Merano 2000: the sunny mountain plateau above Schenna and Merano
When you stay at Hohenwart, Merano lies at your feet and the mountains rise behind you. This is part of the special charm of a holiday here: you begin above the spa town, with views into the valley, towards the Texel Group and out into the open landscape. And for those who would like to experience a more rugged, sparse alpine world, Merano 2000 is an ideal destination.
The mountain area can be experienced in very different ways depending on the season: in summer and autumn for walks, hikes, e-bike tours and alpine days of all kinds; in winter for skiing, winter walking, sledging and sunny hours in the snow.
Merano 2000 through the seasons
Merano 2000 has a different character in every season. In early summer, it feels like the first real step out of the valley and into the mountains: below, everything is already warm and Mediterranean; above, fresh mountain air, wide views and the first proper hiking day of the year are waiting.
In summer, Merano 2000 is a welcome contrast to the warmth in the valley. Families find easy paths, many places to stop for food, the Outdoor Kids Camp and the Alpin Bob mountain coaster. Children experience mountain air, adventure and a sense of height without having to manage a long hike.
For couples and gentle hikers, too, Merano 2000 is a beautiful summer destination. It does not always have to be a summit. Often it is enough to enjoy the panorama, breathe in the cooler air and find shade in the forest.
Merano 2000 is also well suited to e-bikes. Bikes can be taken on the cable car, there are designated and well-prepared routes at the top, and many alpine huts and inns are easy to reach by e-bike.
Those looking for something more active will also find more demanding routes, longer tours and the Heini Holzer via ferrata around Merano 2000.
In autumn, Merano 2000 belongs to the wide view. The air becomes clear, the light warmer, and the visibility often reaches surprisingly far. Dressing in layers is especially useful at this time of year: mornings can be fresh, while the afternoon sun is often pleasantly mild. For hiking, this is an ideal season.
In winter, Merano 2000 shows another side. Then it is about skiing, sledging, winter walking, stopping at sunny terraces and enjoying the snow. Particularly lovely: a winter day on Merano 2000 does not have to be a ski day. Even guests who simply want to experience snow, panorama and clear mountain air will find easy paths and sun-filled places to pause.
For gentle hikers: the panoramic walk to the Waidmannalm
A day in the mountains does not always have to mean a summit tour. One of the most beautiful easy walks on Merano 2000 leads from the mountain station to the Waidmannalm alpine inn.
The path is relaxed and full of views: mountains and nature all around. Here, the point is not performance, but experiencing the landscape.
And the destination is worthwhile in culinary terms, too: the Waidmannalm is known for very good food. All the better when a simple walk becomes a relaxed stop with a view.
For mindful mountain dreamers: the Kratzberger See
The walk to the Kratzberger See is not steep, but it is long. That is exactly its character. It is ideal for those looking for calm. If you like walking for longer and letting your thoughts wander as you go, this is the right path: it leads gently through the rugged alpine landscape of Merano 2000 and opens up repeated panoramic views of the Sarntal Alps.
And then there it is: the Kratzberger See, still and clear, framed by ridges and rock. Find a good stone to sit on, look out over the clear blue-green water, and everyday life feels very far away.
For active guests: the Kuhleitenhütte
The route up to the Kuhleitenhütte is sporty, but it rewards you with a wide view. At the top, the panorama reaches far beyond Merano 2000: Merano, Hafling, the Salten plateau and the surrounding mountain landscape lie before you.
For active guests, the Kuhleitenhütte is a strong destination. It is ideal for those who want more than a gentle walk and are looking for a little more height and alpine feeling. Around the hut, experienced mountaineers will find further possibilities, such as the Kleiner Ifinger and Großer Ifinger peaks or the Heini Holzer via ferrata.
Back to Hohenwart
For guests of Hotel Hohenwart, Merano 2000 is not only very close, but also wonderfully varied. You decide whether you would like to climb, take an e-bike, plan a summit hike or enjoy an easy panoramic walk. Whether you spend the whole day in the skiing and hiking area or only a morning or afternoon there, whether as a summer hike, an autumn day with far-reaching views or a sunny winter outing: the offer is varied, and every day there can look a little different.