Opening hours:Open today
Place:Pertisau am Achensee
:Restaurant, Alpine pasture / hut / mountain restaurant:vegetarian
An impressive traverse of the peaks in the northern Karwendel. This alpine mountain tour requires sure-footedness, a head for heights, and mountain experience on some steep and exposed climbing sections—qualities that the ibexes on the slopes of the Montscheinspitze impressively exemplify and that can almost always be observed there.
For anyone who is sure-footed, has a head for heights, and is comfortable with steep climbing sections rated at the first and second levels of difficulty, this is one of the most beautiful summit traverses in Tyrol for experienced alpine hikers. The thrilling route, close-up views of the entire Karwendel range—which spreads out impressively before you—as well as distant views all the way to the Hohe Tauern, and a high likelihood of spotting ibex make the Montscheinspitze traverse a truly special mountain tour in the Karwendel Nature Park. You’ll need to navigate rocky gullies, steep scree slopes, and steep ridge sections on a well-marked alpine route, both on the ascent and descent. With just a slight detour, a stop at the rustic Plumsjochhütte can be included in your day’s itinerary.
The hike starts at the Gern Alm (1,172 metres) and leads first to the Plumssattel. From here, a short detour of around 10 minutes leads to the Plumsjoch Hut. The route then continues to the Plumsjoch. The ascent is very steep, crossing the mountainside to the ridge and continuing to the summit (2,106 metres). Some sections are exposed and short scrambling passages require the use of hands. The descent leads via the Schleimssattel. A steep path with several switchbacks leads back into the Gerntal valley and finally to the starting point at the Gern Alm.
Please note: Sure-footedness and a head for heights are required for this alpine hike. The route can be walked in either direction.
Car park of the Gern Alm (free of charge)
