BergeSeen Trail Stage 25
Only go when the weather is nice!
This hike is special because of it´s partly expodes trail. Schurefootedness, head of hights and experience in the alpine area as well as stable weather conditions are essential for this tour. Especially in early summer great care hast to be taken in order to cross the many snow fields safely.
From the Hofpürglhütte to the high Hochkesseleck ( 3 hours)
The hike beginns at the trail number 601 slightly downwards into the Karmulde and under the Steiglpass. Keep right to stay under the Gosaustein and cross the alpine pastures of the Rinderfeld then along the creek of the warm Mandling. here take the trail number 617 in direction Sulzenhals and Gasthaus Bachlalm.
Further we go at the Linzer Weg which was built in 1905 up to the Wandfuß and through the Reißgangschlucht up to the Reisgangscharte 1952m altitude.
From the saddle right on in turns to another saddle. From here left through a wall up to the Grathöhe and to the lower Hochkesseleck at 2108m. Now futher flat over a flat rock up to the high Hochkesseleck, 2281m.
From the hick Hochkesseleck to the Adamekhütte (2 1/2 hours)
Now the trail goes from the northeast shoulder of the Hochkesseleck downways on the right side to the Kar right underneath the Eiskarlspitz.
huge snowfields have to be crossed so great care has to be taken at that part of the hike.
Through the Kar further ahead to the Windlegerscharte and then to the Torsteineck. Further on we reach the Schneebergwand and later the Moränenrücken of the Gosau glacier. Over the steep rocks we go down to the Adamekhütte.
Many prominent figures have explored this region: nobles like Archduke Johann and Empress Elisabeth, scientists such as Friedrich Simony, poets and authors like Nikolaus Lenau, painters like Ferdinand Georg Waldmüller, musicians and composers such as Johannes Brahms. Did they ever think that hiking in the Salzkammergut might have no end? That they could tramp from one lake to the next and then onward to yet another? Day by day along the shores of crystal-clear waters? Week-long excursions through quiet valley forests, over sunny alpine meadows and up mountains fuelled by the anticipation of the next destination? Further information…
Tips: Hiking in autumn
Autumn is here! Hooray! The most beautiful hiking season of the year! However, there are a few things you should keep in mind when hiking, especially at this time of year.
- Plan tours properly.
- Start early. Especially for high alpine hikes.
- Attention: It gets dark early!
- If you are staying overnight in a hut, register in good time by telephone.
- Do not miss the last cable car ride down the mountain when on mountain tours.
- Information on the current operating times of the cable cars in connection with a hike can be found below under "Information at a Glance".
- Check snow conditions. Because at this time of the year the first snow can already fall in the high mountains.
- We have summarised further important safety tips below.
- We wish you an unforgettable hiking autumn in the Salzkammergut.
Your editorial team
Safety Tips for Hikers
Admittedly, the landscape of the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut is the absolute pinnacle for hiking fans, mountain enthusiasts and nature lovers—unforgettable tours to incredibly beautiful mountain lodges and meadows, panorama views as far as the eye can see and cherished moments that will last a lifetime! However, you should remember that while hiking you might find yourself in high-alpine terrain. We’ve put together some resources to assist you: how to best prepare for your tour, recommended items for your backpack and steps to take in an emergency situation. Remember to always play it safe and enjoy your hiking adventure in the Salzkammergut!
Warning: Closed trails
Better to know before you go
Hiking trails in the Salzkammergut can be closed for various reasons. To help you prepare for your hike, we have set up a page with current road closures in the region. This will help you get to your destination without any detours or stress. Click here to visit the page...
Tips: Hiking in autumn
Autumn is here! Hooray! The most beautiful hiking season of the year! However, there are a few things you should keep in mind when hiking, especially at this time of year.
- Plan tours properly.
- Start early. Especially for high alpine hikes.
- Attention: It gets dark early!
- If you are staying overnight in a hut, register in good time by telephone.
- Do not miss the last cable car ride down the mountain when on mountain tours.
- Information on the current operating times of the cable cars in connection with a hike can be found below under "Information at a Glance".
- Check snow conditions. Because at this time of the year the first snow can already fall in the high mountains.
- We have summarised further important safety tips below.
- We wish you an unforgettable hiking autumn in the Salzkammergut.
Your editorial team
Safety Tips for Hikers
Admittedly, the landscape of the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut is the absolute pinnacle for hiking fans, mountain enthusiasts and nature lovers—unforgettable tours to incredibly beautiful mountain lodges and meadows, panorama views as far as the eye can see and cherished moments that will last a lifetime! However, you should remember that while hiking you might find yourself in high-alpine terrain. We’ve put together some resources to assist you: how to best prepare for your tour, recommended items for your backpack and steps to take in an emergency situation. Remember to always play it safe and enjoy your hiking adventure in the Salzkammergut!
Warning: Closed trails
Better to know before you go
Hiking trails in the Salzkammergut can be closed for various reasons. To help you prepare for your hike, we have set up a page with current road closures in the region. This will help you get to your destination without any detours or stress. Click here to visit the page...
Events along the way
Hiking on the “Salt Alps climb” trail
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BergeSeen Trail Stage 24
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Duration: 6h
Length: 13,5 Km
Adamekhütte / Adamek hut
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“Hofpürglhütte” in Filzmoos
Mountain hut with numerous leisure facilities at 1705 m above sea level below the “Bischofsmütze”. A must for nature & mountain lovers. With bouldering and climbing walls in the hut.
Trail "Linzerweg"
A very beautiful, but not quite unsafe way, which requires high-alpine equipment, vertigo freedom and a good stamina. Duration: 6h.
Hike around the Gosaukamm
Beautiful two day tour, with unique scenery, around a wildly rugged mountain range. With a wonderful overnight stay in an Alpine hut. For experienced mountaineers.
