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Trail c | Montan - Gfrill

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Demanding Black and White Trail stage from Montan to Gfrill via Glen Waterfall, Gsteig and Gschnon with outstanding panoramic views.

Open

moderate

Distance 10.8 km

4:28 h

1,159 m

384 m

1,413 m

453 m

This segment leads from the famed Pinot Noir village of Montan, situated at an elevation of 500 meters above sea-level, to Gfrill at more than 1,300 meters above sea-level. Proceed via the railroad line of the former Fleims Valley railroad until you come to the Glen Waterfall. From there, the trail is uphill via the hamlet of Gsteig (rest-stop, food/drink, and overnight lodgings) towards Gschnon, where there are additional lodging options. You will then take the last part of the route from the Kalkofen parking lot along forest paths and over the Gfrill Saddle until you arrive in Gfrill, the final destination of this segment.

Helpful hint for this route: Take the little side-trip from Gsteig to the impressive "Kanzel" looming high above the Unterland. You'll be rewarded with a fantastic view!

Author’s recommendation

The short detour to the Kanzel viewpoint above Gsteig offers one of the finest panoramic views over South Tyrol's Lowlands.

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moderate

Overall difficulty

moderate

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1,413 m

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453 m

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The stage includes a long ascent and requires good fitness. Forest paths and rocky sections may become slippery after rainfall.

Roadbook

The hike starts in the centre of Montan and follows the former Fiemme Valley railway line to Glen Waterfall. From there, the trail climbs steadily through the hamlets of Gsteig and Gschnon. After passing the Kalkofen parking area, the route continues on forest roads over the Gfrill Saddle before reaching Gfrill. A worthwhile detour from Gsteig leads to the Kanzel viewpoint overlooking South Tyrol's Lowlands.

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Taxi Franzelin
Panoramic view Kanzel
Panoramic view Kanzel
Panoramic view Kanzel
Trudner Horn/Monte Corno Nature Park
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The free-loading orchid
The graceful wood rush
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The rather different buttercup

Public transport

Montan can be reached by bus from Neumarkt-Tramin railway station. Gfrill is also served by regional bus services.

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Trail c | Montan - Gfrill

Directions

Take the A22 motorway to the Neumarkt-Auer exit and follow the signs to Montan.

Parking

Parking is available in the centre of Montan. As this is a one-way hike, return transport from Gfrill should be arranged.

Coordinates

46.330919, 11.303494

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46°19'51.3"N 11°18'12.6"E

UTM

32T 677296 5133394

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Hiking boots
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Status

Open

Difficulty

moderate

Overall difficulty

moderate

Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

Distance

10.8 km

Duration

4:28 h

Ascent

1,159 m

Descent

384 m

Highest point

1,413 m

Lowest point

453 m

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