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ACROSS THE TYROLEAN ALPS - SELF GUIDED WALKING SUMMARY HOLIDAY Walk from up over the high Austrian Tyrolean Alps to Innsbruck. Follow the high alpine route across the imposing and massifs amidst a landscape of soaring, alpine peaks, deep gorges and rich, flower filled pastures.

Staying in rustic mountain hut accommodation in the shadow of the rugged summits you will awake to the crisp alpine air, invigorated and ready to explore this region rich in natural spectacles.

Commencing in the Bavarian mountain resort town Garmisch-Partenkirchen you are immediately immersed in high alpine landscape. Follow tunnels and canyons above turbulent waters that carve through the ‘Hell Valley Gorge’ and ascend via balcony trails to cross high alpine pastures leading you toward the mighty bulk of , the highest mountain in at 2961m. Tour: Across the Tyrolean Alps Take the ‘Kings Path’ leading you up to King Ludwig II’s Castle Schachen and traverse rugged rocky terrain Code: WASATA Type: Self-Guided Walking Holiday beneath a mountain sunrise illuminating the surrounding peaks of the Wetterstein massif. Descend via a Price: See Website wild and idyllic gorge into ’s verdant Valley, where the trail echoes to the sound of distant Dates: Late June to late September cow bells. Moving onward deep into the Karwendel Valley the rich floral Halleranger alpine pasture leads Days: 8 Days (5 - 6 Walking Days) you onward into the Karwendel massif, the largest range of the Northern with 125 peaks Nights: 7 Nights over 2000m, home to sure footed chamois and soaring golden eagles. Start/Finish: Garmisch-Partenkirchen/ Innsbruck The alpine trail follows balcony paths through the or ‘North Chain’ peaks and guides you to : Strenuous Hafelekar summit station, which at 2256m affords panoramic views down toward Innsbruck. Complete your journey across the Tyrolean Alps with a welcome cable car ride down the slopes to the renowned winter sports centre of Innsbruck. Located in the broad Valley between the high peaks there is much scope to Is It For Me? explore the many attractions of ’s capital city and to toast your adventure with a tot of Stroh Rum or A demanding adventure that takes you high Tyrolean Schnapps. into the mountain environment. If you are sure footed with a head for heights then this Your holiday includes 2 nights accommodation in traditional 3 star hotel accommodation at Garmisch- holiday will take you through an area of pris- Partenkirchen on a half board basis. While in the high alpine landscape you will stay for 3 nights in tine high alpine landscape that will leave you dormitory accommodation in cosy rustic mountain huts on a bed and breakfast basis. At and for invigorated and refreshed. your final night in Innsbruck you are accommodated in 3 star hotel accommodation on a half board basis. Baggage transfers are included apart from on day 3 and 4 when, due to a lack of road transport, it is What’s Included? necessary to carry a day pack containing your overnight requirements. Accommodation: 4 nights in 3 star hotels and 3 nights in mountain huts in dormitory HIGHLIGHTS style rooms. Meals: 7 Breakfasts. Welcome Meeting: At 6pm on arrival in • Traversing the Wetterstein massif to view the dominating peak of Mount Zugspitze Garmisch-Partenkirchen - Day 1. Baggage • Ascending the ‘Kings Path’ to overnight in the high alpine hut at Castle Schachen Transfer: Included apart from day 3/4. Info • Reaching the summit of Hafeleker with panoramic views of the Karwendel massif Pack: Detailed route notes with pictures, • Local cuisine including Knodel dumplings and home-made schnapps! maps and emergency support. Transfers: Bus transfer to Karwendel Valley. Cable car: • Walking to the accompaniment of alpine cow bells as you cross rich alpine pasture Downhill from Kreuzberg to Garmisch.

Downhill from Hafelekar to Innsbruck.

