Best trails near Ruine Alte Blaueishütte

Demanding and adventurous ascent to the Schärtenspitze, Bavaria. The Schärtenspitze is a popular summit destination above the Blaueishütte. Nevertheless, it is a challenging mountain climb (KS 1/2), which is partially secured. Please note: practice, surefootedness, a head for heights, and fitness are required! The starting point is the Seeklause car park in Hintersee. From there, a beautiful but constantly steep path leads to the Blauseishütte past the Schärtenalm. From the Blaueishütte,...

Demanding panoramic tour to the Hochkalter, Bavaria The Hochkalter crossing is a classic, highly demanding mountain tour in the Berchtesgaden Alps, which requires a high level of technical climbing skills and expert endurance. The route requires absolute surefootedness and a head for heights for the long, exposed ridge crossing, which has unsecured climbing sections up to UIAA grade II. Climbers must carry a helmet for safety on the exposed ridge and for the slippery descent through the...

Challenging and panoramic circular hike near Ramsau/Berchtesgaden, Bavaria. This beautiful but challenging circular rewards with spectacular views of the Bavarian Alps. The trail is very steep in places and leads along secured paths (with ropes). Being sure-footed is definitely required. From Ramsau (pay and display car park at the timber storage area), the trail leads uphill on well-maintained paths via the managed Schärtenalm to the Blaueishütte. There is a great spot to take a break...

The route explores the high-alpine world above the picturesque Hintersee and leads directly to the Blaueis, a remnant of the last ice age. The Blaueishütte provides a resting spot amidst jagged peaks where Golden Eagles can often be seen circling in the thermals. For the further ascent toward Kleinkalter, alpine experience and sturdy footwear are necessary as the path transitions into rocky terrain. Historically, the location is shaped by the forces of nature; the original hut was destroyed...