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A walk through Ora
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Auer Village Walk – A Journey of Discovery
Open
Moderate
Distance 4 km
1:02 h
63 m
63 m
296 m
234 m
Discover Auer at its very best! This delightful village walk invites you to explore this charming South Tyrolean village step by step, combining beautiful natural surroundings, cultural highlights and hidden gems along the way.
Starting from the main square, the route leads to St Mary’s Church and continues to the waterfall, where a scenic viewpoint offers a lovely view of the cascading water. From there, the walk takes you to the Schwarzenbach sports and recreation area before continuing along the edge of the Forchwald forest. Here, the peaceful woodland atmosphere and the beauty of nature make for a truly relaxing experience.
At St Peter’s Church, the route turns left and continues past the extensive apple orchards that shape the landscape around Auer. Enjoy lovely views of the characteristic countryside of South Tyrol’s southern wine region – the perfect opportunity to pause, take a deep breath and soak up the special atmosphere of the area.
Whether you are looking for a leisurely stroll or a little family adventure, the village walk combines peaceful paths, cultural landmarks and beautiful natural scenery.
Take your time, enjoy the views and discover the unique charm of Auer at your own pace.
Starting from the main square, the route leads to St Mary’s Church and continues to the waterfall, where a scenic viewpoint offers a lovely view of the cascading water. From there, the walk takes you to the Schwarzenbach sports and recreation area before continuing along the edge of the Forchwald forest. Here, the peaceful woodland atmosphere and the beauty of nature make for a truly relaxing experience.
At St Peter’s Church, the route turns left and continues past the extensive apple orchards that shape the landscape around Auer. Enjoy lovely views of the characteristic countryside of South Tyrol’s southern wine region – the perfect opportunity to pause, take a deep breath and soak up the special atmosphere of the area.
Whether you are looking for a leisurely stroll or a little family adventure, the village walk combines peaceful paths, cultural landmarks and beautiful natural scenery.
Take your time, enjoy the views and discover the unique charm of Auer at your own pace.
Author’s recommendation
Take your time and discover Auer at a leisurely pace! The village walk is especially lovely on a peaceful morning or in the late afternoon, when the sunlight bathes the surrounding apple orchards in warm colours. Pause by the waterfall and enjoy the tranquillity of this beautiful natural spot.
If you fancy a relaxing break along the way, you’ll find welcoming cafés and traditional eateries in the village centre. Why not enjoy a coffee and a slice of cake, or savour a glass of South Tyrolean wine on the main square? The area around the Schwarzenbach sports and recreation zone is another option for a refreshment stop.
Don’t forget your camera – along the way, you’ll find lovely views of the village and the picturesque landscape of South Tyrol’s southern wine region. A relaxing stroll that perfectly combines the beauty of nature with warm South Tyrolean hospitality!
If you fancy a relaxing break along the way, you’ll find welcoming cafés and traditional eateries in the village centre. Why not enjoy a coffee and a slice of cake, or savour a glass of South Tyrolean wine on the main square? The area around the Schwarzenbach sports and recreation zone is another option for a refreshment stop.
Don’t forget your camera – along the way, you’ll find lovely views of the village and the picturesque landscape of South Tyrol’s southern wine region. A relaxing stroll that perfectly combines the beauty of nature with warm South Tyrolean hospitality!
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Moderate
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296 m
Lowest point
234 m
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The walk starts in the main square in the centre of Auer. From here, follow the Truidnweg to the church square and continue to St Mary’s Church. After passing the church, follow the Wasserfallweg (Waterfall Trail) to the Schwarzenbach waterfall and its viewpoint.
The route then continues to the Schwarzenbach sports and recreation area. From there, follow the edge of the Forchwald forest along the Forchwald circular trail towards the village. Continue to St Peter’s Church at the southern entrance to Auer. Turn left here and follow the road through the surrounding countryside, with its extensive apple orchards. Enjoy the scenic views across the orchards before returning to the starting point in the main square.
Please follow the signposts along the route.
The route then continues to the Schwarzenbach sports and recreation area. From there, follow the edge of the Forchwald forest along the Forchwald circular trail towards the village. Continue to St Peter’s Church at the southern entrance to Auer. Turn left here and follow the road through the surrounding countryside, with its extensive apple orchards. Enjoy the scenic views across the orchards before returning to the starting point in the main square.
Please follow the signposts along the route.
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Public transport
Auer is easily accessible by public transport. Auer railway station (Ora) offers train connections along the Brenner railway line.
Several regional bus services connect Auer with nearby towns and villages:
- Bus 120: Salurn – Neumarkt – Auer – Bolzano
- Bus 122: Penon/Margreid – Kurtatsch – Tramin – Auer – Neumarkt
- Bus 128: Auer railway station – Laimburg
- Bus 140: Cavalese – Kaltenbrunn – Montan – Auer
Depending on your connection, the main square in the village centre can be reached on foot from the bus stops.
For current timetables, connections and ticket information, visit südtirolmobil.info.
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A walk through Ora
Directions
Auer is located in South Tyrol’s southern wine region, south of Bolzano, and is easily accessible by car, train or bus.By car: Take the A22 Brenner motorway and exit at Neumarkt/Auer/Tramin (Egna/Ora/Termeno). From there, follow the signs to Auer. Public parking is available in the village.
By train: Take the train to Auer (Ora) railway station. From there, the village centre can be reached on foot or by bus.
By bus: Bus 120 connects Salurn, Neumarkt, Auer and Bolzano. Bus 122 connects Auer with Neumarkt, Tramin, Kurtatsch and other villages. Bus 128 links Auer railway station with Laimburg, while bus 140 serves Auer via Montan and Kaltenbrunn.
The village walk starts in the main square in the centre of Auer.
For current timetables and connections, visit südtirolmobil.info.
Parking
Several public parking options are available in Auer. If you are planning to enjoy the village walk, we recommend parking near the village centre, from where the main square is easily accessible on foot.Parking is available at Heinrich Lona Square and in the public underground car park near the town hall.
Please observe the local parking regulations and check the signs for applicable fees and parking restrictions.
Coordinates
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46.347835, 11.298191
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46°20'52.2"N 11°17'53.5"E
UTM
32T 676833 5135262
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Status
Open
Difficulty
Moderate
Overall difficulty
Moderate
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
4 km
Duration
1:02 h
Ascent
63 m
Descent
63 m
Highest point
296 m
Lowest point
234 m
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