The Waalweg Trail of Marling

The longest irrigation channels in South Tyrol

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 Töll Bridge, the 270-year-old trail follows the irrigation channel through apple orchards and woods, offering panoramic views. 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.

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around the Marlinger Waalweg Trail

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/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 Waldea.

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Easy Hike on Marling Waalweg trail

The Marling Waalweg trail combines nature, culture and enjoyment, offering wonderful views of Meran/Merano and the Etschtal/Adige Valley.

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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.

The Marling/Marlengo irrigation channel path

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The Marling/Marlengo irrigation channel path

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

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Toward the Sun

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

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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.

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 open until 11/2/2026

Jausenstation Larchwalderhof open until 11/4/2026

Hotel Restaurant Waldea open until 10/31/2026

Gasthaus Waalheim open until 10/31/2026

Haidenhof open until 11/15/2026

Marling - Marlengo 18 hours ago

Eine Zeitreise durch Marling – erkennt ihr diese Orte noch?⏳

Viele Menschen leben seit Generationen in Marling und haben die Entwicklung unseres Dorfes miterlebt. Doch auch zahlreiche Gäste verbinden mit Marling unvergessliche Erinnerungen und kommen schon seit vielen Jahren – manche sogar seit Jahrzehnten – immer wieder hierher. 🏡

Vielleicht erinnert ihr euch noch an frühere Spaziergänge entlang des Marlinger Waalwegs, an alte Ansichten des Dorfes oder an Plätze, die sich im Laufe der Zeit verändert haben. Apfelwiesen und Weinberge prägen Marling damals wie heute. Vieles ist moderner geworden – und doch ist eines geblieben: der besondere Charme Marlings. 🌿🍇

Marling entwickelt sich stetig weiter. Neue Wege, neue Angebote und neue Begegnungen bereichern unser Dorf. Gleichzeitig werden Traditionen gepflegt und die enge Verbundenheit mit der Natur, dem Wein- und Obstbau sowie dem Dorfleben bewahrt. Genau diese Mischung macht Marling bis heute so besonders. 🍏🚶

Heute nehmen wir euch mit auf eine kleine Zeitreise durch Marling. 🕰️Wie viel hat sich im Laufe der Jahre verändert?
Seit wann kennt ihr Marling – und welche Erinnerungen verbindet ihr mit dem Ort? 😊

📸 TV Marling

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marling_marlengo 4 days ago

Alpine cattle drives in South Tyrol 2026🐄🍂

After a long summer on the mountain pastures, cattle, sheep and goats make their way back down into the valleys – marking the return of one of South Tyrol’s most beautiful traditions: the Alpine cattle drives. 🌿⛰️
Decorated animals, ringing bells and living traditions make their return a special experience for locals and visitors alike. 🐮🐑🐐

Some of the cattle and sheep drives in the valleys around Merano:🌸🔔

Ultental Valley
• 29.08. | 3:00 PM – Spitzneralm → Staudamm St. Walburg
• 29.08. | 1:00 PM – Aussere Schwemmalm → Moritzhöhe
• 05.09. | 2:30 PM – Kuppelwieseralm → Steinrast
• 05.09. | 1:00 PM – Gampenalm → Pumbach, Proveiser Kreuzung
• 06.09. | 3:00 PM – Seegrubenalm → Staudamm St. Walburg
• 12.09. | 2:00 PM – Klapfberg → St. Nikolaus
• 13.09. | 2:00 PM – Kirchberg → St. Gertraud
• 19.09. | 2:30 PM – Kühbergalm → Platzlwies Larchenberg
• 20.09. | 2:30 PM – Einertal → Biotop Kuppelwies

Transhumance in Schnalstal Valley 🐑
• 12.09. | 2:00 PM – Return of the sheep at Vernagt
• 13.09. | 3:00 PM – Kurzras

Passeiertal Valley
• 12.09. | 12:00 PM – Pfelders
• 13.09. | 11:00 AM – Walten → Auerhof

A special South Tyrolean tradition that is well worth experiencing!🍂

📸 IDM Südtirol-Alto Adige / Frieder Blickl

#marling #southtyrol #marlengo #südtirol #almabtrieb

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Marling - Marlengo 4 days ago

Almabtriebe in Südtirol 2026 🐄🍂

Wenn sich der Almsommer langsam dem Ende zuneigt, beginnt in Südtirol wieder eine ganz besondere Zeit: die traditionellen Almabtriebe. 🌿⛰️

Wenn Rinder, Schafe und Ziegen nach einem langen Sommer auf den Bergweiden festlich geschmückt ins Tal zurückkehren, entstehen stimmungsvolle Feste. 🐮🐑🐐🌸🎶
Dieses besondere Erlebnis verbindet Brauchtum, Kultur und Genuss auf einzigartige Weise. ⛰️🍂
Die Tiere tragen kunstvolle Blumenkränze, bunten Kopfschmuck und große Glocken. Für Gäste wie Einheimische ist es jedes Jahr ein besonderer Moment, wenn die Herden nach Hause ins Tal zurückkehren. 💐🔔

Einige Almabtriebe in den Tälern rund um Meran: 🐮🐑🐐
Ultental
• 29.08. | 15:00 Uhr – Spitzneralm → Staudamm St. Walburg
• 29.08. | 13:00 Uhr – Aussere Schwemmalm → Moritzhöhe
• 05.09. | 14:30 Uhr – Kuppelwieseralm → Steinrast
• 05.09. | 13:00 Uhr – Gampenalm → Pumbach, Proveiser Kreuzung
• 06.09. | 15:00 Uhr – Seegrubenalm → Staudamm St. Walburg
• 12.09. | 14:00 Uhr – Klapfberg → St. Nikolaus (Dorf)
• 13.09. | 14:00 Uhr – Kirchberg → St. Gertraud
• 19.09. | 14:30 Uhr – Kühbergalm → Platzlwies Larchenberg
• 20.09. | 14:30 Uhr – Einertal → Biotop Kuppelwies

Transhumanz
• 12.09. | 14:00 Uhr – Rückkehr der Schafe bei Vernagt/ Schnalstal
• 13.09. | 15:00 Uhr – Kurzras / Schnalstal

Passeiertal
• 12.09. | 12:00 Uhr – Pfelders
• 13.09. | 11:00 Uhr – Walten → Auerhof

📸 IDM Südtirol-Alto Adige- Frieder Blickle

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Marling - Marlengo 5 days ago

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marling_marlengo 5 days ago

The grape harvest in Marling is almost here!🍇🍷

The vineyards are filled with ripe grapes, and the grape harvest will begin soon. For our local winemakers, one of the busiest and most exciting times of the year is just around the corner. 🍇

Did you know that the harvest doesn’t start on a fixed date? Grapes are only picked when the balance of sugar, acidity and aromas is just right. That’s why every grape variety – and sometimes even every vineyard – is harvested at a different time. 🍷🌿

Over the coming weeks, you may spot local winemakers harvesting the grapes and get a glimpse of one of the most important moments of the wine-growing year. ☀️🍇

📸 TV Marling_Günther Pichler

#marling #southtyrol #marlengo #südtirol #weinbau #wein

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