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One of the most beautiful and well-secured via ferratas. Impressive in terms of landscape and easily accessible by cable car.
From the mountain station of the Alpspitzbahn at Osterfelderkopf, an alpine climbing area of the highest class opens up. Even for non-climbers, there are a few "delicacies" offered here. Foremost is the Alpspitz Ferrata, which is excellently developed with its footholds and steel cables. The ascent via the via ferrata to the breathtaking view at the summit cross of probably the most distinctive peak of the Wetterstein mountains is highly recommended both for via ferrata lovers and beginners with appropriate equipment.
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The mountain guides accompany you on all tours, show you the most beautiful spots, and always have one or another insider tip. Especially in the Alpspitze area, there are many interesting tours that you can safely explore with a mountain guide.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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Safety information
The via ferrata should only be attempted with sufficient mountain experience and with a via ferrata set and helmet. In early summer or also late autumn, there might still/be already snow! Surefootedness, freedom from dizziness and sufficient fitness are absolutely necessary.
Alpine emergency number Tel: 112 (Mountain Rescue).
Pay attention to the current weather conditions.
Tips and suggestions
www.zugspitze.de (for cable car times)
Roadbook
From the mountain station of the Alpspitzbahn at 2,050 m, you walk past the mountain rescue hut to the base of the northern face of the mighty Alpspitze. From there, follow the sign "Ferrata" to the entry of the via ferrata. From here, the path is clearly marked by the alpine red marking and the iron fixtures. The via ferrata, equipped with iron ladders and footholds, leads you directly to the Alpspitz summit (2,628 m). After a well-deserved break at the summit cross, begin the descent via the Nordwandsteig, (alpine marking: red dots) until you return to the foot of the Alpspitze northern face back to the Osterfelderkopf (signposted).
Variants: Another ascent or descent option exists via the Grießkarscharte (2,460 m), which you can reach either via the Höllentalanger hut in the Höllental and over the Matthaisenkar (via ferrata) or from the Stuibensee over the Grießkar.
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
- By train to Garmisch - Partenkirchen station.
- By local bus line 322 to Kreuzeck-/Alpspitzbahn.
- By cog railway to Kreuzeck-/Alpspitzbahn.
- MVV timetable information
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Author’s map recommendations
GaPa hiking guide with KOMPASS hiking map (1:35,000)
More info at +49 8821 180 700
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Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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