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
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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
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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 10 days ago
Naturns  I  Naturno

✝️Der Jesus-Besinnungsweg in Naturns – Ein Weg der Ruhe, Stille und inneren Einkehr🌿

Inmitten der Natur, oberhalb von Naturns, lädt der Jesus-Besinnungsweg dazu ein, den Alltag hinter sich zu lassen und innezuhalten.

🕊️ Entlang des Weges begleiten dich insgesamt 15 Stationen, die das Leben und Wirken Jesu aufgreifen – modern gestaltet, zum Nachdenken und Verweilen. Jede Station schenkt neue Perspektiven und lädt ein, den eigenen Lebensweg bewusst zu betrachten.

Die genaue Wegbeschreibung findest du auf unserer Homepage: https://www.merano-suedtirol.it/de/naturns/aktiv-entspannen/wandern-bergsteigen/themenwege/121154131-jesus-besinnungsweg-naturns.html

📸: Tourismusgenossenschaft Naturns_Fotostudio2000

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✝️Il Sentiero Meditativo di Gesù a Naturno – Un cammino di pace, silenzio e raccoglimento interiore🌿

Immerso nella natura, sopra Naturno, il Sentiero Meditativo di Gesù invita a lasciarsi alle spalle la quotidianità e a soffermarsi in un momento di riflessione.

🕊️ Lungo il percorso ti accompagnano 15 stazioni che ripercorrono la vita e l’opera di Gesù – realizzate in chiave moderna, per meditare e sostare. Ogni stazione offre nuove prospettive e invita a guardare consapevolmente al proprio cammino di vita.

La descrizione dettagliata del percorso è disponibile sul nostro sito web:
https://www.merano-suedtirol.it/it/naturno/relax-attivita/camminate-escursioni/itinerari-a-tema/121154131-jesus-besinnungsweg-naturns.html

📸: Cooperativa Turistica di Naturno_Fotostudio2000

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naturns_naturno naturns_naturno 11 days ago
naturns_naturno

🌿The irrigation channels around Naturns – Hikes full of history and views!☀️

If you love South Tyrol, you'll truly appreciate the irrgiation channels around Naturns!🥰
These historic irrigation channels lead you through apple orchards, chestnut forests, and alongside gently flowing streams – once built to water the fields, now a paradise for hikers.

👣 Our recommendation:
Whether it's the irrgiation channel of Tschars or the popular irrigation channel of Staben – they all offer easy walking, stunning views over the Vinschgau Valley, and plenty of natural beauty to enjoy.

👉 Have you ever walked along a irrigation channel? Share your favorite one with us in the comments!❤

📸: TV Latsch/Martell_Heidi Inge Hintereck

#naturns #naturno #irrigationchannel #hiking #walking #southtyrol #südtirol #wandern #waalwege #berge #vinschgau #familywalking #naturewalk #altoadige #sentieridellaroggia #escursioni #natura

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Naturns  I  Naturno Naturns I Naturno 13 days ago
Naturns  I  Naturno

𝙐𝙣𝙨𝙚𝙧 𝙝𝙚𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙜𝙚𝙧 𝙍𝙚𝙯𝙚𝙥𝙩𝙩𝙞𝙥𝙥:
🍎Südtiroler Apfelstrudel🍎

👩‍🍳 Zubereitung
Teig zubereiten:
Butter, Zucker, Zitronenschale und Vanillezucker cremig rühren. Ei und Milch unterrühren. Mehl, Backpulver, Zimt und Salz hinzufügen. Zu einem glatten Teig verkneten und 30 Minuten kühl stellen.

Füllung vorbereiten:
Äpfel schälen, entkernen und in dünne Scheiben schneiden. Mit Zucker, in Butter angerösteten Semmelbröseln, Rosinen, Pinienkernen, Rum, Vanillezucker und Zitronenschale vermengen.

Strudel formen:
Den Teig rechteckig ausrollen (ca. 40 × 20 cm) und auf ein gefettetes Backblech legen. Die Apfelfüllung in der Mitte verteilen, die Seiten einklappen und den Strudel aufrollen. Mit verquirltem Ei bestreichen.

Backen:
Im vorgeheizten Ofen bei 180 °C etwa 35 Minuten goldbraun backen. Etwas abkühlen lassen und vor dem Servieren mit Puderzucker bestäuben.

