The Sciliar-Catinaccio Nature Park was born in 1974 and constitutes with a portion of Alpe di Siusi (55 km²) the biggest alp of Europe. The most fascinating peaks are Punta Santner and Punta Euringer. In 2003, Catinaccio has taken part of this natural area. From the highest point of the Sciliar Mountain, the Monte Pez at 2,564 meters of height, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Bolzano. Before the peak, you can stop at the famous Rifugio Bolzano. From the Catinaccio Plateau, the mountains views are extraordinary.
While the rocky superior plateau can be visited usually during the summer, the lower valley, such as the Ciamin, can be the object of many outings during late spring and early autumn. The most convenient starting points are: Vols (Fiè), Seis (Siusi), Kastelruth (Castelrotto) and St. Ulrich (Ortisei).
Highlights include the Alpe di Siusi, the Cavone mountain ridge, the "Tourist Trail", the Prossliner Alm, and the nearby Bullaccia mountain with its "witches' chairs".
Sciliar-Catinaccio visitor center
Bagni di Lavina Bianca (nei pressi di Tires, all’ingresso della Val Ciamin)
Tel.: (+39) 0471 642196
How to get to the Sciliar-Catinaccio Nature Park
By plane
The nearest airports are in Verona Villafranca (approx. 180 km), Bolzano (40 km) and Innsbruck (120 km). From these the connections by bus or train are excellent.
By car
From Modena (A22), Milan (A4), Verona (A22) to the Chiusa - Altipiano dello Sciliar exit: Castelrotto 17 km, Siusi 17 km, Alpe di Siusi 24 km, Fiè allo Sciliar 22 km.
By train
Stop for all IC and EC trains at Bolzano and Bressanone station. Transfer possible by modern bus services.
By bus
Bus service to the Schlern Plateau from Bolzano, Bressanone and Chiusa (railway stations).
