Lana lies south of Meran/Merano at the foot of Mount Vigiljoch and offers plenty of opportunities for hiking. From leisurely walks through vineyards and chestnut groves to challenging mountain hikes, you will find trails to suit different abilities in the surrounding area. Thanks to its location in the Etsch/Adige Valley, other hiking areas around Meran/Merano can also be reached by public transport, cable car or car.
Hiking on Car-Free Mount Vigiljoch
Mount Vigiljoch, Lana's local mountain, is just a few minutes away by cable car. In this car-free hiking area, trails lead through forests and across alpine meadows to viewpoints and places to stop for refreshments. A chairlift takes you further up the mountain and provides easier access to various hiking routes.
Alongside leisurely walks and family-friendly circular trails, there are also longer hikes. Experienced mountain hikers can tackle more demanding routes, such as the ascent of Naturnser Hochwart peak.
Hiking Trails around Lana and in the Surrounding Mountains
There are also plenty of hiking opportunities in Völlan/Foiana, Tscherms/Cermes, Burgstall/Postal and Gargazon/Gargazzone. Around Völlan/Foiana, trails lead through chestnut groves and forests, including the South Tyrolean Chestnut Adventure Trail.
The nearby Ultental/Val d'Ultimo valley offers further hiking opportunities. Trails lead through forests and alpine meadows to mountain lakes. As well as leisurely walks in the valley, there are more challenging hikes in the surrounding mountains.
On the opposite side of the valley lies the Tschögglberg/Monzoccolo plateau, with its forests, alpine meadows and open uplands. The Meran 2000 hiking area offers a wide range of routes, from easy walks between alpine pastures to demanding mountain hikes, including the ascent of Ifinger/Monte Ivigna.
From Lana and its surroundings, you can explore a variety of hiking areas and choose routes that suit your fitness level and interests.