An exciting, informative and entertaining circular hike through an area rich in history and culture. One of the highlights is a visit to the historic Auslugerhof farm, dating back to the 12th century, with its charming farm shop. Here you can discover homemade products made from 100% regional ingredients and certified with the “Roter Hahn/Red Rooster” quality seal.
A short train ride takes us to the beautiful market town of St. Lorenzen/San Lorenzo di Sebato (810 m), the starting point of our hike. Following partly unmarked and lesser-known trails through meadows and forests, we enjoy beautiful views across the Bruneck/Brunico basin and towards the Rieserferner/Vedrette di Ries mountain group. We cross Onsberg (939 m) and reach the Auslugerhof farm in the idyllic village of St. Martin/San Martino, where we visit the historic farm and enjoy a relaxing break.
Afterwards, we walk through the village, characterised by the striking Michelsburg/Castel San Michele, historic residences and traditional farms, before reaching the western end of St. Lorenzen/San Lorenzo di Sebato. With the impressive Sonnenburg/Castel Badia in view, we continue to the picturesque district of Sonnenburg/Castelbadia (830 m).
An exciting traverse below Sonnenburger Kopf (937 m) then takes us through the so-called “hazelnut tunnel”. With magnificent views over the St. Lorenzen/San Lorenzo di Sebato basin, we begin the final section of the hike, following the rushing Rienz/Rienza River back to our starting point.
Meeting point: Ehrenburg/Casteldarne railway station at 9:30 a.m. (train departs at 9:45 a.m.) or St. Lorenzen/San Lorenzo di Sebato, Markthalle/railway station car park at 9:55 a.m. (parking fee: €2).
Distance: approx. 9 km
Elevation gain: approx. 300 m
Duration: 4 hours (approx. 3 hours walking + 1-hour stop at the Auslugerhof farm)
Difficulty: easy
Refreshments: available
What to bring: sturdy footwear, hiking clothing, rain protection, a backpack with something to drink and a small snack.
NOT SUITABLE FOR SMALL CHILDREN OR PUSHCHAIRS
Limited number of participants
Registration: by Saturday at 12:00 noon at the Kiens/Chienes Tourist Association or online by Sunday at 5:30 p.m.
Participation fee:
Adults with Kronplatz Guest Pass: €10
Adults without Guest Pass: €20
Children up to 10 years: free
Don’t forget your Guest Pass!
Meeting point:
At 9:30 a.m. at Ehrenburg/Casteldarne railway station. Free parking is available. At 9:45 a.m., continue together by train to St. Lorenzen/San Lorenzo di Sebato.
Alternative meeting point:
At 9:55 a.m. in St. Lorenzen/San Lorenzo di Sebato, at the Markthalle/railway station car park. Parking fee: €2.00.
The registration can be cancelled free of charge within the registration period by email to info@kiens.bz or by thelephone at +39 0474 565245.
In case of cancellation by the organizer, 100% of the amount paid will be refunded.
The event must be paid in advance online or in our tourist office. Payment on site at the beginning of the event is not possible.
The registration is only valid after receipt of payment. Unpaid registrations expire after 2 hours and are automatically deleted.
Participation fee:
Adults with Kronplatz Guest Pass: €10
Adults without Guest Pass: €20
Children up to 10 years: free
