11^Aug Wed
17:00

We'll take advantage of the extended operating hours of the Austrian cable car on days with Fondue Abend (last car 21:30) to watch the sunset (20:35).

This hike is only for very fit and fast hikers, who don't need a via ferrata set. Do NOT join if you haven't climbed Zugspitze before. The expected duration from start to the top is about 3,5h or faster.

Alternative date in case of bad weather is August 18th (sunset 20:22).

Route: we use the northern (shade) Bayernsteig to Wiener Neustädter Hütte and continue directly to Stopselzieher (secured with ropes).

Technical Difficulty: This hike is NOT suitable for beginners. You have to be absolutely surefooted and no fear of heights. You must have previous experience with via ferrata (B) and UIAA I scrambling. You should have above average pace (>550m gain/hour) and stamina, and walking speed of about 6km/h in the flat parts. 

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Transport: We will go by car as the starting point is not easily accessible by public transport. We'll share the car expenses (no vignette required). The driver(s) may require passengers to pay in advance. Drivers should check whether all passenger fulfil the mandatory conditions (see below) and reject those who don't. Please read the car instructions carefully. If the hike or lift is cancelled or postponed, the drivers must reimburse the prepaid payments. Otherwise a passenger dropping out before departure must only be reimbursed if the driver can find a replacement. Car drivers must contact me first if they drop out.

Joining: Click on carpool. If a car has free seats, read the instructions and possibly join the car. Otherwise add yourself to the waiting list and regularly check for free seats. You are not automatically assigned to a car.

Legal disclaimer: This is not a guided tour. I merely organize the trip to the starting point with like-minded, qualified, properly equipped and reliable persons. Every participant must be able to navigate her/himself on the suggested route. If you join, you acknowledge that hiking is dangerous, you are fully responsible for yourself and that you have sufficient insurance (DAV, Bergrettung or similar).

Note: Please unjoin the event well in advance, if you don't want to come. You cannot unjoin the event when it is starting in less than 12 hours. No-shows will be recorded in your profile.