09^Jun Mon
04:00

Hoher Göll (2522 m) – The Hohe Göll is the dominant mountain massif in the eastern Berchtesgaden Alps. The trails up this mighty panoramic mountain are all long and require a steady and sure-footed hiker.

Ascent over the Mannlgrat. A scenic via ferrata past countless towers, through small caves, and through a mighty rocky backdrop.

Type: Difficult mountain hike, C, 1+

Elevation gain: Approx. 1550m

Walking time: Ascent to Kehlsteinhaus: Approx. 2.00 hours, Hoher Göll: Approx. 3.30 hours, Descent: Schustersteig, approx. 3.00 hours

Points of Interest:

• Kehlsteinhaus (1820 m)
• Mannlgrat
• Hoher Göll (2522 m)
• Schustersteig
• Purtschellerhaus (1692 m)
• Oberzalzberg Documentation Center (Entrance Fee: 3 €)

Fitness level: High, very long climb

Technique: Moderate, exposed trails, sure-footedness required

Equipment: Hiking gear, Via-Ferrata-Kit, helmet, plenty of water!

Starting point: Parkplatz Ofnerboden (Day ticket: 9.50 €)

Warning: There is still a lot of snow left and requires absolute experience, surefootedness and appropriate equipment. Crampons and possibly an ice axe are recommended!

Note: Please contact me before joining. The event may be postponed at short notice due to bad weather.

“Climb the mountain not to plant your flag, but to embrace the challenge, enjoy the air and behold the view. Climb it so you can see the world, not so the world can see you.” – David McCullough Jr.

Disclaimer:

You are responsible for yourself. Hiking can be dangerous and I’m not a professional mountain guide. Hiking, backpacking, mountaineering, and other outdoor sports have inherent risks that may result in serious injury or death, including falls, falling objects, getting lost, heat and cold injury, and many more. By participating in outdoor activities, you assume all risk related to these activities. I do not and cannot know your individual skills and abilities. It is completely up to you to determine whether you have sufficient skills for a given trip before attempting that trip. Finally, I would like to clarify that to date no person who has accompanied me on my trips has been seriously injured. It is recommended to have DAV Membership/Insurance.