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· Mühlbach am Hochkönig
Hochkönig summit route - Matrashaus. The shortest way from Arthurhaus
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Scenic summit hike to the highest mountain in Salzburg: the Hochkönig (2939m) with the Matrashaus. The 360-degree panoramic view from the summit is breathtaking!
One thing right away: This summit route with nearly 1,700 meters of elevation gain is only suitable for trained and experienced hikers or mountaineers!
You start at Arthurhaus in Mühlbach. To Mitterfeldalm, it is still easy along the forest road. Then you walk a bit past alpine meadows before the real ascent starts. The path leads up between the rocks to the Matrashaus. From the last third, there can be some snowfields. If it is not icy, crossing these snowfields is not difficult. The last meters are climbed via ladders. Then you are finally rewarded with a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view.
Please do not underestimate the descent. Since the path is very rocky, you must always be concentrated and walk carefully.
If you do the ascent and descent in one day, you must start very early. We recommend 4 / 5 a.m. For hotel guests at Aktivhotel Alpendorf we gladly prepare a mountaineer's breakfast.
Author’s recommendation
TIP: Take two days and stay overnight in the Matrashaus (directly on the summit). The sunset and sunrise are breathtaking!
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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Schutzhütte Matrashaus 2943 mSafety information
If you are already very exhausted halfway through the route, you should turn back! The descent is also very strenuous due to the rocky path and not to be underestimated! You have to concentrate a lot on the descent!
You must be sure-footed and free of fear of heights to complete the path.
If you do the ascent and descent in one day, you must start very early. We recommend 4 / 5 a.m. For hotel guests at Aktivhotel Alpendorf we gladly prepare a mountaineer's breakfast from 3:30 a.m.
Tips and suggestions
You can also find the description of the route at https://www.hotel-alpendorf.at/de/sommer/wandertipps.html
You can book the hut overnight stay here: www.matrashaus.at
Here you find the best packages for your active holiday in Salzburgerland: www.hotel-alpendorf.at
Roadbook
The start of the summit route is at Arthurhaus. From there, go right towards Mitterfeldalm. Pass by Mitterfeldalm and take the path left towards Hochkönig. From there, only a marked path leads to the Matrashaus / Hochkönig. The path marking with dots on many rocks and stones is very good. Further up, trail sticks also help with orientation. Especially helpful in snow. The last section goes over 3 ladders. You must not be afraid of heights on this path and must be sure-footed. We wish you lots of fun! TEAM Alpendorf
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Take the train to Bischofshofen and then the bus towards Mühlbach. In Mühlbach there is a hiking bus that takes you directly to Arthurhaus.Directions
From Salzburg, take the A10 towards Villach - exit Bischofshofen - at the end of the motorway take the exit to the town of Bischofshofen and choose the 2nd exit at the roundabout for Mühlbach. Just before the town of Mühlbach, there is a road to the right going up to Arthurhaus. You can park there (parking fee).Parking
Right next to Berggasthof Arthurhaus there is a paid and fenced parking lotCoordinates
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Equipment
Very good high mountain boots, first aid kit, headlamp, gloves & headband & warm jacket - at nearly 3000m it is cold even in high summer (especially with wind)Localization
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Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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