Long-distance hike (from 4 days)

Kaiserblüte - Alpine Meadow Stage (Astberg-Hartkaiser)

This scenic stage through alpine pastures offers an immersive nature experience – with gentle high trails, lush meadows, rustic huts, and spectacular views of the Wilder Kaiser.

Easy

12,80 km

610 m

04:15 h

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Route

12,80 km

610 m

330 m

04:15 h

1579 m

Starting Point

Astbergbahn valley station, Going (805 m)

End Point

Hartkaiserbahn valley station, Ellmau (814 m)

What to do in an emergency? Call emergency number

140 - Mountain Rescue (Bergrettung)
112 - European Emergency Number
133 - Police
144 - Ambulance

Many routes have rescue points at the hiking signs, which can be used as a clear location identification in an emergency.

The Alpine Club provides tips for optimal preparation for mountain hiking.

SOS-EU-Alp App

The SOS EU ALP app allows you to determine your location (x,y coordinates) via your smartphone. In an emergency, this location data can be sent directly to the responsible control center (Tyrol, South Tyrol or Bavaria).

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Description

The hike begins at the Astberg chairlift car park, where you take a comfortable ride up to the Astberg. Start with a relaxing loop around the Astbergsee lake, where the Wilder Kaiser reveals itself in all its splendour. The route then continues opposite the Blattlalm and to the left of the Ponyalm stable, following trail no. 9 in the direction of the Rauher Kopf. Pass under the Sonnenlift and into the forest, where root-strewn trails lead you onward. At the next trail junction, continue straight on trail no. 9 until you reach Kathen and join a paved road. Here, a...

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