The snowshoe hike to Putzenhöhe/Cima di Pozzo (2,441 m) is one of the most beautiful winter tours above Hofern/Corti. It leads through the impressive mountain landscape of the Pfunderer Berge/Monti di Fundres, offering snow-covered forests, wide alpine pastures and magnificent panoramic views from the summit. Away from the crowds, you can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of South Tyrol's winter mountains.
The starting point is the Gelenke car park at approximately 1,600 m above Hofern/Corti. From here, initially follow trail no. 65 towards Moarhofalm/Malga Moarhof. The route climbs steadily through open woodland and snow-covered alpine pastures. Beautiful views of the surrounding mountains can already be enjoyed during the ascent.
After a while, you reach Moarhofalm/Malga Moarhof at 1,833 m, beautifully situated in the winter mountain landscape. The snow-covered alpine meadows and surrounding peaks give this section a special charm. The alpine hut is a useful landmark and a lovely place to stop for a moment and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Above Moarhofalm/Malga Moarhof, the route continues towards Grünbachsee/Lago Verde at approximately 2,257 m. The landscape gradually becomes more open and alpine. Wide snowfields, gently rolling slopes and the distinctive peaks of the Pfunderer Berge/Monti di Fundres dominate the scenery. In winter, the frozen mountain lake lies surrounded by an impressive high-altitude landscape.
From Grünbachsee/Lago Verde, the route continues towards Putzenhöhe/Cima di Pozzo. The final section crosses more challenging, partly steep terrain and requires favourable snow and avalanche conditions as well as appropriate experience in winter mountain terrain.
Once at the summit of Putzenhöhe/Cima di Pozzo at 2,441 m, you are rewarded with magnificent panoramic views of South Tyrol's mountains. On clear days, the panorama stretches across the peaks of the Pfunderer Berge/Monti di Fundres to the Zillertal Alps/Alpi della Zillertal and the distinctive peaks of the Dolomites/Dolomiti. The Pustertal/Val Pusteria valley can also be admired from here.
One of the highlights of this snowshoe hike is the variety of winter landscapes along the route. While the lower sections are characterised by peaceful forests and snow-covered alpine meadows, higher up you will discover wide snowfields and impressive views of the surrounding peaks. The combination of nature, winter tranquillity and magnificent mountain scenery makes this tour a special experience for experienced snowshoe hikers.
The return generally follows the ascent route, passing Grünbachsee/Lago Verde and Moarhofalm/Malga Moarhof before returning to the Gelenke car park. Depending on snow and avalanche conditions, adjustments to the route may be necessary.
Important: The snowshoe hike leads through unsecured alpine terrain and requires good physical fitness, experience and careful planning. The steeper sections near the summit, in particular, should only be attempted in sufficiently safe conditions. Before every tour, always check the latest avalanche bulletin, weather forecast and snow conditions. Complete avalanche rescue equipment, including a transceiver, probe and shovel, as well as the knowledge to use it, is essential.
Please also follow the recommendations of the Alpenverein Südtirol (AVS) awareness campaign for environmentally responsible snowshoe hiking and respect wildlife and their natural habitats.
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