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The Plätzwiese is a high plateau at an altitude of 2,000 meters, with overwhelming panoramic views of the nearby mountains Dürrenstein peak and Hohe Gaisl peak and from there to the more distant peaks of Monte Cristallo peak and Tofane peaks. On the Plätzwiese high plateau visitors experience nature and peace. Not least because of its inclusion in the Nature Park Fanes-Sennes-Prags this jewel, surrounded by majestic peaks, has retained its unspoilt nature.
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There are currently no traffic restrictions in the Pragser Tal valley. No online reservation is necessary. The Pragser Tal valley can be reached at any time.
A Valley Worth Protecting
The Prags Promise
The Pragser Tal valley is nature park, UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, and a place of tranquility. With targeted measures for traffic regulation and gentle mobility, we preserve its unique nature and create space for authentic experiences—for everyone who lives here or visits.
Respect nature's cycles
Travel consciously
Stay on the trails
Visit with heart - come to admire
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Keep it clean
Pragser Tal valley
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There are currently no traffic restrictions in the Pragser Tal valley. No online reservation is necessary. The Pragser Tal valley can be reached at any time.
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What you should know
Arrival in spring
Information on the general traffic regulations
From 07.04.2026 to 05.06.2026, access to Plätzwiese high plateau is only possible by paying a fee. Access is possible for a maximum of 100 cars.
There is a year-round ban on the passage of private buses and campers.
Yes, with a disabled pass you can go to Plätzwiese high plateau at any time. It is sufficient to show the pass at the checkpoint at Brückele/Ponticello.
A reduced access fee applies for cars with a disabled pass.
On the Plätzwiese high plateau there is a wide forest path with only a few meters of elevation gain.
Arrival with your own car, motorhome, coach and motorbike
There are car parks in Brückele/Ponticello. Fees apply. The Platzwiese high plateau parking lot can be accessed at any time and is subject to charges.
Daily car park charges Brückele/Ponticello:
- cars 6,00 €
- for minibuses/campers € 12.00
- for buses 20,00 €
- for motocycles 4,00€
There is a year-round ban on the passage of private buses and campers.
Private buses can travel as far as Brückele/Ponticello (6km before Plätzwiese high plateau). There is limited parking spaces.
You cannot drive up to Plätzwiese high plateau with your motorhome. Parking spaces for motorhomes are very limited in the Pragser Tal valley. To reach Plätzwiese high plateau, you can park at P5 and then take the fee-based shuttle or hike up.
Arrival by public transport
Between 07.04.2026 and 05.06.2026, there will be no public transportation between Dobbiaco & Monguelfo and Plätzwiese high plateau.
Line 443 runs again from 06.06.2026.
Line 443 runs again from 06.06.2026.
Bus 443 (direction Plätzwiese) can be used with the Südtirol Guest Pass.
The Südtirol Pass is valid for the public bus 443 (direction Plätzwiese).
You can find all information about the bus departures and schedules here .
No, bicycles cannot be taken along.
Yes, it is possible to take animals with you. Animals pay a ticket. In all public transport and in the bus, dogs must be muzzled.
You can find information about it here.
Yes, the stops are barrier-free.
General information
You can find the currently open huts here.
It snows from the beginning of December. However, it can also start snowing earlier if temperatures are low.