Tyrol · Hiking

Schützensteig

1.0 mi
round trip
1,191 ft
climb
6,676 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Schützensteig is an out-and-back trail, 1.0 miles each way (2.0 miles round trip) in Tyrol, Austria. It runs between about 6,350 ft and 6,680 ft above sea level, with roughly 580 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding mountain hiking, with rocky or exposed stretches where you need sure footing. The nearest town is Pollingberg, about 2.3 miles south of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Brechten, Rauher Kopf and Archbrandköpfl. For camping, Pfadfinder Lagerplatz is within about 6 miles. There are 7 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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