Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 23, 2024

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After 6.39 km for 782 m

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5.44 km

Hochalpe Hut

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sorry three years ago it was on July 21, 2017 and also today

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7.44 km

Widderstein Hut

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Nice cozy hut with food and drink, ideal for a rest. You can also stay overnight in the hut. The staff is very friendly.

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7.96 km

Gemstel Pass

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The Gemstel Pass in the Allgäu Alps connects Mittelberg in Kleinwalsertal with Hochkrumbach. The pass is at 1972 m below the Großer Widderstein. The Widdersteinhütte is located directly at the pass.

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9.21 km

View from the Obere Gemstelalpe

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Very rustic place to stop with delicious food and drinks. According to employees, the alp dates back to 1640. Beautiful view!

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9.64 km

Gemstel Valley Waterfall

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The gorge also runs here, a deep rock cut that the Gemstelbach has dug here over the years. The path is secured with ropes and railings at this narrow point. …

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10.4 km

Gemstelbachklamm Gorge

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Short very good and doubly secured gorge with a rushing waterfall. The gorge is very deep and requires a head for heights. There is a risk of slipping when it …

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11.3 km

You should definitely try the Kaiserschmarrn at Bernhards Gemstelalpe. No joke, one of the best Kaiserschmarrn. The rustic little house and the absolutely friendly service make this hut an absolute highlight in the Gemsteltal.

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15.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.17 km

7.01 km

329 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.51 km

4.96 km

3.66 km

401 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (2,070 m)

Lowest point (1,150 m)

Weather

Wednesday 25 February

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