Summit hikes Summit hike: Mayrhofen Penken Kombibahn top station - Rastkogel

Schwendau, Zillertal / Tuxer Alpen
Difficulty ratings: difficult
Route length: 17.6 km
Duration: 6:30 h

Start your adventure at the Penken Kombibahn and conquer the Rastkogel at 2.762 meters! The trail takes you over the Wanglspitz through breathtaking mountain landscapes – a challenge rewarded with spectacular views.

Tour information

  • Requirement: difficult
  • Length: 17.6 km
  • Duration: 6:30 h
  • Elevation uphill:1,000 hm
  • Elevation downhill:1,000 hm
Highest point2,762 m

Starting point

Penken Kombibahn top station, 6290 Mayrhofen

Finishing point

Penken Kombibahn top station, 6290 Mayrhofen
  • Fitness level 4 / 6
  • Technique 4 / 6

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Trail condition

  • Wide gravel road up to Penkenjoch
  • Moderate ascent to Wanglspitz
  • Narrow and rocky path from Wanglspitz
  • Steep ascent to Rastkogel
  • Rocky sections
  • Sure-footedness required

Equipment

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Description

Start your hike at the Penken Kombibahn top station and follow the wide gravel road No. 23 to the left towards Penken/Penkenjoch. From there, trail No. 57 will lead you to Wanglspitz, 2.420 m. At the next junction, take trail No. 51, which will take you to the summit of Rastkogel, 2.762 m. Enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery along the way to your destination. This trail offers both challenge and reward. On the way back, simply follow the same route.

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