Arrival by public transport
From the train station Innsbruck are regulary running busses to Neustift - Neder.
The Ilmspitze is the rugged landmark par excellence - almost impregnable. it towers beautifully at the head of the Pinnistal valley.
The via ferrata on the Ilmspitze, built in 1986, is one of the most beautiful and interesting via ferrata routes in Austria.
Difficulty: A to B, many exposed passages C/D, also the descent is secured in places. descent is secured in places
Times / height differences:
Approach: (from the Karalm) 3 hrs. / 850 hm.
Via ferrata: 1.5 hrs / 280 hm
Descent: 2.5 - 4 hrs.
Starting point: Neustift, Karalm, 1560 m (hut taxi); Innsbrucker Hütte, 2369 m
Characteristic:
The via ferrata has been built in 1986 and belongs to the most beautiful and interesting via ferrata of Austria. Originally “Extra’s” change with exposed passages, cleverly getting over the steep “Dolomite-style” rock. The access is very long from both sides, so the Innsbruck Hut is an ideal base. Commendable is the 2-days excursion by passing the “Elferkofel via ferrata” the day before with overnight stay in the hut. The descent from the Ilmspitze leads unfortunately through very uncomfortable, brashly territory, in early summer there could be remaining snow. As well as the via ferrata, the descent demands absolute foot-sureness and experience. So not suitable for inexperienced hikers and children!
Difficulty: Difficult, many exposed passages C, then A to B; also descent partly secured, A to B
Danger: Danger of falling rocks at descent; Attention in early summer because of remaining snow (please ask the hut host!)
From the train station Innsbruck are regulary running busses to Neustift - Neder.
Parking at bus stop Neder (Gasthof Zegger)
Klettersteig Ilmspitz
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