“Waalwege” – hiking in Vinschgau
The water for the fields here is often channelled through stone or wooden channels and along these channels you will find some pleasant hiking and walking paths. Originally, they were built in order to maintain the irrigation channels.
The small routes, which often are suitable for the whole family, partly proceed for several kilometres, offering extraordinary hiking and walking tours. They are ideal places for nature lovers and epicures, because they include not just wonderful insights in a unique landscape, but also many nice inns and restaurants, providing hearty snacks and local specialities.
Which “Waalwege” path is the most recommended for a cosy hike is difficult to say as all of them have a special charm. Please note that the “Schludernser Bergwaal” and the “Islwaal in Schlanders” are regularly filled with water in April, most of the other only from May.
In the neighbouring region surrounding Meran, you can find many other beautiful paths along old irrigations channels.
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The trail along the old irrigation channels of Tschars is perfect for hikes and excursions the whole year round.
IDM Südtirol - Frieder Blickle
The path is frequently visited by families. The water in the old irrigation channels is perfect for playing.
IDM Südtirol - Frieder Blickle
Right in front of Juval Castle you can see the mechanism of the old irrigation channels still today.
IDM Südtirol - Frieder Blickle
From the Waalweg path, you can have a wonderful view of the valley and of the environs.
IDM Südtirol - Frieder Blickle
The South Tyrolean "Waalwege" paths are popular hiking and walking trails for the whole family.
Rainer Schmittchen - Fotolia
With the ancient irrigation system, fields and meadows can still be irrigated today. As well, the paths are perfect for hiking and walking tours.
Rainer Schmittchen - Fotolia
From several paths, you have a magnificent view of the valley and the impressive landscape in the environs.
Rainer Schmittchen - Fotolia
The popular "Waalwege" paths are winding across forests, vineyards, fruit orchards and meadows.
Rainer Schmittchen - FotoliaSelected accommodations in Vinschgau
matill - timeless boutique retreat
Joie de vivre and pleasures, relax and regeneration! Take your time for unforgettable holidays in the middle of fruit orchards & the South Tyrolean mountains.
Garden Park Hotel
An oasis of tranquillity, surrounded by a well-tended garden and park, with fine cuisine, an extensive wellness area & varied activities.
Piris Jagdhof - Dolce Vita Experience
Lovingly run Sport & Spa Hotel, over 3,000 m² garden & wellness area, varied activity programme, personal hospitality and culinary highlights.
Familienhotel Bella Vista
The famous ski legend Gustav Thöni accompanies you on hikes and on the slopes. Inviting rooms and suites, new heated outdoor pool & panoramic sauna. Excellent cuisine and wine tastings.