Alta Via Val Venosta, Resia to Merano

Arrive with public transport or private transfer to Resia, check-in at the accommodation and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the Dolomites and take a stroll along the lake.

It's a long but gentle walk through villages, forests and pastures with a stretch along the Resia Lake. You pass next the River Adige spring, that is worth a stop. Along the itinerary you have great views of the surrounding mountain chains and the Lake.

You can shorten the walk (5 km) starting from Curon Venosta.

Distance: 20,5 km

Elevation gain: +778/-697 m

Today walk along the mountainside which dominates the upper Val Venosta. Along the itinerary you can enjoy great views of the Ortles massif and the villages of Glorenza, Burgusio and Malles. The itinerary runs mostly on gravel tracks and footpaths. In Sluderno you can do a short detour to visit the famous Coira Castle.

Distance: 15 km

Elevation gain: +389/-1150 m

This morning you are transferred uphill to the Agriturismo Avionshof, where the walk starts. It's a panoramic hike along the mountainside which dominates the upper Val Venosta. Along the itinerary you can enjoy great views of the Ortles massif and the villages in the valley floor. The itinerary runs mostly on gravel tracks and footpaths.

Distance: 15 km

Elevation gain: +589/-767 m

Today a short transfer by car will lead you to the tiny village of Tanas. It's a long but gentle walk along the mountainside with great views over the valley and the mountain chain between the Val Martello and Stelvio Pass. Along the itinerary you can see the Hohe Angelusspitze, the Laaser Spitze and the Tschenglser Hochwand. Along the route it is possible to do a short detour to see a waterfall.

You can shorten the walk by 1.2km.

Distance: 19 km

Elevation gain: +481/-1409 m

Take the bus to Val Martello (25min). It's a relatively easy walk which runs through the mountain area where the village of Martello is set. You walk the entire day in one of the most spectacular area of Stelvio National Park. Along the itinerary you can enjoy great views of the lower Val Martello and Ortles massif. Along the route it is possible to do a short detour to a magnificent viewpoint.

You can shorten the route following the signs for Martello Paese. 

Distance: 11 km

Elevation gain: +920/-920 m

Transfer to Laces. Here hop on the cable car to San Martino a Monte, where the walk starts. It's a gentle walk which runs along the mountain slope at the end of Venosta Valley. You can enjoy great views of the lower valley and the mountain chains which delimitate the valley. Along the route it Is possible to do a short detour to Castel Juval. At the end of the walk take the train to Merano.

Distance: 12 km

Elevation gain: +173/-1395 m

Your arrangement ends here, unless you have booked a transfer or an extra night with us. 

Accommodation on Our Trips

Our adventures feature a variety of accommodations, depending on the location and the type of trip you choose. We carefully select each property, ensuring it is well situated along the route and locally run, so that you receive a warm welcome and enjoy a comfortable, authentic experience.

Your comfort is a priority throughout your travels. Most of our trips include stays in friendly, independent, or family-run hotels, guest houses, and B&Bs. Each accommodation is chosen for its charm, cleanliness, and those personal touches that make you feel at home. Some trips offer more elevated stays that feel like a special treat, while others may include simpler options, such as mountain refuges, particularly in remote areas.

Classic Hotels – Comfort with Character

Most of our trips combine a variety of accommodation styles to suit the route and location. You will typically stay in charming, locally owned B&Bs, guest houses, inns, and small hotels that offer a warm welcome and comfortable surroundings. These properties often feature extra touches such as distinctive regional character, leisure facilities, or renowned local cuisine.

All accommodations feature private ensuite bathrooms unless otherwise specifically noted for mountain huts, refuges, and pilgrim hostels.

On some mountain adventures and selected pilgrimage routes, the experience may also include more basic accommodation, such as mountain huts, refuges, or pilgrim hostels, where ensuite rooms are not always available and shared bathrooms or dormitory-style accommodation may be part of the experience.

While simpler in style, these accommodations are often rich in atmosphere and camaraderie, providing an authentic connection with fellow travellers and the places you visit.

A perfect route for mountain enthusiasts: good fitness is required for some challenging days, and since the trails are rocky and, in some cases, quite narrow, it is not suitable for those lacking stability or suffering from vertigo. On some days, there is the option to choose between a more difficult and an easier alternative.