Mountain climbing

A high mountain climb across the glacier and over the rocks

This two-day trip is recommended only for those with a head for heights (not for sufferers of vertigo), sure-footed, sturdy climbers with experience in glacier and rock-climbing. Under no circumstances should anyone attempt to climb the flat Schwarzwandscharte wind gap without ropes. Right from the outset there are hidden crevasses under the snow, some of which run in the direction of travel. Some sections of the Wilder Pfaff are rated II on the Difficulty Level Scale (UIAA). The gap below the Zuckerhütl summit is very steep and at times smooth and slippery (note: ice axes and crampons are essential). An experienced guide is highly advisable on this high mountain hiking adventure.

 

Starting point: Timmelsbrücke bridge km 19,7

Endpoint: Timmelsbrücke bridge km 19,7

Refreshment stop: Timmelsalm pasture, Müllerhütte refuge

Dolomites Alpine Ridgeway (Dolomiten-Höhenweg) No. 5

Walking this Alpine ridgeway is a challenging task and therefore only advisable for hikers who are experienced, sure-footed and, above all, fit. From the scenery point of view, this trail does not have such open views as trail no. 4, for example. However, it does pass through some areas that are particularly remote such as the Sexten Dolomites, which is one of the scenic highlights of the hike.

The Dossobello di Dentro/Hintere Schöneck is a beautiful mountain tour of about 12.5 km length. Arriving at the summit of the Dossobello di Dentro, especially the view of the Königsspitze, Zebru and Ortler is unique. For this relatively easy mountain tour, however, surefootedness and a good head for heights are necessary.

This route leads along a well laid out Glacier Educational Trail (Gletscherlehrpfad) with fantastic panoramic views of the Weißkugelhütte mountain hut.

On the track of the chamois

Starting point: Val Casies Valley / S. Maddalena head of the valley
Distance: 16 km
Descent: circular hike
Walking time: 06:30 h
Difficulty: difficult
Difference in altitude: 1009 m
Information: www.suedtirolmobil.info - Lin. 441

Circular hike from the Val Casies Valley to the Passo Stalle Saddle

Starting point: Val Casies Valley / S. Maddalena (1460m)
Distance: 22 km
Walking time: 09:00 h
Difficulty: difficult
Difference in altitude: 1266 m
Information: www.suedtirolmobil.info - Lin. 441

Start behind the Braunhof farm and follow the trail 6 upwards to the Saun summit (2062m). Further on trail 6 all alon the crest and over the Bairnock summit (2581m) to the Weißspitze summit (2715m), the last part on scree underground. Along the trail 6 on the exposed ridge to the next summit, the Amthorspitze (2753m). A dangerous tract is fixed with an aluminium ladder and a small bridge. Descent to the Hühnerspielhütte mountain hut and return on trail 11 and 3, along the Riedbergalm and Prantneralm mountain huts to the starting point. Lunch possibility: Hühnerspielhütte, Riedbergalm Prantneralm, Braunhof.

From Ried follow the forest path no. 29 for approx. 2 hours to the alpine hut Zunderspitzhütte (1950m). After another 1 ½ hours on foot you reach the pasture Obere Gewingesalm (2050m). From there continue on a marked path for another 1-1 ½ hours to the mountain Zunderspitze. The view of the glacier and the surrounding valley is worth every effort! Shortly after the pasture Obere Gewingesalm walk downhill to the mountain pasture Martalm in about 40-60 minutes. From there follow the forest road to the valley.

A demanding hike with an ascent to the Ju de Sant Antone pass, with a total altitude difference of 932 m. The excursion starts with an easy walk, which gradually becomes steeper as you approach the beautiful pastures on the edge of La Val. The forest, which has accompanied the walk so far, also comes to an end, to make way for pine trees and the typical vegetation of the Fanes valley. The descent to Fanes is easy.

Staller Saddle > path no. 7 towards Rote Wand > at the junction follow path no. 7a to the summit

Trails: 6B, 6, 12 From the Muntcörta car park behind the horse riding centre, set off along the forest road through the woods until you reach the crossing. There, take a right to the Antersasc pastures following the sign to Antersasc/Malga Antersasc/Puez. At the Antersasc pastures, keep right and head north to the top of Crëp dales Dodesc.

High mountain trail to the Schwarzenstein - the striking summit on the main ridge of the Zillertal Alps.

In spite of its rather limited height the Lutterkopf is a stunningly beautiful mountain summit located further in the Ahrntal valley and it is a relatively easy climb. The area is quite isolated and original.

Summit tour with picturesque panorama - views deep into Avingatal valley, Arundatal valley and Müstairtal valley.

A strenuous but very rewarding summit tour. You have an overwhelming panoramic view.

A beautiful tour to the Swiss peak Piz Terza, where you can enjoy the view of the mountains and valleys on a large summit plateau with a simple wooden cross. 

From the mountain station following the trail to the Edelweisshütte mountain hut, further on passing the Teisljöchl on a difficult mountain trail to the Wetterspitze summit.

The royal throne of the Rodenecker-Lüsner Alm

 

Take path no. 6 from Naturno to the Schatzhof and on up the steeper Wiesenpfad, meadow path, through a sparse larch wood to above the tree-line. The walk gets somewhat steeper as it continues over partly-exposed sloping meadows to reach the Schäferhütte and then the Gipfelgrat. Then downwards over Geröll and Weideböden to the Oberen Mairalm (1.5 hours) and again downwards over the Dicker Alm to the Dickhof and on to Kompatsch. Please note: Only for fit, sure-footed walkers with ample stamina who do not suffer from giddiness. Allow yourselves enough time for the return.

