Carezza Lake Scenic Trails

Moderate to intermediate hiking options suitable for hikers with an average to good fitness level. The trails do not include technically difficult sections, although some days involve moderate climbs and descents. Daily walking ranges from 4 to 8 hours, with elevation gain between 340m/1115ft and 915m/3010ft per day. Many days offer alternative routes, shorter options and cable car support, allowing you to adjust the distance and difficulty according to your preference.

Not necessary, center-based hotel itinerary.

Public buses in this region are free to use with a hotel guest pass you must request during your check in process. Cable car transfers are not included in the trip price and must be paid on the spot. The private transfers on Day 4 are included in the trip price. Private transfers for other days can be set-up for a supplement.

Minimum 2 people.

6 days / 5 nights / 4 days of hiking.

Start

On Day 1, at hotel.

Finish

On Day 6, after breakfast and hotel check-out (~10am).

We are happy to book additional nights. Prices upon request.

Self-guided tour, without a human guide. We provide you with a digital travel packet that includes access to our smartphone guidance app, any vouchers and all the information you need to make your stay run smoothly. If you wish, we can provide you with a paper version of the travel packet with marked maps and travel pouch (with supplement). For any request for a paper travel packet: the files will be sent on site to the 1st hotel of the itinerary.

Standard category – 3* hotel in Nova Levante Hotel Central or Hotel Schönwald or equivalent.

Superior category – 4* hotel with SPA area in Nova Levante Romantik Hotel Post Weisses Rössl or Engel Gourmet and SPA hotel or equivalent.

Half-board accommodation at the hotels (Breakfast and Dinner) each night. Lunch is not included but can be easily arranged at mountain huts along the hikes or by preparing picnics with items from local grocery stores (depending on your hotel location). Packed lunches can also be requested in advance at the hotel and paid for on site. *Please let us know if you follow a special diet or have any food allergies so that we may inform the hotel.

Departure date at your convenience from the 01st of June until the 10th of October.

Appointment / Break-up

Trip Starting Destination

This tour starts in Nova Levante/Carezza/Passo Costalunga, Italy.

Trip Ending Destination

This tour ends in Nova Levante/Carezza/Passo Costalunga, Italy.

The nearest airports to Nova Levante and Carezza are Bolzano, Innsbruck and Verona. From any of these airports, you can continue your journey by train or bus.

• Bolzano Airport (BZO) – closest option From the airport, you can reach Bolzano’s bus station by bus (lines 10A or 10B; about 15 minutes), then continue with bus line 180 to Nova Levante, Carezza and Passo Costalunga: https://www.suedtirolmobil.info/it

• Innsbruck Airport (INN) You can take a train from Innsbruck to Bolzano (OBB trains: https://shop.oebbtickets.at/en/ticket). Once in Bolzano, take bus line 180 to Nova Levante / Carezza and Passo Costalunga: https://www.suedtirolmobil.info/it

• Verona Airport (VRN) From Verona Porta Nuova train station, take a train to Bolzano: https://www.trenitalia.com/it.html. Then take bus 180 to Nova Levante / Carezza and Passo Costalunga: https://www.suedtirolmobil.info/it

By Bus

For example, from Milan to Bolzano You can take a Flix Bus and then you can continue with bus line 180 to Nova Levante and Carezza. - Flix bus: https://www.flixbus.com/.

• 180 bus line: https://www.suedtirolmobil.info/it

By Train + bus

For example, from Milan to Bolzano (by train)

Take a train from Milan (e.g., Milano Centrale) to Bolzano/Bozen; both high-speed and regional trains operate on this route (approximately 3-4.5 hours, depending on the service): https://www.trenitalia.com/it.html

Upon arrival in Bolzano, you will reach the main train station, the central hub for onward travel to Nova Levante and Carezza.

From Bolzano to Nova Levante / Carezza (by bus)

From Bolzano’s train station, take bus line 180, which provides a direct connection to Nova Levante and Carezza: https://www.suedtirolmobil.info/it

The line offers convenient stops in the centre of Nova Levante, in Carezza, and near the lake and ski area.

By Car

To reach Nova Levante or Carezza by car, take the A22 Brenner motorway and exit at “Bolzano Nord / Val d’Ega”. After leaving the motorway, follow the signs for Val d’Ega (Eggental). The scenic road leads you first toward Nova Levante, and by continuing along the same route you will arrive in Carezza and the surrounding lake and ski area.

The following items are required for this trip unless otherwise noted. When packing, think layered clothing systems that work together and can be easily added or removed.

