The winter hike from Lake Karer to the Häusler Sam alpine inn is a true natural experience. Right from the start, the snow-covered Lake Karer impresses with its magical winter silence. The path leads through quiet forests, over gentle snowfields, and repeatedly opens up stunning views of the impressive Rosengarten. Away from the bustle, this hike invites you to breathe deeply, marvel, and enjoy. At the destination, you will find the cozy Häusler Sam alpine inn with warm South Tyrolean hospitality and regional specialties. An ideal route for families, leisure hikers, and all who want to feel the magic of the winter forest.
The hike begins at the Lake Karer parking lot. From there, an underpass leads under the road; then follow the path to the right along Lake Karer.
Soon you reach path [8], which leads towards Obereggen. Follow this wide, groomed winter path through the snow-covered forest.
After about 30–40 minutes, the path [S] – the Sam path – branches off to the right. This leads with a gentle ascent to the Häusler Sam alpine inn.
For the return, take the same path back to the starting point.
The starting point of the route is easily and conveniently accessible by public transport.
By public bus line:
- 180 from Bolzano, Birchabruck, Welschnofen
- 180 from Fassa Valley, Karer Pass, Lake Karer
- 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: Lake Karer. Online timetable search on South Tyrol Mobil: www.suedtirolmobil.info
The starting point of the route is easily and conveniently accessible by public transport.
By public bus line:
- 180 from Bolzano, Birchabruck, Welschnofen
- 180 from Fassa Valley, Karer Pass, Lake Karer
- 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: Lake Karer. Online timetable search on South Tyrol Mobil: www.suedtirolmobil.info
By car:
Destination: Lake Karer
Parking: Lake Karer parking lot
Parking: Lake Karer parking lot (paid), https://goo.gl/maps/w4SVXQJJyxtUaLdUA