A challenging walk above Uttenheim, exploring the history of the Lanebach Mountain School.
Considering the several steep segments, the hike requires a high degree of fitness, stamina and sure-footedness and is recommended only for those who are well-trained. Lanebach is the last completely preserved mountain school in the entire alpine region and is considered unique. Because of its size and the small number of pupils it was also known as "mini school".
The mountain school Lanebach is considered on of the last fully conserved mountain schools of the Alps. Guided visits are organized on request.
The walk is challenging and requires a good level of fitness, stamina and sure-footedness.
Starting point is the the parish church in Uttenheim/Villa Ottone. After a walk of about 30 minutes you reach the Gasthof Bauhof, above the village, 1000 meters above the sea level. From there the trail no. 17 leads steeply up to the small mountain farms of Lanebach. The way up on foot is one of the steepest and most impassable all over the country. The trail is only suitable for experienced hikers in good physical condition. In Lanebach there are no break points. You can descend on the marked trail no. 16 or 17A and get back the starting point.
Regular bus 450 Bruneck - Ahrntal, bus stop Uttenheim Brücke; from here walk about 5 minutes to Schlösselstraße.
From Bruneck, follow the SS621 state road towards the Ahrntal valley. After 750 metres, at the roundabout, take the second exit and stay on the SS621. Follow it for about 7 km to Uttenheim.