Partschins – Sonnenberg Panoramic Trail – Naturns (Terrain Cure Trail n° 5)

The climatic terrain cure is a special form of exercise therapy characterised by activity adapted to one’s fitness level, endurance training, and time spent in the outdoors experiencing the landscape, which is carried out through a personalised walking programme.

So-called terrain hiking improves endurance and agility, increases speed and flexibility, reinforces the cardiovascular system, stimulates breathing activity and strengthens muscles, ligaments and joints. It has a positive impact on the metabolism, activates the digestive system and noticeably increases the expenditure of calories.
The climatic terrain cure is recommended for functional cardiovascular disorders, respiratory and metabolic disorders, and above all is a tried and tested method of primary prevention and general health promotion.
The "Terrainkur" trails in Partschins/Parcines have been certified  by the Ludwig-Maximilians-University of Munich.

• Total length: 7.7 km
• Length of ascending sections: 1.7 km
• Ø walking time: 2 h 30 min. at 3 km/h
• Altitude: approx. 530-720 m
• Degree of difficulty in terms of performance physiology: medium-high (5 out of 7)
• Thermal stress level: high
• Energy expenditure during ascents: 6.6 kcal/min at 3 km/h
• Power output during ascents: 75 Watts at 3 km/h

Route: From Partschins/Parcines take the Sonnenbergweg path to Partschins/Parcines suspension bridge and the Winklerhof farm/inn. From here head directly onto the Sonnenberg panoramic trail (n° 91) to Naturns/Naturno. Return to Partschins/Parcines by bus.

Landscape & Requirements: Trail exposed to the sun and wind with few shady sections - 90% open landscape - deciduous forest, lovely views, benches, mostly flat route with a few short, steeper ascents and descents; due to its exposure to the sun, especially recommended in spring and autumn.

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/