recommended routeHiking trail · Bolzano and environs closedCircular hike: Andrian - Festenstein Castle - Gaid - variant path Larchsteigndrian
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Andrian
Andrian
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A demanding but very varied round trip. The visit to the ruins of Festenstein (pay attention to the opening days) is a unique event.
closed
moderate
Distance 8.5 km
3:05 h
550 m
550 m
906 m
356 m
From Andrian along the Gaider Gorge to the ruins of Festenstein Castle - the path is only recommended for experts - on to the hamlet of Gaid (Moarhof), then down the Larchsteig to the Bittnerhof and back to Andrian.
Author’s recommendation
Take your time to enjoy the magnificent nature of the gorge and visit Festenstein Castle (pay attention to the opening days) Refreshment stops: Moarhof and Bittnerhof (attention to rest days)
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Andrian
Andrian
Difficulty
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
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Highest point
906 m
Lowest point
356 m
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The gorge is very steep and only suitable for expert walkers. Attention: danger of falling rocks!Public transport
By train or bus to Terlan, continue with our city bus no. 202 (Sundays no. 216) to Andrian village.Directions
Motorway Bolzano - Merano, exit AndrianParking
At the car park at the end of the Bindergasse in AndrianCoordinates
DD
46.516062, 11.225578
DMS
46°30'57.8"N 11°13'32.1"E
UTM
32T 670720 5153794
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Equipment
you needs hiking boots
Status
closed
Difficulty
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
8.5 km
Duration
3:05 h
Ascent
550 m
Descent
550 m
Highest point
906 m
Lowest point
356 m
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