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Southern Half of the Meraner Höhenweg with Hotel Before and After

Duration: 5 days

Trails: T2 trails

Distance: 15 - 20 km per day

Ascent per day: 500 - 1000 m ascent per day

Long distance

Alps

Mountain walks

Overview
Itinerary
What's Included
FAQ

> Trek the southern half of the Meraner Höhenweg
> Experience the Tyrolean culture and try local dishes
> Accommodation in Merano before and after the trek is included

The Meraner Höhenweg is a 100-kilometer circular trail through South Tyrol’s Texelgruppe Nature Park, featuring alpine meadows, forests, and vineyards. Hike the full trail or a section, staying in mountain huts and hotels for an authentic Tyrolean experience.

The southern half is more accessible, with moderate climbs and scenic paths through meadows and woodlands, offering great views of the Merano valley. It’s ideal for those looking for a manageable adventure. Accommodation in Merano before and after the trek is included, making your journey hassle-free.

Itinerary

Day

Arrival in Merano

Today you will arrive in Merano, where we have arranged a hotel room for you. Spend the afternoon exploring the town’s gardens and views. Enjoy some local Italian food, and make sure to get a good rest before your trek.

Villa Sabine

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Day

Stage 1: Ulfas to Matatz

Duration: 02:45 h

Distance: 8.16 km

Ascent: 200 m

Descent: 500 m

The first day of the southern half of the Meraner Höhenweg takes you from Ulfas to Matatz and is a straightforward start to the trek. The trail begins in Ulfas and follows paths through meadows, larch forests, and farm roads. You’ll pass by local farms and move through gradual ascents and descents, making it manageable for any hiker.

To get to Ulfas from Merano, take the 240 bus to St. Martin im Passeier and then the 241 local bus to Ulfas. From there, the trail climbs steadily through the Kammerwald forest and follows clear paths, mixing forest tracks with paved sections. Midway, you’ll reach the Christl farmstead, a good spot for a break. The trail then continues to the small settlement of Matatz (1,052 m).

Krusterhof

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Day

Stage 2: Matatz to Hochganghaus

Duration: 10:00 h

Distance: 24.2 km

Ascent: 1670 m

Descent: 900 m

Today’s stage, the longest of the trek, begins in Matatz and goes through the Kalmbach Valley, passing Magdfeld, Vernuer, and Riffian. The trail is mostly gentle, following old farm paths and passing mountain farms.

You’ll then reach Longfall in the Spronser Valley, where the Kuenser Waal water canal runs. Parts of the trail may be slippery when wet, so take care. The route continues past Talbauer farm before ending at Hochganghaus (1,839 m), a good spot to rest and recover from today’s stage. As it’s a long day, make sure to start early.

Hochganghaus

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Included

Full travel guide

We will send you on your way with a digital travel guide that includes a route description for the Meraner Höhenweg, interactive hiking maps, and the most important information applicable to your trek
Hotels, Hostels or Huts

We arrange your accommodation on the Meraner Höhenweg in hotels, hostels or huts along the way. We have selected accommodations on our trek based on the length of each stage and recommendations from hikers who have gone before us on the Meraner Höhenweg.
Accommodation before and after the tour

Accommodation before and after the trek is included. Breakfast is part of your stay.
Half board (where possible)

Accommodation in the huts includes dinner and breakfast, unless otherwise indicated in the exclusive list. This allows you to travel lighter and not have to worry about an extra meal. Please note, however, that lunch is not included, but can be purchased at the huts.
Breakfast in hotels (where possible)

Accommodation in the hotels includes breakfast whenever possible. We will arrange this for you as much as possible in advance. Please note that lunch and dinner are not included, but can be ordered at the accommodation or in the village.

Excluded

Traveling to and from

You have to make your own way to the starting point. The total amount does not include personal transport.
Transfers

Should you need any form of (public) transport on location, this is not part of the trekking package. This includes the use of taxi, bus, cable cars, gondolas etc.
Travel Insurance

Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before your trek.
Personal expenses

Personal expenses on such as souvenirs, drinks, and other similar expenses are for your own account.

Destinations

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Southern Half of the Meraner Höhenweg with Hotel Before and After