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Challenging long-distance hiking trails

Long-distance hiking trails are one of the best ways to discover Tirol's mighty mountains. After a long day of walking, there is a cosy hut with hearty food waiting for you at the end of the day. From famous classics to hidden gems - every adventure offers an intense mountain experience far away from everyday life.

- Difficultydifficult
- Length426.0 km
- Duration33 days
- Elevation uphill30,000 m
- Place / Brandenberger Alpen (Rofan)

426 kilometres, 30,000 metres in altitude, 33 stages across the whole of Tirol from east to west.
Route one in North Tirol comprises 24 stages from east to west, while route two in East Tirol crosses the mighty Glockner and Venediger Mountains in nine stages.
Seen from above, the route resembles the silhouette of an eagle gliding through the sky with its wings spread wide open.

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- Difficultydifficult
- Length71.0 km
- Duration7 days
- Elevation uphill5,300 m
- PlaceFinkenberg, Zillertal / Zillertaler Alpen

Spectacular views of the glacier-covered high mountains of the Zillertal Alps
Overnight stay at the listed Berliner Hütte with its magnificent dining room and stylish chandeliers
Length of the hike can be adjusted (there is the option of descending into the valley at each hut)

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- Difficultymedium
- Length138.6 km
- Duration9 days
- Elevation uphill10,316 m
- PlaceSee / Samnaungruppe

Experience authentic mountain culture and traditions up close
Fantastic views of the mighty Silvretta Mountains
Can be completed either as a circular hike with three overnight stays or as individual stages

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- Difficultydifficult
- Length84.5 km
- Duration45:00 h
- Elevation uphill6,773 m
- PlaceSteeg im Lechtal / Lechtaler Alpen

Attention: Due to renovation work, the Württembergerhaus is currently not open.

High alpine long-distance hike at an altitude of 2,000 to 2,500 metres
Part of the North Alpine long-distance hiking trail 01 and the European long-distance hiking trail E4
Challenging high-altitude trail, divided into up to 18 stages that can be hiked in 10 to 19 days

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High mountain hike in one of the most beautiful mountain regions of the Eastern Alps
Access in both directions and tour entry possible at every hut
the Stubai High Trail has been awarded the Tyrolean Mountain Trail Seal of Quality and is one of the most beautiful long-distance hiking trails in Tyrol

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- Difficultymedium
- Length150.0 km
- Duration26:50 h
- Elevation uphill9,100 m
- PlaceArnbach / Karnischer Hauptkamm

Trail leading along the former Austrian-Italian front line of the First World War
From Alta Pusteria (Italy) to Carinthia (Austria), with wonderful views of the Dolomites and 30 easy-to-climb summits
Daily stages can be divided up in a flexible way

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- Difficultydifficult
- Length60.0 km
- Duration38:50 h
- Elevation uphill5,500 m
- PlaceSteinach / Stubaier Alpen

Seven-day hike around the idyllic Gschnitztal Valley with its magnificent huts
Challenging long-distance hike on the Stubai High Trail and in the Tribulaun Mountains
Stages that can be shortened (every hut can be reached from the Gschnitztal Valley)

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Tirol offers some of the most challenging long-distance hiking trails in the Alps, which require a high level of physical fitness and alpine experience. These include the Eagle Walk, which is characterised by steep climbs and exposed paths in sections and requires a high level of fitness to complete. The Berlin High Trail in the Zillertal Alps, which is technically demanding and offers spectacular glacier views, is one of the most famous long-distance hiking trails in Austria. The Paznaun High Trail is characterised by alpine challenges and breathtaking panoramas. Other highlights are the Lech High Trail and the Stubai High Trail, which are only suitable for experienced hikers due to their alpine terrain and long stages.

The listed Tirolean long-distance hiking trails are particularly challenging due to their alpine nature. They often lead through high alpine regions with steep climbs, long stages and exposed passages. Trails such as the Berlin High Trail and the Eagle Walk require surefootedness, a head for heights and stamina. Hikers also encounter changing weather conditions, which requires good planning and suitable equipment. The combination of technical difficulty and physical challenge makes these trails an adventure for experienced mountaineers.

To complete the challenging long-distance hiking trails in Tirol, surefootedness and a head for heights are essential, especially on exposed passages. A good level of fitness is necessary to master long stages with large differences in altitude. Knowledge of meteorology and the ability to assess alpine dangers are just as important as the correct mastery of orientation techniques. Hikers should also be familiar with carrying a heavy rucksack and have basic first aid skills to be prepared in case of emergency. In addition, some of these long-distance hiking trails lead to altitudes just below 3000 metres. At this altitude, snow fields often have to be crossed, even in summer.

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Challenging long-distance hiking trails

01Eagle Walk

02Berlin High Trail

03Paznaun High Trail

04Lechtal High Trail

05Stubai High Trail

06Carnic High Trail

07Gschnitztal Hut Hike

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