Difficulty:
difficult
Length:
84.3 km
Duration:
40:00 h
Elevation uphill:
5,085 m
The Gleischer Ferner created the natural terrace for the Pforzheimer Hütte. A wonderful vantage point for the perfect mountain dinner! Specialties of the house: dumplings and herb pancakes.
The unspoilt Gleirschtal valley offers intense impressions. From St. Sigmund in the Sellraintal valley, the route first leads to the Gleirschalm, then a little steeper along the Gleirschbach stream and up a moderately difficult mountain trail to the Pforzheimer Hütte, which is reached after just over two hours. It is situated on a pulpit and offers views of rewarding summit destinations. But first take a break and treat yourself to some Tyrolean specialties!
From the parking area in St. Sigmund, the trail heads south along a paved road to the Gleirschalm (approx. 25 minutes). The route then continues past blooming alpine meadows and rushing mountain streams deep into the picturesque Gleirsch Valley. After a steady but manageable ascent, you reach the rustic Pforzheimer Hütte – an ideal place to take a well-deserved break surrounded by mountain scenery.
The return follows the same route, offering new perspectives on the beautiful landscape.
