Opening hours:Open today
Place:Scharnitz
:Alpine pasture / hut / mountain restaurant
This challenging hike starts in Scharnitz, leads through the stunning Gleirschklamm Gorge, and continues through alpine landscapes to the Solsteinhaus, where breathtaking views and a cozy hut await.
Forest roads, woodland paths, and gravel trails.
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Sturdy hiking shoes, functional clothing, a backpack, water, snacks, alpine experience, and sure-footedness are necessary for this tour!
Also recommended: a hiking map or GPS, a first aid kit, sun protection, hiking poles, and an emergency blanket.
This challenging hike along the edge of the Karwendel range takes you through steep ascents, narrow trails, and the spectacular Gleirschklamm Gorge, with the Solsteinhaus as the perfect destination for a well-deserved break. Those with surefootedness and stamina will be rewarded with breathtaking views and unforgettable nature experiences.
Starting from the Scharnitz Nature Park Information Center, the route leads to the rustic Scharnitzer Alm and continues along the so-called Nederweg to the entrance of the Gleirschklamm Gorge. Caution: the narrow trail through this wild and romantic gorge is suitable only for surefooted hikers! In return, you'll be treated to impressive rock formations, small waterfalls, and crystal-clear waters. After exiting the gorge, the path transitions to a forest road, which you follow left, descending briefly before climbing again to reach the Gleirschtal forest road.
Following this road further into the valley, you'll arrive at the Kristenalm junction. Turn right here and continue to the Kristenalm. If time and energy allow, it's a great spot for a short break before proceeding along the forest road to a stream crossing.
After crossing the stream, continue for 20 meters, then follow the signpost on the right towards the Solsteinhaus via a narrow trail. The path initially winds through forest, crosses a scree slope, and leads through a stretch of dwarf pines before reaching the Solsteinhaus. From the Solsteinhaus, take trail no. 213 towards Hochzirl, passing the Solnalm and continuing through the Brunntal to Hochzirl. From the Hochzirl train station, you can take the train back to Scharnitz.
Tip: For those who want to go even higher, extend the hike with a 2-hour ascent to the Großer Solstein (2,541 m). An overnight stay at the Solsteinhaus is recommended for this addition. At the summit, you’ll enjoy panoramic views stretching from the Zugspitze in the west, across the Karwendel mountains to the north, and as far as the Stubai and Zillertal ranges to the south.
By train to Scharnitz train station, then a 10-minute walk to the starting point at the Nature Park Information Center.
All real-time connections can be found in the route planner.