• Hiking Boots/Shoes – waterproof, sturdy molded sole, deep tread and ideally well broken in
  (Note: buy boots/shoes 1/2 size to 1 size larger than street shoes to allow for feet swelling and thicker socks)
• Hiking Socks – one pair for every day or two days of the trip. Hiking/Sport specific padded socks, no cotton please!
• Sun Hat – wide brimmed hat or baseball cap/bandana combo
• Warm Hat & Gloves – lightweight beanie and light-to-mid weight fleece or wool gloves
• Hiking Shirts – non-cotton, breathable short sleeve and/or long sleeve shirts
  (Note: long sleeve shirts provide better sun protection)
• Warm Top – mid-weight sweater or pullover of wicking material such as merino wool, fleece or polypropylene
• Mid Layer Insulating Jacket – down-fill or synthetic-fill insulated “puffy” jacket or warm, heavy weight fleece jacket
• Hiking Pants & Shorts – nylon pants AND shorts, zip-offs or leggings
• Base Layer/Long Underwear – 1 pair of wicking tops and bottoms that are lightweight to midweight, synthetic wicking materials such as polyester, polypropylene, merino wool, etc.
• Rain Gear – waterproof jacket and pants or high-quality poncho, breathable fabric such as Gore-Tex® or coated nylon. For the pants look for side zippers that will easily allow pulling them over footwear. A small umbrella can also be good.
• Casual Clothing & Footwear – comfortable clothes and shoes to wear in the evening after activities.

Important Note: Please, no cotton hiking clothes. Synthetic clothing is very efficient in drying quickly. Merino wool material clothing is also efficient in drying quickly, is comfortable to wear and has the advantage of not developing a bad odor after use.

• Backpack – a 30-45 Liter sized comfortable pack with a hip belt and waterproof cover for use day-to-day while hiking.
• Personal Luggage – small duffel bag, suitcase or backpack – for extra clothes and casual clothes. This bag stays at hotel.
• Hydration System – 2+ liters capacity, either water bottles or bladder/hose system and an additional back-up water bottle
• Trekking Poles – telescopic/adjustable poles to help reduce the impact on joints and support hikers in steep and/or rocky terrain. (Note: strongly recommended)
• Headlamp – preferably with an L.E.D. bulb that works with AA or AAA batteries
  (Note: always test headlamp before trips and travel/pack without batteries in device)
• Hiking Crampons – (especially for early and late season snow; less essential for high season)
• Picnic/Lunch Kit – knife, plate or bowl, box with closeable lid, utensils, etc.
• Phone & Charger – local sim card or international plan may be needed. Consider bringing a small power bank to use to recharge devices during trip activities.
• Waterproof Travel Case or Pouch – used to keep important documents (i.e. passport, health/travel insurance, etc.) & phone safe from weather/water
• Sunglasses, Sunscreen, & Lip Balm
• First Aid Kit – see first aid kit suggestions below in “other” section
• Personal Toilet Paper Kit – most public restrooms outside of lodging will have toilet paper available, but it is good to be prepared with a personal toilet paper kit to potentially use during portions of this tour. Along the trail, there may be the need to use natural settings for toilets (i.e. digging catholes, etc.) when there are no public toilets available. Kits should include toilet paper, wet wipes, sanitizer & sealable plastic bag(s) for carrying out used paper/wipes.
• Toiletries
• Contact Lenses & Glasses – if wearing contact lenses, please also bring back-up pair of glasses and contacts.
• Prescription Medication – with emergency back-up supply.
• Money – It is good to have some local currency; often smaller local businesses do not accept credit cards and/or prefer cash. Some public restrooms require small amounts of cash to use. If desired, tipping private drivers is acceptable and the average amount is just a few Euros per ride, but it is not expected and fully optional.

OPTIONAL ITEMS:

• 2-3 Face Masks; 1-2 Over-the-counter Rapid Antigen COVID-19 Tests (recommended but optional)
• Travel Power Adapter – Electric power voltage in Italy is 230 V / 50 Hz and the plugs are F & L type
• Support Braces – consider bringing any joint braces that may be currently needed or from past injuries (i.e. knee, ankle, elbow, etc.)
• Sleep Mask & Ear Plugs
• Bug Repellent
• Quick Drying Towel or Bandana(s)

PACKING FOR TRAVEL:

It is recommended that you prepare your items in the following manner for your travels to this trip.

“Carry-on Bag(s)” - This is the bag you will bring with you on the plane. We recommend all your pertinent information be in this bag (passport, travel documents, etc.) as well as your most important gear items (hiking footwear, jacket, prescription medication, etc.) in case any checked luggage items become lost or delayed.

“Checked Bag(s)” - This bag will be checked and contain the rest of your personal items (clothing and gear, etc.).

Please Note: Again, it is recommended to either wear or pack in your “Carry-on Bag” the main gear items you need for this trip vs. putting them in your checked “Travel Bag” (in case luggage is delayed). Hiking footwear is probably the hardest item to replace last minute if items become lost or delayed past the intended start date of the trip. Lost or delayed luggage has become more and more common in major airports for international travel since the global pandemic.

