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 begins at the Gern Alm (1,172 meters) and leads first to the Plumssattel. From there, you can take a 10-minute detour to the Plumsjochhütte. The route then continues on to the Plumsjoch. The ascent is very steep, cutting across the slope to the ridge and continuing to the summit (2,106 meters); in places, the trail is exposed and requires the use of your hands on short climbing sections. The descent leads over the Schleimssattel. A steep, switchback trail leads back down into the Gerntal valley and finally to the starting point at the Gern Alm.
Note: A head for heights and sure-footedness are required for this alpine hike. The loop can also be hiked in the opposite direction.
Parking lot at the Gern Alm (free of charge)
