Circular hike from Karer See to Franzin Alm

This varied circular hike starts at Karer See (1550 m), one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in the Dolomites. From the parking lot, the path leads over a suspension bridge onto the forest path [6], which leads to the historic grain mill below the Rosengarten. Then follow path [9] to Moseralm (1576 m) and gently ascend to the Kaiserstein parking lot (1741 m) on the Niger road. From there, trail [6C] leads directly to Franzin Alm, which invites you to linger and enjoy regional delicacies in an idyllic setting. Well strengthened, a short section along the Niger road follows towards Karer Pass. Afterwards, it goes through the Karersee settlement back to the starting point. The return route initially leads over König-Laurin-Straße, then along Rotwandstraße and Christomannosstraße. Below the Angerle Alm riding center, it goes over the picturesque Schönblickweg and trail [6] back to Karer See.

Tip: Those who follow trail [9B] for about 10 minutes from the Kaiserstein parking lot will reach the impressive Kaiserstein (1801 m). The imposing rock block was named after Empress Elisabeth "Sissi", who once visited this place. Today a wooden staircase leads up from where a fantastic view offers itself – the rock is also a popular spot for climbing enthusiasts.

Opportunities for refreshments:

• Sea Bistro at Karer See - opening hours and day of rest: https://eggental.com/de/infos/sea-bistro_5234
• Franzin Alm - opening hours and day of rest: https://eggental.com/de/infos/franzin-alm_5270

The starting point of the route is easy and convenient to reach by public transport.

By public bus line:
- 180 from Bolzano, Birchabruck, Welschnofen
- 180 from Fassa Valley, Karer Pass, Karer See
- 184 from Weissenstein, Petersberg, Deutschnofen, Stenk with transfer to 180 (or: 181 and transfer to 180)
- 184 from Obereggen, Eggen with transfer to 180 (or: 184 and transfer to 180)
- 186 from St. Zyprian, Niger Pass with transfer to 180
- 187 from Steinegg, Gummer with transfer to 180 (or: 182 and transfer to 180)

Stop: Karer See. Online timetable search on South Tyrol Mobil: www.suedtirolmobil.info

The starting point of the route is easy and convenient to reach by public transport.

By public bus line:
- 180 from Bolzano, Birchabruck, Welschnofen
- 180 from Fassa Valley, Karer Pass, Karer See
- 184 from Weissenstein, Petersberg, Deutschnofen, Stenk with transfer to 180 (or: 181 and transfer to 180)
- 184 from Obereggen, Eggen with transfer to 180 (or: 184 and transfer to 180)
- 186 from St. Zyprian, Niger Pass with transfer to 180
- 187 from Steinegg, Gummer with transfer to 180 (or: 182 and transfer to 180)

Stop: Karer See. Online timetable search on South Tyrol Mobil: www.suedtirolmobil.info

By car: 
Destination: Karersee
Parking: Karer See parking lot