The Waalweg Trail

Hiking along the irrigation channel

Twelve kilometers long, the Marlinger Waalweg trail is a popular hiking trail which runs along the former irrigation channels, the longest of its kind in South Tyrol. Starting at the Töllbrücke bridge, the 250 year-old path gently ascends through apple orchards and woods to firmer and more level ground. After pausing to admire the medieval Lebenberg Castle, hikers continue slightly downhill along the slope of Marling mountain to the village of Lana.

Spectacular views of the surrounding mountains can be seen along the entire length of the Marlinger Waalweg trail. The agricultural landscape lining the irrigation channels is also impressive, with meadows and forests alternating with vineyards and orchards. Along the Marlinger Waalweg trail there are also impressive views of the Merano basin, the Val Passiria/Passeier Valley, and the imposing Texelgruppe mountain range. The Marlinger Waalweg trail is well-connected to the public transport network, allowing visitors to move around without need for a car.

Hiking suggestions

around the Marlinger Waalweg Trail

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Marling Waalweg Trail to Töll

Unique and beautiful Marling Waalweg Trail to Töll/Tel with start in the center of Marling.

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Easy Hike on Marling Waalweg Trail

Easy Hike on Marling Waalweg Trail with start in the centre of Marling/Marlengo.

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Toward the Sun

Easy route with start at the railway station of Marling/Marlengo.

Circular Hike on the Marling Waalweg and Höhenweg Trails

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Circular Hike on the Marling Waalweg and Höhenweg Trails

Circular Hike on the Marling Waalweg and Höhenweg Trails with start at the Hotel Restaurant Waldschenke.

Marling Waalweg, the longest of all the irrigation channel trails

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Marling Waalweg, the longest of all the irrigation channel trails

Excursion on the Marling Waalweg, the longest of all the irrigation channel trails.

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Easy Hike on Marling Waalweg Trail

Easy and beautiful Hike on Marling Waalweg Trail to Lana with start in the center of Marling.

The Marlengo/Marling irrigation channel path

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The Marlengo/Marling irrigation channel path

Excursion on the Marlengo/Marling irrigation channel path with start in the center of Marling.

The history of the Waalweg of Marling

With a length of 12 km, the Marlinger Waal (irrigation channel) is the longest in the Meran basin. Running between Töll and Lana, it provides water to some 300 hectares of meadows and fields. Its construction dates back to the mid-18th century and the time of the Carthusian monastery of Allerengelberg in the Schnals Valley.
In 1619 the Carthusians had bought the Gojenhof estate in Marling to supply them with wine. Over 100 years later they began work on a Waal to irrigate the vines, to run from the River Etsch all the way along the slope of the Marling mountain. The Carthusians had experience in the construction of such waterways, having already created channels and gullies to supply water to a number of their monastery farms in the Schnals Valley.
The construction of the Marlinger Waal was much more difficult than expected, however, especially the first few kilometres through the steep rock. When the work began in 1737 it was expected to cost 12,000 guilders. Construction lasted 19 years and ultimately cost 80,000 guilders. Without the help of the municipality of Marling, the monastery could never have finished the Waal.
In 1897 a hydroelectric power plant began operation at Töll. Since then the water has run underground, through the rock, for the first 800 metres. The old Waal can however still be seen. In former times up to three “Waaler” watched over the channel, making sure the water never dried up. The alarm system is still in use today: a hammer attached to a waterwheel strikes a bell every time it turns. Should the bell stop sounding, this means the water has stopped flowing. The Waaler must then quickly identify the cause. He had a hut like this to shelter in at night and during thunderstorms.

Stop and enjoy along the Marlinger Waalweg

Experience local specialties and warm hospitality

Inn Schönblick closed

Jausenstation Larchwalderhof closed

Hotel Gasthof Waldschenke closed

Gasthaus Waalheim closed

Haidenhof open until 11/16/2025

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Entspannung pur in Marling 🌿💆‍♀️
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The mild autumn temperatures invite you to enjoy a few golden days in Marling. Soft sunshine, warm colors and nature that lets you breathe 🍂☀️

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marling_marlengo 3 days ago

A taste of South Tyrolean warmth at home🧡

As the days grow colder, there’s nothing quite as comforting as a hot bowl of soup — especially an authentic South Tyrolean barley soup! 🏔️🍁
Hearty, traditional and full of flavor, it’s a classic dish often enjoyed on a cozy autumn day. 🍂✨

