Schnalstal Valley
from the apple orchards to the glacier
Schnalstal Valley

Schnalstal Valley: a ski and hiking paradise

From apple orchards to glaciers: discover Val Senales, one of the most diverse valleys in South Tyrol

Coming from the Resia Pass, just before Naturno, the Val Senales branches off to the left. Famous for being the place where the "Ice Man Ötzi" was discovered in 1991 by the German climbers Erika and Helmut Simon, the valley offers countless opportunities to explore the alpine world. 

It extends from the Juval hill, where Reinhold Messner's Castle Juval is located, to the mighty glaciers at the valley's end. Half of the area is part of the Texel Group Nature Park. The Vernago lake, which can be enjoyed on a peaceful two-hour hike, was created in the 1950's: a dam over 60 meters high was built here to form the artificial lake. The inhabitants of Vernago faced the same fate as the residents of the former Graun at Lake Resia: they had to leave their farms. Today, when the water level is low, the church tower submerged in the water serves as a reminder of these events. 

With over 200 km marked hiking trails, both leisure hikers and mountaineers can find what they are looking for. For example, interested hikers can trek from Vernago trough the Tisen valley to the site where Ötzi was found, enjoy a family friendly hike to the alpine pastures in the Pfossental valley, visit numerous alpine pastures or climb impressive mountain peaks such as the Similaun, the Hohe Wilde, or the Weißkugel.
The beautiful Schnalstal valley
Madonna di Senales/Unser Frau - Mouontain pasture Mastaun open
Hiking
Madonna di Senales/Unser Frau - Mouontain pasture Mastaun
The mountain pasture Mastaun (open from the beginning of May to the end of October) is in the eponymous high mountain valley that branches off near ...
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Madonna di Senales - Lafetz Alm Hut open
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Madonna di Senales - Lafetz Alm Hut
Surrounded by a beautiful larch and Swiss stone pine forest, the 2019 new construated Lafetzalm hut lies at 2,015 m above sea level. After the ascent ...
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Looped trail around Vernagt reservoir open
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Looped trail around Vernagt reservoir
The looped trail around the lake is well worth the effort because a pastoral pathway runs directly along the waterfront and is, of course, ...
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Adventure trail Pfossental Valley open
Hiking
Adventure trail Pfossental Valley
The heart of the Texelgruppe Nature Park is the largest side valley of the Schnalstal Valley and can only be reached by a single, partly steep road, ...
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The sheep transhumance in the Senales Valley

UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage

The sheep transhumance in the Senales Valley, also known simply as transhumance, is the only sheep drive in the world that crosses both a glacier and a national border. Every year in June, thousands of sheep travel from the Senales Valley over the Niederjoch and Hochjoch passes to their summer pastures in Austria’s Ötztal Valley. The route stretches up to 44 km and includes challenging paths through rocky gullies and snowy fields.

In mid-September, the sheep and their shepherds make the somewhat less dangerous return journey, where they are traditionally welcomed back with shepherds’ festivals in Kurzras and Vernagt.
The Shepherds’ Festivals for the Sheep Transhumance
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Sheep herding in Maso Corto
Sunday 14 Sep
Schnalstal Valley
11:00 - 23:59
Sheep herding in Maso Corto
For centuries, each June shepherds have been driving their sheep from the Schnalstal Valley across the still snow-mantled saddles to graze in the pasturelands belonging to the farmers in Venter ...
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The Sheep Transhumance in the Senales Valley
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Naturns  I  Naturno Naturns I Naturno 9 days ago
Naturns  I  Naturno

🏡 Wie gut kennt ihr Naturns wirklich?
Wusstet ihr, dass unsere Gemeinde nicht nur aus dem Hauptort besteht?🌄

Naturns hat mehrere Fraktionen – jede mit ihrem eigenen Charme, ihrer Geschichte und ihrer besonderen Atmosphäre. 🌳✨

👉 Tschirland
👉 Tabland
👉 Staben

💬 Na, wie viele dieser Fraktionen habt ihr schon besucht bzw. dort Urlaub gemacht? Oder lebt ihr vielleicht selbst in einer davon?

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aus Tschirland, Tabland, Staben!👇

📸: TG Naturns_Santer Peter

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🏡 Quanto bene conoscete davvero Naturno?
Sapevate che il nostro comune non è fatto solo del centro principale?🌄

Naturno è composto da diverse frazioni – ognuna con il suo fascino, la sua storia e un’atmosfera tutta particolare. 🌳✨

👉 Cirlano
👉 Tablà
👉 Stava

💬 Quante di queste frazioni avete già visitato o dove avete trascorso le vostre vacanze? O magari vivete proprio in una di queste?

