Heiligenblut Böses Weibl Langtalerseen | 3119m

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The varied hike with magnificent views leads along well-marked paths through the various climate and vegetation zones from what is probably the most beautiful mountain village in Austria - from Heiligenblut - to the foot of the Großglockner, the highest mountain in Austria.
From the parking spot we catch a route, the "Himmelschleife" – a hairpin bend below a striking rock face – continue straight ahead until the "Haritzer Steig" begins below the road at a farm. This very scenic trail leads to the Sattelalm, a working alpine pasture. We continue to the Briccius Chapel. Shortly after, at the fork in the path, turn left and cross to the other side of the valley. Here, at the impressive Leiter Waterfall, begins a steeper part of the trail, which is equipped with ropes for safety. Shortly after the Trogalm, cross the Leiterbach stream and, keeping to the right, follow the path to the Margaritzen Reservoir.
From here we follow the sign pointing the way up to the Stockerscharte.
The path up to the Stockerscharte is quite steep. Following the signpost towards Salmhütte (Wiener Hohenweg), the path begins to ascend slowly. Between grazing cows and marmots, the path quickly becomes steeper and winds upward in switchbacks, where with the help of your hands you climb over some easily manageable rocky sections to reach the Stockerscharte.
Once at the Stockerscharte (2,530 m) (between the first and third Leitenkopf), the strenuous ascent is rewarded with a magnificent view.
Now you follow the ridge towards the Salmhütte. Shortly after the Stockerscharte, there is a short rope-secured section to overcome, then the path continues gently and with a slight ascent into the Leitertal.
Now you have to say goodbye to the view of the Großglockner for a while – the way towards the Salmhütte continues on the other side of the ridge. It leads along the northern side of the mountain slopes of the second and third Leiterkopf, Schwertkopf and Schwerteck, repeatedly descending and ascending towards the Salmhütte. Stone runs and small streams frequently cross the path, making their way down into the left-sided Leitertal. Here flows the Leiterbach, fed by the glacier, whose strong roar can be heard up to the Wiener Hohenweg.
After about 2.5 hours, you finally reach the Salmhütte, which is already visible from afar by its red and white shutters.
The Salmhütte is a resting and overnight accommodation for many mountaineers on the way to the Großglockner. We might stop here for a short break depending on our timing. 
This is followed by a comfortable walk over meadows to the Glorerhütte in the Bergertörl. The steep ascent over the Glatzgang (approx. 100 m elevation gain) into the Leitertal offers two variants (secured path or simple hiking trail).
Finally, the Glorerhütte, which can already be recognized by its red and white shutters, is reached. Here we have dinner and we sleep for the night. 

The second day is a fantastic high-alpine traverse in the Glocknergruppe area, combining ridge feeling, a scenic col, and a rewarding summit before dropping into a classic hut approach where we gonna have a break before the long descent to the valley.

From the Glorer Hütte, you start by heading eastward on well-marked alpine paths that quickly leave the hut’s immediate basin. The first objective is the Peischlachtörl. Starting from Glorer Hütte, you follow the Eisenzeitweg (Iron Age Trail) east / southeast across open alpine slopes. This section is wide, grassy to rocky, and very “contour-like” with almost no real ascent. It’s a themed high-alpine trail that references Iron Age mining and settlement activity in the region, and it connects several historical and archaeological points above Kals.
At Peischlachtörl, the landscape opens dramatically. This is where the character of the route changes: from soft traversing terrain to a more rugged alpine environment. From here, you begin the ascent toward Böses Weibl. The climb is steady and never overly technical, but it becomes more alpine in feel—rocky paths, some loose sections, and increasingly impressive views. Behind you, the Glockner massif dominates the skyline; ahead, the Schober peaks start to feel closer and more intimate.

Reaching the summit of Böses Weibl is one of the highlights of the day. The summit is sharp, panoramic, and feels more remote than the approach suggests. From here you can really appreciate the contrast between the glacier-heavy giants to the west and the more jagged, quieter Schobergruppe terrain spreading out to the east and south. It’s a perfect place for a break, especially on a clear day when the visibility stretches far east Tirol.
From the summit, the descent toward the Elberfelder Hütte is long but beautiful. The trail drops gradually at first over alpine ridges and then more decisively into grassy slopes and rocky gullies. This side of the route feels increasingly peaceful—less dramatic than the summit section, but very atmospheric, with wide basins opening up and the hut gradually coming into view.

Arriving at the Elberfelder Hütte feels like stepping into a classic Schobergruppe refuge: remote, welcoming, and perfectly placed in a broad mountain amphitheatre. 
After a stop at the Elberfelder Hütte, we ascend approximately 100 meters in altitude past the Tiroler Wehr to the Horn Scharte junction. We get into a side valley of the Mölltal, "the Gößnitz", as it is called by locals, is a quiet and magical place in the middle of the Schober Group with its 44 three-thousand-metre peaks.
With the exception of a few dairymaids, the valley is completely uninhabited - and it is to remain so in the core zone of the Hohe Tauern National Park.
The trail then leads along the three Langtal lakes at an altitude of 2400-2500 meters. 
The Langtaler Seen are three remote alpine lakes (Vorderer, Mittlerer, Hinterer) located in the Schobergruppe in the Hohe Tauern National Park, above Heiligenblut in Carinthia at around 2,300–2,450 m.
The area features three crystal-clear mountain lakes set in a dramatic high-alpine basin, surrounded by steep peaks and untouched nature. It is a quiet and remote landscape, creating a strong feeling of wilderness and isolation.
It is one of the most beautiful and untouched alpine lake areas near Heiligenblut, known for its pure wilderness atmosphere, silence, and intense mountain colours. Shortly after the lakes, the trail descends steeply, crosses a pasture fence, and returns to the tree line. The path now leads through mountain pines and alpine meadows, past a hunting lodge and finally we are back to a comfortable path to our cars.

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By public transport:
    Train station near start point: Lienz Peggetz (24.2 Km from start point)
    Bus stop near start point: Heiligenblut Hotel Heiligblut (1497 m from start point)

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Salmhütte (2644 m):
    Location: Google maps

Glorerhütte (2651 m):
    Wikipedia: Wikipedia page
    Location: Google maps

Elberfelder Hütte (2346 m):
    Location: Google maps

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Highest point 3119m
Total gain 3729m
Total loss 3728m
Duration 25h29m
Distance 42.4Km
Rating 3522

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