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First view of the Birkkarspitze.Photo: Thomas Finteis, Community
Author’s recommendation
It is advantageous to have already walked the route in summer.
It is essential to start the route at the latest at dusk to take advantage of the frozen crust and to avoid increasing avalanche danger and/or thawing of the snowpack after midday.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Safety information
The route should only be taken at the lowest avalanche warning level. The upper Schlauchkar is very steep, with both avalanche and fall hazards. At the Schlauchkarsattel, a more or less large cornice may have formed.
The length of the route should not be underestimated. Avalanche danger can increase during the day and/or the snow cover can become slushy.
Tips and suggestions
KarwendelhausRoadbook
From the parking lot, cross the road and follow the forest road towards Johannestal. At the signposts after about 1.5 km, turn left onto the path through the gorge. After crossing the stream in Johannestal, ascend to the Kleiner Ahornboden. There, take the signposted footpath to the right and not the gravel road. At the Hochalmsattel, keep left towards Karwendelhaus.
Behind the winter room, climb into the slope, cross it at the top between the avalanche barriers, and reach the right side into the Schlauchkar. First, ascend along the left slope past the first rock ledge, then continue more centrally upwards. At the upper end of the cirque, bypass the rock step on its left side and turn right into the hollow towards the Schlauchkarsattel.
On the saddle, overcome the cornice and go left to the Birkkarhütte. From there, ascend the summit not via the summer path but always keep left on the ridge to avoid crossing a very steep snow slope.
The descent follows the ascent route.
Directions
From the north via Sylvensteinsee and Vorderriss.Parking
Free hiking parking lot at the exit of Hinterriss.Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
Recommended maps for this region:
Equipment
Winter equipment, sufficient provisions as there are no refreshment options.
At the summit ridge after the Birkkarhütte, crampons can be advantageous depending on snow conditions.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
User Questions