Anterselva di Sopra – Biathlon, Mountain Trails and Culture

When searching for a hotel in Anterselva di Sopra, you can choose between different travel themes: nature by the lake, hiking, biathlon, mountain biking and cultural heritage. The settlement’s layout provides its own distinctive setting, while the trails explore a range of landscape and cultural themes.

A scattered settlement at the end of the Antholz Valley

Anterselva di Sopra, also called Antholz Obertal, is the last village in the Antholz Valley, at 1,530 m. It is a scattered settlement extending from Antholz Mittertal to Lake Antholz and comprising several farms and houses. Rather than one compact village centre, the settlement is characterised by individual farms and houses. This description helps you understand the destination as an extended village between the places mentioned. When planning your trip, you can then consider whether to focus more on trails, sport or culture.

Hiking trails and nature by the lake

In the area around Anterselva di Sopra, the Lake Antholz nature trail has sixteen stations. They cover features of the natural environment and other interesting aspects of the lake. Those interested in the landscape and its themes will find a trail here that combines nature education with the lake. The 2-Seen-Blick hike offers another way to experience the surroundings: it leads to a viewpoint overlooking Lake Antholz, Obersee at Staller Sattel and the mountains of the Rieserferner group.

Other hiking destinations differ in their routes and elevations. The hike to Rieserfernerhütte leads via Schwörzalm and Gemsbichljoch to the hut at 2,791 m. An old military road leads to Grüblalm at 2,038 m; the mountain pasture is not serviced. From there, you can climb to Grüblscharte at 2,394 m via a series of switchbacks. For these hikes, check the local high-alpine conditions. It is also advisable to check the current trail conditions before setting out on the 2-Seen-Blick hike.

Biathlon, mountain biking and cultural heritage

The “Olympic Arena South Tyrol” biathlon and cross-country skiing centre in Antholz Obertal is a venue for the Biathlon World Cup. Another specific option for active visitors is the 9.4 km Biathlon South Tyrol Arena Round mountain-bike route, which starts in Anterselva di Sopra. The information describes two distinct activities: the centre is dedicated to biathlon and cross-country skiing, while the circular route is a mountain-bike trail.

The cultural trails also offer different points of interest. The “Tränkabachl” Mill Trail follows the Tränkabachl stream and passes restored mills, old fences and traditional dry-stone walls. Information boards and a digital trail companion provide details about the history and cultural heritage of the region. The St. Joseph’s Chapel in Anterselva di Sopra is another historic stop: it was built in 1815 and is also known as Steinzger-Stöckl.

Getting to the lake

Bus route 431 runs from Olang-Antholz railway station to Lake Antholz; the lakeside circular trail starts there. Check the route’s seasonal timetable before travelling. This connection may be useful when planning a visit to the lake, while the hiking and mountain-biking information describes separate routes and destinations.

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For the overarching travel overview: Bolzano.