Multi day hikes from hut-to-hut. The Kaiserkrone 3 days’ hut-to-hut hike Eagle Walk & St. James Way www.wilderkaiser.info kaiserkrone_weitwandern_wilder kaiser_2016_EN_CS6.indd 1 23.05.16 11:25 The area hiking map Wanderkarte 1:25.000 Wilder Kaiser WanderkarteNEU! Reiß- und wetterfest! Ellmau € 6,90 (1:25.000) is Going Scheffau available in Söll Ellmau, Going, Scheffau and Söll tourist www.wilderkaiser.info offices. 2 Multi day hikes kaiserkrone_weitwandern_wilder kaiser_2016_EN_CS6.indd 2 23.05.16 11:25 Signs and symbols l medium difficulty ! Length of route , Altitude difference uphill/ * Highest point downhill • Starting point ` Walking time ˚ Parking The Kaiserkrone (5 days) 3 days’ hut-to-hut hike www.wilderkaiser.info 3 kaiserkrone_weitwandern_wilder kaiser_2016_EN_CS6.indd 3 23.05.16 11:25 3 4 kaiserkrone_weitwandern_wilder kaiser_2016_EN_CS6.indd 4 23.05.16 11:25 4 2 1 Etappe 1 Etappe 2 Etappe 3 2000 m 1800 m 1600 m 1400 m 1200 m 1000 m 800 m 600 m 0 10 20 30 40 50 65 km 4 kaiserkrone_weitwandern_wilder kaiser_2016_EN_CS6.indd 5 23.05.16 11:25 5 Etappe 3 Etappe 4 Etappe 5 2000 m 1800 m 1600 m 1400 m 1200 m 1000 m 800 m 600 m 0 10 20 30 40 50 65 km 4 Multi day hikes kaiserkrone_weitwandern_wilder kaiser_2016_EN_CS6.indd 6 23.05.16 11:26 Multi-day hikes in the Wilder Kaiser - a unique experience. The unmistakable shape of yourself in a fascinating the mountain massif stan- mountain world full of sto- ding free and its bountiful ries and discover their magic fauna and flora are all part of on a multi day hike from the captivation of the Kaiser hut-to-hut. mountain range conserva- Whether on a 5 day Kai- tion area. The mystical aura serkrone (Emperor‘s crown) of the „Kaiser“ has inspired circling around the massif, or many myths about many of on the shorter 3 day hut-to- its outstanding rock forma- hut hike version over a long tions. The first summiting of weekend along the south the peaks, the development side, or on the Adlerweg of the new style of climbing (Eagles Way) or the Jakbob- technique or the break- sweg (St. James Way) – the through of the climbing Wilder Kaiser has something fraternity‘s scale of difficulty for everyone which will form on the famous „Fleischbank“ their own powerful moun- are the source of many tain experience. interesting tales – immerse THEMEs Kaiserkrone overview 4 Kaiserkrone stages 1-5 8 3 days‘ hut-to-hut hike 22 Tour planning 24 The Eagle Walk – Adlerweg 32 St. James Way – Jakobsweg 33 www.wilderkaiser.info 7 kaiserkrone_weitwandern_wilder kaiser_2016_EN_CS6.indd 7 23.05.16 11:26 The Kaiserkrone (Emperor‘s Crown). Wild and free. One of Tirol‘s loveliests multi- day hikes. The „Kaiserkrone“ takes along the Kasierkrone you you on a five day hike along have fabulous views from the old paths around the Chiemsee to Großglockner; massif of the Wilder Kaiser. from the Rofan mountains The mountain rules loftily to the Hohe Tauern. Immer- over the Sölllandl valley, se yourself in a unique and both grand yet inviting and varied mountain world full rugged yet mellow. On this of stories and myths. Disco- hike from hut-to-hut you ver the multifaceted nature will experience fascinating of the Kaiser Mountains rock formations, cool forests, conservation area with its crystal clear lakes and luxu- impressive animal and plant riant pastures. All the way worlds. SummitLynx the way to get the Kaiser’s Crown walking badge on your smart Collecting stamps online. phone. Collect the Kaiserkrone and 3 days’ hut-to-hut hike digital walking badge with Summit Lynx! (DetailsPage 31) 8 The Kaiserkrone kaiserkrone_weitwandern_wilder kaiser_2016_EN_CS6.indd 8 23.05.16 11:26 The five day tour with each stage ranging bet- ween eight and sixteen kilometres appeals to classic mountain hikers. The average walking times l medium (without breaks) are between ! 65 km 5 and 8 hours per day. The ˙ 5,000 metres path is of medium difficulty ˜ (red), has six different 5,000 metres entry and exit points and * 1,813 m highest point numerous huts along the ` 30 - 35 hours route, what facilitates a very • Hike starting point Hüttling, flexible and individual route Going planning. Please make your reservations directly with the Season: depending on accomodations well in advance. snow levels, from the Experienced alpinists beginning of June until looking for a challenge can mid-October. build the harder alternative Requirements: Surefooted- routes, impressive summits ness and a head for heights or a transition of the Kaiser Parking in Going: Public into their Kaiserkrone itin- car park next to the fire erary. station (free), car park at the Badesee lido (limited spaces, free). Long term parking is not permitted at the hike starting point Hüttling, chargeable to- wing is in force. You can find detailed