King Glockner calls: Adventure tours in Kals on the Großglockner!

King Glockner calls: Adventure tours in Kals on the Großglockner!

Kals am Großglockner, Österreich - Kals on the Großglockner enjoys the ideal starting point for mountain lovers who want to climb the highest summit in Austria. The majestic Großglockner, who ended up the Alps at 3,798 meters, was first climbed in 1855 and is nicknamed "King Glockner". However, the ascent requires good fitness as well as sure -footedness, a head for heights and some climbing experience. Experts strongly recommend taking the tour under the guidance of an experienced mountain guide in order to safely reach your destination.

The tour to climb the Großglockner extends over at least one and a half days. First you get to the Lucknerhaus after a car ride or bus ride, from where the ascent to the Stüdlhütte begins at 2,802 meters. After a break, the Stüdlhütte to the Archduke Johann-Hütte takes you in about two hours. But the summit has not yet been reached - 350 meters of altitude are still to be overcome, which takes another 1 to 1.5 hours.

Security aspects and accidents

The entire route to climb the Großglockner comprises 16 kilometers and a height difference of 1,900 meters. This fact is a real challenge for many hikers. It is particularly noticeable that no serious accidents or crashes have been recorded among the Kalser mountain guides in the past 15 years. Interestingly, 95 % of the accidents are due to sole climbers that get lost or slip.

The recent summit climbers were 10 years old, while the oldest mountaineer had an impressive 85 years. These age differences testify to the attraction of the Großglockner for various generations.

Tourism and hiking trails in Kals

Tourism in Kals has benefited in recent years through targeted investments, including in modern lifts and the Gradonna Mountain Resort. This has not only increased the attractiveness of the region, but also improved the infrastructure for vacationers. Kals is located in the Hohe Tauern National Park, which can be easily reached by car and bus.

In addition to demanding mountain tours, there are numerous lighter hiking trails in the area that also meet less experienced hikers. These include the Talrundweg with a length of 19.5 kilometers and the Höhenweg Glocknerkrone, which extends over 65.6 kilometers. These paths offer everyone the opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking nature and the spectacular views of the Alps.

The cost of climbing the Großglockner amounts to 430 euros per person for two people or 675 euros for individuals. These prices include both the necessary equipment and the hut costs.

For more information about hiking trails and other activities in the region, visit youOsttirol.com. A complete report on the tours around Kals on the Großglockner is also atRhine Palatinateto find.