📝 Zutaten
Für den Teig:
125 g Butter
125 g Puderzucker oder Kristallzucker
1 Prise abgeriebene Zitronenschale
½ Päckchen Vanillezucker
1 EL Milch
1 Ei
250 g Weizenmehl (Type 405)
1 TL Backpulver
½ TL Zimt
1 Prise Salz

Für die Füllung:
600 g Südtiroler Äpfel (z. B. Golden Delicious)
50 g Zucker
50 g Semmelbrösel, in etwas Butter geröstet
40 g Rosinen
20 g Pinienkerne
2 EL Rum
1 Päckchen Vanillezucker
1 Prise abgeriebene Zitronenschale

Außerdem:
1 Ei (zum Bestreichen)
Puderzucker (zum Bestäuben)
Butter (zum Einfetten des Blechs)

Lasst es euch schmecken!😋

📸: IDM Südtirol_Marion Lafogler

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🍎 Il nostro consiglio culinario di oggi:
Strudel di mele dell'Alto Adige 🍎

👩‍🍳 Preparazione
Preparare l’impasto:
Lavorare il burro, lo zucchero, la scorza di limone e lo zucchero vanigliato fino a ottenere una crema. Aggiungere l’uovo e il latte. Incorporare la farina, il lievito, la cannella e un pizzico di sale. Impastare fino a ottenere un composto liscio e far riposare in frigorifero per 30 minuti.

Preparare il ripieno:
Sbucciare le mele, togliere il torsolo e tagliarle a fettine sottili. Mescolare con zucchero, pangrattato tostato nel burro, uvetta, pinoli, rum, zucchero vanigliato e scorza di limone grattugiata.

Formare lo strudel:
Stendere l’impasto in un rettangolo (ca. 40 × 20 cm) e disporlo su una teglia imburrata. Distribuire il ripieno al centro, ripiegare i lati e arrotolare lo strudel. Spennellare con l’uovo sbattuto.

Cottura:
Cuocere in forno preriscaldato a 180 °C per circa 35 minuti, fino a doratura. Lasciar raffreddare leggermente e spolverare con zucchero a velo prima di servire.

📝 Ingredienti
Per l’impasto:
125 g di burro
125 g di zucchero a velo o zucchero semolato
1 pizzico di scorza di limone grattugiata
½ bustina di zucchero vanigliato
1 cucchiaio di latte
1 uovo
250 g di farina di frumento (tipo 00)
1 cucchiaino di lievito in polvere
½ cucchiaino di cannella in polvere
1 pizzico di sale

Per il ripieno:
600 g di mele altoatesine (es. Golden Delicious)
50 g di zucchero
50 g di pangrattato, tostato in un po’ di burro
40 g di uvetta
20 g di pinoli
2 cucchiai di rum
1 bustina di zucchero vanigliato
1 pizzico di scorza di limone grattugiata

Inoltre:
1 uovo (per spennellare)
Zucchero a velo (per spolverare)
Burro (per imburrare la teglia)

Buon appetito! 😋

📸: IDM Südtirol_Marion Lafogler

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naturns_naturno naturns_naturno 14 days ago
naturns_naturno

💦How about a Saturday at the Erlebnistherme Naturns?🧖‍♀️

Whether you want to relax in the sauna, splash around with the kids, or simply unwind – the Erlebnistherme Naturns has something for everyone! ☀️🌿

🏊‍♂️ Indoor & outdoor pools
🧒 Kids' area with slides & water fun
🔥 Saunaarea
🛋️ Relaxation zones with mountain views

Perfect for a mini getaway – right on your doorstep! 😍
ℹ️ Info & opening hours:https://www.merano-suedtirol.it/en/adventure-thermal-bath-naturns.html

#naturns #naturno #erlebnistherme #sommer #schwimmen #familienspaß #sauna #southtyrol #piscina #nuotare

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Naturns  I  Naturno Naturns I Naturno 15 days ago
Naturns  I  Naturno

👉Naturparkhaus Texelgruppe - Sommerprogramm für Kinder im Juli und August!❤

📞Anmeldung im Tourismusbüro Naturns (+39 0473 666077 I info@naturns.it) oder direkt im Naturparkhaus Texelgruppe (+39 0473 668201 I info.tg@provinz.bz.it)

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👉 Centro Visite del Parco Naturale Gruppo di Tessa – Programma estivo per bambini a luglio e agosto!❤

📞Iscrizione presso l’Ufficio Turistico di Naturno (+39 0473 666077 | info@naturns.it) oppure direttamente al Centro Visite del Parco Naturale Gruppo di Tessa (+39 0473 668201 | info.tg@provinz.bz.it)

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naturns_naturno naturns_naturno 16 days ago
naturns_naturno

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✨ Hiking with the family in Naturns🌲

Discover nature together, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and create unforgettable memories – Naturns is the perfect destination for family hikes! 💚Whether you're looking for stroller-friendly trails, exciting themed paths, or a hearty snack at a mountain hut – there's something for everyone, big and small.

➡️ Find more family hiking tips on our website (www.naturns.it) or visit us at the Naturns Tourist Office – we look forward to seeing you!❤

📸: Naturno Tourist Association_Fotostudio2000

#naturns #naturno #hikinglife #family #familytravel #outdoor #mountains #southtyrol #südtirol #wandern #familie #familienzeit #berge #familienwege #altoadige #escursioni #famiglia #montagne #altoadigedavivere #altoadigedascoprire

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