Find accommodation & make a request
from 110 €
Hotel & Spa Falkensteinerhof
Wellness hotel | Vals in Eisacktal
from 100 €
Hotel Tirolerhof
Gourmet hotel | Welsberg-Taisten at Mt. Kronplatz
from 110 €
Grand Hotel Bellevue
City hotel | Meran
from 141 €
Vitalpina Hotel Schulerhof
Active hotel | Plaus near Meran
s
from 163 €
Viktoria Alpine Spa Resort
Wellnesshotel | Hafling near Meran
from 230 €
Alpenpalace Spa Retreat
Exclusive well-being oasis | St. Johann in Tauferer Ahrntal
from 181 €
MIRABELL DOLOMITES HOTEL
Luxury . Ayurveda & SPA | Olang at Mt. Kronplatz
s
from 122 €
Hotel & SPA RESORT Majestic
Wellness hotel | Reischach at Mt. Kronplatz
from 131 €
SONNENHOF Sun/Spa/Panorama
Sporthotel | Pfalzen at Mt. Kronplatz
from 62 €
Garni Ganthaler
In the middle of fruit orchards | Algund near Meran
s
from 75 €
Hotel & Resort Schlosshof
Charme Hotel | Lana near Meran
from 67 €
Ruster Resort
For relaxation seekers, active travellers & culture lovers | Algund near Merano
from 220 €
Quellenhof Luxury Resort Passeier
Sport & wellness resort | St. Martin in Passeiertal
from 96 €
Falkensteiner Hotel & Spa Sonnenparadies
Wellness hotel | Terenten at Mt. Kronplatz
from 200 €
WINKLER Sport & Spa Resort
Design hotel | St. Lorenzen at Mt. Kronplatz
from 480 €
Naturhotel Waldheim
Active hotel | Altrei in Southern South Tyrol

Fixed-rope route Hoachwool

Opened in 2015, the challenging fixed-rope route Hoachwool along former irrigation channels at Naturnser Sonnenberg is a highlight for climbing fans with the rope bridge in lofty heights, steep passages and a dreamlike view.

At the entrance of Schnals valley near Naturns, right next to Juval Castle, there is the access to the challenging fixed-rope route Hoachwool. Although it starts just in the valley, you will need a high level of stamina and arm power as well as a good footwork, in order to master the very difficult passages mainly in the upper part of the tour. The route with a climbing height of 630 m is not suitable for beginners and should be done early in the morning or in spring or autumn, for avoiding the strong sunlight and heat.

Tour description:

The fixed-rope rout Hoachwool starts from the car parking at the valley station of Unterstell cableway, continues along Juval climbing garden and red signs until the access road to Juval Castle. Then, there are a few simple passages secured with ropes leading to the first highlight, the rope bridge over Schnals river.

The next steps are the “Forbidden path”, the “11th rock plate” as well as the historical elements made of iron and wood of the old irrigation channel between Schnals and Naturns, the so-called “Hoachwool”. Soon after, there is a vertical and exposed wall – one of the route’s most difficult parts. Then there is the “Sattele” rest area for a small break. The more meters in altitude you make, the more beautiful will be the view over Vinschgau.

The last section of Hoachwool route leads over an ancient path, compact rocks and grooves to the top of a pillar. From here, the tour gets easier and the climbers finally reach the exit on the meadow Höfler Weide.

For descending, just follow the fence until arriving to hiking path no. 10. From here, you either ascend to the top station of Unterstell cableway and descend comfortably, or get back to Naturns completely on foot.

The fixed-rope route can be combined as well with a visit of Juval Castle with a wonderful Messner Mountain Museum.

Details of the tour:

  • Length: 3 hours / 3.5 hours
  • Difference in altitude: 630 m / 670 m
  • Level of difficulty: very difficult
Tourism coop. Naturns
Tourism coop. Naturns
Rathausstraße 1 - 39025 Naturns
+39 0473 666 077
info@naturns.it
www.naturns.it

Current holiday offers

from 135,50 €
Hotel Vilpianerhof

Genuine hospitality, which comes from the heart - at the Vilpianerhof near Bozen and Meran!

To the hotel
from 62 €
Garni Ganthaler

In an idyllic location with a magnificent panoramic view. Comfortable rooms, garden with pool & Südtirol GuestPass Algund.

To the accommodation
from 147 €
LANERHOF Active/Spa/Balance

A refuge to arrive and rest, since ever characterised by the warm hospitality of the Winkler family.

To the hotel
from 144 €
Hotel Sand

Holidays in Vinschgau - Garden with 25 m sports pool & natural bathing pond, bike paths, countless hiking possibilities and much more.

To the hotel

Images

Fixed-rope route near Naturns
Fixed-rope route near Naturns

The "Hoachwool“ fixed-rope route near Naturns offers magnificent views.

Santer Peter - Tourismusverein Naturns
Free online catalogues
Request our online catalogues for further information!
Choose all
Naturns near Meran
kataloge

Fixed-rope routes

Selected accommodations in Naturns

Luxury DolceVita Resort Preidlhof - Naturns in Meran and environs
Sustainability SVG
Top Hotel

Luxury DolceVita Resort Preidlhof

Naturns in Meran and environs
4.9 Excellent

Romantic resort in sunny and panoramic location, ideal for couples, gourmet cuisine, wellness, SPA & medical centre.

from 216 € per day
Hotel Sand - Kastelbell-Tschars in Vinschgau

Hotel Sand

Kastelbell-Tschars in Vinschgau
4.7 Excellent

Hiking, biking and enjoying good food in Vinschgau, nearby Meran!

from 135 € per day
Park Hotel Villa Etschland - Plaus in Meran and environs

Park Hotel Villa Etschland

Plaus in Meran and environs
4.7 Excellent

Familiar hotel in the environs of Meran, comfortable rooms and suites with balcony, ideal for bikers and excursionists, garden with pool and excellent cuisine!

from 75 € per day
Haus Juval - Naturns in Meran and environs

Haus Juval

Naturns in Meran and environs
5 Excellent

Comfortable apartments in a quiet position, completely furnished, garden with sunbathing lawn & countless activities in the environs – ideal for families and active travellers!

Service