Anello della Bullaccia (Puflatschrunde)

The Bullaccia, or Puflatsch, is a broad mountain above the Alpe di Siusi, known for its open meadows, Dolomite views and local witch legends.

Why it matters

The mountain's flat summit forms the northern edge of the Alpe di Siusi and offers a distinctive contrast with the surrounding Dolomite peaks. Local folklore connects the area with witches and storm legends, particularly the stone formations known as the Witches' Benches.

What to notice

Porphyry blocks called the Witches' Benches resemble seats and are linked to stories about witches surveying the plateau. The Wetterkreuz cross and the Engelrast panorama platform are other features of the high ground. The summit's open meadows provide views toward the Sciliar, the Stubai Alps and the Gardena valley.

Context and history

The Bullaccia has long been a prominent landmark on the Alpe di Siusi. Its stones and summit features accumulated local legends, tied to the wider folklore of storms and witches around the Sciliar massif. Later infrastructure and marked trails made the area part of the plateau's managed tourism landscape.