General description
Cozy winter circular hike from Tall to the Hirzer area with stunning views over Merano.
The well-prepared trail is also suitable for families with children. You can also bring a sled for the downhill ride, which you can rent at restaurant Sterneck.
Route description
This winter hike
starts in
Obertall. From here, you first follow the
paved access road that takes you comfortably
to Gasthof Hochwies.You then continue on
trail no. 4, which winds through the snowy landscape, past snow-covered forests, until you reach
Gompm Alm.Afterwards, you walk along a
flat, well-prepared path that leads directly to
Gasthof Grube.Behind the Gasthof,
trail no. 7A and 2 takes you downhill (sledding is possible) to
Oberkirn, from where you can walk
back to
Obertall.Description to arrive at destination
From Merano to Schenna and Verdins to Obertall.
Parking
- Free parking lot at the middle station of the Hirzer cable car.
Public transport
- Bus line 231 from Merano to Schenna and Verdins (Verdins stop)
Public transport is available only when the Verdins cable car is operating:
- From December 26th to January 6th, daily from 10 AM to 12 PM and from 1.30 PM to 4.30 PM.
Safety instructions
Before setting out on your day excursion, please make sure of the weather and trail conditions.
Equipment
Winter hiking boots & warm clothes.