General description
A scenic circular hike exploring the historic Nörderberg mountain slope above Partschins. Irrigation channel paths, high trails and woodland sections combine with fine views over the Merano area, making this an ideal tour for families and relaxed walkers.
Route description
Tour Start
Töll/Tel bridge
Tour End
Töll/Tel bridge
Töll Bridge – cycling route Via Claudia Augusta – Adige weir at Töll – Marlengo irrigation channel path – Marlengo High Path – restaurant Brünnl – road towards historic Quadrat farms – restaurant Niederhof – Töll Bridge
The hike starts at Töll Bridge (508 m). From here, follow the Via Claudia Augusta cycle and walking path to the Adige weir at Töll and on to the start of the Marlengo irrigation channel path.
Following this easy path, after about 30 minutes you reach the crossing of trail 9, a gently ascending paved road. From here, the route joins the Marlengo High Path, which is followed towards Marlengo/Tscherms.
The trail continues through dense deciduous woodland and past Buchlechner Farm. After around 20 minutes, you reach the start of the footpath towards Quadrat. Follow waymark 35A, which leads uphill in a pleasant 30-minute ascent to the restaurant Brünnl (880 m).
For the return, follow the road briefly towards the historic Quadrat farms, passing the restaurant Niederhof. Here, join trail 29, which descends directly back to Töll and leads to Töll Bridge, completing the circular walk.
Description to arrive at destination
The starting points of our hiking tours can be reached comfortably and in an environmentally friendly way by bus and train. With the South Tyrol Guest Pass, all public transport throughout South Tyrol can be used free of charge – no need to search for parking. Tip: timetables and connections are available at www.suedtirolmobil.info.
Parking
Parking options in Partschins are limited. In order to protect the local natural area and support sustainable travel, we recommend using public transport. Thank you for helping to protect this area!
Public transport
Timetable search: https://www.suedtirolmobil.info/en/