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Family hike from Niger Pass to the Messnerjoch Alm hut

Karersee, Welschnofen
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Difficulty
Easy
Activity time
1:16
Duration in hours
Distance
3.9
Distance in km
Suggested period
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Easy, stroller-friendly hike from Niger Pass to the Messnerjoch Hut beneath the Rosengarten - with views of the Dolomites, South Tyrolean cuisine, and a playground.
This family-friendly hike starts at Niger Pass and runs along a wide, easily walkable forest road through an idyllic wooded area. The destination of the route is the scenic Messnerjoch Hut, located directly beneath the majestic Rosengarten on an alpine meadow. Once there, the hut invites you to stay a while - with wonderful views of the Dolomites, typical South Tyrolean hospitality, and a playground for the little hikers.
Tags
  • Suitable for strollers
  • Out and back
  • Family-friendly
Route info
Easy
Distance
3,9 km
Activity time
1 h 16 min
Ascent
242 m
Descent
242 m
Physical effort
Scenary
Highest point
1.925 m
Lowest point
1.683 m
Suggestions

Refreshment opportunity at Alm hut Messnerjoch - opening hours and day of rest: https://eggental.com/de/infos/almhtte-messnerjoch_5238

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