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Sonnspitze

Saalbach Hinterglemm and Saalfelden Leogang

Medium tour over ridge to the Spieleckkogel.

Hiking Difficult

Distance
11 km
Ascent
970 m
Descent
907 m
Duration
3-4 hrs
Low Point
1.2 km
High Point
2 km
Gradient
15˚
Sonnspitze Map

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's an unknown remoteness, it features unknown exposure and is typically done in an unknown time of year. From a low point of 1.2 km to the maximum altitude of 2 km, the route covers 11 km, 970 vertical metres of ascent and 907 vertical metres of descent.

Description

At first, head along a forest road, later over beautiful alpine pastures past old mountain huts and over to the summit. The ridge to the Spielckkogel is somehwat demanding. On the way you can always observe marmots.

Difficulty

Difficult

Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.