Randonnée circulaire du lac de Carezza à l'alpage de Franzin

This scenic circular hike starts at Lake Carezza (1550 m), one of the most picturesque alpine lakes in the Dolomites. From the parking lot, the trail crosses a suspension bridge, following forest path [6] to the historic grain mill at the foot of the Catinaccio massif. The route then continues along trail [9] to the Hotel Moseralm (1576 m), gradually ascending to the Kaiserstein parking lot on the road Nigerstraße | Via Nigra. From there, trail [6C] leads directly to the hut Franzin Alm, a perfect spot to relax and enjoy traditional local dishes. After a well-deserved break, the hike continues along a short section of the road Nigerstraße | Via Nigra towards Karerpass | Passo Costalunga. The return route passes through the Carezza settlement, first following König-Laurin-Straße | Via Rel Laurino, then along Rotwandstraße | Via Croda Rossa and Christomannosstraße | Via Christomannos. Below the Angerle Alm riding center, the path follows the scenic Schönblickweg | Via Bellavista and trail [6] back to Lake Carezza.

Tip: From the Kaiserstein parking lot, a 10-minute walk along trail [9B] leads to the striking Kaiserstein rock (1801). Named after Empress Elisabeth "Sissi", who once visited the site, the rock now features a wooden staircase leading to a panoramic viewpoint. It is also a popular spot for rock climbing enthusiasts.

Refreshment stops:

• Sea Bistro at Lake Carezza - Opening hours and closing day: https://eggental.com/en/info/sea-bistro_5234
• Franzin Alm hut - Opening hours and closing day: https://eggental.com/en/info/franzin-alm_5270

By public bus line:
- 180 from Bozen | Bolzano, Birchabruck | Ponte Nova
- 180 or 184 from Karerpass | Passo Costalunga
- 184 from Weissenstein | Pietralba, Petersberg | Monte San Pietro, Deutschnofen | Nova Ponente, Stenk (or 181 and change 180)
- 184 from Obereggen, Eggen | Ega (or 184 and change 180)
- 187 from Steinegg | Collepietra, Gummer | San Valentino (or 182 and change 180)
- 180 from Val di Fassa

Bus stop: Karer See | Lago di Carezza. Online timetable search at www.suedtirolmobil.info/en/

Parking: Parking lot Karer See | Lago di Carezza (with costs): https://goo.gl/maps/w4SVXQJJyxtUaLdUA