Salzburg · Hiking

Hochkaser via Vorderkaser

3.5 mi
one way
2,520 ft
climb
4,966 ft
high point
Point to point
route

Hochkaser via Vorderkaser is a 3.5-mile point-to-point route in Salzburg, Austria. It runs between about 3,180 ft and 4,970 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,520 ft of climbing one way. It is a mountain path with steeper and uneven sections, so wear proper hiking shoes. Most of the way is dirt. It is mapped as a named hiking route, with the sections joined into one trail here. The nearest town is Sankt Martin bei Lofer, about 3.1 miles south of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Schnappen, Windegg and Ödenberg. For camping, OEAV Campingplatz "Ferienwiese" and Falkensteiner Camping Grubhof are within about 6 miles. There are 8 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.

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Conditions and forecast

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