The variety of a hiking holiday in the Passeiertal valley

Texel Group Nature Park, Alpine pastures, summits and themed trails

A hiking holiday in the Passeiertal valley offers varied trails, impressive landscapes and wonderful views. Whether you prefer an easy family walk, a panoramic alpine-pasture hike or a challenging mountain tour, countless opportunities await around St. Martin in Passeier to discover South Tyrol’s mountains step by step.

Hiking between Alpine pastures and 3,000-metre peaks

A mountain world full of possibilities

The Passeiertal valley lies between the Texel Group and the Stubai, Ötztal and Sarntal Alps, making it one of South Tyrol’s most varied hiking regions. More than 300 kilometres of marked hiking trails lead through forests, across Alpine pastures and up to impressive peaks such as the Hirzer, Ifinger, Hochwart and Jaufenspitze.

Thanks to hiking buses, scheduled public buses and on-demand taxis, numerous starting points are within easy reach.

A special experience

The guided summit hike

Once a week from May to October, join a mountain guide from the Passeiertal-Schnals Mountain Guide Association. Participation is included for guests with the Passeiertal Premium Card.

Experience nature – in every season

Every season reveals a new side of the Passeiertal valley

The mountains of the Passeiertal valley are characterised by impressive scenic variety.

In spring: idyllic old irrigation-channel trails through flowering orchards
In summer: panoramic alpine-pasture hikes across the Hirzer plateau, renowned for its impressive alpine-rose landscape
In autumn: pleasant temperatures, vibrant colours and special hiking experiences

Natural highlights

The Spronser Lakes, South Tyrol’s largest high-Alpine lake district
The wild and romantic Passer Gorge, where footbridges and paths run directly alongside the river

Themed trails, long-distance routes & family walks

: A leisurely walk or a multi-day tour? Our valley offers a suitable route for everyone. The renowned Meran High Mountain Trail circles the Texel Group Nature Park for around 120 kilometres and is considered one of the most beautiful circular hiking routes in the Alps. The European long-distance trail E5 and the Tyrolean High Route also pass through the Passeiertal valley.
: The Andreas Hofer circular trail and the Passeiertal Schildhöfe Trail pass historic farmsteads and scenic resting places.
: Numerous easy paths – some suitable for pushchairs – and the car-free mountain village of Pfelders invite families to enjoy relaxed walks with children.

Discover the beauty of the Passeiertal valley step by step