494 m away
Kalkogel Loop
An awe inspiring journey around the Kalkogel range, home to some of Tirol's most dramatic peaks.
Difficult Ski Touring
- Distance
- 19 km
- Ascent
- 1.4 km
- Descent
- 2.7 km
Ampferstein
Axamer Lizum
A perfect combination of a towering summit and exciting skiing.
Ski Touring Severe
- Distance
- 6.3 km
- Ascent
- 641 m
- Descent
- 1.4 km
- Duration
- 3-4 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.6 km
- High Point
- 2.5 km
- Gradient
- 50˚
This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be severe. It's very remote, it features medium exposure (e2) and is typically done between January and April. From a low point of 1.6 km to the maximum altitude of 2.5 km, the route covers 6.3 km, 641 vertical metres of ascent and 1395 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 3.3 and Labande grade 4. You'll need skins to complete it safely.
Description
This is a great line which is very much in the realm of ski mountaineering, whilst still being accessible from Axamer Lizum ski area.
Difficulty
Severe
Steep skiing at 38-45 degrees. This requires very good technique and the risk of falling has serious consequences.
Medium Exposure (E2)
As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Equipment required
- Skins
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Widdersberg Ost
An amazing peak that manages to feel wild despite its proximity to the ski area.
Moderate Ski Touring
- Distance
- 3.2 km
- Ascent
- 231 m
- Descent
- 675 m
933 m away
Hochtennspitze Nord-West 1
A narrow and exciting gully.
Difficult Ski Touring
- Distance
- 2.1 km
- Ascent
- 1 m
- Descent
- 699 m
1.2 km away
The Dohlen Nords
3 cracking couloirs which lead straight to a pub!
Difficult Ski Touring
- Distance
- 1.3 km
- Ascent
- 100 m
- Descent
- 273 m
1.3 km away
Widdersberg West
An exposed traverse leads to a lovely hanging face.
Difficult Ski Touring
- Distance
- 733 m
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 291 m
1.3 km away
Widdersberg Nord-ost Rinne
A very "out there" feeling line which is undeniably serious and takes you through some extraordinary mountain terrain.
Severe Ski Touring
- Distance
- 1.1 km
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 633 m
1.3 km away
Hochtennspitze Nord-West 2
A wide and beautiful couloir.
Difficult Ski Touring
- Distance
- 1.1 km
- Ascent
- 4 m
- Descent
- 495 m
2 km away
The 2 Cols - Widdersbergsattel and Schneidersattel
A great little lift assisted ski tour which begins at the top of the Olympiabahn lift and finishes at the bottom of it.
Moderate Ski Touring
- Distance
- 2.1 km
- Ascent
- 141 m
- Descent
- 553 m
2.1 km away
Ampferstein Couloir
The most famous couloir in Kalkkögel!
Difficult Ski Touring
- Distance
- 5.9 km
- Ascent
- 932 m
- Descent
- 932 m
3 km away
Nockspitze North-east Face
An exciting ski line which is visible from virtually all of Innsbruck city centre.
Severe Ski Touring
- Distance
- 3 km
- Ascent
- 444 m
- Descent
- 689 m
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Guidebooks in this area
5 routes · Ski Touring
5 Must-Do Ski Tours Around Innsbruck
49 routes · Freeride Skiing · Ski Touring
Charlie Boscoe's 50 Favourite Ski Adventures in Europe
6 routes · Ski Touring
6 of the Best Ski Tours from Axamer Lizum & Schlick 2000
25 routes · Ski Touring
The Ultimate Tirolian Ski Touring Ticklist
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