Via Steinerne Meer-Formaletsch to Formarinsee | Dalaas

During the summer months, the “Formarinsee” hiking bus from Lech takes you as far as the Alpe Formarin bus stop. From Alpe Formarin, the route follows the signposts towards Steinernes Meer in a south-easterly direction. On Steinernes Meer, a craggy karst plateau, you can discover 200-million-years-old evidence of the maritime past of the Alps: fossilised corals, shells, ammonites - you name it. Below the Formaletsch peak, the trails heads westwards to Freiburgerhütte where hearty refreshments await. From Freiburgerhütte, the tour takes you around Lake Formarin on a gravel road and then back to the start at the Alpe Formarin bus stop.

Tip: Hiking fans with stamina and surefootedness can also climb the summit of the Formaletsch.

Rund um den Formaletsch mit Blick Richtung Rote Wand
Steinernes Meer mit Roter Wand im Hintergrund
Steinernes Meer
Wanderwegenetz Vorarlberg

Author's recommendation

Special features: Discover fossils dating from as far back as 200 million years. Take a good look, even pick them up, but make sure not to damage any of these objects - they would be destroyed forever.

Equipment

Sturdy shoes, warm clothing, rain and sun protection, filled water bottle and snack as well as hiking poles are recommended. Mobile phone in case of emergency.

Route description

Start: Formarin Alpe bus stop

End: Formarin Alpe bus stop

Lech post office - “Formarinsee” hiking bus - Formarin Alpe bus stop - Steinernes Meer - Freiburgerhütte - Lake Formarin - Formarin Alpe bus stop - “Formarinsee” hiking bus - Lech post office

Properties

Scenic
Geological highlights
Circular route
Refreshment stops available

Emergency services

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