Monte Elmo – Helm (2434m) – Hornischegg (2550m) – Drei Zinne Gondola
Glorious hike between Mont Elmo and Hornischegg using gondolas
A hike starting at Mont Elmo across to Hornischegg with beautiful views to the Austrian alps and the Italian Dolomites. It uses 2 different gondolas to make this a wonderfully relaxing hike for everyone
This hike starts from Monte Elmo and ends at Drei Zinne Gondola top station (South Tyrol, the Dolomites, Italy).
Tags: Public transport, Mountain transport, Suitable for families, Food en-route, Accommodation en-route, Ice-cream at end of hike
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Hiked by us on: 14th September 2018
This is a wonderful hike between Mont Elmo and Hornischegg using a gondola to start the hike and a second gondola to return to the valley. It is based on a longer hike we made, but it is such a beautiful area, we decided to write about a shorter hike which anyone can do.
Take the Monte Elmo gondola to the Helm restaurant. This is a great place if you have children with you – plenty of slides and attractions for them.
Once you leave the gondola station head towards the Hahnspielhütte. At the hut turn left and start the climb towards Helm.
There is an old abandoned world war 1 building on Mount Helm.
Then simply continue strolling along the broad ridge and enjoy views to the left over the Austrian alps…
and to the right to the Dolomites.
After passing the Silianerhütte you will reach the second peak on this hike, Hornischegg.
From here head downhill to the Cable Car Tre Cime. This will take you back down to the village of Moos. You can either take a bus back to the Monte Elmo gondola or stroll between the towns.
Food, accommodation and/or villages we found on this hike
Hahnspielhütte
(Food only)
The Bergwirtschaft Blattendürren is found on the beautiful Alp Blattendürren above Urnäsch. Groups of 8 or more are very welcome with with forward notice - ideal for families, firms and special occasions. With stunning views, enjoy wonderful Appenzeller food.
Silianer Hut
(Food only)
The Sillianer Hütte is a glorious hut perched on a ridge on the edge of the Dolmites!
The 5 day forecast in Sexten
Webcams
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Need some hiking down-time?
If you need a day off from hiking, below are some of the great things you can do within 30 km from the start of this hike.
Toblacher See
(11.1 km away)
A beautiful alpine lake for wandering, boating or swimming.
Toblach natural outdoor pool
(11.6 km away)
Surrounded by greenery, with a unique view of the mountains of the Höhlensteintal, you can relax and unwind at the natural bathing lake in Toblach
Fun Bob Auronzo
(15.6 km away)
Summer sledging in the Dolomites!
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