Long-distance hike: Berliner Höhenweg (Zillertal Runde)

Finkenberg, Zillertal /
Difficulty ratings: difficult
Route length: 71 km
Duration: 35:00 h

6,660 vertical meters, 85 kilometers, eight days - the Berlin High Trail is not stingy with numbers, and it is beautiful to boot. After all, "our" Zillertal Alps provide spectacular views of peaks and glaciers practically non-stop. The huts are also impressive: from rustic to magnificent to steeped in history. And: every hut has valley access, which makes it flexible.

Tour character

The long-distance hiking trail in the heart of the Zillertal Alps High Mountain Nature Park is high alpine, close to the glacier, steep and exposed. It leads through spectacular mountain terrain and has truly earned its place among the most beautiful long-distance high-altitude hiking trails. For experienced and skilled mountaineers, this high alpine tour is pure enjoyment. Less experienced mountaineers can hike the Berliner Höhenweg in several stages or approach the experience as a guided tour with a group.

Tour information

  • Requirement: difficult
  • Length: 71 km
  • Duration: 35:00 h
  • Elevation uphill:5300 hm
  • Elevation downhill:5000 hm
Highest point 3,133 m

Starting point

Tennis court, Brunnhaus 404, 6292 Finkenberg

Finishing point

Ahorn cable car station, Ahornstraße 853, 6290 Mayrhofen
  • Fitness level 5 / 6
  • Technique 5 / 6

Features

  • Circular route
  • Multi-day hike

Best time of year

  • January
  • February
  • March
  • April
  • May
  • June
  • July
  • August
  • September
  • October
  • November
  • December

Wegbeschaffenheit

  • Challenging high-altitude trail
  • Well-marked, but with steep and exposed sections
  • Gravel and rocky paths
  • Boulder fields and some narrow trails
  • Sure-footedness and a head for heights required
  • High alpine terrain, sometimes over 3,000 m
  • Snowfields possible depending on the season
  • Several secured sections with cables and climbing passages
  • Huts available for rest and overnight stays

Ausrüstung

  • Crampons or light crampons depending on snow conditions
  • Harness and via ferrata set for the Friesenbergscharte and secured sections (optional)
  • Hiking boots with good grip
  • Weatherproof clothing (rain jacket, windproof)
  • Warm clothing in layers
  • Sun protection (sunscreen, sunglasses, hat)
  • Hiking poles (optional, but recommended)
  • Sufficient water and food
  • First aid kit
  • Hiking map or GPS
  • Headlamp for emergencies
  • Backpack with rain cover
  • Fully charged phone

Description

The Berliner Höhenweg leads through the heart of the Zillertal Alps High Mountain Nature Park – from the Gamshütte - Friesendberghaus - Olpererhütte - Furtschaglhaus - Berliner Hütte - Greizer Hütte to the Edelhütte. Magnificent views of the glaciated high mountain world await hikers, as well as wonderful insights into the natural beauty of this high alpine landscape.

The trail is demanding and suitable for experienced mountain hikers. Those tackling the entire route cover over 70 kilometers and ascend 5.300 meters in approximately a week. However, the length of the tour can be adjusted by each individual; there are descents to the valley from all the huts. From there, hikers can return to the starting point via public transportation.

Getting here

  • Contact

    Weitwanderung: Berliner Höhenweg (Zillertal Runde)
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