Mountain hikes From Going up to the Astbergsee

Going am Wilden Kaiser /
Difficulty ratings: easy
Route length: 3.0 km

A beautiful tour up to the Astberg lake via the Hollenauer Kreuz with fantastic views

Tour information

  • Requirement: easy
  • Length: 3.0 km
  • Elevation uphill:465 hm
Highest point 1,251 m

Starting point

Astbergbahn valley station, Going (805 m)

Finishing point

Astbergsee, Going (1.251m)
  • Fitness level 2 / 6
  • Technique 2 / 6

Features

  • Suitable for families

Best time of year

  • January
  • February
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Trail condition

The composition of the trail varies between asphalt, forest road, trail, cart path, road, path, meadow path, gravel, forest trail.

Equipment

Rucksack, sturdy hiking/mountaineering boots with anti-slip treaded soles, weather-appropriate hiking gear (breathable), a change of clothes, sun protection (sunglasses, sun cream, lip protection, headgear), waterproofs (rain jacket/poncho, pocket umbrella, rucksack protector), cold protection (hat, gloves), sufficient food and drink, hiking poles (height adjustable) if required, first aid kit incl. rescue blanket and bivouac sack, mobile phone with fully charged battery, headlamp, plastic bag for waste, hiking map, route description and information materials (GPX track), ID, insurance card, cash

Description

Start this tour at the 'Lanzenweg' in Going.

Follow the Lanzenweg and after approx. 200 metres turn left onto hiking trail no. 6 and follow the path through meadows and forests until you reach the Hollenauer Kreuz. After a short rest on the small bench at the Hollenauer Kreuz, follow trail no.7, the Wilder Kaiser always at your back, until you reach the Astberg lake,  the "Kaiser’s Mirror" and enjoy it in its full splendor.
 
Take the same route back: hiking trail no. 7 from Astberg to Hollenauer Kreuz; hiking trail no. 6 from Hollenauer Kreuz to the starting point "Lanzenweg".
 

Getting here

  • Arrival by public transport

    KaiserJet or Postbus stops “Going Dorf”.
    More information at: www.wilderkaiser.info

  • Contact

    Zum Astbergsee
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