Idyllically tucked away in a mountain hollow, the Laponesalm is a hut in the upper Gschnitztal Valley combining wonderful views with healthy and hearty local food. Alpine pastures and log cabins are scattered throughout the 320 hectares of alpine grazing area surrounding the hut. Laponesalm, which is a popular day trip destination for families, is easy to access via a path suitable for pushchairs.
Alpine Walk
Starting point
Gasthof Feuerstein
Hike to
Laponesalm
Finishing point
Gasthof Feuerstein
Mountain chain
Stubai Alps
Length
6.1 km
Total hiking time
2h
Features
- Wheelchair-accessible Hiking Route
- Circular hike
Difficulty rating
easy (hiking trails)
Altitude
1,470m
Elevation uphill 260m
Vertical metres downhill 260m
Fitness level
Technique
Best time of year
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* These are approximate values and recommendations. Please take your personal fitness level, technical ability and the current weather conditions into account. Tirol Werbung cannot guarantee that the information provided is correct and accepts no liability.
Public transport
- Accessible using public transport
Bus route 4146, get off at stop Gschnitz Gasthof Feuerstein
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Trail description
The ascent begins at the large car park behind the Gasthof Feuerstein and continues along the banks of the Gschnitzbach river.
Simply turn around and follow the same route back for your return journey.
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