ADLER Lodge Ritten

Board the Ritten railway and follow the route across the plateau above Bolzano, passing forests, open meadows and small villages along the way. The train moves slowly, with wide windows that keep the surrounding mountains in view throughout the journey.

You’ll pass local stations where residents still use the line as part of daily life, giving the ride a more grounded feel than a sightseeing route. The landscape shifts gradually as you move higher across the plateau. It’s an easy way to explore the area without needing to drive between villages.

Follow the trails out to Ritten's earth pyramids, tall natural formations carved out over time by wind and rain. The path winds through woodland and a few open stretches before the pyramids start to appear. Up close, you'll see clusters of narrow stone columns, lots of them with big rocks balanced right on top.

The walking stays easy, with marked paths linking the different viewpoints along the way. There's no rush to it — plenty of time to stop, take it in, and head back through the same trails when you're ready.

Strap on a pair of snowshoes and head out along the winter trails that wind through the forests and open slopes around the Ritten plateau. It's slower going than a regular hike — the snow changes how you move, and you settle into a steadier rhythm. The route takes you through quiet stretches of woodland before opening up to wider views out toward the Dolomites.

Fresh snow muffles most of the sound, leaving just the crunch under your feet. Routes come in different lengths, so you can spend a few hours out there before heading back to the lodge to warm up.