Berlin High Trail
Treking along the Berlin high trail
On the Berliner Höhenweg, mountain hikers can hike through genuine Alpine history. In the middle of the 19th century, the Zillertal was a hotbed of mountain climbing, and Ginzling was the mountaineering village of that time. In 1879, the Berliner Hütte was the first mountain hut in the Zillertal and has been protected as a historic monument since 1997. As early as 1889, the crossing from the Berliner Hütte over the Schönbichler Horn to the newly built Furtschaglhaus was developed as a high-altitude path.This passage was the basis of today’s network of Alpine paths. The Berliner Höhenweg leads through the heart of the Zillertal Alps Nature Park –from the Gamshütte to the Edelhütte. Vast views of the mountain scenery and its glaciers are awaiting mountain hikers as is wonderful insight into the natural beauty of this high Alpine landscape.
The Berlin High Trail is one of the "Great Walks Tirol" and a high alpine round tour with hut-to-hut hiking connections, during which you become acquainted with the primeval landscapes of the Zillertal Alps.
Date:
July - September
Price:
on request
Age
from 14 years
Duration:
7 days
Meeting point:
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Requirements
Program
Included
Organization
FAQs
Requirements
Physically-demanding high- altitude path that requires surefootedness and a head for heights. Each day’s stage may take up to 9 hrs.
Program
Day 1: Finkenberg 910m - Gamshütte 1921m
Day 2: Gamshütte 1921m – Friesenberghaus 2498m
Day 3: Friesenberghaus 2498m – Furtschagelhaus 2295m
Day 4: Furtschagelhaus 2295m – Berliner Hütte 2044m
Day 5: Berliner Hütte 2044m – Greizer Hütte 2227m
Day 6: Greizer Hütte 2227m – Kassler Hütte 2178m
Day 7: Kassler Hütte 2178m – Edelhütte 2238m
Included
Included:
- 7 touring days
- Organization
- Led by a state-certified IVBV mountain guide
- Hut accomodation with HB
Not included:
- Drinks
- Lift ticket Ahornbahn
Organization
You arrange your journey to meet up with us in the Ziller Valley and we take care of the entire organisation for your mountain adventure. Here you get everything from one source - the best all-round service - so to speak. We happily plan a high-altitude tour, via ferrata climbing, a rafting tour or a whole adventure weekend for you individually. We value quality over quantity. Mountain Sports as a licensed tour operator and alpine school is ideal for incredibly special adventures, such as unbelievable ski touring and adventure journeys in the Ziller Valley and all over the world. For all our trips, fun sport tours, and alpine tours – in winter and summer we naturally arrange hotel bookings and hut reservations. Most of the required tour equipment is included. According to our packing list you will see exactly what is provided by us and what you have to bring yourself. No matter where your adventure journey takes you – Mountain Sports is your reliable partner for all kinds of outdoor adventures.
FAQs
What should I pack in my rucksack?
What you need to pack in your rucksack and what is better left at home can be found in the packing list, which you will find in the detailed information of your tour. You should pay particular attention to your mountain boots. Category B/C compact ankle height shoes are ideal for multi-day tours.
What do I need to know about surefootedness and a head for heights?
If you want to go hiking in mountainous areas, you must be in good health and have a good level of physical fitness. In addition, it is important that you can walk safely in rough and also pathless terrain. The requirements are different for each tour and are explained in the detailed descriptions. There you will also find an overview. If you are not sure whether a tour suits you or not, then give us a call. We will be happy to advise you.
What rental equipment is included in the price?
You will find the rental equipment included in the tour description under "Services & Additional Costs". Rental equipment is included in all our guided tours. We also have equipment hire - if you are out on your own but have forgotten your crampons, you can get them from us.
How do I know what equipment I need for my tour?
You will receive a packing list from us. This will help you to find out what you need for your booked tour!
I don't need rental equipment; do I get a discount?
The provision of rental equipment is a service we offer our guests. Therefore, we cannot grant any discounts if you use your own equipment. Thank you for your understanding! t
What is a hut sleeping bag and what do I need it for?
A hut sleeping bag is either made of silk or cotton and is compulsory on every hut for hygienic reasons, as the duvets, pillowcases and mattress protectors cannot be washed every day. The hut sleeping bag protects you from direct contact with the blankets. We recommend a small silk hut sleeping bag with a small pack size and lighter weight.
Payment at the hut with debit card?
Payment with your debit card is rarely possible in mountain huts! It is therefore necessary to bring sufficient cash with you! Cable cars and hotels can usually be paid for with debit or credit card.
The weather forecast announces bad weather, when will a tour be cancelled / postponed?
Unfortunately, weather forecasts for the mountains are not always as accurate as one might imagine and some weather portals are simply unsuitable for forecasts in the mountains. A reliable forecast is only possible for the following three to five days. Although the 16-day forecasts in particular are popular, the significance is extremely limited. If the conditions are clearly bad and we have to cancel the tour for safety reasons, we will either arrange an alternative date together or you will get your deposit back.
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