Traunstein - Hernlersteig

Wonderful via ferrata above the shores of Lake Traunsee!

●W 416: Hernlersteig: walking time: 2 ½ -3 hours, difference in altitude 1269 m 4110/5303 300m before return point (Bründl)- Traunsteinplateau (power place pictogram)

Refreshment stops: Gh Hois'n, Mair-Alm, Gmundner Hütte and Traunsteinhaus



Gmundner Hütte: (1,666m) - Austrian Alpine Club

Mr Gerald Auinger, Tel. 0699/12643190

Overnight accommodation (34 campsites)

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Good physical condition and a head for heights are basic requirements to enjoy a beautiful tour on the Traunstein!



Traunsee via ferrata

Since 2006, the ascent via the Hernlersteig has offered the option of climbing the top 150 metres of altitude via the new Traunsee via ferrata. The Traunsee via ferrata is a difficult sport via ferrata (rated D), which is very well secured with a continuous wire rope and footholds. The entrance is located in the upper part of the Hernlersteig at the end of the so-called Brandgraben at an altitude of 1500 metres above sea level. After around 30 to 40 minutes of climbing, some of which is challenging, with fantastic and very airy views down to Lake Traunsee, you reach the guest garden of the Gmundnerhütte.



The via ferrata should only be attempted with appropriate climbing equipment (hip belt, via ferrata set and rockfall helmet).