Winter Hiking in Avelengo and Merano 2000

Through the snow-covered larch forests of Avelengo, Verano and Merano 2000

On the sunny mountain plateau, visitors will find easy and basic as well as more demanding routes for winter hiking in Avelengo/Hafling, Verano/Vöran and Merano 2000. On the terraces of traditional mountain inns and huts, South Tyrolean specialties such as dumpling soup (Knödelsuppe) and Kaiserschmarrn are especially to be recommended. The panoramic views from the mountain plateau extend to the peaks of the Texelgruppe Nature Park and towards the Dolomites and the Ortler, and up to the Brenta mountain summits in neighboring Trentino.

For those who wish to experience the winter landscape of Avelengo, Verano and Merano 2000 as a group, guided tours and snowshoe hikes are offered with local hiking guide Stephan.

The perfect complement to a day of nature experiences is a visit to the Terme Merano or a shopping excursion in the nearby spa town.

Our winter hiking tips

Winter hikes

Knottnkino - Winter hiking

The Knottnkino (Rock cinema) is an open-air cinema—but the only film playing is a spectacular panoramic mountain view.

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Knottnkino in Verano - Short hike

The Knottnkino is a lookout point. It's outfitted with thirty cinema seats, where the hikers can take a seat and enjoy the unique experience: nature as cinema.

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Knottnkino in Verano

The Knottnkino (Knott meaning rock, kino meaning cinema) is one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Verano/Vöran and is located upon the Rotsteinkogel mountain.

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Hike to Leadner Alm Mountain Hut

This hike is an easy and family-friendly route which can even be done with a buggy. The Weiher Bruggen pond is one of the attractions: it is a resting place for young and old. Parents can enjoy the view toward the Ifinger mountain whilst children can admire the many fish in the pond.

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To the Beimstein Knott

The Beimstein Knott is one of three tuff knolls. These three tuff knolls are of volcanic origin and are unparalleled in South Tyrol.

Winter hikes

Short Hike to the Waidmannalm Mountain Hut

This short hike leads to the Waidmannalm Mountain Hut. It is very easy walk and suitable for families with children.

Snowshoe hikes

The Three-Alpine-Farms Panoramic Hike

The Three-Alpine-Farms Hike, which leads to three different alpine farms, affords fabulous views as it leads hikers through the plateau’s unique landscape and past the Bruggen Pond.

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To the little St. Kathrein Church

The famous little church in Santa Caterina/St. Kathrein is situated on a rise in Avelengo/Hafling and can be seen from far away in Merano and Environs. The Romanesque church has its origins in the 13th century and features well-preserved frescos from the 14th century. Fantastic views of the city of Merano/Meran as well as the Texelgruppe range can be enjoyed from the church.

Our snowshoe hiking tips

Snowshoe hikes, Ski tours

Loop hike to the Kreuzjöchl

The panorama trail from Falzeben to Kreuzjöchl is an ideal route for sporty sun worshippers.

Snowshoe hikes

The Three-Alpine-Farms Panoramic Hike

The Three-Alpine-Farms Hike, which leads to three different alpine farms, affords fabulous views as it leads hikers through the plateau’s unique landscape and past the Bruggen Pond.

Snowshoe hikes

Winter Hike to the Stone Men

The “Stoanerne Mandln“ stone men are located atop a remarkable knoll on Alpine pasture and tower at an elevation of 2,000 metres. Human figures made of stone such as these can also be found in other parts of South Tyrol: they served as a landmark frequently or were simply built by shepherds to pass the time.

Winter hikes, Snowshoe hikes

Snowy Loop Hike to Moschwaldalm Mountain Hut

Romantice hike through the snowy winter woods, away from the bustle of the ski area Merano 2000.

Snowshoe hikes

Panoramic Hike for Fit Hikers

Another much-loved winter hiking trail starts out in Avelengo/Hafling, passes the Wurzer Alm and Vöraner Alm Mountain Huts, continues on to Kreuzjöchl and then across the snowy pass from Verano/Vöran to Avelengo above the timberline.

Winter hiking map of the Tschögglberg mountain plateau

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