The Waalweg Trail

Hiking along the irrigation channel

Twelve kilometers long, the Marlinger Waalweg trail is a popular hiking trail which runs along the former irrigation channels, the longest of its kind in South Tyrol. Starting at the Töllbrücke bridge, the 250 year-old path gently ascends through apple orchards and woods to firmer and more level ground. After pausing to admire the medieval Lebenberg Castle, hikers continue slightly downhill along the slope of Marling mountain to the village of Lana.

Spectacular views of the surrounding mountains can be seen along the entire length of the Marlinger Waalweg trail. The agricultural landscape lining the irrigation channels is also impressive, with meadows and forests alternating with vineyards and orchards. Along the Marlinger Waalweg trail there are also impressive views of the Merano basin, the Val Passiria/Passeier Valley, and the imposing Texelgruppe mountain range. The Marlinger Waalweg trail is well-connected to the public transport network, allowing visitors to move around without need for a car.

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around the Marlinger Waalweg Trail

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Easy Hike on Marling Waalweg Trail

Easy and beautiful Hike on Marling Waalweg Trail to Lana with start in the center of Marling.

Circular Hike on the Marling Waalweg and Höhenweg Trails

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Circular Hike on the Marling Waalweg and Höhenweg Trails

Circular Hike on the Marling Waalweg and Höhenweg Trails with start at the Hotel Restaurant Waldschenke.

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Marling Waalweg Trail to Töll

Unique and beautiful Marling Waalweg Trail to Töll/Tel with start in the center of Marling.

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Toward the Sun

Easy route with start at the railway station of Marling/Marlengo.

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Easy Hike on Marling Waalweg Trail

Easy Hike on Marling Waalweg Trail with start in the centre of Marling/Marlengo.

The Marlengo/Marling irrigation channel path

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The Marlengo/Marling irrigation channel path

Excursion on the Marlengo/Marling irrigation channel path with start in the center of Marling.

Marling Waalweg, the longest of all the irrigation channel trails

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Marling Waalweg, the longest of all the irrigation channel trails

Excursion on the Marling Waalweg, the longest of all the irrigation channel trails.

The history of the Waalweg of Marling

With a length of 12 km, the Marlinger Waal (irrigation channel) is the longest in the Meran basin. Running between Töll and Lana, it provides water to some 300 hectares of meadows and fields. Its construction dates back to the mid-18th century and the time of the Carthusian monastery of Allerengelberg in the Schnals Valley.
In 1619 the Carthusians had bought the Gojenhof estate in Marling to supply them with wine. Over 100 years later they began work on a Waal to irrigate the vines, to run from the River Etsch all the way along the slope of the Marling mountain. The Carthusians had experience in the construction of such waterways, having already created channels and gullies to supply water to a number of their monastery farms in the Schnals Valley.
The construction of the Marlinger Waal was much more difficult than expected, however, especially the first few kilometres through the steep rock. When the work began in 1737 it was expected to cost 12,000 guilders. Construction lasted 19 years and ultimately cost 80,000 guilders. Without the help of the municipality of Marling, the monastery could never have finished the Waal.
In 1897 a hydroelectric power plant began operation at Töll. Since then the water has run underground, through the rock, for the first 800 metres. The old Waal can however still be seen. In former times up to three “Waaler” watched over the channel, making sure the water never dried up. The alarm system is still in use today: a hammer attached to a waterwheel strikes a bell every time it turns. Should the bell stop sounding, this means the water has stopped flowing. The Waaler must then quickly identify the cause. He had a hut like this to shelter in at night and during thunderstorms.

Stop and enjoy along the Marlinger Waalweg

Experience local specialties and warm hospitality

Inn Schönblick open until 11/9/2025

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Jausenstation Larchwalderhof closed until 7/1/2025

Hotel Gasthof Waldschenke closed until 7/5/2025

Gasthaus Waalheim open until 7/6/2025

Haidenhof closed until 7/5/2025

Marling - Marlengo 13 hours ago

Wandertipp für heiße Sommertage: Der Passerschluchtweg - Passeiertal 🥾 🌊🌿
Ein beeindruckendes Naturerlebnis in unserer Umgebung – perfekt für warme Tage!☀

📍 Allgemeine Beschreibung:
Der rund 7,8 km lange Passerschluchtweg startet in St. Leonhard und verläuft auf der linken Seite der Passer bis Gomion. Nach dem Brückenübergang geht es auf der rechten Seite weiter – fast bis nach Moos.
Der Weg folgt dem Wasserlauf, führt durch Wälder, vorbei an senkrechten Felswänden und bietet fantastische Ausblicke. 💧
❗ Nicht kinderwagentauglich.