LUGGAGE MANAGEMENT DURING TRIP:

During this trip, the packing system needs to be in 2 bags.

Extra Luggage - “Checked Bag(s)” & “Carry-on Bag(s)”: This bag will contain all the items you want to bring along on the trip. Extra luggage is allowed on the trip and easily stored at hotel.

Day Backpack: All guests need a backpack, which they will be responsible for carrying during trip activities. Items in this bag should include anything you may need throughout the day during the trip. (i.e. rain gear, warm layers, water, sunscreen/lip balm, snacks/food, camera/phone, etc.).

FIRST AID KIT SUGGESTIONS:

After years of experience planning adventure travel around the world, we’ve learned that anything can happen, and every traveler should carry a basic personal first aid kit. We want to ensure our guests are well-prepared and make smart informed travel decisions. In many of the places we operate trips, it may be challenging to find certain medications and/or first aid supplies, and sometimes common items you desire may not be available in the destination you are travelling. That’s why it’s good to be prepared and carry a small supply of first aid supplies, any prescription medication, and/or over-the-counter medications you may require during your travels.

We recommend discussing your travel plans, vaccination requirements, and any over-the-counter medication usage with your primary healthcare provider before embarking on our trips. This helps ensure you have a safe and enjoyable travel experience.

Here is a basic list of what we think makes a good personal travel first aid kit:

• Medications – Brands of your choice, all medications should be either prescribed directly by your doctor or discussed with a doctor prior to use.
  • Prescription Drugs – Any prescriptions you have from your doctor with back-up doses (always kept with you in carry-on luggage)
  • Epinephrine – Consider bringing multiple doses of Epinephrine (EpiPen) if you have any severe known allergies and have a prescription from your doctor.
  • Pain Relief – Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Non-Aspirin: Comparable to Tylenol – brand of choice
  • Antihistamine – Diphen: Comparable to Benadryl – brand of choice
  • Non-Drowsy Allergy Relief – Loratadine: Comparable to Claritin – brand of choice
  • Antacid/Heartburn Relief – Bismuth: Comparable to Pepto-Bismol, Antacid tablet – brand of choice
  • Anti-Diarrheal – Loperamide hydrochloride: Comparable to Imodium – brand of choice
  • Cold/Flu Medicine – brand of choice
• Electrolyte Replacement/Drink Mix – brand of choice
• Creams – Antibiotic ointment, Anti-Itch: Hydrocortisone, Arnica
• Eye Problems: Dry/Itchy – Eye drops
• Feminine Hygiene – Tampons
• Wound Care – a various pack of bandages, antiseptic swabs
• Blister Care – blister kit made up of items of your choice
• Sun Protection – sunscreen, SPF lip balm
• Various Items – Athletic tape/" KT Tape", Nail clippers, Tweezers, Small bottle of hand sanitizer, Sewing kit (clothing/button repairs), Disposable surgical gloves (1-2 pairs)

Italy

Capital: Rome

Population: ~58,870,760

Documents

Travellers from the European Union, including children, need a valid identity card or passport. Check with the authorities in your home country for the conditions of entering this destination.

Health/Insurance

Do not forget your card and/or policy details for your health insurance and/or travel insurance.

In the Dolomites, the region is often bilingual: people speak either German or Italian or both. Tourist area employees almost always speak some English.

Calling Italy: + 39

European Emergency Number: 112

Tourism Office in Italy

Visit: Discover Italy: Official Tourism Website - Italia.it

Italy is a Member-State of the European Union and uses its uniform currency – the Euro €. Italy, as is the case with the other Member-States of the E.U. uses eight coins as follows: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 cents and 1 and 2 Euros. The banknotes are issued in the following denominations: 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 Euros. Currency exchange rates are clearly displayed in every bank that accepts currency exchange, while credit card holders may acquire money from the ATMs of the collaborating banks. Italian banks are open for the public from 8:00 to 13:00 and from 14:30 to 16:30 Monday to Friday. They are closed on Public Holidays. Euros can also be exchanged for notes of other foreign currencies at exchange offices that are situated at the airport and certain main ports, in the larger cities, as well as at many tourist destinations. A passport is required when exchanging currencies. Italy more than other EU destinations, still prefer cash in most settings, but credit card use is becoming more and more available.

Central European Time (CET/UTC+1) and Central European Summer Time (CEST/UTC+2) during daylight saving time.

• Maps TABACCO, Carte e Piante, Turistiche

via Della Rosta, 15 ‑ 33100 UDINE ‑ ITALY tel 19/ 3934221940

number 3, 10 and 31. Scale: 1:25,000.

• Map KOMPASS Editions. Scale: 1:50,000, number 55 and 57