General description
Passing Goyen, Vernaun and Labers castles en route, the finishing point of this pleasant, approximately two hour-long hike is Trauttmansdorff. As well as a visit to the botanical gardens, a detour to the Museum of Tourism is also well worthwhile.
Route description
From Scena, the route leads to the gardens at Trauttmansdorff Castle in Obermais, a district of the spa town of Merano, initially on trail nos. 3 and 3A past Goyen Castle as far as Vernaun Castle. To the right of the latter castle, the route winds along the Naifbach beck as far as Labers Castle. The Kastanienweg path heads in a southerly direction to the impressive gardens at Trauttmansdorff Castle.
Description to arrive at destination
From Merano direction Schenna and further to the village center
Parking
Parking garage in the village center of Schenna or parking lot "Baumann" behind the tourist office Schenna
Public transport
Bus line 231 from Meran to Schenna (bus stop: center)
Bus line 232 from Schenna to Trauttmansdorff
Safety instructions
Before setting out on your day excursion, please make sure of the weather and trail conditions.
Equipment
Hiking boots