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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:
From 06.06.2026 to 08.11.2026, access to Plätzwiese high plateau is only possible by paying a toll.
Access is possible for a maximum of 100 cars & the following regulations apply:
- 06.062026 - 30.06.2026 and 16.09.2026 - 08.11.2026:
- Until 10 a.m. and from 3 p.m.
- 01.07.2026 - 15.09.2026:
- Until 9 a.m. and from 4 p.m.
- From Brückele/Ponticello: until 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Departure is permitted at any time.
Info about the Pragser Tal valley:
There are currently no traffic restrictions (except toll road Plätzwiese high plateau) in the Pragser Tal valley. No online reservation is necessary. The Pragser Tal valley can be reached at any time.
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Information on the general traffic regulations
From 06.06.2026 to 08.11.2026, access to Plätzwiese high plateau is only possible by paying a toll.
Access is possible for a maximum of 100 cars & the following regulations apply:
- 06.062026 - 30.06.2026 and 16.09.2026 - 08.11.2026:
- Until 10 a.m. and from 3 p.m.
- 01.07.2026 - 15.09.2026:
- Until 9 a.m. and from 4 p.m.
Departure is permitted at any time.
There is a year-round ban on the passage of private buses and campers.
Toll for driving up to the Plätzwiese high plateau:
- Cars up to max. 9 seats € 10.00
- Vehicles 10 - 20 seats 30,00€
- Motorbikes 8,00 €
- Cars with person with a disabled pass € 7.00
From 15:00 the following tariffs apply:
- Cars up to max. 9 seats € 7.00
- Vehicles 10 - 20 seats 20,00€
- Motorbikes € 6.00
- Cars with person with a disability card € 5.00
The toll is always applied per car, not per person.
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
The following applies from 06.06.2026 to 08.11.2026:
Line 443 runs from Welsberg and Dobbiaco directly to Plätzwiese high plateau. Online reservations are not required. Tickets can be purchased on the bus. The tariffs for local public transport apply. Attention: Only payment with cash possible!
Bus 443 (direction Plätzwiese) can be used with the Südtirol Alto Adige Guest Pass.
The südtirolmobil 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.
General information winter
The cross - country trail on Plätzwiese high plateau is closed now. You can find all information on the cross coutry slopes here.
You can find all information about the winter hiking trails here.
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.