Autumn in South Tyrol it’s enchanting: woods tinged with yellow and red, vineyards gleaming gold, and hills that seem painted. The fresh air, welcoming mountain huts, and views of the Dolomites make this season perfect for a vacation or weekend getaway.
If you’re looking for inspiration, here are 10 places to experience the foliage in Alto Adige, with trekking routes recommended by MIA, Mountain Maps’ AI chat.
Thanks to MIA, in fact, you can receive personalized suggestions on the trails in a specific area.
The 10 best places to admire the foliage in South Tyrol
1. Lake Dobbiaco and Val di Landro
A very well-known stop, but not to be missed during this season. An alpine lake nestled between the Sesto Dolomites, which offers golden reflections in autumn. From here, trails lead to the Val di Landro, ideal for exploring the larch and fir trees.
Click here to see the GPS track.
2. Ultimo Valley
An authentic valley, not too frequented by mass tourism, where in autumn the larch forests light up with yellow and orange. The traditional farms and alpine lakes make the Ultimo Valley a unique place to experience the foliage away from the crowds. A circular walk recommended by MIA takes you up to Falcomai di Dentro mountain hut.
Click here to see the GPS track of the circular tour.
3. Sarntal Valley
An authentic valley a few kilometers from Bolzano. In autumn the meadows and woods are tinged with intense colours, perfect to discover with treks like the one that leads to the Blue Lake.
See the GPS track of the circular trek that passes by the Blue Lake.
4. Upper Isarco Valley and Monte Cavallo
Above Sterzing, The Mount Cavallo It offers spectacular views and trails suitable for everyone. In autumn, the surrounding woods light up with warm colors.
Find Who the circular route recommended by MIA that takes you to Monte Cavallo.
5. Passiria Valley and San Leonardo
Between traditional farms and cultivated slopes, the Passeier Valley It is splendid in autumn. A suggestive itinerary leads to Malga Fagls, in the colorful woods.
See the GPS track of the route here.
6. Funes Valley
How can we not mention the Val di Funes? With the Odle in the background, the larch forests of the Funes Valley become spectacular in October. Various treks depart from Santa Maddalena, including one towards Geisler Alm, also known as the Odle Refuge.
Clicking here you will find the GPS track of the route.
7. Lake Anterselva
A jewel in Pusteria Valley, Surrounded by woods that offer unforgettable reflections in autumn, a circular trail around the lake begins here.
If you want to discover the route, You can find the GPS track here.
8. Monzoccolo Plateau
A little-known plateau above Bolzano, as well as the largest larch plateau in Europe.
In autumn it becomes one of the most beautiful places to admire the foliage while walking among mountain pastures and pastures.
MIA suggested a beautiful circular trek that starts near Meltina (Mölten) and climbs up to the plateau. Click here to see the GPS track.
9. Martello Valley
Inside the Stelvio National Park, the Martello Valley offers authentic landscapes, with woods, lakes and views of the Cevedale. In autumn the colours make it unique.
Find it here the route suggested by MIA, which reaches Soyalm (Malga Soy).
10. Renon and Lake Costalovara
To best experience the autumn season in South Tyrol, we recommend this location. The plateau of Rearing, easily reached from Bolzano, offers panoramic walks through vineyards and woods. The small Costalovara Lake reflects the autumn colors in an intimate atmosphere.
You can find the track here to the path that passes near this lake.
The foliage in Alto Adige is a breathtaking experience. With these 10 unmissable places You can experience autumn with trekking and authentic lakes. Pack your backpack and let MIA suggest an itinerary in your favorite area. Let yourself be amazed by the magic ofautumn in South Tyrol.
Credits: altoadige.com, sarntal.it, sudtirolerland.it, jogglanderhof.it, lemontagne.net, viaggicorrisogna.it; sudtirol.it, martellmountains.com, ritten.com
