Hufeisentour - Alpine Hiking Trail in the Sarntal Alps
Seven days of nature and adventure
The Hufeisentour is a seven-day high-altitude and long-distance hiking trail in the Sarntal Alps.
During the multi-day hike in the heart of South Tyrol you will experience its unique nature up close. The Hufeisentour has a lot to offer, from alpine terrain to flower meadows, traditional alpine refuges, impressive peaks, as well as mountain crossings and deserted paths. Adventure, fun and sweat are certainly not to be missed.
During this seven-day hiking tour, you will repeatedly be rewarded with stunning views of the South Tyrolean Dolomites, the Zillertal Alps, the Stubai Alps, the South Tyrolean Ortles region and the Brenta Group.
We start the Horseshoe tour from the Villanderer Alm - one of the largest high-alpine plateaus in Europe. From there we hike counterclockwise over seven stages to our destination: the "Stoanernen Mandln" (stony men) in the Sarntal Alps.
Dates
June 6 to June 12, 2026
Program
| Day 1 | Arrival - Villanderer Alm to Rittner Horn Arrival - meeting point 3 pm Gasser Hut: On the first day we hike comfortably from the Villanderer Alm to the Rittner Horn. Walking time: approx. 2 hours Accomodation: Schutzhaus Rittner Horn |
| Day 2 | Rittner Horn to Latzfonser Kreuz On the second day we hike from the Rittner Horn to the Latzfonser Kreuz. At the finishing point of this stage there is the highest pilgrimage church in Europe. Throughout the day we have a beautiful view of the South Tyrolean Dolomites. Walking time: approx. 5,5 hours Accomodation: Schutzhaus Latzfonser Kreuz |
| Day 3 | Latzfonser Kreuz to Flaggerscharten Hut On the third day we hike from the Latzfonser Kreuz to the Flaggerscharten Hut. We enjoy the view of the Sarntal Alps. Walking time: approx. 4 hours Accomodation: Flaggerschartenhütte |
| Day 4 | Flaggerscharten Hut to Penser Joch On the fourth day we hike from the Flaggerscharten Hut to the Penser Joch. Magnificent views of the high mountain ranges to the north can be admired. Walking time: approx. 4 hours Accomodation: Hotel Olympia |
| Day 5 | Penser Joch to Hirzer Hut On the fifth day we hike from the Penser Joch to the Hirzer Hut. We have a unique view of the majestic Weißhorn and during the course of the day we pass the Steinwand lakes. Walking time: approx. 10 hours Accomodation: Hirzerhütte |
| Day 6 | Hirzer Hut to Meraner Hut On the sixth day we hike from the Hirzer Hut to the Meraner Hut. From the Obere Scharte we have a wonderful view of the Hirzer, the highest mountain in the Sarntal Alps. We also pass the Kratzberger lake. Walking time: approx. 5 hours Accomodation: Meraner Hütte |
| Day 7 | Meraner Hut to Stoanerne Mandln - Descent On the seventh and last day of our horseshoe tour, we hike from the Meraner Hut to the Stoanernen Mandln, which create a unique atmosphere. From there we hike to Mölten, the end point of our horseshoe tour. From Mölten we take the bus back in the direction of the Eisack Valley. Walking time: approx. 4 hours |
