"Oberwaal" irrigation channel path

Hiking trail nr. 17,14

General description

Embark on a journey through time on a family-friendly Vinschgau valley hike: the Oberwaal trail dates back to 1348, offering scenic views of the Malser Haide UNESCO World Heritage site.

Water flow: from May
Refreshment stop: In the inns in Mals and at the Solis restaurant

Route description

Embark on your irrigation channel hike near St. Michael church in Burgeis and follow the Sonnensteig trail (trail #17) through Malser Haide. After crossing "Planeiler" street, the Oberwaal winds its way up to the Solis refreshment hut high above Mals, opening up a breathtaking view of the upper Vinschgau valley. Navigate down Kührastweg trail to Mals. Follow the signs to “Mitterwaal” and continue to the historic village centre and the station.

Parking

St. Michael church in Burgeis

Public transport

Railway station Mals
273, bus stop Kreisverkehr
274, bus stop Sennerei
277, bus stop Sennerei

Duration 1:30 h

Length 6 km

Difficulty easy

Difference in height uphill 30 hm

Difference in height downhill 170 hm

Difference in height 1230 m