Waal paths, rivers, waterfalls, lakes, mountain streams, and gorges – our kids love hiking by the water, dipping their feet in, or splashing around. Maybe you’re familiar with that magical pull water has on children. In South Tyrol, there are many hiking paths that lead past or along cool waters – a true paradise for water lovers, big and small. And don’t forget: bring a change of clothes!
Hikes by the water
Splash, explore, enjoy
To the Alpin Marinzen Hut in Castelrotto
This outing promises a spectacular gondola ride (don’t miss cabin no. 1 with a glass floor!) and a fantastic adventure playground set against a breathtaking mountain panorama.
Region: The Dolomites Region (Altopiano dello Sciliar)
Categories: With cable car, stroller-friendly, with playground, by the water
Seasons:Summer, autumn
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Categories: With cable car, stroller-friendly, with playground, by the water
Seasons:Summer, autumn
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To the Reinswald Mills in Sarentino Valley
A short and scenic adventure hike leading to the idyllic mills of Reinswald (San Martino), complete with a playground, a farmhouse tavern, and breathtaking views. In summer, the area stays pleasantly cool.
Region: Sarentino Valley
Categories: Adventure hiking trail, stroller-friendly, with playground, by the water, for hot summer days
Seasons: Summer, autumn
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Categories: Adventure hiking trail, stroller-friendly, with playground, by the water, for hot summer days
Seasons: Summer, autumn
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Lagundo Waalweg Path – Easy family hike near Merano
Scenic, family-friendly, and full of little highlights: the Lagundo Waalweg path follows a historic irrigation channel through nature, offering beautiful views and plenty of fun for all ages – from a refreshing Kneipp basin to a narrow suspension bridge.
Region: Burgraviato
Categories: By the Water, stroller-friendly, spring hikes, autumn hikes
Seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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Categories: By the Water, stroller-friendly, spring hikes, autumn hikes
Seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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The Gaul Canyon in Lana – suitable for strollers
A refreshing walk along the water, crossing suspension bridges, wooden walkways, and even a tunnel. One of the few gorges in South Tyrol that’s easily accessible with a stroller.
Region: Burgraviato
Categories: Hikes by the water, stroller-friendly, for hot summer days
Seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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Categories: Hikes by the water, stroller-friendly, for hot summer days
Seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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The Reinbach Waterfalls – family hike in Sand in Taufers
See three stunning waterfalls in less than an hour of hiking – perfect for a family outing! In the summer, the Flyline is also a real highlight.
Region: Ahrntal Valley
Categories: By the water, stroller-friendly (partially), for hot summer days
Seasons: Spring, summer, autumnr
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Categories: By the water, stroller-friendly (partially), for hot summer days
Seasons: Spring, summer, autumnr
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Family Hike around Lake Resia
A church tower in the middle of the lake? Yes – and you can see it with your own eyes on this scenic family-friendly hike around Lake Resia! The route is long but perfectly suitable for strollers, bikes, and balance bikes.
Region:Venosta Valley
Categories: By the water, stroller-friendly, for super motivated kids
Seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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Categories: By the water, stroller-friendly, for super motivated kids
Seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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Hike from Lutago (Luttach) to the Pojer Waterfall
A refreshing and easy family hike along the beautiful Ahr River, leading to the scenic Pojer Waterfall.
Region: Ahrntal Valley
Categories: Stroller-friendly, with playground, by the water
Seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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Categories: Stroller-friendly, with playground, by the water
Seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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The Rastenbach Gorge in Caldaro (Kaltern) with kids
A refreshing escape on hot summer days, with stunning panoramic views over Lake Caldaro and an adventurous trail featuring countless steps and bridges – the perfect hike for sure-footed kids!
Region: Southern South Tyrol
Categories: By the water, for hot summer days
Seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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Categories: By the water, for hot summer days
Seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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Spring Valley (Frühlingstal) between Montiggl and Caldaro
A classic that gets us in the spring mood every year: the Spring Valley. Due to its sheltered location, the spring flowers bloom here particularly early.
Region: Southern South Tyrol
Categories: Spring hikes, hikes by the water
Seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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Categories: Spring hikes, hikes by the water
Seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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Family hike around Lake Durnholz
An easy hike in the Sarentino Valley that is rewarding in both summer and winter, offering a beautiful panorama of the idyllic mountain lake.
Region: Sarentino Valley
Categories: Stroller-friendly (partially), by the water, winter hikes
Seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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Categories: Stroller-friendly (partially), by the water, winter hikes
Seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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Hike around Lake Braies (Pragser Wildsee)
A beautiful, turquoise alpine lake in the Dolomites that has now become a well-known tourist hotspot. Because of the heavy crowds, it’s best to visit only at select times.
Region: Dolomites Region (Alta Pusteria)
Categories: Stroller-friendly (partially), by the water
Seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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Categories: Stroller-friendly (partially), by the water
Seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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Hike to the Inner Falkomai Alpine Hut (Innere Falkomai-Alm) in the Ultental Valley
A beautiful hike along a mountain stream that leads to a charmingly rustic alpine hut, complete with handmade wooden play equipment – including a zip line! There are plenty of animals to see, and in the late afternoon, visitors can even help with feeding time upon request.
Region: Burgraviato
Categories: For super-motivated kids, with animals, with playground, by the water
Seasons: Summer
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Categories: For super-motivated kids, with animals, with playground, by the water
Seasons: Summer
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Around the Big Monticolo (Montiggl) Lake
The hike around the Big Monticolo Lake mostly follows the shoreline and gives children plenty of opportunities to splash around in the water.
Region: Southern South Tyrol
Categories: Stroller-friendly, by the water, spring hike, autumn hike
seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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Categories: Stroller-friendly, by the water, spring hike, autumn hike
seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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Around the Small Monticolo (Montiggl) Lake
A short and easy hike with a beautiful lake panorama and a peaceful forest atmosphere.
Region: Southern South Tyrol
Categories: Stroller-friendly, by the water, spring hike, autumn hike
seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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Categories: Stroller-friendly, by the water, spring hike, autumn hike
seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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Around the Lake Caldaro
The hike around Lake Caldaro is especially beautiful in spring and autumn, when there are fewer people on the trail and the temperatures are cooler.
Region: Southern South Tyrol
Categories: Stroller-friendly, by the water, spring hikes, autumn hikes
seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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Categories: Stroller-friendly, by the water, spring hikes, autumn hikes
seasons: Spring, summer, autumn, winter
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