G-03 Lake Favogna Loop

Lake Favogna Loop: Views, Gravel & a Swim

This loop is one of the most scenic gravel tours around Tramin – combining nature, silence and wide-open views with a special destination: the peaceful and remote Fennberg Lake.

Starting from Tramin’s main square, the route climbs steeply via Schneckenthaler Straße to St. Jakob and past the historic Rechtenthal Castle. A challenging ascent leads to the “Three Houses“, then continues on forest roads toward Moser Farm and onto the Zoggler Trail – also called the “Tramin Panorama Path”.

In Graun, take a break at the Lenzenhof – the views over the Etschtal valley are fantastic. Then it’s a steady climb via Fennhals to Oberfennberg and finally to the Fennberg Lake, the highlight of the tour: calm waters, forest surroundings, and – for the brave – a refreshing swim in the clear mountain lake.

The return leads through Unterfennberg, followed by a long (partially gravel) descent to the Hofstatt area above Kurtatsch. From there, the Runggner Trail brings you gently back to Tramin, mostly downhill through vineyards

Recommended equipment:

Gravel bike with a good gear range, helmet, plenty of water, and snacks. There’s no food service in Fennberg – bring a picnic. In warm weather: don’t forget a swimsuit!

Highlights & tips:

• The Zoggler forest road is shaded and scenic, with great valley views.
• Graun has three restaurants – perfect before the final ascent.
• The Fennberg Lake is a hidden treasure: quiet, remote and remarkably clear.
• Best time: May to October. In summer, start early to avoid heat.
• Ride only in dry conditions – gravel sections can get slippery when wet.

Tour summary:

• Distance: approx. 35,8 km
• Duration: approx. 4–5 h including breaks
• Elevation gain: approx. 1.117 m
• Difficulty: medium to challenging – long climbs
• Surface: mostly asphalt, partly fine gravel roads