Code: WASATA Days: 8 (5 Walking Days) Nights: 7 ACROSS THE TYROLEAN ALPS

HUT TO HUT FROM GARMISCH TO INNSBRUCK

Your high alpine walk starts with an ascent up mountain landscape to view the sun rising above ITINERARY - WASATA through the rugged tunnels and canyons of the the ridges and peaks illuminating the valleys in Höllentalklamm or ‘Hell Valley Gorge’. Walking hues of deep red and orange. Ascending the Grade: Strenuous above the turbulent waters you come out at the pass into Austria you are surrounded by classic

DAY 1 Höllentalanger mountain hut which provides alpine vistas with sky scraping summits and deep panoramic views across to the dominating peak lush valleys drawing you further into the Massif. Arrive Garmisch -Partenkirchen of Zugspitze, Germany’s highest mountain at 2961m. The route traverses rugged rocky terrain before Day Route Hours descending into the idyllic Leutasch Valley where Crossing the rich alpine pastures you ascend a the route is lined by summer flowers. Here you 1 Arrive Garmisch- balcony trail high above the gorge to Kreuzberg, have a relaxing days walk to enjoy the Partenkirchen and famous as the site of the 1936 Winter Olympics. surroundings and listen to the distant cow bells overnight Here you may rest and enjoy the mountain vista echoing across the mountain pasture. 2 Round trip walk to foot 5 before taking the cable car back down to Passing through a further rugged gorge you of Zugspitze - Over- Garmisch–Partenkirchen for a well earned glass night Garmisch– of Weißbeir. finish you day at the town of Scharnitz. Originally Partenkirchen fortified by the Romans protecting the trade route 3 Walk to Schachenhaus 4.5 Walk: 10.9km, 5 hrs, 950m ascent across the Alps, it is now better known as the 4 Walk to Scharnitz 7.5 gateway to the Karwendel Alpine Reserve. The 5 Walk to Halleranger 2.5-5 Overnight: Garmisch-Partenkirchen - 3 Star largest national park in Austria, the sheer Alm hotel 6 Rest day or Karwendel 2.5 mountain sides are home to sure footed ibex and summit walk Hotel - Vier Jahreszeiten or Garmischer Hof chamois. 7 Walk to Innsbruck 6 8 Onward travel DAY 3 Walk: 17.9km, 7.5 hrs, 1,280m ascent Walk to Schachenhaus Overnight: Scharnitz - 3 star hotel. Your day starts with another exhilarating gorge DAY 5 Garmisch-Partenkirchen is located in Bavaria, ascent into the Wetterstein massif and a steep South Germany and is easily accessible by train Walk to Halleranger Alm climb brings onto the Koenigsweg ’King’s Path’ from both (2hrs 30m) and Innsbruck in leading to Castle Schachen. Built by King Ludwig You start today with a short road transfer deep Austria (1hr 45mins). is 56km II’ in the 19th century the modest exterior hides into the heart of the Karwendel Valley. Relaxed away and is served by flights from the UK and an elaborately decorated interior. The adjacent walking is the order of the day as you follow the the rest of Europe. alpine botanical garden cultivates over 1,000 route through the alpine flora rich Halleranger Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a mountain resort on plant species from the Alps to the Himalayas. alpine pasture. You may spot golden eagle and the border of Germany and Austria, at the foot of Both the castle and the gardens are worthy of buzzard circling high above the valleys as you the Alps and the perfect place to commence your exploration before you continue your ascent to enjoy the panoramic views of the Karwendel adventure into the high alpine landscape. Our your traditional alpine mountain hut for the night. massif. If you are feeling energetic you may wish local representative will meet you at your hotel in to tackle a climb of Sunntiger Spitze at a heady Note: It is necessary to carry a day pack on day Garmisch at 6pm for a welcome meeting. They 2321m. 3 and 4 containing all your overnight will provide maps and answer any last minute requirements. Your main luggage will be Arriving at Halleranger Alm at the headwaters of questions you may have. transferred on to Scharnitz. the river you stay for 2 nights in cosy alpine hut accommodation, perfectly situated for Overnight: Garmisch-Partenkirchen - 3 Star Walk: 9.5km, 4.5 hrs, 1,500m ascent hotel exploring the Karwendel Massif. Overnight: Schachenhaus (alpine hut Walk: 5.6 - 19km, 2.5 - 5hrs, 550 - 800m ascent Hotel - Vier Jahreszeiten or Garmischer Hof accommodation - dormitory) DAY 2 Overnight: Halleranger Alm (alpine hut DAY 4 accommodation - dormitory) Round trip high altitude walk to the Walk to Scharnitz foot of Zugspitze DAY 6 Awake to clean crisp air amidst the high ACROSS THE TYROLEAN ALPS

