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Winter hike to the place of pilgrimage Maria Weissenstein and the Petersberger Leger hut

Deutschnofen
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Difficulty
Easy
Activity time
0:40
Duration in hours
Distance
2.4
Distance in km
WSEN
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Winter hike from Maria Weißenstein to Petersberger Leger Alm – serene nature and stunning mountain views, perfect for families and leisure seekers.

This winter hike takes you from the spiritual pilgrimage site of Maria Weißenstein through peaceful, snow-covered forests up to the picturesque Petersberger Leger Alm. Surrounded by the stunning Dolomite mountains, the tranquil atmosphere invites you to breathe deeply and enjoy the moment. The gentle ascent and crisp winter air make this route especially pleasant – perfect for nature lovers, families, and anyone seeking a relaxing winter escape.

Route info
Easy
Distance
2,4 km
Activity time
40 min
Ascent
68 m
Descent
66 m
Technical skills
Physical effort
Scenary
Highest point
1.525 m
Lowest point
1.457 m
Directions

The hike starts at the pilgrimage site Maria Weißenstein (parking near the church). From here, follow Forest Trail [2], which gently climbs through snowy woods to the Petersberger Leger Alm.

Return on the same path to the starting point.

public transportation

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

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

Bus stop: Weissenstein | Pietralba; online timetable search at www.suedtirolmobil.info/en/
Meeting point: Weissenstein | Pietralba: https://goo.gl/maps/BNSP7XGxA78ptriZ7

How to get there

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

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

Bus stop: Weissenstein | Pietralba; online timetable search at www.suedtirolmobil.info/en/
Meeting point: Weissenstein | Pietralba: https://goo.gl/maps/BNSP7XGxA78ptriZ7

By car:
Destination: Weissenstein  | Pietralba
Parking: Parking lot Weissenstein  | Pietralba
Meeting point: Weissenstein | Pietralba: https://goo.gl/maps/BNSP7XGxA78ptriZ7

Where to park

Parking: Parking lot Weissenstein  | Pietralba
Meeting point: Weissenstein | Pietralba: https://goo.gl/maps/BNSP7XGxA78ptriZ7

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