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Hiking

Dolomites World Heritage Geotrail II - stage 2: from the Lavazèjoch Pass to the Karer Pass

Scenic hike from Lavazè Pass to Karer Pass below Latemar – ideal for geology lovers and experienced mountain hikers.
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This stage of the Dolomites World Heritage Geotrail leads through one of the most fascinating landscapes in the Dolomites – from the scenic Lavazè Pass to the legendary Karer Pass. The route winds beneath the mighty Latemar peaks, through peaceful forests, wide alpine meadows, and dramatic scree basins that tell the geological story of this unique region.

A perfect hike for experienced walkers looking for solitude, panoramic views, and a deeper connection to nature. Whether you're a geology enthusiast or simply in love with mountain landscapes, this trail will leave a lasting impression.

Itinerary

From Lavazè Pass, follow the main road northwards towards Rauth for about 400 metres. Opposite the “Lavazè” signboard, turn left onto trail [9] (Perlenweg) towards Reiterjoch Pass.

At the pass, turn left to stay on the Perlenweg and cross the road until the next fork. Keep right on trail [23] towards Mayrl Alm. Shortly before the hut, turn right onto trail [23A] and follow the forest road until a right-hand bend, where trail [22] branches off to the left.

Trail [22] leads beneath the Latemar massif through dramatic alpine scenery. Stay on [22] at all crossings until you reach a large scree basin below the Erzlahnscharte saddle (Geostop C).

A short descent leads to a forest road; continue on trail [22] through sparse woodland. After joining a natural track, turn left onto trail [21A], then right onto [9], and continue on trail [8] (Templ Trail) towards Lake Carezza (Geostop D).

Follow the lake trail briefly, then turn right at the fork onto trail [12]. Continue to Mittersee Trail, turn right again ([12]), circle the small lake, and follow the road to a junction near the main road to Karer Pass.

At the final fork, go left briefly, then turn right onto trail [13], which becomes [21] and leads directly to Karer Pass – the end of this stage.

Distance 21.9 Km
Duration 6h:49 min
Ascent 708 m
Descent 765 m
Highest point 2171 m
Lowest point 1498 m
Details

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

By public bus line:
- 180 or 181 from Bozen | Bolzano
- 180 or 184 from Karersee | Lago di Carezza, Karerpass | Passo Costalunga, Welschnofen | Nova Levante
- 184 from Birchabruck | Ponte Nova, Stenk, Eggen | Ega, Obereggen
- 184 from Weissenstein | Pietralba, Petersberg |Monte San Pietro, Deutschnofen | Nova Ponente  
- 182 from Steinegg | Collepietra, Gummer | San Valentino
- 180 from Val di Fassa
Bus stop: Lavazèjoch | Passo Lavazè; online timetable search at www.suedtirolmobil.info/en/
Meeting point: Lavazèjoch | Passo Lavazè: https://goo.gl/maps/UwWfytu3jmCJTRhM6

Directions

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

By public bus line:
- 180 or 181 from Bozen | Bolzano
- 180 or 184 from Karersee | Lago di Carezza, Karerpass | Passo Costalunga, Welschnofen | Nova Levante
- 184 from Birchabruck | Ponte Nova, Stenk, Eggen | Ega, Obereggen
- 184 from Weissenstein | Pietralba, Petersberg |Monte San Pietro, Deutschnofen | Nova Ponente  
- 182 from Steinegg | Collepietra, Gummer | San Valentino
- 180 from Val di Fassa
Bus stop: Lavazèjoch | Passo Lavazè; online timetable search at www.suedtirolmobil.info/en/
Meeting point: Lavazèjoch | Passo Lavazè: https://goo.gl/maps/UwWfytu3jmCJTRhM6

By car: Destination: Lavazèjoch | Passo Lavazè
Parking: parking lot Lavazèjoch | Passo Lavazè
Meeting point: Lavazèjoch | Passo Lavazè: https://goo.gl/maps/UwWfytu3jmCJTRhM6

Parking
Parking: parking lot Lavazèjoch | Passo Lavazè
Starting point: Lavazèjoch | Passo Lavazè (https://goo.gl/maps/h7wC4Yzs2dZFQqXh7)
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