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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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Easy Hike on Marling Waalweg Trail

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

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.

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Toward the Sun

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

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.

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 11/2/2025

Jausenstation Larchwalderhof open until 11/8/2025

Hotel Gasthof Waldschenke open until 10/31/2025

Gasthaus Waalheim open until 10/31/2025

Haidenhof open until 11/16/2025

Marling - Marlengo 22 hours ago

Ab Montag, 3. November, gibt es wieder - in Zusammenarbeit mit der Bäckerei "Mein Beck" unser Angebot „Lecker to go – delizie to go“. 🥰⛰🥾🚶🚶‍♀️

Die Idee entstand, um in der kalten Jahreszeit, wenn viele Gastbetriebe geschlossen haben, dennoch ein kulinarisches und nachhaltiges Angebot für Besucher und Wanderer bereitzustellen. 🌿

Unsere Stofftasche enthält:
• einen knackigen Südtiroler Apfel & spannende Infos rund um den Apfelanbau in Südtirol🍏🍎
• ein Produkt Ihrer Wahl von der Bäckerei "Mein Beck" 🥐🥖
• eine Trinkflasche 💧
• eine Infobroschüre mit den schönsten Rastplätzen am Marlinger Berg ⛰️
• eine Panoramawanderkarte ⛰️

👉 Der Preis richtet sich ausschließlich nach den gewählten Produkten der Bäckerei – Tasche, Trinkflasche, Apfel und Infomaterial sind unser Geschenk für dich. 💚

📸TV Marling_ Nadia Gerstgrasser

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marling_marlengo Yesterday

Hiking Tip in Our Surroundings:
Hike around the Vernagt Reservoir in the Schnalstal Valley⛰🚶

From the parking area at the Vernagt reservoir, follow the signs for the lake circuit. 💧🥾The trail first leads across the dam and then along the forest edge to the western end of the lake. There, you cross a suspension bridge and climb up to the “Ötzi Rope Park” high ropes course, continuing further until you reach the main road.🌿🍂

Follow the road briefly downstream until trail no. 8 branches off to the left towards the Finailhof and follow it. Above the Finailhof, trail no. 7 continues downstream towards the Raffeinhof. From there, take the paved access road further to the Tisenhof and finally return to the starting point in Vernagt.⛰🍂🍁

Walking time: approx. 3 hours | Elevation gain: 300 m

Enjoy your hike!😉🥰

📸TV Schnalstal_Vernagt_Peter_Santer

#marling #südtirol #meran #marlengo #altoadige
#chestnut #southtyrol #autumnsouthtyrol #hikingtip

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Marling - Marlengo 3 days ago

Der Marlinger Waalweg – ein Highlight zu jeder Jahreszeit 🥾🌊

Eine Wanderung am Marlinger Waalweg ist zu jeder Jahreszeit einzigartig 🥾🍂

🌸 Frühling: Wenn die Apfelblüte das Tal in ein weiß-rosa Meer verwandelt und das Summen der Bienen die Luft erfüllt, wird der Waalweg zum Ort voller Leichtigkeit und Aufbruch.
☀️ Sommer: An warmen Tagen spendet der schattige Weg entlang des plätschernden Wassers angenehme Frische – ideal für Familienausflüge und entspannte Genusswanderungen.
🍇🍁 Herbst: Goldene Weinberge, klare Fernsichten und das bunte Farbenspiel der Natur machen diese Jahreszeit zu einem wahren Fest für alle Sinne.
❄️ Winter: Wenn Ruhe einkehrt und die klare Luft die Berggipfel zum Greifen nah erscheinen lässt, offenbart der Waalweg seine stille, fast magische Seite.

Von Frühling bis Herbst begleitet dich das sanfte Rauschen des Wassers, die Ausblicke über das Etschtal sind atemberaubend – und die Einkehrmöglichkeiten entlang des Weges laden dazu ein, echte Südtiroler Gastfreundschaft zu genießen. 🍷🍽

👉 Lausche Sepp im Video: Was ist dein persönliches Highlight am Marlinger Waalweg?🤓
Vielleicht wird auch dein nächster Wandertag ein Stück Marlinger Waalweg …😉

📸TV Marling_Lintner Christian

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Marling - Marlengo 6 days ago

Wandertipp in der Umgebung: Herbstidylle auf dem Rundweg Langfenn – Wanderparadies Salten 🍂🥾

Wenn der Salten in warmen Goldtönen leuchtet, ist die perfekte Zeit für eine entspannte Herbstwanderung. 🍁✨
Der Rundweg Langfenn ist einfach, stimmungsvoll und ideal für Familien und Genießer. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🧡

Start ist am Parkplatz Schermoos. Von dort geht es über die Wege 7A, 12/A und 6 am Biotop Tammerlemoos vorbei bis zum Gasthaus Langfenn und wieder zurück. 🥾🌾
Unterwegs erwarten euch lichte Lärchenwälder, weite Almmatten und bei klarer Sicht Panoramablicke bis zu den Dolomiten. 🏔️😍
Ein besonderes Highlight ist die Jakobskirche auf Langfenn auf etwa 1.525 Metern – ein stiller Ort zum Durchatmen. ⛪️

Zur Belohnung wartet die Sonnenterrasse beim Gasthaus Langfenn mit regionaler Küche und weitem Blick. 🍽️☀️
Die Runde ist etwa 4,5 Kilometer lang, hat rund 141 Höhenmeter und dauert 1:00 bis 1:15 Stunden. 🌞

Tipp: Vor dem Aufbruch die Wettervorhersage checken – bei klarer Luft ist der Salten besonders schön. 😉

📸IDM Südtirol-Alto Adige/Giulia Gartner

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marling_marlengo 6 days ago

Late Harvest 🍇 🍂
Even at the end of October – and in some regions well into November – winegrowers can still be found working among the vines. A late harvest produces especially ripe and aromatic grapes that have benefited from plenty of sunshine and cool nights. 🍷🍇
The result: full-bodied wines with intense aromas – a true gift of nature, requiring both patience and care.🌞🍷

📸TV Marling_Armin Terzer

#marling #südtirol #meran #marlengo #altoadige #southtyrol #autumnsouthtyrol
#southtyroleanwine #harvest

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