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Hike to the huts Schönrast - Schmieder - Lahner

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Difficulty

Difficult

Activity time

4:30

Duration in hours

Distance

15.5

Distance in km

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Hike from Petersberg to Schönrast, Schmieder and Lahner Alpine huts – a scenic tour through flower-filled meadows, perfect for nature lovers and families.

This scenic circular hike begins in the charming village of Petersberg and leads through gentle meadows, light forests, and to three traditional alpine huts: Schönrast, Schmieder, and Lahner. The route offers a perfect mix of natural beauty, panoramic views of the Dolomites, and welcoming huts serving local South Tyrolean cuisine. In summer, the alpine pastures are in full bloom, adding vibrant color to the landscape. This family-friendly, well-marked trail is ideal for nature lovers, leisure hikers, and anyone seeking peace and authenticity in the mountains.

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Route info

Difficult

Distance

15,5 km

Activity time

4 h 30 min

Ascent

491 m

Descent

491 m

Physical effort

Scenary

Highest point

1.728 m

Lowest point

1.380 m

Directions

The hike starts in Petersberg (approx. 1,380 m). From the village center, follow trail [1] uphill through meadows and forest to the Maria Weißenstein pilgrimage site (approx. 1,521 m) – a perfect stop for a short visit or break.

From Maria Weißenstein, continue on the European long-distance trail [E5], passing through beautiful alpine pastures to reach the Schönrast Alm (approx. 1,690 m), with stunning views of the Latemar and Rosengarten. The trail then leads to the Schmieder Alm (approx. 1,720 m), set in a sunny clearing.

Follow the Gorzsteig trail downhill to the Lahner Alm (approx. 1,580 m), where you can enjoy local dishes and mountain views. Return via trail [5], rejoin the [E5], and follow the known route back to Maria Weißenstein and Petersberg.

The full loop covers about 13 km, is of moderate difficulty, and takes approximately 4.5 hours to complete.

public transportation

Getting to the starting point of the tour by public transport is easy and convenient:

By public transport:
- 181 from Bozen | Bolzano
- 181 or 184 from Birchabruck | Ponte Nova, Stenk
- 180 or 184 from Karerpass | Passo Costalunga, Karersee | Lago di Carezza, Welschnofen | Nova Levante
- 184 from Eggen | Ega, Obereggen
- 181 or 184 from Deutschnofen | Nova Ponente, Weissenstein | Pietralba
- 182 from Steinegg | Collepietra, Gummer | San Valentino
- 180 from Val di Fassa

Bus stop: Petersberg, Abzw. Weiss. | Monte San Pietro, bv. Pietr.; online timetable search at: www.suedtirolmobil.info/en/
Meeting point: Petersberg | Monte San Pietro: https://goo.gl/maps/UoVi7fpngnu32N2U9

How to get there

By car:
Destination: Petersberg | Pietralba
Parking: parking lot opposite the inn Weber directly after the turn-off to Weissenstein | Pietralba
Meeting point: Petersberg | Monte San Pietro: https://goo.gl/maps/UoVi7pngnu32N2U9

Where to park

Parking: parking lot opposite the inn Weber directly after the turn-off to Weissenstein | Pietralba Meeting point: Petersberg | Monte San Pietro: https://goo.gl/maps/UoVi7pngnu32N2U9

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