A scenic circular hike from the mountain hamlet of Aschbach across Naturnser Alm to the sunny plateau of Vigiljoch. The route combines quiet forest trails, open alpine meadows and wide panoramic views over the Vinschgau Valley.

Panoramic circular hike from Aschbach via Naturnser Alm to Vigiljoch and back – varied and scenic.

Parking options in Partschins are limited. In order to protect the local natural area and support sustainable travel, we recommend using public transport. Thank you for helping to protect this area!

The starting points of our hiking tours can be reached comfortably and in an environmentally friendly way by bus and train. With the South Tyrol Guest Pass, all public transport throughout South Tyrol can be used free of charge – no need to search for parking. Tip: timetables and connections are available at www.suedtirolmobil.info.

Timetable search: https://www.suedtirolmobil.info/en/

Starting point

Aschbach cable car mountain station

End point

Aschbach cable car mountain station

Aschbach mountain station – trail 27 (Goldbrunnen-Siebenbrunnen) – Naturnser Alm – Vigiljoch – Aschbach mountain station

Take the Aschbach cable car from Rabland up to the charming mountain village of Aschbach (1,362 m). From the mountain station, follow trail 28, then turn right onto trail 27 (Goldbrunnen-Siebenbrunnen) leading up to Naturnser Alm (1,922 m) hut, a perfect panoramic rest stop.

The return route continues slightly uphill on trail 9A, then along trail 9 and trail 30 to reach Vigiljoch (1,790 m). From there, follow trail 28 back to the Aschbach cable car mountain station.

Highlights

• Maria Schnee chapel and the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Aschbach

• Church of St. Vigilius on Vigiljoch (first documented in 1278)