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Hiking tour Sprons lakes plateau
Short description
Finnish atmosphere in the high alpine region: the mosaic of lakes in the Texel Group
Description
Mountain lakes as far as the eye can see! Experienced and sure-footed hikers can go on a unique mountain lake "safari" near Meran.
Starting point of the tour
Vellau above Algund
Destination point of the tour
Spronser Lakes
Route description
We take a curious basket lift from the hamlet of Vellau to the Leitneralm at 1,522 metres. Our hike begins on trail no. 24 towards the Hochgang mountain hut. Once there, we take the steep trail no. 7 up to an altitude of 2,441 metres to the Hochgangscharte. Caution! - The ascent is via ladders and iron chains and is definitely only suitable for experienced hikers with a head for heights. Once at the top, the view of the emerald-green water jewels Langsee, Grünsee and Mückensee opens up. We walk along the shores of the lakes and take the turn-off at Grünsee to trail no. 22, which leads to Kasersee and Pfitschersee lakes. Finally, we hike over steep serpentines to the Pfitschersattel and on trail no. 25 back to the Leitner Alm.
Trail signs
24, 7, 22, 25
Equipment
Sturdy hiking boots, rain protection
Directions
Meran-Bozen motorway, Algund exit
Parking
In the village centre of Algund
Tip by the author
The Sprons Lakes form the largest high alpine lake district in South Tyrol - a unique mountain landscape.
Type of trail
Length 11.8 km
Author
Editorial team south-tirol.com