“Castle triangle” walk Appiano/Eppan

Theme Hikes 39057 Eppan a.d. Weinstraße / Appiano s.S.d.V.
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Duration 1.8 h

Distance 5.1 km

Ascend 373 hm

Descent 373 hm

Max. height 628 m

“Castle triangle” walk Appiano/Eppan - Description

At the bottom of the Gantkofel the Eppaner Castle triangle is located. On the art-historic walking tour you get an impression of the mediaeval South Tyrol. The walking tour to the castles takes you to the Castle Triangle. First you reach the Castle Hocheppan, which is one of the most important fortifications of SouthTyrol. After a visit as well as refreshment at the Castle tavern the hike continues to the ruin Boymont. A little bit underneath Castle Korb is located, which derived from the Roman époque and is now a hotel.

Difficulty

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    Medium
  • Fitness

  • Technique

  • Experience

  • Landscape

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Directions

self-arranged arrival
By car: The A 22 Brenner toll motorway is the most direct route into the south of South Tyrol holiday region. Exit at Bolzano South (Sud) and take the MEBO dual carriageway in the direction of Merano/Meran as far as the exit for Appiano/Eppan. Follow the signs to the various villages and hamlets in the Appiano area: Frangart, Girlan, St. Michael, Montiggl, St. Pauls, Missian and Predoning. By rail/ bus: All trains travelling the Brenner route stop at Bolzano. Exit the station, turn left and the bus station is on the opposite side of the road. There are regular bus services to Appano/Eppan.

Interesting things nearby

The “Castle triangle” walk Appiano/Eppan tour starts in Eppan a.d. Weinstraße / Appiano s.S.d.V..