Vorarlberg · Hiking

Theodor-Praßler-Weg

4.3 mi
one way
2,634 ft
climb
7,996 ft
high point
Point to point
route

Theodor-Praßler-Weg is a 4.2-mile point-to-point route in Vorarlberg, Austria. It runs between about 6,940 ft and 8,000 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,630 ft of climbing one way. It is alpine hiking on rough, exposed ground where you may need your hands for balance; it is for experienced hikers. 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 Schröcken, about 2.0 miles south of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Zuger Hochlicht, Mohnenfluh and Butzenspitze. Wasserfall Zug is within about 3 miles. There are 6 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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