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This hotel offers beautiful rooms with exposed wood beams, big beds, and windows that show off the Dolomites. Take a swim in the pool or rent a bike to explore.
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Dolomites Chestnut Route Walking
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Dolomites Chestnut Route Walking
Enjoy 8 mesmerizing days walking the Chestnut Route in the Italian Dolomites
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About this tour:
8 days
May-Oct
Walking
Self-guided, Private
Hotels
Moderate (3/5)
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Dolomites Chestnut Route Walking Tour Details
Overview
Overview for Dolomites Chestnut Route Walking
The Chestnut Route is a wonderful hiking tour in the Italian Dolomites. You will journey up the Eisack Valley, marveling at the undulations painting the landscape, while the towering Dolomites and the magnificent Alps line the horizon.
Along the way, you will hike past castles, vineyards, and charming villages boast of fascinating, historical tales. This self-guided walking tour, following the Chestnut route in South Tyrol, seamlessly stitches together German and Italian culture, elevating the stories and vibrancy stretching across this eight-day self-guided tour.
Among the landscapes exploding with fairytale-like beauty, you’ll encounter cheerful villages nestled into the countryside, like Chiusa. Rest your body in cozy hotels and B&Bs each night.
Itinerary
Itinerary for Dolomites Chestnut Route Walking
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Day 1
Bressanone
Overnight Location - Hotel in Bressanone | Distance - None | Meals - BreakfastBegin your journey in South Tyrol’s oldest city: the ever-so vibrant Bressanone. If you have time, go out and explore the rich culture dotting the city. Spend the evening relaxing and preparing for the trip ahead.
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Day 2
Walk to Velturno
Overnight Location - Hotel in Velturno | Distance - 15 km, 720 m ascent, 471 m ascent, 5 hours | Meals - BreakfastAfter enjoying a delicious breakfast, hop on a bus and travel to Novacella Abbey, which is known for its memorable white wine. Commence your pilgrimage. Follow countryside paths through vineyards and wind through woods before reaching Velturno. Admire the chestnut trees encircling this town, evoking cozy, breezy vibes. Spend the night at a comfortable hotel.
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Day 3
Walk to Barbiano
Overnight Location - Hotel in Barbiano | Distance - 16 km, 778 m ascent, 798 m descent, 6 hours | Meals - BreakfastGet ready for another day of hiking through Italy’s magnificent haven of nature. Expect vibrancy to dot your 16 km trek. Encounter the Sabiona monastery standing tall and overlooking a steep cliff drop. Keep trekking until you reach the folksy hub for artists: Chiusa. Continue until you encounter Barbiano, a pleasant village etched along River Isarco.
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Day 4
Hike to Collalbo
Overnight Location - Hotel in Collalbo | Distance - 15 km, 713 m ascent, 403m descent, 6 hours | Meals - BreakfastMunch on breakfast before tying up your laces and hiking through pockets of woods and orchards embroidering the landscapes. Come across the ultimate mecca for outdoor enthusiasts: Renon plateau. Take a short detour to a prehistoric rock. Reach Collalbo, kick off your shoes, and relax.
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Day 5
Collalbo Loop
Overnight Location - Hotel in Collalbo | Distance - 11 km, 400 m ascent, 366 m descent, 4 hours | Meals - BreakfastAfter breakfast, enjoy a relatively easy 11 km loop that will have you winding through forest groves, Alpine meadows blanketing the land, and along Kematen Lake. Admire the pyramids, built by moraine silt, before heading back to Collalbo by train. Be sure to admire the stunning views rolling by outside the train window.
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Day 6
Hike to Bolzano
Overnight Location - Hotel in Bolzano | Distance - 18 km, 591 m ascent, 1396 m descent, 8 hours | Meals - BreakfastGet ready for a long but pleasant day meandering Italy’s countryside, where castles and farms provide entertaining viewpoints as you walk. After trekking for 18 km, reach Castel Roncolo, a medieval wonder standing in front of a steep grassy slope. Take a bus from here to Bolzano, where Austrian and Italian cultures collide to form one lively, cheerful city.
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Day 7
Alp of Siusi loop
Overnight Location - Hotel in Bolzano | Distance - 21 km, 316 m ascent, 484 m descent, 6 hours | Meals - BreakfastMunch on breakfast before heading to Compatsch by bus, and then cable car. Embark on a stunning loop, passing by quaint huts and villages dotting the hills, while the Dolomites jet out of the ground and tower in the background. Follow the loop back to Compatsch and ride back to the bus in a cable car. Head back to Bolzano for the evening.
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Day 8
Depart Bolzano
Overnight Location - None | Distance - None | Meals - NoneThe tour ends after breakfast.
Tour Highlights
Highlights for Dolomites Chestnut Route Walking
Encounter an array of unmatched scenery and long-standing castles, such as Castel Roncolo, on your walking tour.
Marvel at the Dolomites towering in the background as you walk the long, but pleasant 21km Alp of Siusi loop.
