Alpine Tours & Guided Ascents | Bergfried Alpine Hut

Glacier Crest & Panoramic Ridge Traverse

Moderate

⏱️ 5 - 6 hours 🏔️ +750 m / -750 m 🥾 11.5 km

Glacier Crest & Panoramic Ridge Traverse

A breathtaking high-alpine loop skirting the perimeter of the upper glacier moraine with panoramic vistas into three alpine valleys.

Highlights:

Sweeping vistas of glacier tongues and turquoise glacial tarns
Abundant alpine wildlife sightings (chamois, alpine marmots, golden eagles)
Rest stop at the historic 1920s stone shelter ridge

Guided: €65 per person (min. 4 hikers) | Self-guided: Free route map provided Explore Tour →

Challenging

⏱️ 7 - 8 hours 🏔️ +1,100 m / -1,100 m 🥾 13.8 km

Hoher Bergfried (3,120 m) Summit Ascent

Our flagship summit challenge: an exhilarating scramble across alpine block terrain and a short secured cable ridge to the summit cross.

Highlights:

Standing above 3,100 meters at the iconic wooden summit cross
Early morning sunrise over the main alpine ridge
Glacier and high-alpine geological interpretation by certified guide

Guided: €140 per person (includes UIAGM guide & technical safety gear) Explore Tour →

Easy to Moderate

⏱️ 3.5 - 4.5 hours 🏔️ +420 m / -420 m 🥾 8.2 km

Seven Emerald Tarns & Waterfall Circuit

A relaxed, scenic circular hike visiting pristine high-elevation meltwater lakes and roaring glacial streams.

Highlights:

Relaxing lakeside picnic spots with pristine alpine water
Incredible photography reflections during golden hour
Flora identification trail featuring rare protected alpine blossoms

Free self-guided route | Guided nature walk: €35 per person Explore Tour →

🛡️ Mountain Guide & Safety Note

All guided tours are led by certified UIAGM / IFMGA Austrian mountain guides. Route conditions, weather, and glacier stability are evaluated daily at 06:00. Private guides and customized group itineraries can be arranged with advance notice.