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Excursion to the Stone Age settlement of Enzbirch

Deutschnofen
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Difficulty
Intermediate
Activity time
3:50
Duration in hours
Distance
12.9
Distance in km
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Explore the Enzbirch prehistoric site with stunning views and a cozy stop at Höggerhof – perfect for nature lovers and relaxed hikers.

This hike takes you on a fascinating journey back in time to a prehistoric settlement nestled in a picturesque mountain landscape. Starting from the village center, the trail gently winds through meadows and past traditional farmhouses that bring South Tyrolean rural life to life.
Along the way, the cozy Höggerhof snack station invites you to enjoy hearty homemade dishes – the perfect spot to recharge before continuing. The path then leads past a charming farmstead to the striking rocky outcrop of the prehistoric site. At the top, you are rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views that invite you to pause and soak it all in.
This hike is perfect for those who want to combine nature, history, and culinary delights. Families, nature lovers, and culture enthusiasts alike will find a memorable experience waiting here.

Route info
Intermediate
Distance
12,9 km
Activity time
3 h 50 min
Ascent
397 m
Descent
397 m
Physical effort
Scenary
Highest point
1.428 m
Lowest point
1.254 m
Directions

The hike starts at the village center of Deutschnofen. Follow trail [K] over meadows and past charming farmhouses to the Höggerhof snack station, where you can enjoy hearty traditional dishes.
Continue to the Schadnerhof farmstead. From there, take trail [R] uphill to the prominent rocky outcrop of the Enzbirch prehistoric settlement, offering stunning views.
For the return, follow trail [10] to the managed Wölflhof and then the European long-distance trail [E5] back to the village center.

Total duration: approx. 2 hours, easy hike.

public transportation

Getting to the starting point of the tour by public transport is easy and convenient.

By public bus line:
- 181 from Bozen | Bolzano,
- 180 or 184 from Karersee | Lago di Carezza, Karerpass | Passo Costalunga, Welschnofen | Nova Levante
- 184 or 181 from Birchabruck | Ponte Nova
- 184 from Stenk, Eggen | Ega, Obereggen
- 184 or 181 from Weissenstein | Pietralba, Petersberg | Monte San Pietro, Deutschnofen | Nova Ponente
- 182 from Steinegg | Collepietra, Gummer | San Valentino
- 180 from Val di Fassa

Bus stop: Deutschnofen | Nova Ponente Church; online timetable search at www.suedtirolmobil.info/en/
Meeting point: Parking lot : https://goo.gl/maps/UwWfytu3jmCJTRhM6

How to get there

Getting to the starting point of the tour by public transport is easy and convenient.

By public bus line:
- 181 from Bozen | Bolzano,
- 180 or 184 from Karersee | Lago di Carezza, Karerpass | Passo Costalunga, Welschnofen | Nova Levante
- 184 or 181 from Birchabruck | Ponte Nova
- 184 from Stenk, Eggen | Ega, Obereggen
- 184 or 181 from Weissenstein | Pietralba, Petersberg | Monte San Pietro, Deutschnofen | Nova Ponente
- 182 from Steinegg | Collepietra, Gummer | San Valentino
- 180 from Val di Fassa

Bus stop: Deutschnofen | Nova Ponente Church; online timetable search at www.suedtirolmobil.info/en/
Meeting point: Parking lot : https://goo.gl/maps/UwWfytu3jmCJTRhM6

By car:
Destination: Deutschnofen | Nova Ponente
Parking: parking lot Gibitz
Meeting point: Parking lot Gibitz square Deutschnofen | Nova Ponente: https://goo.gl/maps/UwWfytu3jmCJTRhM6

Where to park

Parking: parking lot Gibitz
Meeting point: Parking lot Gibitz square Deutschnofen | Nova Ponente: https://goo.gl/maps/UwWfytu3jmCJTRhM6

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