Description

Starting at Lago d’Antorno (1866 m), the snowshoe hike leads up to the vast plateau of Monte Piana (2324 m). This imposing Dolomite mountain was once the scene of fierce fighting during the First World War. Today, it offers tranquillity, wide-open spaces and one of the most impressive 360° panoramas in the UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites. From the Drei Zinnen and Paternkofel to the Cadini Group, Sorapis, Monte Cristallo and Hohe Gaisl – an unforgettable view. Packed lunch required.

Difficulty: medium.

Time: 08:30 am.-04:00 pm.

Walking time: 2.5 hours ascent, 2 hours descent.

Altitude difference: 700 m.

Route length: 12 km.

Departures: 08:30 am. at the bus stop at the Head of the valley, St. Magdalena in the Gsiesertal Valley, 08:35 am. St. Martin in the Gsiesertal Valley, 08:45 am. Pichl in the Gsiesertal Valley, 08:55 am. Taisten, 09:00 am. Welsberg, bus stop on Bahnhofstraße (opposite Bar Parkcafé).

Cost: with Südtirol Guest Pass – Gsiesertal-Welsberg-Taisten Card 15 €, without advantage card 25 €; Snowshoe rental included.

Registration: Online booking by Thursday, 05:00 pm. at www.gsieser-tal.com/programme or directly at the tourist information office of the Dolomites Panorama Region Gsiesertal-Welsberg-Taisten, T. +39 0474 978436