informa- tion to plan your hike (access points, alternative routes, tips, GPX-Tracks etc.) on www.wilderkaiser.info/ the-kaiserkrone www.wilderkaiser.info 9 kaiserkrone_weitwandern_wilder kaiser_2016_EN_CS6.indd 9 23.05.16 11:26 Good to know! Orientation, degree of difficulty and hiking with a guide. How to find the path? The route is marked by a white crown on a blue back- ground sticker on signposts Kaiserkrone and is shown in dark blue on the walking map. You can find the GPS-Tracks on the internet: maps.wilderkaiser.info Who is the Kaiserkrone „Mountain paths of medium suitable for? difficulty (red) are often narrow Hiking paths are basically and steep and can be exposed divided into three classifica- in parts. They can include tions: Hiking paths (easy), secured sections where it is Mountain paths (medium to advantageous to use the hands difficult) and Alpine Routes for additional support. These (very difficult). paths should only be attempted by sure-footed, hardy hikers All stages of the Kaiser- who have alpine experience krone are of tours of and are suitably equipped for medium difficulty (red the mountainous terrain. The mountain path). appropriate signs are coloured yellow and indicate the diffi- Tip: culty with a red dot.“ You can find photos of the individual stages including the key points on www.wilderkaiser.info/ kaiserkrone 10 Route planning kaiserkrone_weitwandern_wilder kaiser_2016_EN_CS6.indd 10 23.05.16 11:26 The Kaiserkrone with a Attention passionate Guide? hikers: You haven´t much expe- It is particularly worthwhile rience of long distance to use the services of a hikes and would like some certified mountain guide for extra security on the route difficult alternative routes, around the Wilder Kaiser climbing summits and tack- massif? Then complete the ling the via ferrata. Kaiserkrone with a certified mountain or walking guide You can find all contact from the region. As well as details on the additional safety in every www.wilderkaiser.info/ situation, you will be spoiled bergfuehrer with many fascinating tales about the areas and people along the way. Free from the organisation and difficult decision making you can concentrate on the beauty of the tour. Arriving by train How do I book the accom- Hikers arriving by train modation? should start in Kufstein. It To book the overnight is around a half hour‘s walk stays along the Kaiserkrone from Kufstein station to the contact the accommodation bottom station of the Kaiser- directly in plenty of time lift. The new one man by email or phone (contact chair lift takes you quickly details listed in each of the up to Brentenjoch, then it is stages). To reserve rooms an hour’s walk to the Kaindl- before and after the tour in hütte which is on stage 3 of the valley, we are happy to the Kaiserkrone. The first help you at the Wilder Kai- night is spent at the Strip- ser Tourist Office. Luggage senjochhaus and five days la- transport is not possible on ter the Kaiserlift can be used the Kaiserkrone. again to get back down to Kufstein. www.wilderkaiser.info 11 kaiserkrone_weitwandern_wilder kaiser_2016_EN_CS6.indd 11 23.05.16 11:26 1 Kaiserkrone l Stage 1 Going, Hüttling → Obere Regalm → Brennender Palven → Gaudeamushütte → Klamml → Grutten hütte l medium Experience the rugged rock faces ! 8 km close up and enjoy the best Kaiser- ˙ 1,250 metres schmarren! ˜ Start in Going, Hüttling (820 m). Forest 450 metres track 817 leads over Graspoint Nieder- * 1,620 m alm and onto the Wilder-Kaiser-Steig highest point path 827 as far as Obere Regalm ` 5 hours (1,313 m) over alpine pastures and up • Hike starting to Brennender Palven (1,572 m). The point Hüttling, climb up is rewarded with stunning Going (parking panoramic views, this is where the possibilities on p. 9) famous Bergsteigergrab is – the grave of the famous local mountain climber known as „Koasamuch“. Path 824 drops down westwards to the Gaudeamus- Y Graspoint Niederalm hütte ( 1,263m) where the Leichtfried T: +43 (0) 664 88690750 family tempt you in with their home- [email protected] (open... depending on the weather) made cakes and magnificent view of the Y Obere Regalm Ellmauer Tor. Weary T: +43 (0) 664 1309164 legs can have a respite and relax here at [email protected] www.regalm.at the first overnight stop, otherwise the (open...depending on the weather: hike continues along the trail 824/813 Wed, Sat & Sun 9:30-17:00) YU Gaudeamushütte towards the Gruttenhütte (approx 1 – 1 T: +43 (0) 5358 2262 ½ hours) via the Klamml gorge. The [email protected] www.kaisergebirge-online.de/ narrow trail through the steep gorge is huetten/gaudeamushuette secured with a ladder and iron clamps N no dogs allowed (be careful of falling rocks from hikers YU Gruttenhütte T: +43 (0) 5358 2242 od.