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Family-hike to the church of St. Helena

Deutschnofen

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Difficulty

Easy

Activity time

1:45

Duration in hours

Distance

6.9

Distance in km

Status

open

Tags

Suitable for strollers
Accessibility
Out and back
Family-friendly

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Easy family hike to the peaceful St. Helena Church with stunning views. Perfect for nature lovers, culture seekers, and families looking for quiet beauty.

This gentle family hike to the picturesque St. Helena Church is a peaceful journey through nature and tradition. The trail winds through open woods and meadows, offering beautiful views of South Tyrol’s mountain landscape. Nestled on a quiet hilltop, the charming little church invites visitors to pause, breathe deeply, and enjoy the silence. Children will love the open spaces to roam and play, while adults can soak in the calm and scenic beauty. Along the way or after the hike, local inns offer the chance to relax and taste traditional dishes. A perfect outing for families seeking a mix of nature, simplicity, and cultural charm.

Gallery

St. Helena

The frescoes of St. Helena

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Tags

Suitable for strollers
Accessibility
Out and back
Family-friendly

Route info

Easy

Distance

6,9 km

Activity time

1 h 45 min

Ascent

112 m

Descent

112 m

Physical effort

Scenary

Highest point

1.436 m

Lowest point

1.342 m

Directions

The hike starts in the village center of Deutschnofen (1,357 m). Walk toward the village entrance/roundabout, then follow the road in the direction of Bolzano. Shortly after, you’ll reach the Pfösl chapel, set on an open meadow. Continue a bit further and take the second path on the left, which becomes the St. Helena trail. This gentle route through forests and fields leads directly to the St. Helena Church (approx. 1,400 m), beautifully located on a hill with stunning views.
Return along the same route to Deutschnofen.

Duration: 2 h - Difference in altitude: 50 m - Refreshments: Hotel Pfösl, Kreuz Hof farm (country cafè right next to the church of St. Helena)

public transportation

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

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.

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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