Tourist trip to the Hochkönig area
Beautiful hikes, including climbing Hochkönig
Hochkönig is one of the highest peaks of the northern limestone Alps. In addition, it is a beautiful area of meadows and mountain cottages around the massif. It is possible to get to the top from practically all sides. The famous Königsweg tour and the simple Hochkeil lookout point are also beautiful. The area is ideal for an extended weekend
Arthurhaus - an ideal starting point for Hochkönig
The ideal starting point for Hochkönig is the mountain hotel Arthurhaus (1,500 m above sea level) at the end of a mountain road with a large car park. ** Recommended tourist itinerary **: – ** First day **: Hike Königsweg – ** Second and third day **: Ascent to Hochkönig normal, sleeping in a cottage on top. With enough strength, still ascent to the Hochkeil lookout. A faster alternative without having to return the same way is to climb Hochkönig directly from the Königsweg and return normally
Hike Königsweg
Beautiful march under the south wall of Hochkönig
The Königsweg hike, or the march from the Arthurhaus (1,502 m above sea level) to the Erichhütte (1,540 m above sea level), can only be part of a two-day circuit with an ascent to Hochkönig itself or a separate hike. In this case, however, you will have to go back the same way. Along the way, breathtaking views of the monumental southern wall of the Hochkönig and distant views of the Hohe Tauern continue reading
Ascent to Hochkönig
Ascent along the classic path to Hochkönig
Hochkönig is one of the most beautiful massifs in the northern limestone Alps. The normal classic ascent path starts at the mountain hotel Arthurhaus (1,505 m above sea level) and seems to bypass the eastern part of the massif, only to climb for a long time to the very top, where the Matras-Haus cottage stands. An ideal place to sleep. Expect approximately seven hours of ascent and more than 1,500 meters of elevation gain continue reading
Ascent to Hochkeil
View of Hochkönig
Hochkeil is a hill opposite Hochkönig, from which there is a beautiful view of the entire massif. The ascent is not difficult and takes between 30 and 60 minutes. It can also be ideal for families with children, as you walk a wide path all the way. continue reading
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