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Summit tour to the top of Hirzer Spitze peak(2.781m)

General description
At 2781m, the Punta Civina is the highest summit in the Val Sarentino Alps. Its location offers unforgettable views to reward the well-deserving hiker for their efforts.
Route description

In good weather, an early start with the Hirzer cable car to Klammeben is recommended. From the mountain station, you hike further to the Tallner Alm, and then begin the actual ascent to Hirzer: Initially through alpine meadows, then through karst fields, and finally over a rocky path, you reach the summit in about 2.5 hours. The return path follows the same route.

If you are a particularly experienced and sure-footed hiker, you can take the route over the Hönigspitze and Stafell and back to Klammeben for the return journey. With the cable car, you get back to Saltaus and from there by bus to Meran.

As an alternative, you can also use the Verdins - Tall cable car and the Grube chairlift. From here, it's a 30-minute walk to Klammeben.

Description to arrive at destination
  • From Merano towards the Passeier Valley to Saltusio to the Hirzer cable car.
  • From Merano towards Scena and then on to Verdines to the valley station of the Verdins-Tall cable car.
Parking
  • free parking area cable car Hirzer
  • free parking area cable car Verdins
Public transport
  • Bus line 240 from Merano to Saltaus (bus stop: Hirzer Seilbahn)
  • Bus line 231 from Meran to Schenna/Verdins (bus stop: Verdins)
You can find the schedules at www.suedtirolmobil.info or on the Schenna App!
Safety instructions
Only for hikers who are sure-footed and free from giddiness.

Before setting out on your day excursion, please make sure of the weather and trail conditions.
Equipment
Alpine boots