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As of September 2025, the Zischgenscharte should no longer be climbed due to rockfall. An ascent from the Westfalenhaus to the Schöntalspitze is possible. To reach the Pforzheimer Hütte, the longer route via Zischgeles should be taken. It's best to check with the huts for up-to-date information before a tour.

Beautiful panoramic view of the Stubai Alps with glaciers, the Kalkkögel and thus three different rock formations right next to each other.

Dear hiking friends, We planned to hike from the Westfalenhaus via the Zischgenscharte to the Pforzheimer Hut on Thursday, July 17, 2025. This is a classic stage of the Sellrain Circuit. It had rained almost the entire day before, so the Zischgenscharte was probably very well covered in snow. We had neither gloves nor crampons with us. The hut warden at the Westfalenhaus forbade us from going over it. We then climbed around the bottom to the Pforzheimer Hut. We descended to Lüsens, took a taxi to St. Sigmund (€70), and climbed up to the hut. In retrospect, this was the better decision. You read about too many rescue operations in the Alps these days. Mostly by overconfident hikers without the appropriate equipment and preparation. Listen to the hut wardens and actively ask questions. Best wishes and have a good trip.

The Zwieselbachjoch, at 2,868 m, connects the Winnebachseehütte and the Schweinfurter Hütte. I was here on July 9, 1925, with about 30 cm of fresh snow. In good conditions, it's usually a pass that's easily accessible without any major difficulties, but for me this morning, the climb from the Winnebachseehütte was a strenuous one. I'm alone and the first one up.

Very nice pass, I agree with the previous speakers here. If anyone is looking for a special challenge, you can try the Kühtai Rodeo. Here is the official link: https://www.kuehtai.info/kuehtai-rodeo

The descent on the north side has been newly secured (August '24): new wire rope, well secured, and 2 short ladders. If you are climbing from the north, make sure you wait if someone is descending. Descenders can dislodge small stones, so wait outside the possible fall line!

Beautiful 🤩 Pro-tip: if you are coming up the east side, bring your lights with for visibility as some of the passes which are cut into the mountain are a bit dark.

What is missing on the ascent to Kühtai - the serpentines - is an advantage on the descent. Here you can really let your hair down. Be careful with the pasture grates. It is a good idea to have lights in the tunnels.