Via ferrata Via ferrata Hohe Mut

Take the Hohe Mut cable car from the center of Gurgl to the middle station. From there, follow the forest road for about 25 minutes until a trail branches off to the left. Follow this trail and after a few minutes, turn right to reach the start of the via ferrata. It is recommended to put on your via ferrata equipment at this junction to avoid delays for other climbers at the start. The approach to the via ferrata is well signposted. Total walking time from the Hohe Mut cable car middle station is 45 minutes. Access without cable car: If the cable car is closed, there is the option to hike from the center of Gurgl to the via ferrata entrance (approx. 1:15 h). You can also ride an (E)-bike to the middle station of the Hohe Mut Bahn (approx. 30 min) and hike from there to the entrance. Opening hours: www.gurgl.com/summer

From the exit of both via ferrata routes, marked paths lead to the Hohe-Mut cable car mountain station. From the easier, right-hand route, it takes about 15 minutes and a few vertical meters to reach the mountain station of the Hohe Mut cable car. The exit of the more difficult, left-hand route is already close to the Hohe-Mut cable car mountain station. The ideal way back to the valley is by cable car directly to the center of Gurgl. There is a refreshment stop at the Hohe Mut Alm, located right next to the Hohe Mut cable car mountain station. Descent without cable car: From the end of the via ferrata, follow the signs to the center of Gurgl. The recommended path is through the Zirbenwald, walking time: 1.5 hours. PLACES TO REST: You can find a place to rest at the Hohe Mut Alm, which is located right next to the top station of the Hohe Mut Bahn. Further opportunities for refreshment can be found by walking towards the town center at the Schönwieshütte or Zirben Alm. Opening hours: www.gurgl.com/summer

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