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LATEMAR.RELAX: Family-hike on the snail-trail

Deutschnofen
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Difficulty
Easy
Activity time
2:00
Duration in hours
Distance
5.6
Distance in km
WSEN
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Easy family hike on the Snail Trail with nature stops & cozy mountain huts – perfect for young explorers and anyone who loves relaxed mountain moments.
The Latemar.Relax hike on the Snail Trail offers families a gentle and relaxing nature experience in a peaceful mountain setting. The easy trail winds through varied meadows and open forests, featuring thoughtfully designed nature stations that invite curiosity and discovery. Children especially benefit from interactive activities that teach about local flora and fauna in a playful way. Cozy mountain huts along the route provide perfect spots for breaks with delicious regional dishes. This hike is ideal for families and anyone seeking a calm, enjoyable walk amid the breathtaking Dolomite scenery.
Route info
Easy
Distance
5,6 km
Activity time
2 h 00 min
Ascent
329 m
Descent
329 m
Physical effort
Scenary
Highest point
1.822 m
Lowest point
1.522 m
Directions

The hike starts at the lower parking lot in Obereggen, approximately 1,530 m above sea level. Follow trail [11], which gently winds through light forest and meadows. Then continue on trail [10] to the Epircher Laner Alm at about 1,620 m, a cozy spot to rest and enjoy mountain views.

Return on trail [9], which leads back comfortably down to Obereggen valley.

Duration: approx. 3 hours
Elevation difference: approx. 290 meters
Rest stops: Platzl Mountain Lounge/Loox, Epircher Laner Alm

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

By public bus line:
- 181 and change 184 from Bozen | Bolzano
- 180 and change 184 from Karersee | Carezza, Karerpass | Passo Costalunga, Welschnofen | Nova Levante
- 184 from Weissenstein | Pietralba, Petersberg | Monte San Pietro, Deutschnofen | Nova Ponente
- 184 Birchabruck | Ponte Nova
- 182 and change 184 from Steinegg | Collepietra, Gummer | San Valentino

Bus stop: Obereggen; online bus timetables: www.suedtirolmobil.info/en/
How to get there

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

By public bus line:
- 181 and change 184 from Bozen | Bolzano
- 180 and change 184 from Karersee | Carezza, Karerpass | Passo Costalunga, Welschnofen | Nova Levante
- 184 from Weissenstein | Pietralba, Petersberg | Monte San Pietro, Deutschnofen | Nova Ponente
- 184 Birchabruck | Ponte Nova
- 182 and change 184 from Steinegg | Collepietra, Gummer | San Valentino

Bus stop: Obereggen; online bus timetables: www.suedtirolmobil.info/en/

By car:
Destination: Obereggen
Parking: parking lot Obereggen

Where to park
Destination: Obereggen
Parking: parking lot Obereggen
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