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The morning sun initially reaches only the towering peaks of the Karwendel main rangePhoto: Johannes Renfordt, Community
Between the massive peaks of Lamsenspitze and Sonnjoch lies a low ridge, which depending on perspective can look inconspicuous to prominent, forming only two summits: in the west, the completely unknown Gramaijoch, in the east, the significantly more frequented Hahnkampl. While the Hahnkampl is characterized by rocky terrain, meadows and dwarf pines dominate Gramaijoch. The described crossing of the ridge thus promises sufficient variety!
From Eng, well-traveled paths lead up to Binsalm and increasingly more quietly on to Binssattel. Directly opposite entices the imposing Sonnjoch; the leftward Gramaijoch appears more inconspicuous. Over old, almost forgotten paths, it goes up to this inconspicuous summit, which scores with an unexpectedly beautiful deep view into Eng. After returning to Binssattel, the ascent to the much better-known Hahnkampl begins. The mountain panorama there is fundamentally very similar to Gramaijoch, additionally impressing are the views into the deeply incised Falzthurntal. The descent follows the somewhat caution-demanding but secured path into the (western) Lamsenjoch. From there, a short detour to Lamsenjochhütte is possible before mostly comfortable paths and trails lead back to Eng.
Author’s recommendation
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Safety information
The traversed paths and trails are overall in good condition.
However, surefootedness and a minimum level of head for heights are recommended, especially on the partly secured descent from Hahnkampl to the (western) Lamsenjoch. Orientation skills are helpful on the unmarked and signless ascent from Binssattel to Gramaijoch.
Tips and suggestions
Timetables for arrival and departure with public transport and possibilities of low-cost special tickets can be found at https://www.dbregiobus-bayern.de/angebot/freizeitbusse/rvo-rva/bergsteigerbus.Roadbook
From the bus stop directly opposite the Alpengasthof Eng, follow the continuation of the country road, which beyond the turning area is closed to motorized traffic. Immediately after crossing a stream, a signposted path branches off to the left leading towards Binsalm. It initially leads into the valley but soon veers to the right and reaches a forest road. Follow this forest road to the left and finally ascend via numerous switchbacks to Binsalm. Beyond the alpine farm buildings, the path increasingly turns right and after two switchbacks runs counterclockwise above the alpine meadows in a wide arc. After a distinctive right turn, a signposted path branches off to the left, continuing fairly gently uphill towards Lamsenjoch. Soon a forest road is reached again, branching sharply to the left and ascending a few meters through a hairpin turn. A few meters after the turn, a path heading left begins again, which initially crosses the mountain slope quite flatly. It then turns slightly right and, after numerous switchbacks, reaches Binssattel through a narrow passage in larch thickets.
Here several paths meet: while straight ahead goes to the mighty Sonnjoch, traces of paths lead left towards Gramaijoch. Initially, there is some confusion because both routes run fairly parallel along the flank of Gramaijoch for a while. Finally, the path turns left toward Gramaijoch and after a significant twist, traces of paths lead up to the nearby ridge summit. The peak now already appears very close, but the now good path surprisingly leaves the ridge to the left. After struggling through often narrow larch corridors, it returns to the ridge and a few moments later reaches the foot of the immediate summit rise. Those who wish can place a finger or two tips on the rock here and reach the unspectacular grassy summit. The view to the much higher neighboring peaks is magnificent and the deep view into the Eng is impressive!
After returning the same way to the Binssattel, now ascend on the opposite side to Hahnkampl. The path follows the elongated northwest ridge. Although this is somewhat laborious to walk due to its irregularity, it does not require any special technical skills. Step by step, the summit approaches — it is not so far to the second peak of the day.
The descent proceeds southeast, continuing the previous walking direction. The terrain initially becomes increasingly rough, but the path is well laid out and partly secured in sections. After some entertaining passages in rocky terrain, it becomes more comfortable again, and across gentle meadows the path finally reaches the (western) Lamsenjoch. Here a short detour to the nearby Lamsenjochhütte is recommended. For this, follow the path to the left, which crosses the partly steeply descending flank of the Lamsenspitze not quite level. Once on the other side, when the terrain in the (eastern) Lamsenjoch calms considerably, initially ignore the junction to Gramaialm. A few meters further, the path branches again: by various variants, the Lamsenjochhütte hidden behind the flag-adorned rock can quickly be reached.
Return the same way now to the (western) Lamsenjoch. From there, continue straight ahead and follow the path toward Eng. Soon a forest road is reached, which can occasionally be avoided by parallel paths. Whatever the decision, soon the morning junction to Binssattel is reached. Familiar paths from the way out now lead back to the starting point in Eng.
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
The starting point at Großer Ahornboden can be reached during the summer months as follows:
- Take the Bayerische Oberlandbahn to Lenggries. From there, numerous courses of the mountaineer's bus, line 9569 of RVO, run towards Eng on weekends. On weekdays, the bus service is unfortunately limited and not very practical.
- On weekdays, travel options are available from Garmisch-Partenkirchen via Krün and Wallgau towards Eng.
The route description begins and ends at the terminus of the bus lines.
Directions
The remote Rißtal in the heart of the Karwendel can be reached by car as follows:
- Take the A 8 Munich - Salzburg to the Holzkirchen interchange (97). There, take the B 318 to the Großhartpenning/Mitterdarching/Oberlaindern/Holzkirchen exit. In the center of Holzkirchen, turn left onto B 13 towards Bad Tölz and follow B 13 past Lenggries to the Sylvenstein reservoir. On the dam crest, turn right onto B 307, which leads left into a roundabout in Vorderriß. After crossing the border to Tyrol and passing the tidy village of Hinterriß, the Große Ahornboden is reached via the subsequent toll road, which can be driven to its end.
- From the Inn Valley, take the Inn Valley Autobahn Kufstein - Innsbruck to the Wiesing interchange (39). Continue on the Achenseestraße B 181 to Lake Achensee and further towards Achenpass. Shortly before this, turn left onto B 307 and follow it past Sylvensteinsee to Vorderriß; continue as before.
- From B 2, Garmisch-Partenkirchen - Mittenwald near Krün, take exit to B 11 heading towards Munich. Follow the federal road through Krün to Wallgau and shortly before Wallgau, turn right onto the toll road leading through the Isar Valley to Vorderriß. Continue as before.
The toll fee for a car from Hinterriß is €4.50 (as of October 2019).
Parking
Large parking lots are available directly at the end of the toll road at Großer Ahornboden. The parking fees are already included in the road toll to be paid behind Hinterriß.Coordinates
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Equipment
Sturdy footwear is mandatory for this route suggestion. Depending on preference, poles may be helpful for the descent sections.
Although there are two places to stop for refreshments, Binsalm and Lamsenjochhütte, food and sufficient drinks should be packed in the backpack.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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