Due to forestry work, the direct access to Hochfeldernalm via the Gaistal valley (coming from Leutasch) will be closed from Monday, 13 July 2026, for approximately three weeks.
Please follow the route via Igelsee, continue to Ehrwalder Alm, and then return via Pestkapelle to reach Hochfeldernalm.
Start Point
St. Johann in Tirol
End Point
Arlbergpass
Difficulty
Hard
Total Distance
426,00 km
Descent Meters
30000 m
Highest Point
2870 m
Hiking
Best Time
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Emergency number
The position of each individual trail sign in the region was measured using a dedicated app and the data was transmitted to the Tyrol emergency control centre.
140
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Alpine emergency call (mountain rescue)
Guest card = ticket
The guest card is valid as a ticket for all public bus services in the region during your stay. The train ride between Seefeld and Scharnitz as well as the Wildmoos bus are also included. You will receive the guest card from your host in digital or printed form.
Long distance trails
"This hike underlines the fascinating contrast between alpine wilderness and city life, particularly on the Goetheweg Trail overlooking Innsbruck.", says Mike Rutter, mountain guide with the Austrian Alpine Club.