Recipe: South Tyrolean Barley Soup (Gerstsuppe / Graupensuppe)🌿🍳
Serves 4

Ingredients:🍂
• 1.5 l water
• 150 g smoked pork meat
• 1 small piece of smoked belly bacon
• 100 g rolled barley
• 1 potato
• 1 onion
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 carrot
• A few celery greens (or a small piece of celery root)
• Parsley
• Salt and pepper

Preparation:🍳
Lightly roast the onion, garlic, celery greens and carrot in a pot.
Rinse the barley briefly with cold water, then add it to the vegetables.
Pour in the water and add the smoked meat and bacon.
Let the soup simmer gently for about 45–50 minutes. ⏲️
About 10 minutes before the end of cooking, add the peeled and chopped potato.
Season with salt and pepper, then sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving. 🌿🍲

💡 Tip:
A smoked farmer’s sausage also tastes delicious in this soup!
Simply cook it briefly in the broth, slice it and add before serving. 😋
This soup also freezes perfectly — a wonderful way to enjoy a taste of South Tyrol anytime! 😉

📖 Recipe by: Tourist Office Partschins

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Marling - Marlengo 4 days ago

Viele von uns leben und lieben die Geschichten aus dem Marling von früher. 💛
Erzählungen von alten Bauernhöfen, von der ersten Weinlese, vom Marlinger Waalweg, der schon damals ein beliebter Spazierweg war – oder vom köstlichen Südtiroler Essen, das damals wie heute die Menschen zusammenbringt. 🍇🥾🍽️

So vieles hat sich im Laufe der Zeit verändert – und doch ist manches geblieben, wie es immer war. Und vielleicht ist es genau das, was Marling so besonders macht. 🌿

Gerne blicken wir auf diese Zeit zurück, hören Erinnerungen und kleine Anekdoten von früher – von Menschen, die Marling geprägt haben und von Gästen, die seit Jahrzehnten immer wiederkehren.😊
Viele von ihnen sind zu treuen Freunden geworden. Jahr für Jahr kommen sie zurück „nach Hause“ – ins geliebte Marling, wo Erinnerungen an ihre Kindheit und an unbeschwerte Urlaubstage lebendig werden. 🏡✨

Marling verändert sich – und bleibt doch irgendwie immer gleich: herzlich, vertraut und echt. 💚

Wecken diese Bilder vielleicht auch in dir schöne Erinnerungen an Marling?
Teile sie gerne mit uns in den Kommentaren oder markiere jemanden, mit dem du unvergessliche Momente hier erlebt hast! 💬

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Marling - Marlengo 5 days ago

Südtiroler WeinKulturBotschafter 2025 🍷
Willi Stürz wurde im Gustelier in Bozen feierlich geehrt! ✨

Im Rahmen der Vollversammlung der Vinum Hotels Südtirol wurde der renommierte Kellermeister der Kellerei Tramin, Willi Stürz, zum Südtiroler WeinKulturBotschafter 2025 ernannt.

Mit dieser Auszeichnung würdigen die WeinKultur Marling und die Vinum Hotels Südtirol Persönlichkeiten, die sich in besonderer Weise für den Südtiroler Wein und seine kulturelle Bedeutung engagieren.🍇
Die Jury – bestehend aus Expertinnen und Experten der Südtiroler Weinszene – hob vor allem Engagement, Innovation und Nachhaltigkeit als zentrale Kriterien hervor.🍷

Erstmals wurde der Titel gemeinsam von der WeinKultur Marling und den Vinum Hotels Südtirol verliehen – eine Kooperation, die im Sommer bei der Feier „30 Jahre Wiedergründung der Stehweingesellschaft“ auf Castel Lebenberg beschlossen wurde. 🤝

Ein besonderer Moment des Abends war die Laudatio von Buchautor und Weinexperte Sebastian Marseiler, der den beeindruckenden Werdegang und die Persönlichkeit des Geehrten würdigte.

Wir gratulieren Willi Stürz herzlich zu dieser besonderen Auszeichnung! 👏🍷

Detaillierte Informationen: https://www.merano-suedtirol.it/de/marling/natur-wein-kultur/weinkultur-marling/auszeichnung-durch-die-weinkultur-marling.html

📸 Foto: HGV

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