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    Plätzwiese high plateau

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    To Plätzwiese high plateau

    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.

    Info about the Plätzwiese high plateau toll road:

    In the period from 05.05.2025 to 23.05.2025, extensive maintenance work will be carried out on the road and the hiking trail to Plätzwiese high plateau. During this time, the road and hiking trails no. 37 and no. 18 will be closed. The Plätzwiese high plateau can only be reached from Schluderbach or via the Knappenfußtal.

    Please note that all huts on the Plätzwiese high plateau will be taking a short break during this period and will then be available for you again as usual.

    Info about the Pragser Tal valley:

    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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    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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    Arrival in spring

    Information on the general traffic regulations

    The street to Plätzwiese high plateau is close from 05.05.2025 to 23.05.2025.

    From 01.04.2025 until 07.06.2025 there will be no traffic regulation for Plätzwiese high plateau. The Plätzwiese high plateau parking lot can be accessed at any time and is  subject to charges.

    There is a year-round ban on the passage of private buses and motor homes (campers).

    Toll for driving up to the Plätzwiese high plateau:
    - Cars up to max. 9 seats € 10.00
    - Motorbikes 8,00 €
    - Persons with a disabled pass € 7.00
     

    Toll for driving up to the Plätzwiese high plateau after 3 pm:
    - Cars up to max. 9 seats € 7.00
    - Motorbikes € 6.00
    - Persons with a disabled pass € 5.00

    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

    The street to Plätzwiese high plateau is close from 05.05.2025 to 23.05.2025.

    There are car parks in Brückele/Ponticello. Fees apply. From 01.04.2025 until 07.06.2025 there will be no traffic regulation for Platzwiese high plateau. 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.

    Arrival by public transport

    From 01.04.2025 until 07.06.2025 there will be no bus connection to Plätzwiese high plateau.

    Bus 443 can be used with the guest cards.

    The Südtirol Pass is valid for the public bus 443.

    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 this 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.

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