The Brandis Waalweg promenade links Lana and Niederlana with an easy walk through the gently shaped cultural landscape of the region Lana. At around 2.5 km in length, with just 30 metres of ascent, the route takes about 50 minutes and is well suited to families with pushchairs.
The path leads through chestnut groves, vineyards and apple orchards, opening up lovely views over Lana and the surrounding valley landscape. On summer afternoons, several shaded stretches make the walk especially pleasant.
Waalwege, the historic irrigation paths of South Tyrol, reflect a close connection between people and landscape. They once allowed the water keepers to inspect and maintain the channels that brought water to meadows and fields. Along the Brandis Waalweg promenade, however, the watercourse runs mostly underground. That means you neither see nor hear water along the route – an important difference from many other waal paths.
What makes this route especially appealing is the way nature and culture meet along the way. The walk passes by, or close to, important sights such as the parish church of Niederlana with its famous Schnatterpeck altar and the South Tyrolean Museum of Fruit Cultivation. At the end, the Brandis waterfall adds a refreshing final highlight.
The route can be enjoyed all year round. One short steep section of about 20 metres above the parish church of Niederlana may be difficult for wheelchair users. For anyone wishing to round off the walk with a break, the Waalrast in Niederlana is a pleasant place to stop.