Yes. Dogs are welcome on the winter walking paths in Gsiesertal Valley-Welsberg-Taisten . Please keep your dog on a lead and follow any instructions for the individual route. This helps everyone enjoy the winter landscape in peace.

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Snowshoeing and Winter Hiking in Gsiesertal Valley-Welsberg-Taisten

Q: Do I need snowshoes for every walk?

No. On g roomed winter walking paths , you generally don't need snowshoes . Sturdy, non-slip footwear is usually sufficient. Snowshoes are mainly used on designated snowshoe routes and away from groomed paths . The right equipment always depends on snow conditions, the state of the path and your chosen route.

Q: Which winter walks are suitable for families?

Several cleared winter walking paths in the valley , as well as groomed routes leading to mountain huts open during winter , are also suitable for families . Use the route overview to filter walks by duration and difficulty and find a suitable route. You can also explore our family-friendly hikes .

Q: Are there winter walks with opportunities for tobogganing?

Yes. Several groomed winter walking paths in the Dolomites Panorama Region Gsiesertal Valley-Welsberg-Taisten can be combined with a toboggan ride back down . Many lead to mountain huts open during winter , and selected huts also offer toboggan hire. You'll find suitable routes and further details on our page about winter walks with tobogganing opportunities .

Experience winter one step at a time.

In Gsiesertal Valley-Welsberg-Taisten, groomed winter walking paths and snowshoe routes lead through the valley, across snow-covered alpine pastures and up towards mountain huts open during winter. Selected winter walking paths are groomed daily and can be explored in sturdy, non-slip footwear. Away from the groomed paths, snowshoes open up further opportunities to discover the winter landscape.

Some routes offer gentle walks through the valley, while others lead through snowy forests and higher into the mountains. Along the way, the surroundings grow quieter and the views open up. How much time you take is entirely up to you.

In our route overview, you'll find winter walks and snowshoe tours in Gsiesertal Valley-Welsberg-Taisten. Filter by difficulty, distance and other route details to find a walk that suits your winter day.

Close-up of snowshoes in motion across the snow.

Prepare for your winter adventure

Weather, snow and path conditions can change quickly during winter. Before setting off, check the latest weather forecast and current path conditions. Always adapt your winter walk or snowshoe tour to the conditions.

What to bear in mind:

On groomed winter walking paths, wear sturdy, non-slip footwear.
Away from groomed paths, snowshoes and walking poles may be useful, depending on your chosen route.
Bring warm winter clothing and, for longer outings, enough to drink and a small first-aid kit.
Microspikes provide extra grip on icy or hard-frozen sections of the path.
When snowshoeing in open terrain, always check the latest snow conditions and avalanche bulletin.
For snowshoe tours in open terrain exposed to avalanche danger, an avalanche transceiver, probe and shovel are essential safety equipment.

Two snowshoe hikers near Uwald Alm in Gsiesertal Valley, as the man points something out to the woman in the snow-covered mountain landscape.

Discover winter together

Guided snowshoe walks and winter experiences.

If you'd like to explore the snowy landscape with a mountain guide, our Active Programme regularly offers guided snowshoe walks and winter tours. Along the way, you'll discover interesting details about Gsiesertal Valley-Welsberg-Taisten and see the winter landscape from a different perspective.

Explore the Active Programme

Close-up of a woman’s hands fastening the binding of a snowshoe.

Snowshoe hire

You can hire snowshoes and suitable equipment from several hire providers in the region.

Welsberg
- [Skiverleih Hellweger](https://gsieser-tal.secure.consisto.net/de/ltspois/6F2ACA5C7F6D5C1A250CB150DB888EDC-skiverleih-hellweger.html)
- [Skiverleih Hellweger – Railway station](https://gsieser-tal.secure.consisto.net/de/ltspois/D4C5AD8017656321CB430B32EEED7555-skiverleih-hellweger-bahnhof-welsberg.html)

Taisten
- [Huski Rent a Ski](https://gsieser-tal.secure.consisto.net/de/ltspois/3D51E8930F1C3C7A02B2EC78D9F18E07-huski-rent-a-ski-taisten.html)

Pichl
- [Huski Rent a Ski](https://gsieser-tal.secure.consisto.net/de/ltspois/B48843AF95B350A8BA30C537F802D90F-huski-rent-a-ski-pichl.html)
- [Taschler Sports & Rental](https://gsieser-tal.secure.consisto.net/de/ltspois/B28458774D6C83312D02FEF684B807AB-taschler-sports-rental.html)

St. Magdalena
- [Huski Rent a Ski](https://gsieser-tal.secure.consisto.net/de/ltspois/74C8C8FE3CF2492992A19547A91EFBF3-huski-rent-a-ski-st-magdalena.html)

Frequently asked questions about snowshoeing and winter hiking

Do I need snowshoes for every walk?

Which winter walks are suitable for families?

Can I bring my dog?

Are there winter walks with opportunities for tobogganing?