Description
Starting point parking lot at the Bärenbadalm:
The Zillergrund can be reached via a toll road (the Zillergrund Alpenstraße), which leads to the parking lot at the Bärenbadalm at the end.
From the parking lot in front of the Zillergrund reservoir dam, a challenging but very scenic hike leads to the St. Valentin chapel at 2,275 m above sea level. The tour requires surefootedness and rewards you with magnificent views of the reservoir and the Zillertal Alps.
Hike details:
Character: Challenging, requires good fitness and alpine experience.
Difference in altitude: approx. 800 meters in ascent.
Walking time (pure walking time): Approx. 4.5 hours.
Refreshment options: Alpengasthaus Adlerblick at the dam wall or the Bärenbadalm, which you reach again at the end of the tour.
Special features: The steep ascent leads through avalanche barriers. The chapel itself is decorated with a colorful mosaic window.
Tip: Pay attention to the opening hours of the restaurants and the current trail conditions. The tour is only suitable for experienced hikers.
Practical information
- Meeting point
- Reception
- Address
- Zillergrund 903
- Bookable
- No