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Mountain Hike recommended route Mountain Hike  · Totes Gebirge (eng. Dead Mountains)

Eibenberg (1598m) in the sunny south of Ebensee.

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  • The parking lots at Offenseebach offer plenty of space
    The parking lots at Offenseebach offer plenty of space
    Photo: Helmut Hadinger, Alpenverein Schwanenstadt

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    Easy mountain route which, however, requires surefootedness and a head for heights in the upper part.
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    Distance 7.1 km
    3:45 h
    956 m
    956 m
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    The Eibenberg got its name in the 16th century from the yew tree, also called the tree of death. The yew wood, deadly poisonous to humans, was prized for making bows. Especially in late autumn, when the fog does not lift in the lowlands and valleys, you can still soak up enough sun at Eibenberg. Even if there is already snow in the summit area, pleasant temperatures are found due to the heated southern slopes. With good visibility, there is a magnificent panoramic view from the Eibenberg. Starting from the Alpine foothills in the north, the Sengsengebirge in the east, the entire Dead Mountains in the south, and finally the Dachstein in the southwest. The Großglockner is also visible above the Hohe Schrott. The ascent poses no alpine demands. Surefootedness and a head for heights should, however, still be present.

    Author’s recommendation

    In summer, after the sweaty mountain route, the nearby Offensee provides a welcome refreshment. For those seeking more adventure, take the Offenseestraße downstream to the high bridge over the Offenseebach. (Limited parking available) Directly before the bridge, an inconspicuous path on the right leads down to the stream. After a few hundred meters upstream, you reach fantastic pools.
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    moderate
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    moderate

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    Highest point
    summit cross, 1,598 m
    Lowest point
    parking lot, 643 m
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    Track types

    Forested/wild trail 99.99%
    Forested/wild trail
    7.1 km
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    Safety information

    In snow, the path can sometimes be very muddy and therefore slippery. Special caution is required on the descent in the upper, steep section.

    Tips and suggestions

    Hike around the Offensee. Especially in late autumn a welcome conclusion to the mountain route.

    Roadbook

    From the parking lot back over the bridge of the Offenseebach. Immediately after the bridge begins the well-marked path. Initially flat through sparse beech forest. Later becoming increasingly steep, passing the Hiaslalm. In the upper part, there are some insignificant rock bands to overcome, which are partly equipped with footholds. Upon reaching the ridge, turn right and continue just a few altitude meters along path No. 425 over the Eibenbergschneid to the summit. Descent as ascent.
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    Public transport

    By train to the Steinkogel stop. From there either on foot (approx. 7 km!!) or with the brought-along bicycle to the parking lot.

    Directions

    From Ebensee on the B145 to the junction towards Offensee. After about 6 km, immediately after a bridge over the Offenseebach, two spacious parking lots on the left and right of the Offenseestraße.

    From Bad Ischl also on B145 towards Ebensee to the Offensee junction.

    Parking

    Normally, the two parking lots are never fully occupied. However, it can get tight late in the morning, especially on weekends.

    Coordinates

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    47.768564, 13.812098
    DMS
    47°46'06.8"N 13°48'43.6"E
    UTM
    33T 410992 5291260
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Author’s map recommendations

    Kompass hiking map No. 18 "Northern Salzkammergut" Or download at: http://www.kompass.de/online-karte.html

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    Equipment

    Apart from the usual mountain clothing and good footwear, no special equipment is required. Binoculars are recommended.

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    Parts of this content were machine translated from German.

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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    7.1 km
    Duration
    3:45 h
    Ascent
    956 m
    Descent
    956 m
    Highest point
    1,598 m
    Lowest point
    643 m
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