Kufsteinerland -
Via Ferrata
Scheffauer over Widauersteig
State
Locked until cancelled!
Difficulty
A / B
Via Ferata length
900 m
Via Ferata height
410 hm
Sea Level
1256
-
2111 m
Exposure
N
E
NW
Best season
Jun - Oct
GPS Position / Ascent
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Easy via ferrata to one of the most prominent peaks in the Kaisergebirge - the Scheffauer.
From the mountain station of the Kaiserlift, the trail first descends into the Gaisbachgraben before ascending again to the Kaindlhütte. From the Kaindlhütte, the route heads towards the Scheffauer, initially crossing an alpine meadow and then continuing through the forest. Upon emerging from the forest at the top, you bypass the large cirque on the right, traverse directly at the base of the wall back to the left, and reach the starting point of the via ferrata. From this point, the route is secured with steel cables at the most challenging sections and generously equipped with step brackets. The via ferrata begins with A/B sections, a few A sections, and an unprotected chimney exit. Upon reaching the transition towards Scheffau, you take the final ascent to the summit on the right via a well-maintained hiking path.In principle, the Widauersteig is also suitable for via ferrata beginners. The path is very well marked and well secured. Nevertheless, a head for heights and good surefootedness are required. Wearing a helmet is also recommended, as rocks can be triggered both by yourself and by other hikers.
Walking time approach
2 h
Climbing time
1:30 h
Walking time descent
3 h
Access
The first 800 meters of altitude up to Brentenjoch, can be done on foot, by bike or by lift. The starting point is the top station of the Kaiserlift. It is recommended to leave as early as possible in order not to miss the last descent with the Kaiserlift!
Descent
The descent follows the same course as the ascent.
Ambitious mountaineers can alternatively choose the descent via the south side in the direction of Scheffau and take the long way back via the Walleralm. In this case, the use of the lift is only possible for ascent or descent or for very fast hikers.
Ambitious mountaineers can alternatively choose the descent via the south side in the direction of Scheffau and take the long way back via the Walleralm. In this case, the use of the lift is only possible for ascent or descent or for very fast hikers.
Public transport
Take the city bus line 1 to the "Meraner Straße" stop. From there, it is about a 10-minute walk to the Kaiserlift. With the KufsteinerlandCard, bus rides within the region are free of charge.
Journey
From the Inntal freeway A12 take the exit Kufstein Nord. There follow the signs first in the direction of the center. At the traffic circle at Hofer take the 4th exit towards the center and from there follow the signs to the Kaiserlift.
Parking
Valley station Kaiserlift (chargeable)
