Vigiljoch - Bärenbad Alm - Naturnser Hochwart

A rewarding circular hike on the Vigiljoch, at the foothills of the Ortler group, with ascent of the Naturnser Hochwart (2,608 m) with an amazing view.

General description

The starting point of this hike is the mountain station of the chairlift Vigiljoch at 1.814 m. From here you walk slightly downhill to Gasthaus Jocher to the church of St. Vigilius. Under the small church there is a crossroads, from where you can reach the Bärenbad Alm. There begins the path no. 2, which is in the way nr. 9 and slowly rises towards Naturnser Alm (1,910 m). Follow path no. 9 to Rauhen Bühel (2.027 m), which leads up to the Hochwart. The way back is via the ascent path.

Description to arrive at destination
From Merano direction Lana to the centre of Lana, Vigiljoch cable car valley station
Parking

At the valley station of the Vigiljoch cable car
The number of parking spaces at the valley station of the cable car is limited, so we recommend reaching the cable car by public transport.

Public transport

Bus line 211 (Lana-Meran), Bus line 214 (Lana-Völlan), Bus line 215 (Citybus Lana), Bus line 245 (Meran-Lana-Ulten), Bus line 246 (Meran-Lana-Gampenpass)
You can find current timetables at: www.suedtirolmobil.info

Equipment
Some surefootedness. Trekking shoes are recommended. Basic orientation skills.
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