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The Sambock in the Pustertal Valley is Pfalzen’s home mountain and is among the loveliest viewing points in the Kronplatz holiday region in South Tyrol. An easy hike with views of the Pfalzen plateau and the southern foothills of the Zillertal Alps.

Start & destination: Platten mountain hamlet or the Kofler Inn on the Kofel
Duration: 4 hrs
Distance: 9 km
Elevation gain: 800 metres
Difficulty: moderate

This themed trail leads around the sunny village of Pfalzen and explores the extraordinary interplay of nature and wildlife. An easy circular hike for all the family!

Start & destination: Centre of the village of Pfalzen
Duration: 4 hrs
Distance: 8.5 km
Difference in elevation: 400 metres
Difficulty: easy

Pale summits and spectacular rock formations: the Dolomites! But have no fear: there are summit experiences for hikers without a lot of experience - such as the route on the Piz da Peres, a popular mountain with magnificent views in the Fanes-Sennes-Prags nature reserve. Once at the top, hikers are rewarded with an imposing all-around view of the Kronplatz, the Peitlerkofel and the world of the Ladin mountains facing them.

Start & destination: Car park on the Furkel Pass
Duration: 4.5 hrs
Distance: 8 km
Elevation gain: 700 metres
Difficulty: moderate

The Schwarzenstein in the Ahrntal Valley is, in good conditions, considered to be an easy three-thousand-metre-plus mountain. Nevertheless, it should not be underestimated! With a difference in elevation of 1,910 metres between the starting point and the summit, this route demands plenty of fitness. This is also true of the new Schwarzenstein hut. The reward: a unique panoramic view!

Start & destination: Stallila Mountain Inn (1472 m) near St. Johann im Ahrntal
Duration: 6 hr ascent; 4.5 hr descent
Distance: 18.4 km
Elevation gain: 2,050 metres
Difficulty: hard