To the meadow terrace in Amaten
The charming hamlet of Dietenheim, on the sunny side of the Brunico valley basin, is the starting and finishing point of this lovely circular walk. The walk starts at the Dietenheim sports ground/sports zone, just above the Folklore Museum. Crossing the Dietenheim meadow, following lovely forest paths and enjoying a pleasant crossing with magnificent views, we reach the Aufhofener Kofel, a splendid vantage point on a striking rocky outcrop marked by a wooden cross. After a slight descent and then a gentle climb over a forest ridge, we reach the incomparably beautiful high-altitude meadow terrace of Amaten with its scattered farmsteads. We are first greeted by the ‘Tree of Love’, a striking maple and a place of power whose history is linked to the Amaten mountain inn. Here, and at the mountain inn right next door with its beautiful terrace, you can enjoy peace and quiet, wide-open views and a dreamlike panorama of the surrounding mountains in the heart of the Puster Valley. The descent initially follows part of the classic/usual steeper ascent route, which is otherwise the most frequently used, but then takes a gentler turn off onto a forest track back to the starting point.
Elevation gain: approx. 400 m
Elevation loss: approx. 400 m
Total distance: approx. 8 km
Walking time: approx. 4 hours
Difficulty: Easy / Moderate
Not suitable for pushchairs and small children
Refreshments available: Yes
What to bring: Sturdy footwear, hiking
Route
Meeting point: Ehrenburg railway station at 9.15 am sharp; free parking is available, after which we will drive in our own cars to the start of the walk. Alternatively meet at the sports ground/sports area in Dietenheim at 9.45 am sharp.
Good to know
Equipment: good footwear, hiking clothes, rain coat, something to eat and drink
Cancellation policies
The registration can be cancelled free of charge within the registration period by email to info@kiens.bz or by phone at +39 0474 565245.
In case of cancellation by the organizer, 100% of the amount paid will be refunded.
Offer description
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 with Kronplatz Guest Pass 10 €, others pay 20 €; children up to 10 years free of charge.
Enrolment
by Tuesday at 5.30 pm at the Kiens Tourist Office or online by Tuesday at 5.30 pm