Starting from the parking lot behind the Timmelsbrücke bridge on the right-hand side of the road, head north into the main valley as far as the Timmelsalm mountain pasture (30). From there, cross the bridge and continue in a north-easterly direction on the left-hand side of the valley until you reach Unterkrumpwasser (an open plateau, traversed by the meandering Passer river). Remain on the left side of the high valley and proceed further northeast. Then follow the steep path up and over the hill, revealing the Schwarzsee lake (30) beyond. 

 

Continue northeast along the western shoreline of the Großer Schwarzsee lake, across the grassland as far as the Schwarzwandscharte ridge, to the start of the glacier (30). Then, follow the narrow but negotiable trail southeast over a rocky ridge up to the Hofmannspitze summit. 

  

The way back from the Hofmannspitze follows the same route in reverse. From the Schwarzwandscharte glacier return to the Schwarzsee lake, and then to the Timmelsbrücke bridge (30), past the Timmelsalm mountain pasture. 

The Picco Palù/Grosser Moosstock (3061 m) is one of the most strinkin peaks in the Valli di Tures e Aurina/Tauferer Ahrntal.

Only for expert hikers!

Finailspitze (often spelt Fineilspitze) is a fascinating tour in the Schnalstal Valley offering landscape and archaeological treasures. There is a spectacular view from the summit to the glacier world of the Ötztal Alps: in the east to the Niederjoch glacier with Similaun, Marzellspitze, and to the Hintere Schwärze, in the south towards the Tisental Valley, Schnalstal Valley with the Schlandrauner Mountains opposite, to the Hochjochferner glacier with a view of the Weißkugel. We are following in the footsteps of Ötzi, the Iceman.

The Eight Summits March - a very special mountain tour!

The extreme high mountain tour involves crossing 25 km and 3,000 metres in altitude.
The route leads from the picturesque medieval town of Glorenza in the valley to the peaks of the Stelvio National Park.

Refreshments: in the restaurants of Glurns/Glorenza, in the restaurants of the Passo Stelvio

In order to climb the summit of king Ortles at 3905m, you should stay the day before at the Julius-Payer hut (3.029m). After spending the night at the hut, you will climb up to the "Wandl", which is probably the technically most difficult part of the entire ascent. Now we cross the somewhat steep traverse at the upper end of the "Eisrinne", which has meanwhile become outdated in the upper section and which leads us over the "Bärenloch" up to "Tschierfegg" where the biv. Lombardi is located. This section has become more difficult in recent years due to the severe glacier retreat and you have to overcome a challenging ramp. The "Tschierfegg" is immediately followed by crevasse-rich terrain and a rather steep slope. Above we reach the gentle Ortler plateau where the ascent to the summit is moderate.

The hike to the Weißspitze peak is a challenging high-altitude tour offering wonderful panoramic views of the mountains around Vipiteno/Sterzing. Your climb begins in green meadows and ends amid the rough blocks of the triangular limestone summit, from where you have a wonderful 360° panorama of the surrounding mountains. To the east are the Zillertal Alps and the Pfitschtal valley, to the south-west the glistening Sarntal Alps and the green meadows of the Vipiteno valley basin, while the northern horizon is dominated by the Tribulaun and the Weißwandspitze peaks at the end of the Pflerschtal valley.{

Mountain hike to the panoramic summit of the Mount Luco (2434 m). The hike starts at the Gampenpass/Passo Palade (1518 m) on the opposite side of the Gasthof Gampenpass hotel. The hiking path no. 10A leads you in 1,5 hour to the Laugen Alm - Malga Monte Luco. After a short break at the Alm the tour continuous on the hiking path 10 to the peak of Mount Luco (2434 m). Just before of the last steep ascent, on a small mountain saddle you have the option to take the less technical way to the top of the Monte Luco Piccolo (2290 m). Between the summits oft the great and small Mount Luco there is the beautiful and magnificent mountain lake Luco. Thanks to its widely outlook and awe-inspiring view, the Mount Luco belongs to one of the most outstanding lookouts of South Tyrol. The way back is along the hiking path no. 8A through the grass-grown south ridge and then on the hiking path no 10A firsts toward the Laugen Alm and further down to the Gampen Pass.

Strenuous but rewarding mountain tour to the Amthorspitze - from Gossensass via the Hühnerspielhütte hut with its stunning views up to the summit. The trail leads from Ibsenplatz in Gossensass along the main road heading north and then turns right into the old Postgasse. Climbing slightly eastwards, you pass the Hotel Gudrun and continue uphill towards "Hochwiede" to the road barrier. From there, path no. 22 zigzags up via the Hühnerspielhütte (1868 m) to the summit of the Amthorspitze (2749 m). Descent via the ascent path.

The Ilmenspitze is one of the most prominent and most visited mountains in the southern ridge of the Ulten Valley. At the summit you are rewarded with a special view of the glaciers at the head of the Ulten valley, but also of the mighty mountain massifs of the Brenta and Adamello groups.

BOUNDARY PATHS PREDOI/PRETTAU - TAUERN PATH

Walk through the scenery and the history as you hike along the borders of Nordtirol, Salzburg and Osttirol. Enjoy the beautiful panorama and the views of Zillertal Alps, the Rieserferner Group as well as the Venediger Group. On a clear day,you can even see the Dolomites from the Drei Zinnen as far as to the Marmolada. Passing over these yokes you arrive at the refuges on the other side of the border into Zillertal, into Krimmler Achental or Prägratten.

The High Altitude Trail Neves - high above the lake Neves in Lappach/Lappago! The trail connects the two mountain refuges Edelraut Hütte/Ponte di Ghiaccio (2,545 m) and Chemnitzer Hütte/Giovanni Porro (2,419 m). 

The hike is rated intermediate for level of difficulty and offers unforgettable moments. The tour requires experience, not to suffer from vertigo, sure-footedness, physical fitness as well as suitable equipment.