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Snowshoe walking recommended route

Snowshoe hike Resciesa-Brogles-Furnes

Snowshoe walking · Val Gardena Dolomites
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  • Easy snowshoe hike with beautiful views of the panoramic peaks
    Easy snowshoe hike with beautiful views of the panoramic peaks
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A snowshoe hike full of beautiful landscapes, ideal for those who love to be surrounded by nature and take time for themselves.
moderate
Distance 10 km
2:32 h
46 m
905 m
2,131 m
1,237 m

This snowshoe hike lets you explore the beautiful landscape and offers a breathtaking 360° view. Immerse yourself in nature and enjoy the tranquility offered by the Resciesa Alp, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Puez - Odle Nature Park.

Author’s recommendation

Take time to admire the beautiful landscapes and enjoy the tranquility that only nature can provide.
Difficulty
moderate
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Highest point
2,131 m
Lowest point
1,237 m
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Safety information

Keep track of the weather forecast and pay attention to the timetable of the Seceda cable car for the return to Ortisei. After the Cason hut there are no more refreshment stops.

Start

Coordinates:
DD
46.597793, 11.679325
DMS
46°35'52.1"N 11°40'45.6"E
UTM
32T 705216 5163957
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Turn-by-turn directions

The starting point of the snowshoe hike is the Resciesa mountain station. Follow the roadway to the Cason Hut and continue on trail nr. 35 to the Flitzer pass towards Resciesa di Dentro. Walk past the “Ega Ciajiarines” and you will reach Brogles. From here you will enjoy a beautiful view of the Odle mountains. In order to return to Furnes take path no.5. When you reach Furnes, you can hop on the Seceda cable car to return to Ortisei.
Characteristics: descents and ascents

Public transport

Accessible by the bus line 350 from Bolzano or Bressanone to the S. Antonio square.
Accessible by the bus line 172 from Castelrotto to the S. Antonio square.
Accessible by the bus line 351 from Chiusa, Laion, S. Pietro to the S. Antonio square.
Timetables and travel information are available in the local tourist office in Val Gardena.

Directions

The valley station of the Resciesa funicular is easily reached on foot from the center of Ortisei, using the escalators on Via Rezia and passing through the tunnel to the Seceda cable car. From here, follow the signs to Resciesa, going up Via Roma and turning left onto Via Sneton. At the intersection, turn right onto Via Resciesa and on the right you will find the funicular station.

Parking

There are different places where you can park your car in order to reach the start of the walk:

  • Central Parking
  • Valley station of the Seiser Alm cablecar
  • Valley station of the Seceda cablecar

Coordinates

DD
46.597793, 11.679325
DMS
46°35'52.1"N 11°40'45.6"E
UTM
32T 705216 5163957
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Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

Equipment

Snowshoes and appropriate clothing for a winter hike are required. It is also recommended to bring water and a snack.

Similar routes nearby

  • Snowshoe hike to the Holy Cross chapel on Resciesa
  • Snowshoe hike to the Heilig Kreuz chapel
  • Snowshoe hike to Sëurasas
  • Snowshoe hike admiring the Odle Group
  • Snowshoe hike below the Sassolungo Group
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Difficulty
moderate
Distance
10 km
Duration
2:32 h
Ascent
46 m
Descent
905 m
Highest point
2,131 m
Lowest point
1,237 m

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