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40 Years of the Merano High Mountain Trail
The Merano High Mountain Trail in South Tyrol celebrates its 40th anniversary this year – and the Tourist Office of the garden village of Algund is participating with a special contribution. As one of the most beautiful circular hiking trails in South Tyrol, the High Mountain Trail, number 24, has captivated mountain enthusiasts for four decades, and for many of them, it starts directly in Algund.
Energized with Anniversary Herbal Lemonade for Great Hiking Offers
Merano is celebrating this significant anniversary appropriately: with a limited-edition herbal lemonade, a celebration on June 30th at the "most beautiful panoramic terrace in Tyrol" at Gasthof Hochmut, and a series of accompanying hiking offers that connect the entire region along the trail.
The anniversary lemonade, Alpine Fizz No. 24, is bottled by the family business Nägele. It's now available in selected establishments and tourist offices. This fresh, natural, and sparkling drink combines the aromas of the herbs that grow along the High Mountain Trail, telling a piece of alpine history you can drink.
Energized with Anniversary Herbal Lemonade for Great Hiking Offers
Merano is celebrating this significant anniversary appropriately: with a limited-edition herbal lemonade, a celebration on June 30th at the "most beautiful panoramic terrace in Tyrol" at Gasthof Hochmut, and a series of accompanying hiking offers that connect the entire region along the trail.
The anniversary lemonade, Alpine Fizz No. 24, is bottled by the family business Nägele. It's now available in selected establishments and tourist offices. This fresh, natural, and sparkling drink combines the aromas of the herbs that grow along the High Mountain Trail, telling a piece of alpine history you can drink.
Algund: Starting Point with Far-Reaching Views
The entry point to the Merano High Mountain Trail from Algund is particularly appealing. Take the chairlift from the district of Mitterplars to Vellau and continue with the gondola basket lift to Leiteralm hut. This way, the hiking experience begins with a touch of nostalgia and unforgettable views over the Merano region. From there, varied stages lead through larch forests, past traditional farmhouses, alpine pastures, and high-alpine passages.
"The Merano High Mountain Trail is a symbol of gentle tourism, scenic diversity, and the connection between the places around the Texel Group," explains Michael Schwellensattl, President of the Algund Tourist Office. "With our participation in the anniversary activities, we want to show how valuable such trails are for sustainable travel."
Event Highlight on June 30th
The central celebration for the 40th anniversary will take place on the morning of June 30, 2025, at the Gasthof Hochmut, which calls itself a "panoramic lodge" due to its unique view. Journalists, representatives of the Texel Group Nature Park, the local Forest Office, alpine clubs, hiking guides, and guests of honor from politics and tourism are invited.
Nature Conservation, Visitor Management, and New Impulses
Parallel to the celebrations, intensive work is underway on the further development of the High Mountain Trail. This includes new safety measures, visitor counts, improved infrastructure, and the goal of making hiking even more in harmony with nature and the region. Topics such as mobility are also in focus: accessibility of the Pfossental valley with public shuttles, improved signposting, and sustainable awareness for visitors.
The Merano garden village of Algund is proud to be part of this network. It invites locals and guests to take the anniversary as an opportunity to consciously embark on the journey again, in the truest sense of the word.
The entry point to the Merano High Mountain Trail from Algund is particularly appealing. Take the chairlift from the district of Mitterplars to Vellau and continue with the gondola basket lift to Leiteralm hut. This way, the hiking experience begins with a touch of nostalgia and unforgettable views over the Merano region. From there, varied stages lead through larch forests, past traditional farmhouses, alpine pastures, and high-alpine passages.
"The Merano High Mountain Trail is a symbol of gentle tourism, scenic diversity, and the connection between the places around the Texel Group," explains Michael Schwellensattl, President of the Algund Tourist Office. "With our participation in the anniversary activities, we want to show how valuable such trails are for sustainable travel."
Event Highlight on June 30th
The central celebration for the 40th anniversary will take place on the morning of June 30, 2025, at the Gasthof Hochmut, which calls itself a "panoramic lodge" due to its unique view. Journalists, representatives of the Texel Group Nature Park, the local Forest Office, alpine clubs, hiking guides, and guests of honor from politics and tourism are invited.
Nature Conservation, Visitor Management, and New Impulses
Parallel to the celebrations, intensive work is underway on the further development of the High Mountain Trail. This includes new safety measures, visitor counts, improved infrastructure, and the goal of making hiking even more in harmony with nature and the region. Topics such as mobility are also in focus: accessibility of the Pfossental valley with public shuttles, improved signposting, and sustainable awareness for visitors.
The Merano garden village of Algund is proud to be part of this network. It invites locals and guests to take the anniversary as an opportunity to consciously embark on the journey again, in the truest sense of the word.
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