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Start Point

Train station Gießenbach near Scharnitz

End Point

Train station Gießenbach near Scharnitz

Difficulty

Medium

Total Distance

12,50 km

Descent Meters

435 m

Ascent Meters

435 m

Highest Point

1457 m

Total Time

04:00 h

Map & Elevation Profile

Start Point

Train station Gießenbach near Scharnitz

End Point

Train station Gießenbach near Scharnitz

Difficulty

Medium

Total Distance

12,50 km

Descent Meters

435 m

Ascent Meters

435 m

Highest Point

1457 m

Total Time

04:00 h

Stamina

Technique

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In an emergency

Stay calm and call the emergency services.

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Alpine emergency call (mountain rescue)
Details

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.
Details

Hikes along rivers

Hiking tour

Hut hike

This hike takes you through the idyllic Gießenbach Valley to the Eppzirler Alm, combining stunning nature with a relaxing experience.

The hike starts at the small train station in Gießenbach near Scharnitz, or alternatively at the "Eppzirl" parking lot P5/P6. From here, the trail follows the river upstream through the picturesque Gießenbach Valley. The wide forest path starts off with a fairly steep incline but soon levels out, continuing gently alongside the crystal-clear mountain stream.

At a fork in the path, take the right turn. A short, steep ascent requires some extra effort here, but it is followed by a pleasant trail through shaded forest sections and across gentle alpine meadows, leading down to a small valley floor. The surroundings become increasingly open, and the peaceful landscape invites you to pause and take it all in.

The final stretch to the

Refreshment stops

A small inn in a rural setting. There are many signs and trees around the building.

Scharnitz

Ramona, inn, restaurant

Open, closes in 22 Minutes
A cozy mountain cabin with outdoor seating in a picturesque landscape. Impressive mountains rise in the background under a blue sky.

Scharnitz

Eppzirler Alm, hut

Open, closes in 22 Minutes

Infrastructure

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