. You then continue downhill to the Kradorfer Alm. Following the Squirrel Trail, you return to your starting point. If there is little snow, you use microspikes. Bring your own packed lunch or stop for refreshments along the way.

Difficulty: medium.

Time: 09:00 am.-03:00 pm.

Walking time: 3-4 hours.

Altitude difference: 446 m.

Route length: 7 km.

Meeting point: 09:00 am at the bus stop at the head of the valley in St. Magdalena in the Gsiesertal Valley.

Cost: S1 (07.12-24.12 + 07.01-05.02 + 15.02-28.02) GP 0 €, 10 €; S2 (25.12-06.01 + 06.02-14.02) GP 5 €, 15 €; Snowshoe rental included.

Registration: Online booking by Wednesday, 05:00 pm. at www.gsieser-tal.com/programme or directly at the tourist information office of the Dolomites Panorama Region Gsiesertal-Welsberg-Taisten, T. +39 0474 978436.

Arrival

The bus stop is located at the head of the valley in St. Magdalena.

Paid car park at the head of valley.

Green Mobility: We recommend taking bus line 441.

Timetable: www.suedtirolmobil.info.

Bus stop: St. Magdalena in Gsies, Talschluss

Good to know

Bring your own snowshoes or reserve them free of charge when you sign up. Wear sturdy, waterproof hiking or mountaineering boots that extend well above your ankles – Moon Boots and après-ski boots are not suitable. Wrap up in warm winter clothing, gloves and a hat. Pack a change of clothes if needed, along with a hot drink and a small snack for the walk.

Cancellation conditions

Please contact the Gsiesertal-Welsberg-Taisten holiday region on info@gsieser-tal.com. You can cancel your registration by the registration deadline and receive a refund of the amount paid.

Additional info

Guided snowshoe tour or winter hike, depending on snow conditions.

Location

Contact

Registration required

Meeting point