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Plummy

Barbian plum trail

From countless plum trees to beautiful views: This walk is a true delight especially when the flowers are blooming in April and May!

The plum trail got its name from the plums trees that grow along the route. On the way, one can find interesting facts on boards about the plum of Barbian/Barbiano .
The two-hour hike is particulary beautiful in April an May, during the plum plossom period. But also in summer and autumn, this trail offers a wonderful view.

General description:
From the place near the church we go to the lower zone of the village. During the hike we pass an air crossing, the Frühaufhof and Haus Urban. We go on to the upper village and at the end we come back to our initial point. On the way we can find some interesting explanation and presentation boards.Particularly suitable for families.

Difficulty: easy theme hike
Route length: 4 km
Walking time:
about 2 hours
Especially beautiful in the spring during the flowering period!
Theme trail recommended route Theme trail  · South Tyrol Open

Trail of the plum of Barbian/Barbiano

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Klausen, Barbian, Villanders, Feldthurns
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Map / Trail of the plum of Barbian/Barbiano

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    Family-friendly circular walk through Barbian with information boards about the local plum and its cultivation.
    Open
    easy
    Distance 2.3 km
    0:43 h
    111 m
    111 m
    871 m
    760 m

    The Barbian Plum Trail is a family-friendly circular route leading through the lower and upper parts of the village. Along the way, information boards provide interesting facts about the Barbian plum, its cultivation and its importance to the village.

    The walk follows village roads and paved paths through the cultivated landscape surrounding Barbian. The route passes Feltuner, the Wetterkreuz cross and several farms, offering beautiful views of the village and its surroundings.

    This short circular route is particularly suitable for families and anyone wishing to discover Barbian on a leisurely walk. Check the current trail conditions before setting off and be aware that some sections follow roads.

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    Klausen, Barbian, Villanders, Feldthurns 
    Difficulty
    easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

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    Highest point
    871 m
    Lowest point
    760 m
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    The circular walk starts in the village square of Barbian. From there, follow the signs for the “Plum Trail” towards the lower part of the village. The route passes Feltuner and continues to the Wetterkreuz cross. Along the way, several information boards provide interesting facts about the Barbian plum, its cultivation and its importance to the village.

    From Wetterkreuz, the trail climbs past the Stich and Frühaufhof farms. Cross the road and continue uphill near Haus Urban until you reach a junction.

    At the junction, keep right and follow the Plum Trail signs through the upper part of the village. From there, the route leads back to the starting point in the centre of Barbian.

    Trail conditions:
    The circular route mainly follows paved village roads and access roads, with some sections on field and meadow paths. Parts of the route run alongside roads, so children should be supervised carefully. Sturdy footwear is recommended. Unpaved sections can become slippery in wet conditions.

    Starting and finishing point: Barbian village square
    Distance: approximately 2.3 km
    Walking time: approximately 45 minutes, excluding longer stops at the information boards
    Ascent: approximately 111 m
    Descent: approximately 111 m
    Highest point: approximately 871 m
    Difficulty: easy
    Trail markers: no continuous numbering; follow the “Plum Trail” signs
    Refreshment stops: several restaurants and cafés in the centre of Barbian
    Suitable for pushchairs: yes, although some sections are steeper

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    Public transport

    Busline 346 Chiusa - Ponte Gardena - Barbiano

    Directions

    Leave the motorway at Klausen/Chiusa. Follow the state street of Brenner/Brennero (SS12) in direction of Bozen/Bolzano or Waidbruck/Ponte Gardena. After ca. 6 km you arrive Waidbruck/Ponte Gardena and from that point you have to take the slip road in the right direction. Follow the street and after ca. 4 km you will arrive at Barbian/Barbiano.

    Parking

    Parking is available nearby.

    Coordinates

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    46.602887, 11.519724
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    46°36'10.4"N 11°31'11.0"E
    UTM
    32T 692974 5164120
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    Difficulty
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    Overall difficulty
    easy

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    Distance
    2.3 km
    Duration
    0:43 h
    Ascent
    111 m
    Descent
    111 m
    Highest point
    871 m
    Lowest point
    760 m
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