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Alta Via Val Venosta Walking Tour

Stroll through the perfect green mountains of South Tyrol on a peaceful walking tour

4.7 (54 ratings)

Italy, Europe

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About this tour:

8 days

May-Oct

Walking

Self-guided, Private

Hotels

Moderate (3/5)

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Meals

Don't worry about meals. 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner are included.

Transfers

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Enjoy the flexibility and ease of staggered payments in your own currency using your choice of credit card.

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Route notes, maps, and/or a trail app make navigation on this tour a breeze.

Park Entrance Fees

Included where possible! Check the 'What's Included' tab for more info on park entrance fees during your tour.

Luggage transfers

Take a load off, with optional or included luggage transfers. Check inclusions for further details.

Accommodation for Alta Via Val Venosta Walking Tour

This tour is based in hotels. Hotels on this trip are 2-3-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.

Night 1

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Hotel Etschquelle

This cute hotel offers clean rooms, great service, and welcoming hospitality. Enjoy mountain views and the food from the restaurant, which is quality.

Night 2

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Gasthof Gemse

This hotel is super quiet and relaxing. Snuggle up on the terrace with a hot meal and enjoy the thoughtful attention from the staff.

Night 3

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Hotel Greif

This hotel is artfully designed. It’s got three bars for you to socialize at and the breakfast is known to be quite delicious.

Night 4-6

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Hotel Goldene Rose in Silandro

This family-run hotel is located in the centre of Schlanders and offers a free wellness centre, free Wi-Fi and a traditional restaurant. Rooms have wooden or carpeted floors, large flat-screen TVs and beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.

Night 7

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Hotel Flora in Meran

The hotel offers a sun terrace, newspaper, and sun umbrellas, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features a restaurant. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking.

Hotels on Standard Tour

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Alta Via Val Venosta Walking Tour Details

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Itinerary

Alta Via Val Venosta Walking Tour Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Resia

Overnight Location - Hotel in Resia | Distance - None | Meals - None

Arrive with public transport or private transfer to Resia, check-in at the accommodation and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the Dolomites and take a stroll along the lake.

Day 2

Walk to Planol

Overnight Location - Hotel in Planol | Distance - 8 hours, 15.5-20.5km, 778m of ascent | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

It's a long but gentle walk through villages, forests, and pastures with a stretch along the Resia Lake. You pass next to the River Adige spring, which is worth a stop. Along the way, you have great views of the surrounding mountain chains and the Lake. You can shorten the walk by starting from Curon Venosta.

Day 3

Walk to Sluderno/Malles

Overnight Location - Hotel in Malles | Distance - 5 hours, 15km, 389m of ascent | Meals - Breakfast

Today, walk along the mountainside which dominates the upper Val Venosta. Along the way you can enjoy great views of the Ortles massif and the villages of Glorenza, Burgusio and Malles. The route runs mostly on gravel tracks and footpaths. In Sluderno you can make a short detour to visit the famous Coira Castle.

Day 4

Agri Avionshof to Tanas Walking Trip & Transfer to Lasa and Silandro

Overnight Location - Hotel in Silandro | Distance - 5 hours, 15km, 589m of ascent | Meals - Breakfast

This morning you are transferred uphill to the Agriturismo Avionshof, where the walk starts. It's a panoramic hike along the mountainside which dominates the upper Val Venosta. Along the way you can enjoy great views of the Ortles massif and the villages in the valley floor. The route runs mostly on gravel tracks and footpaths.

Day 5

Walk in Tanas Village to Silandro

Overnight Location - Hotel in Silandro | Distance - 7 hours, 17.8-19km, 481m of ascent | Meals - Breakfast

Today a short transfer by car will lead you to the tiny village of Tanas. Take a long but gentle walk along the mountainside with great views over the valley and the mountain chain between the Val Martello and Stelvio Pass. Along the way you can see the Hohe Angelusspitze, the Laaser Spitze and the Tschenglser Hochwand. Today it is possible to make a short detour to see a waterfall.

Day 6

Val Martello Loop Walk

Overnight Location - Hotel in Silandro | Distance - 5 hours, 11km, 920m of ascent | Meals - Breakfast

Take the bus to Val Martello. Today’s adventure is a relatively easy walk that runs through the mountain area where the village of Martello is set. You walk the entire day in one of the most spectacular areas of Stelvio National Park. Along the itinerary, you can enjoy great views of the lower Val Martello and Ortles massif. You can shorten the route following the signs for Martello Paese. Along the route, it is possible to take a short detour to a magnificent viewpoint.

Day 7

Transfer to S. Martino al Monte and Walk to Stava

Overnight Location - Hotel in Merano | Distance - 4 hours, 12km, 173m of ascent | Meals - Breakfast

Transfer to Laces. Here, hop on the cable car to San Martino a Monte, where the walk starts. It's a gentle walk that runs along the mountain slope at the end of Venosta Valley. You can enjoy great views of the lower valley and the mountain chains which delimitate the valley. Along the way, it Is possible to do a short detour to Castel Juval. At the end of the walk, take the train to Merano.

Day 8

Arrivederci Dolomiti!

Overnight Location - None | Distance - None | Meals - Breakfast

Time to head home after a beautiful week in Italy. Safe travels!

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Frequently asked questions for Alta Via Val Venosta Walking Tour

How hard is the Alta Via Val Venosta Walking Tour?

We rate this tour as a 3/5. The trails are not particularly demanding and the routes are suitable for reasonably fit individuals. You should have some experience hiking or walking consecutive days to get the most out of this tour.

Do I need a visa to travel to Italy?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

I’ve never been on a self-guided trip! How does it work?

Self-guided travelling is not difficult! For many, it is a preferred type of travel, since you are in charge of your own time and pace. You are provided with all the information you’ll need to follow the route each day and often have access to phone support or other kinds of assistance. However, self-guided travelling requires good navigation skills and those who don’t feel confident in unknown places should consider booking guided tours.

Are meals included on the Alta Via Val Venosta Walking Tour?

7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover walking tours. Get your Travel Insurance.

How do I get to Resia to start this tour?

You can arrive at Innsbruck Airport (INN) and Verona Airport (VRN). From Innsbruck you can take a bus or a train to reach the central train station or you could opt for a shuttle from the airport. From Verona airport you can take a shuttle that runs every 20 minutes to and from the central train station. When you are in Verona Porta Nuova railway station, take a train to Merano. From Merano a private transfer/train will take you to the Malles, where you can take the bus to Resia.

Where does the Alta Via Val Venosta Walking Tour end?

The tour ends in Merano. You can take the train or bus to your departure airport.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Italy?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Italy?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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