Oberplars - Saxner path - Vellau - Kienegger path - Oberplars
Duration: 4h 30
Length: 9,45 km
Difficulty: Medium
Altitude uphill: 612 hm
Altitude downhill: 827 hm
Highest point: 1107 m
Starting point: Oberplars
Municipality: Lagundo
During this hike you have a breathtaking view of Algund and Partschins.
Public transport
By bus line 235 to Oberplars-Algund.
General description
The moderately difficult Saxnerweg leads from Partschins to Vellau. The small fraction on the sunny slope of Algund is looking forward to welcoming you!
Enjoy the magnificent view over Merano up to Bolzano, from the Ortler massif to the Dolomites.
Enjoy the magnificent view over Merano up to Bolzano, from the Ortler massif to the Dolomites.
Route description
Take the Vellau bus to Oberplars or hike via Mitter- and Oberplars to the Saxnerhof. The Kieneggerweg (sign) turns to the left from the Saxnerpath 26A and leads you with a steep ascent through the forest to the mountain restaurant Kienegger (1,101 metres) - just above Vellau (beautiful views). Return journey on path 26 to Vellau, then by bus to Algund centre or by chair lift to Mitterplars.
Public transport
By bus line 235 to Oberplars-Algund.
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