Gratlspitze Steinweg loop route

Demanding, varied mountain hike - the ultimate goal of every fun-loving hiker.

Length 12.1 km

Duration 6:15 h

Altitude

1083 hm

From the village centre car park walk through the village passing the church on the left. Turn left and follow the signs for "Thierberg". Follow the signs for "Steinweg" towards the "Hösljoch" (approx. 1 h 30 min) and turn left after the chapel taking the steep uphill path to Gratlspitze (approx. 2Bischofer Käsalm in the next curve) and the A6 path direction "Hausberg". Walk back to the starting point. Please note; there are some exposed sections between the ridge and the Bischofer Saddle - sure-footedness is a prerequisite!

Directions
Alpbach - walk through the village passing the church - turn left and follow the signs for "Thierberg" - follow the signs for "Steinweg" towards the "Hösljoch" (approx. 1 h 30 min) - turn left after the chapel taking the steep uphill path to Gratlspitze (approx. 2 h from the Hösljoch). Follow the descending route in a westerly direction to the Bischofer Saddle - Bischofer Alm - take the A6 path towards "Hausberg" - walk back to the starting point.

Author
Alpbachtal Tourismus

Safety guidelines
Please note; there are some exposed sections between the ridge and the Bischofer Saddle - sure-footedness is a prerequisite!

Author’s recommendation
TIP: be sure to take sufficient food and water (drinks) with you!

Round trip

Details

Max. Altitude	1893
Start	Alpbach village centre
End	Alpbach village centre
Public access	A12, motorway exit Kramsach/Brixlegg, towards Brixlegg, Alpbachtal, Alpbach
Public transport	www.vvt.at / no. 4074/bus stop: Alpbach Raika or Böglerhof
Parking	at the entrance to the village at the fire brigade building
Equipment	Sturdy footwear and protective clothing