The “Munich-Venice Dream Trail” rethought: as a hiking trilogy in stages from the Bavarian capital to the Venetian lagoon.
28 stages lead him into the Isar Valley, through the Bavarian Alpine foothills into the imposing Karwendel mountains, over the main Alpine ridge and on through the Dolomites. The long ascent is followed by the descent in northern Italy and a varied hike through Treviso to the destination: St. Mark’s Square in Venice.
“Munich-Venice Dream Trail”: a classic among Alpine crossings
Graßler has 550 kilometers and almost 3,000 meters of altitude behind him and talks enthusiastically about his experiences. In his book “On foot across the Alps”, published in 1977, he describes his route — and soon hiking enthusiasts are following his paths.
The “Munich-Venice Dream Trail” is now one of the most beautiful Alpine crossings and is completed by several hundred to thousands of hikers every year. However, anyone who knows the route also knows that the Graßlers Traumpfad demands a lot — not only physically, but also in terms of comfort. Overnight stays (not always legal) in tents or shared rooms with communal bathrooms and the search for dry socks in a stuffed rucksack. Pure adventure — if you like that sort of thing. For comfort-lovers and pleasure hikers, however, there is not enough relaxation.
New comfort option with overnight stay in a hotel
This is exactly where Feuer und Eis Touristik comes in and rewrites the “Munich-Venice Dream Trail” chapter. From the 2026 season, the iconic Alpine crossing will be offered in a new, comfortable version: with carefully selected hotels, reliable luggage transfer and an all-round carefree package that perfectly combines enjoyment and experience.
Numerous highlights between Marienplatz and St. Mark’s Square
Of course, the highlights of the original are retained. The majestic scenery around the turquoise-blue Schlegeis reservoir, the historic Pfitscherjoch, the mystical Pragser Wildsee lake or the breathtaking panorama of the Dolomites near Cortina d’Ampezzo. And the original destination — St. Mark’s Square in Venice — is still the grand finale of the trip. The most emotional moment of the entire tour awaits there: the first dip of tired feet in the warm Adriatic sea water. With every wave, the pride of having crossed the Alps on foot washes through your body.
If you don’t have three weeks for this Alpine crossing, you can still go on tour with our “Hiking Trilogy”. At Feuer und Eis, we have divided the “Dream Trail” into three independent sections that can be booked individually or as a package:
- Munich — Zillertal: From the urban starting point of Munich through the gentle Isar Valley into the alpine heart of Tyrol.
- Zillertal — Cortina d’Ampezzo: Over the main Alpine ridge into the Dolomites — spectacular views guaranteed.
- Cortina — Venice: From the peaks of northern Italy to the sea in the Venetian lagoon.
So everyone can decide for themselves how intense the experience should be: an adventure week in the mountains or the complete crossing of the Alps — stage by stage. Our insider tip: Spread over three summers is the best way to enjoy this impressive experience.
Adventure and enjoyment combined
The hike is nothing more — but also nothing less — than a carefree immersion in nature and an unforgettable journey across the Alps and also to yourself. Because it is not about doing without, but about awareness — for the path, nature and your own steps.
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