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Hike to Resciesa
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Ortisei – DOLOMITES Val Gardena
Ortisei – DOLOMITES Val Gardena
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Cruzifix / Resciesa outsidePhoto: Dolomites Val Gardena - Harald Whisthaler, Ortisei – DOLOMITES Val Gardena
A peaceful hike within the Puez-Odle Nature Park, with lots of beautiful panoramic views, also suitable for families.
easy
Distance 5 km
1:29 h
197 m
197 m
2,281 m
2,096 m
Resciesa is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Puez - Odle Nature Park and is one of the most beautiful viewpoints in Val Gardena. This loop hike takes you from the top station of the Resciesa funicular to the summit cross. Passing then by the S. Croce Chapel you return to the starting point. Suitable for hikers of all ages, this easily hiked route guarantees spectacular panoramic views, extending from the Valle Isarco to the Sciliar area and to the Passo Sella.
Author’s recommendation
The last ascent to the summit is worthwhile. From there you can enjoy a nice 360° panoramic view.
Difficulty
easy
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Highest point
2,281 m
Lowest point
2,096 m
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Consider the opening hours of the funicular or plan enough time for the return.
Start
Coordinates:
DD
46.597900, 11.679365
DMS
46°35'52.4"N 11°40'45.7"E
UTM
32T 705219 5163969
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Turn-by-turn directions
The starting point of this beautiful hike is the top station of the Resciesa funicular. Heading on the trail to northeast you reach the "Costa dl Cason" following trail Nr. 31. From the junction continue in the direction of Resciesa di Fuori in order to reach the highest point of the hike, namely the summit cross at 2,281m. From this point a wonderful view opens up expanding from the Valle Isarco to the Val di Funes and from the Sciliar area to the Passo Sella. You then descend to the Holy Cross Chapel, built in 1755 at over 2,200m and restored in 2012. The hike proceeds on trail Nr. 35 reaching at first the Resciesa Hut and later the Resciesa mountain station. Throughout the trail you will have the opportunity to admire the breathtaking landscapes of the Dolomites. Back to the starting point, you can return to Ortisei by funicular or on foot in about an hour and a half, following Trail 10B and then Trail Nr. 10.
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
46.597900, 11.679365
DMS
46°35'52.4"N 11°40'45.7"E
UTM
32T 705219 5163969
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Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!
Equipment
Good hiking shoes, comfortable clothing, light windbreaker, sun protection.
Difficulty
easy
Distance
5 km
Duration
1:29 h
Ascent
197 m
Descent
197 m
Highest point
2,281 m
Lowest point
2,096 m
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