The starting point of the tour, or the point of interest, is easy and convenient to reach by public transport.
Villandro/Villanders
Villandro/Villanders
Chestnut Trail: Chiusa-Villandro-Barbiano
Chestnut Trail: Chiusa-Villandro-Barbiano
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Tourist Information Villandro/Villanders
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The third stage of the Chestnut Trail (Keschtnweg) leads from Chiusa via Villanders to Barbian, combining nature, culture, and tradition in a varied and scenic route. Along the way, hikers pass historic village centres, traditional farms, old chestnut groves, forests, and meadows. Numerous viewpoints offer beautiful views over the Isarco Valley. The route includes paved sections as well as gravel, forest, and meadow paths, with some steeper sections along the way.
Aktueller Hinweis: Der Abschnitt zwischen Villanders und Barbian ist im Bereich Zargenbach von 27. Juli bis 23. August 2026 wegen einer Brückensanierung durchgehend gesperrt.
3rd stage of the Chestnut Trail from Chiusa via Villanders to Barbian: nature, culture, chestnut groves, historic paths and stunning views over the Isarco Valley.
Schindergries or Marktplatz parking area (fee required).
Directions:
Leave the motorway at the Chiusa exit and take the first exit at the first roundabout. At the second roundabout, take the second exit and follow the road. After the petrol station, turn left towards the Market Square. Parking is available there (subject to a fee).
Starting point: Historic centre of Klausen Destination: Village centre of Barbian Distance: 10.8 km Walking time: approx. 3 hours 55 minutes Elevation gain/loss: 621 m uphill, 298 m downhill
Route
From the historic centre of Klausen, the Chestnut Trail crosses the Thinne Bridge and continues into the Thinne Valley. After a short tunnel, the route climbs steeply along a farm access road to the Muttner farm.
The trail then follows gravel tracks and farm roads through woodland, meadows and orchards, passing the Staudach farm, the Johannser farm, the Wetterkreuz viewpoint and the Tschotthof farm.
It continues across meadows and farm access roads through the Blabach gorge to Villanders. Passing the parish church, the route follows the picturesque village lane into the centre.
From Villanders, the trail descends below the village into the Mühlbach gorge and continues to the hamlet of St. Moritz. A quiet farm road and hiking trail lead into the Zargenbach gorge. The route then continues through woodland and over partly steep and rocky terrain to the road connecting Villanders and Barbian. The final two kilometres follow a quiet panoramic road to the centre of Barbian.
Trail conditions
The route follows paved roads, farm access roads, gravel and forest tracks, as well as woodland and meadow paths. Some sections are steep and rocky. Sturdy footwear and a reasonable level of fitness are recommended.
Suitable for pushchairs: No. Due to the steep climbs, gravel paths, woodland sections and rocky terrain, the trail is not suitable for pushchairs.
Barrier-free: No. Due to the elevation changes, gradients and unpaved sections, the route is not barrier-free.