Hiking Adventures for National Walking Month at Hotel Hubertus in South Tyrol

As National Walking Month approaches this May, Hotel Hubertus is an alpine retreat located in Olang, South Tyrol, in the Dolomites. It offers an exceptional blend of traditional charm and modern luxury in the mountains, and its guests can enjoy a variety of well-organised walking and hiking activities.

With its idyllic location on the sunny slopes of the Plan de Corones, the hotel provides guests with access to a wide range of hiking activities for these warmer months. Through its weekly programme, Hotel Hubertus offers more than 15 guided hikes each week, ranging from Nordic walking sessions and short excursions to more demanding routes such as the Gsieser Almweg 2000 and sections of the high alpine trails in the Fanes-Sennes-Prags Nature Park.

Walkers can expect routes like the circular path around Lake Antholz, a relatively easy loop suitable for most, or a more involved hike to Monte Luta, which takes about three and a half hours and provides clear views across Val Pusteria.

Highlight Walking Paths

1. Serenity Among the Peaks: From Passo Furcia to Lake Hochalp
Altitude: 2,373 m | Walking Time: approx. 4 hours | Difficulty level: Moderate

Begin at the gentle saddle of Passo Furcia, which can easily be reached from Hotel Hubertus by car, and ascend steadily along panoramic ridgelines towards the crystalline Lake Hochalp. This 834-meter ascent invites walkers into the heart of the South Tyrolean Dolomites, where meadows bloom beneath jagged limestone spires.

At the Lapeduresscharte, silence reigns, broken only by the wind brushing over rock and grass — a place to linger and absorb the raw grandeur of nature before winding your way back.

2. The Whispering Forests of Brunstalm Pasture
Altitude: 1,898 m | Walking Time: approx. 4 hours | | Difficulty level: Moderate

Departing from the village of Oberolang, this moderate trail weaves upward through spruce-laced woodland and open pasture, rising 741 vertical metres to the Brunstalm hut. Along the way, the sweeping flanks of Plan de Corones reveal themselves between branches, while the higher ridges of the Dolomites beckon from beyond.

Return via the Brunststeig path no.20, where each bend in the trail offers yet another poetic glimpse of the Olang valley unfolding below.

3. Around the Legendary Three Peaks: A Loop from Auronzo Hut
Altitude: 2,454 m | Walking Time: approx. 3 hours | Difficulty level: Hard

Begin your adventure at the Auronzo Hut, nestled on the southern flank of the iconic Three Peaks. Follow trail no. 101 as it gently ascends past the charming Lavaredo Hut (2,344 m) to the Paternsattel saddle (2,454 m), where the awe-inspiring north face of the Tre Cime rises dramatically 500 meters into the sky.

After a restful pause to take in the view, continue on the descending trail beneath Monte Paterno. At the fork, choose between a detour to the Three Peaks Hut (2,405 m) or a quieter route westward on path no. 105, skirting the Lange Alpe pasture and shimmering Lang Alp lake.

Whichever you choose, the grandeur of the Dolomites will accompany you every step of the way.

The hotel also includes more sociable walks in its itinerary, such as sunrise and sunset outings and guided trips to the hotel’s own mountain hut, Chalet Hubertus, which sometimes include barbecues or outdoor meals.

While most routes are accessible, the altitude and changeable weather in early May can introduce an element of unpredictability, with mild daytime temperatures occasionally interrupted by spring rain or late snow.

With its prime location at the heart of the Pustertal valley, the hotel has direct access to over 275 kilometres of trails, meaning there’s no shortage of options for outdoor lovers.

Those looking for a post-hike respite can recharge in one of the many understated rooms and suites. They can also enjoy a world-class wellness experience at its strikingly designed Heaven & Hell Spa and Alpenreych Spa. The latter is currently undergoing renovations, and the new and improved area will be available once the hotel reopens on 15th May.

£££: Summer rates start from €225.00 / approx. £193 per person per night, with the ¾ board included (breakfast, afternoon snack, and dinner). A minimum 5-night stay is required.

Photography by Manuel Kottersteger.