From the tourist office in San Martino/Val Casies Valley (1276m) take the sidewalk along the main road to the “Marakirchl” (chapel of the Visitation of Mary) and cross the road towards Örlerhof farm. Follow the road on the right side of the farmhouse reaching the Karbach farm (refreshment point, 1440m). Shortly after the farmhouse a barrier marks the end of the asphalt street, from there begins the hike. Follow the trail markings no. 36 and no.42. After approximately 30 minutes pass a water reservoir and shortly after that reach the Schäfer Alm (1616m, refreshment point).