Discover charming villages tucked into the hills as you trek, such as the crafty Chiusa, which boasts of poets and artists.
Walk by a collection of vineyards, and take in the succulent tastes of Italy’s world-famous wines and cheese.
What's Included
What's Included for Dolomites Chestnut Route Walking
Meals
7 breakfasts are included. You are responsible for purchasing your own lunches and dinners.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 7 nights along the tour are included.
Transportation during the Tour
Your luggage will be transported throughout the tour, but you are responsible for paying for your own transfers.
Also Included
- Ritten Card for 3 days
- Detailed tour notes
- 24/7 phone support
Not included
- Flights to get to Bressanone or out of Bolzano
- Transfers throughout the tour
- Lunches, dinners, drinks, snacks
- Touristic city taxes
- Travel insurance
- Personal equipment
- Guide services
Optional Extras
- Feel free to add more nights at the hotels throughout your walk
- Transfer to and from airports at the beginning and at the end of your tour
Dates & Prices
Dates and Prices for Dolomites Chestnut Route Walking
The departure is available on any day of the week. Prices below are per person:
Departure on October 1st – 25th, 2023:
- Solo traveler: $1,425USD
- Single room (group of 2+): $1,225USD
- Sharing a double/twin room: $1,025USD
- Sharing a triple room: $950USD
Departure on May 1st – June 24th, 2024:
- Solo traveller: $1,495USD
- Single room (group of 2+): $1,295USD
- Sharing a double/twin room: $1,095USD
- Sharing a triple room: $995USD
Departure on October 7th – October 25th, 2024:
- Solo traveller: $1,525USD
- Single room (group of 2+): $1,295USD
- Sharing a double/twin room: $1,125USD
- Sharing a triple room: $995USD
Departure on June 25th – July 11th, 2024:
- Solo traveller: $1,575USD
- Single room (group of 2+): $1,375USD
- Sharing a double/twin room: $1,125USD
- Sharing a triple room: $1,025USD
Departure on July 12th – July 31st, 2024 and September 1st – October 6th, 2024:
- Solo traveller: $1,595USD
- Single room (group of 2+): $1,395USD
- Sharing a double/twin room: $1,150USD
- Sharing a triple room: $1,025USD
Departure on August 1st – August 31st, 2024:
- Solo traveller: $1,625USD
- Single room (group of 2+): $1,425USD
- Sharing a double/twin room: $1,175USD
- Sharing a triple room: $1,075USD
Accommodation
Accommodation for Dolomites Chestnut Route Walking
Expect to stay in a combination of three and four-star hotels on this tour. They each offer modern amenities that work to elevate the total comfort of your stay. The rooms come with a private bathroom.
Please note that the accommodation listed below may be swapped for other similar places.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Solo travellers must pay a supplement that varies based on the season (please inquire to find out more). However, it’s definitely possible to match single travellers up.
Night 2
See Tripadvisor ReviewsHotel Feldthurnerhof in Velturno
Located on a stunning hillside, this hotel will keep you cozy with its sunny demeanor, necessary amenities, and local and international cuisine.
Night 3
See Tripadvisor ReviewsGasthof Kircher Sepp in Barbiano
This hotel mirrors the alpine vibes dotting the outdoors. And it has the necessary amenities to induce comfort. Enjoy the delicious breakfast buffet in the morning.
Night 4-5
See Tripadvisor ReviewsHotel Dolomiten in Collalbo
This family-owned hotel envelops with its comfort, Wi-Fi, TV in each room, and a restaurant that promises amazing Mediterranean and local dishes.
Night 6-7
See Tripadvisor ReviewsHotel Regina in Bolzano
Located in the thick of city centre, this hotel offers the modern amenities needed after several days of trekking.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions for Dolomites Chestnut Route Walking
How hard is the Chestnut Route Walk?
This tour is rated as a 3 / 5. This tour is suitable for those who are regular walkers, with experience at similar distances. The last two days of walking are longer days.
Do I need a Visa to travel to Italy?
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Are meals included on the Chestnut Route Walk?
7 breakfasts are included. You are responsible for purchasing your own lunches and dinners.
Do I need insurance?
Yes, it is mandatory to have Health and Medical insurance to join this trip. Get your Travel Insurance.
How do I get to Bressanone to start this tour?
Fly to the nearest airport (Munich, Innsbruck, Verona, Venice, or Milan) and take the train to Bressanone.
Is the Chestnut Route Walk in English?
This is a self-guided tour, therefore guide services are not included. However, all the information package is in English.
Where does the Chestnut Route Walk end?
The tour ends in Bolzano.
Do I need special vaccines to travel to Italy?
Check with your family doctor.
Are there any travel restrictions for Italy?
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
Tour Difficulty
Difficulty for Dolomites Chestnut Route Walking
Moderate
This tour is rated as a 3 / 5. This tour is suitable for those who are regular walkers, with experience at similar distances. The last two days of walking are longer days.
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