Via ferrata 5-summit via ferrata - Hochiss

C/D

1:30 h

180 hm

The 5-summit via ferrata in the Rofan mountains offers steep ferrata passages and hiking sections over a length of 2 kilometres. It connects five peaks with routes of varying difficulty.

Information

Requirement: C/D
Duration: 1:30 h
Duration: 1:30 h
Elevation difference: 180 hm

Topography

5-summit via ferrata - Hochiss

Sea level starting point

1840 m

Sea level approach

2119 m

Sea level highest point

2299 m

Sea level end point

2299 m

Approach

From the top station of the Rofan cable car in Maurach, follow the signposted trail in the direction of Hochiss until you see the sign "Abzweigung Klettersteig".

Descent

From the summit, descend on the signposted hiking trail back to the top station of the Rofan cable car.

Walking time descent

1:30 h

Best time of year

January
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Route description

At 2,299 metres, the Hochiss is the highest mountain in the Rofan mountains and offers unique rock. The most impressive section is the summit face.

Getting here

Arrival by public transport
Exit bus-stop: Maurach Rofan Seilbahn
Parking
Car park Rofanseilbahn no. 1 or 2
Contact
5-Gipfel-Klettersteig - Hochiss

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