Varied landscapes and the soothing quiet of nature.

Hiking in Gsiesertal Valley-Welsberg-Taisten

More than 60 hiking trails – from gentle valley paths to the summit of the Riepenspitze (2,774 m).

In Gsiesertal Valley, Welsberg and Taisten, you'll find over 60 hiking routes of varying lengths and difficulty levels. They range from gentle walks, such as the Talblickweg panoramic trail, to more demanding mountain hikes to Schwarzsee Lake and Hochkreuz Peak or the Riepenspitze (2,774 m), one of the highest peak on the eastern ridge of Gsiesertal Valley, with sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and the Dolomites beyond.

Between the valley floor and the high peaks, woodlands, meadows and wide alpine pastures shape the landscape. Themed trails make hiking in Gsiesertal Valley-Welsberg-Taisten wonderfully varied.

Along the way, traditional alpine huts serving food and refreshments offer welcoming places to stop. Sometimes a hut is the destination itself; sometimes it's a place to pause before continuing, perhaps along the Almweg 2000 trail, or onwards towards a summit.

In the hiking route overview, you can filter by category, difficulty, distance and starting point to find the walk or hike that suits your day.

Summit hikes

Themed hikes

Long-distance hikes

Family-friendly hikes

Alpine pasture hikes and huts

Hiking throughout the seasons

In Gsiesertal Valley-Welsberg-Taisten, hiking changes with the seasons. In spring and autumn, many trails lead through the valley and across sunny hillsides. Summer is the time to head up to alpine pastures and mountain summits. In winter, dedicated winter walking trails and snowshoe hikes take centre stage.
→ Discover snowshoeing and winter hiking

Everything you need for your hike

Guided hikes
Explore the region in the company of our local hiking guides.
→ Active Programme

Alpine huts and mountain refuges
Opening times and places to stop for food and refreshments along your route.
→ Alpine huts and mountain refuges

Getting here & South Tyrol Guest Pass
Many hiking starting points can be reached by public transport. If you're staying with a participating accommodation provider, you'll receive the South Tyrol Guest Pass, giving you free access to South Tyrol's local public transport network.
→ Südtirol Guest Pass

Hiking couple at a water trough, with a cow and mountain views in the alpine area around Lutterkopf and Durakopf near Taisten in summer.

Hiking safely and respecting nature

When hiking in Gsiesertal Valley-Welsberg-Taisten, you're exploring a precious natural landscape that is home to wildlife and plant life. Following a few simple guidelines helps protect nature, animals and plants, while keeping you safer on the trails too.

Respecting nature

Stay on marked paths and trails.
Do not pick flowers, berries, mushrooms or other plants.
Keep a safe distance from young animals and their mothers.
Take all your rubbish back down to the valley.
Enjoy the high-quality drinking water from our natural springs.

Plan ahead, hike safely

Before setting off, check the route's distance and difficulty and the latest weather forecast.
Let your family or accommodation provider know your planned route and expected return time.
Take plenty of water or warm drinks, a first-aid kit, sturdy footwear and protection against cold and rain. Choose your equipment to suit the route. Walking poles can be particularly helpful on longer mountain hikes and steep sections.
Follow the local regulations on wild camping and lighting fires outdoors.

Hiking with your dog

Keep your dog on a lead, especially near wildlife and grazing animals.
Pick up after your dog and dispose of waste in the designated bins down in the valley.