Karl-Handl-Steig

Karl-Handl-Steig is a 1.5-mile point-to-point route in Tyrol, Austria. It runs between about 7,770 ft and 10,210 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,540 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding mountain hiking, with rocky or exposed stretches where you need sure footing. Most of the way is gravel. It is mapped as a named hiking route, with the sections joined into one trail here. The nearest town is Pettneu am Arlberg, about 3.1 miles south of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Welskogel, Weißer Schrofen and Schmalzgrubenkopf. For camping, Austria Parks Arlberg and Arlberg-Panoramacamping are within about 6 miles. There are 2 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.