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Rest day or summit tour of Additional Nights and Extensions better standard as those described and details Karwendel massif will all be sent to you. You can add additional nights at any point along Today you have the choice of a well earned rest the walk, please contact us for more details. Single Rooms day at your alpine hut amongst the high peaks of If you require single rooms within your party the Karwendel massif or, for the energetic a Tailor Made Holidays when staying in the hotels we would be happy to summit trek. Whichever you choose you will We are always more than happy to tailor our accommodate you although there is a single surely enjoy the natural spectacle that abounds. standard itineraries to suit. Just let us know what room supplement payable. you would like and we will be happy to arrange a Walk: 4.6km, 2.5hrs tailor made walking holiday. Solo Walkers Overnight: Halleranger Alm (alpine hut accommodation - dormitory) This holiday is not available for solo walkers due to the remote alpine nature of the walk. DAY 7 TOUR INFORMATION Meals Walk to Innsbruck Grade & Fitness A delicious breakfast is included each morning. The route leads you up a balcony path traversing Lunches, while not included may be picked up in several ridges to lead you in the Nordkette or This walking holiday is graded strenuous. The the villages before setting off. Dinner is not ‘North Chain’ peaks. A real highlight of your trip itinerary involves high alpine distance walking included so you are free to choose from the is reaching the summit station of Hafelekar at with steep ascents and descents along mountain available options each night. 2256m. Face south and you may gaze down at paths, which can be rocky and exposed in Innsbruck, capital of the Tyrol, in the Inn Valley nature. This requires prior experience and a Baggage Transfer good head for heights. You should be an far below. To the north you are presented with Your bags will be transferred between your experienced walker and have a good level of breathtaking views back across the Karwendel accommodation as per your itinerary. On day 3 walking fitness to get the most from this holiday. massif. From this point you can relax and board (Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Scachenhaus) and the Hafelkarbahn cable car to glide majestically Navigation day 4 (Schachenhaus to Scharnitz) it is down to Innsbruck. necessary to carry a day pack containing your The routes on this walk are sign posted and we Roam the winding medieval lanes of the 800 overnight requirements. We ask you to limit your provide you with detailed picture route notes to year old town suffused with the spirit of the luggage to one bag of up to 20kg per person. follow at each step. Hapsburg dynasty. You will surely wish to Equipment sample the famous Tyrolean speciality of ‘speck’, Accommodation aromatic Austrian smoked and cured hams, Your information pack has a detailed equipment possibly with a glass of schnapps before setting We specifically select your accommodation to list which includes standard walking gear such as off to take in the Nachleben (nightlife) against a ensure that you enjoy every minute of your stay. good walking boots or shoes, warm and backdrop of alpine peaks. They all offer a warm welcome to walkers, waterproof clothes and a day pack. traditional hospitality and delicious local food. Getting to Garmisch- Partenkirchen Walk: 12.2km, 6hrs, 650m ascent We aim to give you an authentic experience and use traditional cabin hut accommodation in the Garmisch Partenkirchen is located in Bavaria, Overnight: Innsbruck - 3 star hotel mountains where the sleeping arrangements are South Germany, it has a railway station and is DAY 8 in dormitories. The hotels in Garmisch- easily accessible by the following: Partenkichen, Scharnitz and Innsbruck are on a By Air - You can either fly into Munich Airport Onward Travel 3* basis with en-suite rooms. (Germany) or Innsbruck Airport (Austria). Both airports serve airlines both internationally and Your trip across the Tyrolean Alps finishes after Alternate accommodation breakfast, though you may wish to add further local . nights to enjoy the many attractions that During high season, you might be booked into a From Munich Airport - You can take a train Innsbruck has to offer. There are excellent different accommodation which is not listed in the directly from the airport to Munich and then a onward travel connections with flights from its description, and the start or end of some of your direct train to Garmisch (2hrs 30mins). Please international airport and long distance rail walking routes may be slightly altered. Any visit the DB Bahn Website to check times. services to major European cities. alternative accommodation will be of the same or ACROSS THE TYROLEAN ALPS

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