Trekking In Austria's Zillertal Alps

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Discover the stunning wilderness of Austria's Zillertal Alps, where towering snow-covered peaks, expansive ridges, and vibrant alpine valleys set the scene for some of Europe's best hut-to-hut trekking adventures. This guidebook explores iconic routes and offers chances to conquer the region's highest summit.

An essential guide to four remarkable multi-day trekking routes in the Zillertal Alps, featuring breathtaking scenery and challenging ascents.

Perfect for seasoned trekkers with solid fitness, this detailed Cicerone guide presents four exceptional hut-to-hut routes across the Zillertal Alps. The book covers the legendary 80km Zillertal Rucksack Route (also called the Berliner Höhenweg), the 54km Peter Habeler Runde, the 45km Olperer Runde, and the 61km Zillertal South Tirol Tour.

Each trek showcases the area's spectacular mountain landscapes and offers optional climbs to nearby peaks, including glacier travel that demands mountaineering expertise. Highlights include summiting Hochfeiler, the highest peak in the region at 3510m, as well as exploring Grosser Moeseler.

The guide breaks down the routes into manageable stages:

• Zillertal Rucksack Route in 9 stages
• Peter Habeler Runde in 7 stages
• Olperer Runde in 6 stages
• Zillertal South Tirol Tour in 7 stages

Hikers can expect to walk 6-7 hours daily while carrying a full rucksack, with overnight stops in more than a dozen welcoming mountain huts. The book includes detailed 1:50,000 scale maps, downloadable GPX tracks, elevation profiles, and concise summaries of daily challenges and potential risks.

Additionally, a comprehensive hut directory provides information on facilities and seasonal opening dates, making this guide an invaluable companion for anyone aiming to explore the classic trails and peaks of the Zillertal Alps.

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