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Hiking<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

From leisurely walks to panoramic mountain hikes \u2013 discover the spectacular hiking opportunities around Eppan.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The area around Eppan offers an exceptional variety of walking and hiking trails. Gentle routes wind through vineyards, the Monticolo Forest, and blossoming apple orchards, while the Eppan High Trail rewards hikers with magnificent views. Those seeking more challenging adventures can head into the Mendola Mountains and hike to the summit of Gantkofel. Thanks to the mild climate, the hiking season often begins in spring and continues well into autumn.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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At Lake Monticolo Grande<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Hiking on Your Doorstep<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Numerous walking and hiking trails begin right outside Das Matscher. Stroll through vineyards to the charming villages of Missian, St. Pauls, and St. Michael, or set off on the popular Three Castles Hike<\/strong>, a varied route that combines history, nature, and magnificent scenery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just a few minutes away, the Monticolo Forest offers peaceful walks around the two Monticolo Lakes or towards Girlan and Sigmundskron Castle. For those looking to explore higher ground, the nearby Mendola Mountains provide a wide range of rewarding hikes, including the ascent to Gantkofel with its spectacular panoramic views. The Dolomites, with iconic peaks such as the Sciliar and Catinaccio, are also within easy reach. Along the way, traditional mountain huts and alpine pastures invite you to pause and savour authentic South Tyrolean specialities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Three Castles Hike in Autumn<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Hiking All Year Round<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Every season reveals a different side of the hiking landscape around Eppan. In spring, the Spring Valley delights visitors with carpets of snowdrops and blossoming apple orchards. Summer is perfect for mountain hikes in the Mendola Mountains or the nearby Dolomites. Autumn combines walks through colourful vineyards with the grape harvest and the traditional T\u00f6rggelen season, while winter walks can be perfectly complemented by a visit to the Christmas markets in Eppan, Bolzano, or Merano.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From gentle walks to challenging summit hikes, the region around Eppan offers the perfect route for every season.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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