ITINERARY | HIGHLIGHTS | WEATHER | ACCOMMODATION and ADDITIONAL INFOALTO ADIGE 2012
In the Shadow of the Dolomites
A self-guided walking holiday among vines, chestnut groves, meadows and lakes
This is a walking holiday in the very heart of the “Alto Adige”region, in the shadow of the Dolomites mountains. Just south of the Alps, between Bressanone, cultural centre of the Tyrol region and Bolzano, this is where the German world meets the Italian dolce vita, where north and south Europe meet. The first part of the tour is on the Keschtnweg, the 'Chestnut Way', from which you can admire the beautiful Dolomites mountains as if you were gazing from a terrace. The walk continues on the Renon plateau, to arrive at the region’s capital, Bolzano and the Val Gardena. Vineyards and orchards flank the route, the landscape is dotted with castles and handsome
palazzi, whilst one of the highlights is Lake Kaltern and the majestic mountains are always in view.
PRICE
£570 per person based on 2 people sharing, single supplement £98. Reduction of 50% for children under 12. Extra nights - £65 per person (Brixen), £55 per person (Merano), based on 2 people sharing. Half board available at £130 per person.
INCLUDED
Accommodation for 6 nights in three/four star star hotels/inns in double rooms with private bathroom; full/buffet breakfasts; luggage transfer from hotel to hotel; transfers according to itinerary; detailed description of the itinerary; telephone hotline in English.
NOT INCLUDED
Lunches and dinners, drinks, entrance fees, anything else not explicitly specified.
DEPARTURE DATES
2011 - Departures every Sunday from May 1 to October 2 inclusive (except 7 and 14 August). Other dates available for minimum of 5 people.
2012 - Departures every Sunday from 29 April to 30 September inclusive. Other dates available for minimum of 5 people.
To book email:
info@worldwalks.com T: (44)
(0)1242 254353
Day 1: Arrival at Bressanone (Brixen)
If you have time, visit the old town in Bressanone: the Romanesque cathedral, the Palace “dei Principi Vescovi” and the city arcades. Not far (2km) there is the Novacella abbey, the biggest monastery of the Tyrol, famous for its white wine.
Day 2: Bressanone – Chiusa (Klausen)
From Bressanone climb up to the Pfeffersberg. Natural terraces allow you to admire the Dolomite mountains, whilst the path passes through little villages and farms. Passing by Velturno and the Sabiona monastery, arrive at the gorgeous village of Chiusa, where you can visit the civic museum which exhibits the renowned Loreto Treasure. 15 kms. 5-6 hours walking. Height gain: 560m
Day 3: Chiusa – Bolzano (Bozen)
After a short bus transfer to Barbiano come to Renon (Ritten) and a plateau with remarkable views of the Dolomites and the Schlern. After passing the Earth Pyramids take the cable-car down to Bolzano, a city where Italian and German culture meets.
19 kms. 5-6 hours walking. Height gain: 550m
Day 4: Bolzano – Lake Kaltern and area
A route taking you past the most famous lake in the southern Tyrol, an area that is also renowned for its wines, as well as a landscape covered in castles, farms and churches. Worth visiting is the wine museum in Kaltern. 18 kms. 5 hours walking. Height gain: 550m
Day 5: Lake Kaltern area – Tramin - Lake Kaltern/surroundings
The wine route - picturesque vineyards and fascinating landscapes. In Kurtatsch, the home of the “Gewürztraminer”, walk the 'wine nature trail', which highlights the relationship between wine, grape and vines. 20 kms. 6 hours walking. 600m.
Day 6: Lake Kaltern - Lana - Meran (Merano)
Transfer to Lana. Then the path takes you along the Marlinger Waals, constructed centuries past as irrigation corridors and which today make excellent paths through the countryside. The route continues beneath Tyrol Castle towards Meran. 20 kms. 5 hours walking. Height gain: 500m
Day 7: Departure
There is a regular train service (approximately hourly) if you wish to return to Bressanone (1h 15) or Bolzano (40 min). Return transfers by shuttle-bus can also be organised, to be paid locally.
DIFFICULTY OF WALK
4-6 hrs walk per day; moderate exertion required with no scrambling
GROUP SIZE
2 or more
Magnificent mountain scenery (but no climbing); Bolzano's old town; Lake Kaltern
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ACCOMMODATION
Comfortable three and four star hotels and inns with private bathrooms.
GETTING THERE
BY AIR: The nearest airport is Bolzano, from which you can take a train directly to Bressanone/Brixen. Treviso is also possible but would require a 3 hour transfer by taxi. It is possible to arrive at the international airport of Verona or Venezia. From here take the train to Bolzano and change for Bressanone/Brixen. There are also some direct trains - check the timetable.
WHAT TO TAKE
Normal equipment for trekking.
WHEN TO GO
2011 - Departures every Sunday from May 1 to October 2 inclusive (except 7 and 14 August). Other dates available for minimum of 5 people.
2012 - Departures every Sunday from 29 April to 30 September inclusive. Other dates available for minimum of 5 people.
INSURANCE
We recommend that you take out appropriate holiday insurance covering you against illness, injury, and loss or damage to luggage. This insurance should also cover the possibility of your having to cancel your holiday for whatever reason.
To book, contact
worldwalks at:
email:
info@worldwalks.comT: (44)
(0)1242 254353