Hike from Ponte d’Adige to Colterenzio

Walking from the Kaiserberg to the Marklhof and further on across the famous vineyard of Cornaiano.

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AT the station of Ponte Adige (Gasthaus Mendelhof), the trail number 1 starts. In this place, about 1 km in the west of Frangarto, you are connected to several means of public transport.
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After the railroad crossing, the trail branches off towards left in the direction of the Kaiserberg.
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Across the forest we scale the mountain, on a pleasant forest trail.
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Our hiking trail runs by the mighty Castel Firmiano, past the parking spaces.
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Except some passages, the trail is rather easy.
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Green shades in spring in the middle of the forest.
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Where the forest clears, we can see the vineyards between Frangarto and Cornaiano.
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After a whilst, we reach the mighty Marklhof. This noble residence is ideal for a coffee break.
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Along an asphalted road we proceed towards Colterenzio.
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The surroundings of Cornaiano, a traditional vine-growing area.
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When we walk on towards Colterenzio, we come upon apple orchards.
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Colterenzio is a gem in the midst of the agricultural front yard of Cornaiano.
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This romantic chapel is surrounded by farmsteads and residences.
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The Ponte Adige station is the starting point for this tour. At the Mendelhof tavern, the trail no. 1 starts. After having traversed the railway, this trail branches off on the left, leading towards the castle and stretching its way up on a beautiful panoramic trail. Past the parking space of the Messner Mountain Museum, the trail across the beautiful broad-leaf forest covering the Kaiserberg starts. Especially now, at the beginning of May, the forest captivates with its wide range of green colours. Glades make you sneak a peek on the vineyards between Frangarto and Cornaiano.

After 40 minutes of walking, we reach the Marklhof, then we continue past the Girlanerhof, via an asphalted road across the vineyards, always following the sign-post number 1. The small but mighty village of Colterenzio is the final destination of our excursion, it represents a real gem of wine-growing farmsteads, with a romantic church and a village fountain. The way back can be walked within less than one hour. Ideal tour in spring and autumn, not recommendable on hot summer days!

Author: AT

suited for families difficulty: easy