Hochganghaus Mountain Hut – Hochgangscharte (2,455 m) — Hochgang Pass loop from Vellau - Velloi

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Hochganghaus Mountain Hut – Hochgangscharte (2,455 m) — Hochgang Pass loop from Vellau - Velloi

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Hochganghaus Mountain Hut – Hochgangscharte (2,455 m) — Hochgang Pass loop from Vellau - Velloi

06:40

12.4km

1,020m

Mountaineering

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: August 11, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 3.06 km for 29 m

After 4.28 km for 3.83 km

After 9.29 km for 29 m

Waypoints

Start point

Restaurant

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518 m

Mittlere Kuhalm

Ruins

2.14 km

Suspension bridge over the Töllgraben

Highlight • Bridge

Sensational suspension bridge. Great experience to go over here :-).

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3.03 km

Hochganghaus Mountain Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The Hochganghaus was rebuilt in 2010. It is located on the Merano High Trail and is a great place to stop for a delicious meal. Definitely recommended.

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3.04 km

Path to Langsee Lake

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3.71 km

View of the valley and Merano

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Yes, as the name suggests. Anyone who has arrived here has covered the altitude difference :-)

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4.95 km

Langsee / Lago Lungo

Highlight • Lake

From the Leiteralm via the Hochganghaus climb up the Hichgangscharte. For experienced

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5.04 km

Hochgangscharte (2,455 m) — Hochgang Pass

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At 2,455 m you reach the end of the saddle and have a wonderful view of the Langsee. The ascent to this point is difficult, steep and often exposed. Better …

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6.06 km

Spronser Rötelspitze

Highlight • Summit

7.09 km

Ascent to the Hochgangscharte (Hochgang Pass)

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

This wonderful spot is located on a small hill in the immediate vicinity of the Hochganghaus. Two benches invite you to linger, and from up there, you can enjoy a stunning view of the valley.

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