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The use of snowshoes is dependent on the chosen route. In Heiligenblut, there are eight clearly marked winter hiking paths with detailed descriptions. Snowshoes mostly come into play when we venture deeper into the Hohe Tauern National Park – the largest winter hiking territory in the Eastern Alps. Adventurers, explorers and recreational hikers are all equally catered for.
Walk, rest, enjoy
Early morning is the best time of day to set out on a winter hike. The temperatures are gradually pushed up by the rising sun, the views of the surrounding mountains become more stunning by the minute. Eight winter hiking trails offer something for everyone: the Empress Elisabeth trail takes us to the Gipperalm alpine pastures, while the Schareck summit trail begins at an altitude of over 2500 metres. In between there is the Heiligenblut circular trail, the snowy paradise of the Fallbichl, the circular trail to Apriach’s high-alpine pastures, and so much more.
Winter hiking paths – a brief summary
- Empress Elisabeth trail to the Gipperalm alpine pastures - 4 km, altitude difference 330 m, duration 1,5 h (one way)
- Apriacher Almen circular trail - 7 km, altitude difference 300 m, duration 3.5 h
- Schareck summit circular trail - 600 m, altitude difference 20 m, duration 40 min
- Kasereck panorama trail - 1.5 km, altitude difference 150 m, duration 1.5 h (one way)
- Fallbichl snow paradise - 500 m, altitude difference 80 m, duration 30 min (one way)
- Heiligenblut circular trail - 2,5 km, altitude difference 60 m, duration 1 h
- Kräuterwand winter hiking trail - 3,5 km, altitude difference 180 hm, duration 1.5 h (one way)
- Pockhorn winter hiking trail - 3,5 km, altidude difference 220 hm, duration 1.5 h (one way)
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The Natural World of the Hohe Tauern National Park ...
… becomes tangible when you discover it on snowshoes. The Hohe Tauern National Park and its surrounding mountains count as the largest winter hiking territory in the Eastern Alps. Embrace the amazing feeling of walking in nature – whether you are an adventurer, explorer or recreational hiker. The Hohe Tauern National Park Rangers are available to offer fascinating insights into this amazing environment, and will happily take you on wildlife observation trips into the realm of ibex, chamois, snow hares and much more.
Feeling in the mood to do some winter hiking?
Whether you choose a valley path or snowshoe hike, with or without a National Park Ranger, on the lookout for animal tracks or simply to get some great exercise: winter hiking is both exhilarating and serene. If this sounds like something you might love, we’ll be delighted to help you plan your holiday in Heiligenblut.
For further information on any part of your holiday, don’t hesitate to contact us, send us a no-obligation holiday enquiry, or phone us on +43 4824 2700-20.
