Knottnkino from Avelengo

DESCRIPTION
Between Nature and Cinema sitting at Knottnkino.
We are in the suggestive area of Merano, and the objective of this excursion is to visit the Knottnkino. Knott in South Tyrolean dialect means rocks, therefore translatable as Cinema on the rocks. This work is the result of the artist Franz Messner from Renon, who placed 30 solid chairs made of steel and chestnut wood on the rock dome of the Rotstein Knott. From this high point, you can enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of the Adige Valley, Lana, the Merano area and the majestic surrounding mountain groups.
This large outdoor cinema offers hikers the opportunity to sit and contemplate the beauty of nature in its many facets, from the first light of dawn to the picturesque sunset. After delighting the spirit with this unique experience, we head towards Malga Leadner to enjoy a delicious snack, thus completing this memorable day in the splendid Merano area in a delicious way.

ITINERARY
From Avelengo (1274 m), follow trail sign number 12, which subsequently becomes 12A. At the next crossroads, continue along the route indicated by number 11 until you reach the charming Weberhof farm. Here, take the path marked Knottnkino, which leads to the panoramic point offering a magnificent view of Verano. Not far away, you reach Knottnkino (1430 m), a real Cinema on the rocks. You return near the Weberhof farm and continue on path number 11 to reach the Leadner Alm (1514 m). Subsequently, you go back a short distance and take path 16, which takes you back to Avelengo.

EXCURSION DATE
December 10, 2023

STARTING POINT
Avelengo

REFRESHMENT POINT
Malga Leadner

AUTHOR’S SUGGESTIONS
From a photographic point of view, Knottnkino is particularly fascinating at sunset, when the evening sun gives the red rocks a magical glow, enveloping the place in an extraordinarily special atmosphere.

SAFETY TIPS
The viability of the proposed itinerary, like all mountain morphology, is subject to environmental changes due to natural events and weather conditions. Therefore, before leaving, consult the competent tourist offices and / or the refuges of reference.
Our GPX tracks are only indicative, that is, the route was carried out at best with the conditions of the trails and weather of that day. So always consider what to do on site.
Also remember to evaluate the route based on your physical abilities, training and the equipment you have.
You should leave someone the route you intend to do told.
Remember that the emergency number is 112.

EQUIPMENT
It is recommended to have the appropriate equipment for the route, weather conditions and season: windproof and / or rain jacket, map and / or GPS device, goggles, sunscreen, boots, first aid kit, specific clothing, gloves, backpack with food and drink.

RECOMMENDED MAPS
Tabacco 011 Merano e dintorni

INTERESTING LINKS
https://www.merano-suedtirol.it/it/avelengo-verano-merano-2000.html

HOW TO ARRIVE
From Bolzano SS38 “MEBO” to Sinigo. Here you take the SP17 on the right, then the SP8 and finally the SP98 up to Avelengo.

PARKING AREA
Avelengo for a fee
GPS coordinates: 46.644076, 11.225163

Parcheggio ad Avelengo

Si segue il sentiero n 12

Si segue una strada forestale

Breve tratto sulla strada asfaltata

Si rientra nel bosco

Arrivati al bivio per Knottnkino

Ci siamo quasi

Anfiteatro scavato nella roccia rossa

Croce lignea

Arrivati al Knottnkino

Vista verso Merano

Manca poco alla Malga Leadner

Arrivati alla Malga Leadner

Si rientra

Ultimo tratto di strada per Avelengo