📌 Wegbeschreibung – ab St. Leonhard:
Start bei der Dorfbrücke → Hauptstraße → links in die Andreas-Hofer-Straße → rechts hoch zum Kreisverkehr → Hauptstraße zweimal überqueren → vorbei an Fußballplatz und Schwimmbad bis zur Holzbrücke → Brücke queren → rechts taleinwärts der Passerschlucht folgen.
Auf halber Strecke geht es in Serpentinen etwa 200 Höhenmeter bergauf. Weiter durch dichten Wald bis zum Rückhaltedamm unterhalb von Moos (ca. 2,5 h).🍃

🔁 Ab hier drei Optionen:
1️⃣ Rechts hoch ins Dorfzentrum von Moos (Nr. 1, ca. 20 min.)
2️⃣ Zum Stieber Wasserfall und weiter nach Moos (Nr. 1A, ca. 40 Min.)
3️⃣ Steil hinauf nach Platt (Nr. 1B, ca. 40 Min.)

📌 Wegbeschreibung – ab Moos:
Start bei Bushaltestelle oder Parkplatz im Zentrum → bis zur Kirche.💧
Option 1️⃣: Bei der Kehre unterhalb links Richtung „Passerschlucht“ (Nr. 1).
Option 2️⃣: Unterhalb der Kirche Richtung Pfelders → alte Holzbrücke überqueren → 250 m bis Abzweigung „Stieber Wasserfall“ → am Wasserfall vorbei → bis Rückhaltebecken → weiter wie oben beschrieben in Richtung St. Leonhard.

Ideal für Wanderer, die Natur und Abkühlung suchen!✨🌿

Tourdaten im Überblick:
⏱️ Dauer: ca. 2:24 h
📏 Länge: 7,8 km
⛰️ Schwierigkeit: mittel
🔼 Höhenmeter bergauf: 501 hm
🔽 Höhenmeter bergab: 170 hm
🏔️ Höchster Punkt: 1.018 m

🚌 Anreise mit öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln – umweltfreundlich und bequem:
Buslinie 240: Von Meran Richtung St. Leonhard / Moos / Pfelders.
Buslinie 239: Vom Jaufenpass / Walten Richtung St. Leonhard.

📸Tourismusverein Passeiertal_Florian Andergassen

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marling_marlengo 18 hours ago

Have you ever enjoyed a summer concert by the local band of Marling? 🙌 🎺 🙌
If not – now’s the perfect time!😉🎶

On July 3rd, the local band of Marling invites you to an atmospheric open-air concert under the summer sky.

📍 Location: Marling music pavilion
⏰ Start: 8:30 PM – refreshing drinks available from 8:00 PM
🎟️ Free admission!

Look forward to a musical summer evening with a diverse program – from traditional marches to modern melodies.🎶🎺🎷

📸 TV Marling

#marling #südtirol #meran #musikkapellemarling #marlengo #altoadige #southtyrol #southtyrolevents

👉 Don’t miss it – the Marling Music Band is looking forward to welcoming you! 🎶

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Marling - Marlengo 4 days ago

Herz-Jesu-Feuer am Marlinger Berg 🔥
Auch heuer leuchten am Sonntagabend wieder die traditionellen Herz-Jesu-Feuer über ganz Südtirol – so auch hoch oben am Marlinger Berg.⛰🕯
Dieser Südtiroler Brauch soll die tiefe Verbundenheit mit der Heimat symbolisieren. Als Motiv für das Feuer wird unter anderem das Christusmonogramm gewählt.

Ein besonderer Anblick, der jedes Jahr aufs Neue die Tradition lebendig hält.
Sei dabei und erlebe dieses beeindruckende Spektakel!🌟

📸Strimmer Roland

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marling_marlengo 4 days ago

The Tradition of "Herz Jesu Sonntag" - the Celebration of the Heart of Jesus on Marling mountain 🔥

On Sunday evening, the annual Sacred Heart of Jesus bonfires are lit throughout South Tyrol, including on the "Marlinger Berg". This South Tyrolean custom is intended to symbolise the deep bond with the homeland. The Christ monogram is chosen as the motif for the fire.🎇

Be there and experience this impressive spectacle that keeps the South Tyrolean tradition alive! 🌟

📸Roland Strimmer

#marling #südtirol #meran #HerzJesuFeuer #Tradition #MarlingerBerg #Brauchtum #marlengo #altoadige #southtyrol

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Marling - Marlengo 6 days ago

Laue Sommerabende in Marling – einfach genießen! 🍷🍨🍽️

Der Sommer in Marling lädt zum Verweilen ein – ob bei einem traditionellen Fest am Festplatz, einem stimmungsvollen Abend im Restaurant oder Gasthaus im Dorf, am Waalweg oder am Marlinger Berg.☀😉

Laue Abende, gute Gesellschaft, kulinarische Genüsse und einzigartige Aussichten – das ist der Marlinger Sommer!⛰🥂
Wie wäre es mit einem feinen Abendessen und einem Glas Marlinger Wein – und zum Abschluss eine leckere Nachspeise?🍷🍨

Erlebt Marling von seiner genussvollsten Seite – wir freuen uns auf euren Besuch!✨😀

📸TV Marling_Herb Media

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