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Rosengarten Alpine Trek (Sentiero delle Leggende)

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Welschnofen - Nova Levante

Rosengarten Alpine Trek (Sentiero delle Leggende)

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Rosengarten Alpine Trek (Sentiero delle Leggende)

07:39

19.1km

1,250m

Hiking

Alpine trek through legendary Rosengarten peaks that glow pink and orange at sunset.

Last updated: September 16, 2025

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 111 m for 19 m

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55 m

📸 Cairn with panorama

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Great view from here - I love it. The cairn defies wind and weather!

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The hike from the Niger Pass to the Kölner Hütte over the Messner Joch is an impressive tour through the majestic mountain landscape of the Rosengarten massif in South Tyrol. This path takes you through breathtaking alpine landscapes, past striking rock formations and picturesque views.

Route: The hike starts at the Niger Pass, an ideal starting point for hikes in the rose garden. From here you follow the signs to the Kölner Hütte. The trail initially takes you through dense forest before reaching tree line and entering an open alpine environment.

Messner Joch: After a certain distance you will reach the Messner Joch, a wonderful vantage point that offers a panoramic view of the surrounding peaks and valleys. Take this opportunity for a short rest and enjoy the breathtaking view.

Continue to the Kölner Hütte: From the Messner Joch you follow the path to the Kölner Hütte. The path takes you across alpine terrain, past blooming mountain meadows and small mountain streams. The Kölner Hütte awaits you with a cozy atmosphere and culinary delights.

Views and experiences: During the entire hike you will be surrounded by the rugged rock formations of the Catinaccio massif. The views are spectacular and offer unforgettable photo opportunities. The Rosengarten is a magical sight, especially at sunset, when the peaks are ablaze with warm colours.

Notes: The hike requires a moderate to good physical condition and mountain hiking experience. Be sure to bring proper hiking gear, plenty of water, and a map. Find out in advance about the current weather conditions and possible road closures.

Experience the beauty of the Rosengarten massif on this unforgettable hike from the Niger Pass to the Kölner Hütte over the impressive Messner Joch. Enjoy the tranquility of the mountains, the fresh mountain air and the spectacular views on your way through this fascinating landscape.

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2.78 km

View of the Rosengarten

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Sensational look

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3.43 km

View from the bench on the Sentiero delle Leggende

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Great panorama and shortly afterwards the Haniger Schwaige comes for a hearty break.

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3.51 km

Gnarled tree on the Schlern–Rosengarten Trail

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3.59 km

View of the König Laurin Wall

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3.96 km

Angelwiesen Meadows

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From the fishing meadows you have a wonderful all-round view, especially of the walls of the rose garden (König-Laurin-Wand, Vajolettürme and Kesselkogel) as well as the Hammerwand and the summit area of the Schlern behind.

The meadows themselves are rich in a wide variety of flowers - in June especially bell-shaped gentians and Bavarian gentians (much smaller flowers), globe flowers, anemones, tiny primroses, columbines ... Simply wonderful!

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King Laurin's rose garden

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Majestic rocks and in the other direction a fascinating view ...

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19.1 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.25 km

7.12 km

3.43 km

665 m

611 m

Surfaces

9.39 km

3.28 km

3.14 km

2.57 km

674 m

< 100 m

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Weather

Friday 17 July

24°C

12°C

83 %

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Comments

July 18, 2022,St.Zyprian-Plafötsch Alm-Hanicker Schwaige-Nigerhütte-St.Zyprian

The Vajolet Towers and the Rosengarten almost always in view 🥰 Started early in the morning, over 30 degrees from noon 🔥

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July 12, 2023,Rundwanderung von St. Zypran über Hanicker Schwaige

I recommend the tour in the direction shown and not in reverse.

The ascent to the Hanicker Schwaige is very nice and has some nice impressions. It gets really great from the Hanicker Schwaige, from there you have an impressive view, so bring a little patience. :)

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May 30, 2023,König Laurins Rosengarten – vom Nigerpass unter der Rosengartengruppe entlang über Haniger Schwaige, Plafötsch Alm und Tierser Waldgarten zurück

A really fabulous round, which is quite exhausting on the last ascent. If necessary, you could use the bus to get back to the Niger Pass from the lowest point. Although there are still a number of beautiful views to be enjoyed.

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July 28, 2021,Wanderung von St. Zyprian über Nigerpass zur Haniger Schwaige und Plafötsch Alm nach Tiers

Worthwhile tour with a magnificent panorama.
Can be shortened by bus.

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April 29, 2024,Zauberhaftes Bergpanorama🏔🏔🏔 – Vista sul Catinaccio Runde von Welschnofen - Nova Levante

South Tyrol Hiking made a bigger tour

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September 15, 2024,Rosengarten von St.Zyprian über Haniger Schwaige zum Nigerpass

Today we hiked from St.Zyprian to the Vajolet Towers via the Plafötschalm to the Haniger Schwaige. Very varied over root paths, developed hiking trails, along a stream, over picturesque alpine pastures and past old larks. The first part of the tour leads straight to the Vajolet Towers, with a gigantic view of the Rosengarten every time. You can stop for …

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August 18, 2021,Plafötsch Alm – Almenblick Runde von Weisslahnbad 🌱🐄 🏔🌱

What a great round.🤩 Although it’s getting down to business right from the start 🥵↗️, the amazing view of the valley and the Rosengarten massif, the great paths 🏞 and the impressive mountain streams 💦 compensate for all the hardships. Simply mega beautiful

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May 29, 2025,König Laurins Rosengarten – Zauberhaftes Bergpanorama🏔🏔🏔 Runde von St. Zyprian

Hats off to Wilfried, what a tremendous achievement! Up to 2,000 meters of altitude!
Notice the distance and the speed!

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Rosengarten Alpine Trek (Sentiero delle Leggende)

📸 Cairn with panorama

Hike Rosengarten

View of the Rosengarten

View from the bench on the Sentiero delle Leggende

Gnarled tree on the Schlern–Rosengarten Trail

View of the König Laurin Wall

Angelwiesen Meadows

King Laurin's rose garden

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