The Großglockner is the highest mountain in Austria with a height of 3798 m. The prominent peak made of rocks from the green slate facies belongs to the Glockner group, a mountain range in the central part of the Hohe Tauern, and is considered one of the most important peaks in the Eastern Alps. Since the first explorations at the end of the 18th century and the first ascent by four participants of a major expedition led by Prince Bishop Salm-Reifferscheidt-Krautheim in 1800, the Grossglockner has played an important role in the development of alpinism. To this day it is of great importance for tourism in the region and with more than 5000 summit ascents per year it is a popular destination for mountaineers. The view of the mountain, one of Austria's most famous landmarks, is the main scenic attraction of the Grossglockner High Alpine Road.
The classic climb to the Grossglockner
First day:
Meeting point at the Lucknerhaus with subsequent ascent to the Stüdlhütte (2.800 m).
Ascent: 800 m altitude difference
2 hours
Second day:
Early in the morning we will cross the Teischnitzkees to the entrance of the ridge (3.300 m). With climbing sections in the third to fourth degree of difficulty, the Stüdlgrat is a real alpine challenge. In the compact rock, climbing passages and walking terrain alternate. In the upper part of the ridge the climbing difficulties increase and allow breathtaking views. Descent via the normal route past the Adlersruhe back to the Stüdlhütte. Further descent to the cars.
Ascent: 900 vertical meters
Descent: 1.700 meters altitude difference
6-8 hours.
Requirements:
Very good physical condition 400 meters of altitude/ hour
Climbing experience max. difficulty level II
Absence of vertigo and surefootedness
Prices:
1 pax: € 580,- / 2 pax: € 350,-