Hiking holidays in South Tyrol

in the alpine region
Gitschberg Val Giovo

The alpine region Gitschberg-Val Giovo is a paradise for hikers and nature lovers. An extensive network of hiking trails runs through the entire region, which is dominated by the 2,510-meter peak of Mount Gitschberg. Ancient mountain farms, idyllic huts and a total of 30 pastures will turn your hiking holidays in South Tyrol into an exceptional experience. On varied themed trails you will learn many details regarding the flora and fauna of the Alps, and you will discover the secrets of traditional alpine farming. The “Bee Path” in Rodengo, the “Pfunderer Höfeweg” and the “Elfenweg” in Vandoies give you a comprehensive insight into the nature and the traditions and customs of South Tyrol.

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Mountain and meadow hiking
in the alpine region

Challenging hiking trails and mountain tours with stunning views await you in the hiking region Gitschberg. For a hike to the lakes Seefeld you need to walk almost four hours. You overcome some 950 altitude meters, and on the way you will pass the Great, Middle and Little Seefeld Lake. A demanding hike takes you from Maranza to the romantic Fane Alm and to the lodge Brixner Hütte. The alpine hike extends over a length of 11.5 kilometres and passes through deep forests and lush green meadows.

Fane Alm

A romantic hiking destination
for the entire family

The Fane Alm – located north of Rio di Pusteria in the Fundres Mountains – is probably the most beautiful alpine village in South Tyrol. Today, it is a popular hiking destination for families and adventure tourists. In this truly magical place, you may take a break and dive deeply into the history of our region. Perhaps you will even participate in the annual Fane Fest or the popular Milk Festival!

Pfeiferhof Die Fane Alm Ein romantisches Wanderziel für die ganze Familie

Marvellous

hiking itineraries

Family &
Summer Holidays
in Maranza / South Tyrol

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Brixen South Tyrol Card

The most beautiful sides of
Gitschberg Val Giovo – South Tyrol

One Card – endless experiences.

The Brixen South Tyrol Card allows you to use South Tyrol’s public transport free of charge and enjoy a free daily return ride on the two Gitschberg, Jochtal and Plose cable cars during selected periods and free admission to leisure, cultural and activity offers in the area during the respective opening hours.

All advantages

Included services:

One daily ascent and descent with the cable car on the Gitschberg in Meransen and the Jochtal cable car in Vals from 14 May to 10 July 2026 and from 5 September to 7 November 2026
One daily ascent and descent from 23 May to 10 July 2026 and 5 September to 1 November 2026 with the Plose cable car, Pfannspitz cable car and Palmschoß chairlift
Free use of all regional public transport in South Tyrol
Free admission to 8 selected museums in the area (during respective opening hours)
Daily free admission to the Aquarena swimming pools (3 hours, excluding weekends and public holidays), Mühlbach outdoor swimming pool, Klausen outdoor swimming pool and Feldthurns outdoor swimming pool (during respective opening hours)
Miniature golf in Terento and Maranza
Exciting weekly programme
Special prices with bonus partners

Attractive multi-day tickets are available for the mountain railways during the summer months from 11 July 2026 to 4 September 2026: https://www.gitschberg-jochtal.com/en/summer/lift-prices

All advantages

Upon completion of the accommodation contract, the guest will be issued the South Tyrol Alto Adige Guest Pass (hereinafter Guest Pass), which, according to the resolution of the South Tyrolean Provincial Government no. 732/2022, is valid for the entire duration of their stay – from 0:00 on the day of arrival until 24:00 on the day of departure.

The Guest Pass includes the use of all public transport within the Südtirolmobil network area as well as additional services, which may vary in the single tourism organizations. Detailed information is available at: suedtirol-guestpass.info

The only South Tyrolean carrier of the Guest Pass is the mobility consortium, which was appointed as the unified coordination body in accordance with the above LR resolution by the Regional Association of Tourism Organizations of South Tyrol (LTS) on November 16, 2022. The details of the additional services associated with the Guest Pass as well as the terms and conditions of use of the Guest Pass will be communicated by the third party responsible for issuing and managing the Guest Pass. Detailed information is available at: suedtirol-guestpass.info

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Hiking with kids

family hiking trails
at Gitschberg

Families with children in the hiking region Gitschberg will find a variety wonderfully situated family trails that even the youngest will handle effortlessly. They are lined with numerous alpine pastures, inviting you to take a rest on a sun-drenched outdoor terrace. The family hiking trails include just a few altitude meters. One of the most attractive tours is the circular trail Altafossa. The Altafossa Valley is only three kilometres from the Hotel Pfeiferhof – starting point is the parking lot in the village.

In addition to the family hiking trails, there are 4 family parks:

Gitschberg Sun Park: this is located at the mountain terminal of the Nesselbahn lift and leads up to the Gitschhütte
Jochtal Adventure Park: this park starts at the mountain terminal Jochtal and leads up to the panoramic platform “Stoanermandl”
Recreational area Bunker Spinges: located just above the village of Spinges
Activity Park Terento: located in the centre of Terento

Other beautiful hiking itineraries
in the Valley of the Paths

However, there is so much more to find for hiking friends in the surroundings of Maranza: The hiking area around Mount Gitschberg is part of the hiking region Isarco Valley, which is also called “Valley of the Paths”. It offers many experience & adventure trails, which provide plenty of interesting information about the mining and rural life. On 33 itineraries, you may, for example, explore the Naz-Sciaves apple plateau, the villages around Bressanone or the old town of Chiusa and the Isarco Valley Dolomites. You may hike at all altitudes and change from cultural landscapes into the rough mountains, through dark forests, river landscapes, vineyards, and fruit gardens.