Circular Hike: Steinberg - Vorderunnutz - Schönjochalm

This circular hike begins at the Liftstüberl car park in Hintersteinberg. First follow the trail to the south, then after 50 metres turn right and head towards the Gfaßsattel and Schönjochalm. The wide alpine path leads west through shady mountain forestland, veering north after a few kilometres towards the abandoned Kotalm (1,449 metres). It is here that the ascent to Vorderunnutz begins. The trail slowly becomes steeper and rockier. On a long flank at an altitude of about 1,900 metres the path becomes less steep again and you can enjoy the view of the Guffert and surrounding mountains. Shortly before reaching the summit you will get your first glimpse of the shimmering turquoise Lake Achensee far below.

The descent leads along a steep trail through mountain pines southwards to the Kögljoch ridge. Once there, turn left and follow the farm track down to the Schönjochalm (1,287 metres), where you can treat yourself to a well-deserved break. Then hike along the alpine path downhill back to Steinberg.