❤ Siamo curiosi di leggere le vostre storie, ricordi e consigli segreti su
Cirlano, Tablà e Stava! 👇

📸: TG Naturns_Santer Peter

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naturns_naturno naturns_naturno 11 days ago
naturns_naturno

🥾Hiking with a View – Exploring the Wallburgweg!🌿🏞️
The Wallburgweg in Naturns is a real insider tip for anyone who loves nature, history, and breathtaking panoramic views. This leisurely circular hike follows the sunny slopes of Naturns ☀️, passes by ancient dry-stone walls, and offers fantastic views over the Etsch Valley.😍🍃

✅ Easy to walk
📍 Starting point: Naturns town center
⏱️ Duration: approx. 2–3 hours depending on the route

📸: TG Naturns_Fotostudio2000

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Naturns  I  Naturno Naturns I Naturno 12 days ago
Naturns  I  Naturno

🔥𝗛𝗲𝗿𝘇-𝗝𝗲𝘀𝘂-𝗙𝗲𝘂𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗺 𝟮𝟵. 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗶 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱🔥
Ein leuchtendes Zeichen des Glaubens und der Verbundenheit

Am 29. Juni 2025 werden in Südtirol wieder die traditionellen Herz-Jesu-Feuer entzündet – ein beeindruckendes Brauchtum, das tief in der Geschichte und im Glauben der Region verwurzelt ist.❤ Das Feuer, als Symbol der Sonne☀️, steht für Heilung, Fruchtbarkeit und Segen für Mensch, Tier und Natur.✨

Lasst euch dieses einmalige Erlebnis nicht entgehen – seid dabei, wenn am 29. Juni die Berge leuchten!🥰

📸: TG Naturns_Santer Peter; Bauernjugend Naturns;

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Un segno luminoso di fede e di unione

Il 29 giugno 2025, in Alto Adige torneranno ad accendersi i tradizionali Fuochi del Sacro Cuore di Gesù – un'usanza suggestiva, profondamente radicata nella storia e nella fede della nostra terra. ❤
Il fuoco, simbolo del sole ☀️, rappresenta guarigione, fertilità e benedizione per le persone, gli animali e la natura. ✨

Non perdetevi questa esperienza unica – partecipate anche voi, quando il 29 giugno le montagne si illumineranno! 🥰

📸: TG Naturns_Santer Peter; Gioventù contadina di Naturno;

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naturns_naturno naturns_naturno 13 days ago
naturns_naturno

Enjoying this breathtaking view!😍⛰️
Sometimes all it takes is a moment of silence and a gaze into the distance to rec#altoadigedascoprire

📸: Tourist office Naturns_Fotostudio2000

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Naturns  I  Naturno

🕍Wie wär’s mit einem Besuch im St. Prokulus Museum?🕍
Taucht ein in die faszinierende Geschichte von Naturns und entdeckt eine der ältesten frühchristlichen Kirchen im Alpenraum – die St. Prokulus Kirche samt Museum ist ein echtes kulturelles Highlight! ⛪📜

🕰️ Öffnungszeiten:
Immer Dienstag, Donnerstag und Sonntag
🕙 10:00 – 12:30 Uhr & 14:30 – 17:30 Uhr

Ein ideales Ziel für einen entspannten und zugleich spannenden Ausflug – perfekt für Kulturinteressierte, Familien oder alle, die Neues entdecken möchten! ✨

👉 Mehr Infos: https://www.merano-suedtirol.it/de/st-prokulus-kirche-museum.html

📸: Tourismusgenossenschaft Naturns_Fotostudio2000

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🕍Che ne dite di una visita al Museo di San Procolo?🕍
Immergetevi nella storia affascinante di Naturno e scoprite una delle più antiche chiese paleocristiane dell’arco alpino – la Chiesa di San Procolo con il suo museo è un vero gioiello culturale! ⛪📜

🕰️ Orari di apertura:
Aperto ogni martedì, giovedì e domenica
🕙 10:00 – 12:30 e 14:30 – 17:30

Una meta ideale per una gita rilassante e allo stesso tempo interessante – perfetta per gli appassionati di cultura, famiglie o per chiunque voglia scoprire qualcosa di nuovo! ✨

👉 Maggiori informazioni:https://www.merano-suedtirol.it/it/chiesetta-di-san-procolo-museo.html

📸: Ufficio turistico Naturno_Fotostudio2000

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naturns_naturno

✨Sharing special moments – with a view!🏞️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
What could be better than exploring nature with your family, taking in the stunning views, and then treating yourselves to some traditional local dishes?🍽️❤️

Regional specialties taste best in good company and with fresh mountain air!🥰

📸: Tourist office Naturns_Fotostudio2000

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