From Partschins to Naturns via the Sonnenberg Panoramic Trail

A sunny panoramic hike linking Partschins and Naturns via the Sonnenberg mountain slope. The Vinschgau Sonnenberg is famous for its distinctive steppe-like vegetation, rare in the Alps. Due to its exposure, the hike is best enjoyed in spring and autumn.

Tour Start

Partschins/Parcines

Tour End

Naturns/Naturno

Partschins bus turning area – Max von Isser Street – Peter Mitterhofer Square – church square – Wasserfallweg – Sonnenbergweg – suspension bridge – farm inn Winklerhof – Sonnenberg Panoramic Trail 91 – Naturns

The walk starts in Partschins. From the bus turning area, head into Max von Isser Street to Peter Mitterhofer Square. Continue right to the church square with the St Peter and Paul Parish Church. Then turn left and walk a short way uphill on Waterfall Path to the junction with the Sonnenberg Path (trail 39).

Follow trail 39 towards the suspension bridge and on to the Winklerhof farm inn. From here, the route continues directly along the Sonnenberg Panoramic Trail 91 to Naturns. The trail stays at an almost constant altitude and offers outstanding views over the Adige Valley and the Vinschgau Valley. Only right after the suspension bridge is there a short, steeper ascent—after that, the walk continues at a comfortable gradient.

At the end of the panoramic trail, the route descends briefly into Naturns. Here, a visit to the famous St Prokulus Church and the Prokulus Museum is well worth it.

The starting points of our hiking tours can be reached comfortably and in an environmentally friendly way by bus and train. With the South Tyrol Guest Pass, all public transport throughout South Tyrol can be used free of charge – no need to search for parking. Tip: timetables and connections are available at www.suedtirolmobil.info.

Parking options in Partschins are limited. In order to protect the local natural area and support sustainable travel, we recommend using public transport. Thank you for helping to protect this area!

Timetable search: https://www.suedtirolmobil.info/en/