Gscheideggkogel

After the start at the parking lot Hinterradmer (1), 993 m, we follow the wooden signs in the direction of Schafböden along the Haselbach stream to the first crossroads. There, after crossing a small stream on the right, we go comfortably uphill in serpentines to the junction Schafbödenalm - Neuburgeralm, 1255m. Now we follow the forest road on the left, then the ascent tracks of the ski tourers up to the Schafbödenalm (2), 1583m. Here we already have free alpine pastures in front of us and enjoy the view. We continue - again following the ski touring ascent tracks - in a northerly direction to the ridge, where we are rewarded with wonderful views of both our destination, the Gscheideggkogel and the Lugauer (Styrian Matterhorn). Now follows a small counter ascent. To avoid any snow cornices, we keep slightly below the ridge until we reach the Gscheideggkogel (3), 1788m. The descent follows the ascent route with possible shortcuts between the switchbacks.

When choosing a snowshoe tour, weather, snow and avalanche situation are essential criteria. Basically, the decision of the tour depends on your own experience and basic physical condition. In advance, factors such as weather, avalanche situation report and equipment must be clarified in detail. A clear description of how to prepare for a snowshoe hike can be found in the Rother Snowshoe Guide Styria from page 14 to 20. Even if you have prepared perfectly, you must also take into account the given weather and snow conditions and the physical condition of the day during the hike itself. Thus, there is one important basic rule: please turn around if the hike becomes too strenuous or if the external conditions require it.

Walking times: The indicated walking time is to be understood as a guideline, as it depends on the snow conditions, the terrain and the presence of a trail. The individual condition and the stamina for strenuous trail work also play an important role. Sometimes the duration of the tour can change considerably due to large amounts of new snow, broken slush, soft sulzing snow, etc.

Alpine emergency call:

Mountain rescue emergency number: 140

EU emergency number: 112

Avalanche info:

www.lawine-steiermark.at

Weather service:

www.zamg.ac.at

Direct link mountain weather Styria:

https://www.zamg.ac.at/cms/de/wetter/produkte-und-services/bergwetter/steiermark

Apart from the most necessary equipment, such as snowshoes, poles, etc., we recommend that you bring orientation aids (bus pole, map, GPS), avalanche transceiver, probe and shovel. We have taken this checklist from the Rother Snowshoe Guide Styria and summarized it for you, so that it will be helpful for your next snowshoe hike.

• Snowshoes
• Telescopic poles with snow plate
• Waterproof mountain boots or lined winter mountain boots
• Backpack: If the snowshoes have to be carried, a backpack with a lid buckle is necessary.
• Gloves: waterproof and warming
• Headgear
• Gaiters: If there are no closable leg cuffs on the pants.
• Pants: Ski pants are rather not recommended, because they are often too warm, but we need waterproof and warming pants.
• Warming outerwear: Onion layering system, t-shirt, sweater, jacket and winter jacket with hood.
• Sunglasses: Very important, as snow reflects up to 95% of the light.
• Creams: Protective measures for the skin are important against both the sun and the cold.
• Headlamp: In winter it gets dark early, especially in the forest it can often be very dark when dusk begins.
• Thermos: On cooler days a warming drink is pleasant.
• Snack
• First aid kit

Other important items of equipment:

• Cell phone
• Tour description
• Map: For overview a map in scale 1:50.000 of the respective region and a detailed plan of the hike
• GPS
• deviceavalanche transceiver (LVS), shovel and probe

This list and also the safety instructions have been summarized by the authors of the Rother Snowshoe Guide Styria. You are welcome to use these texts, but we kindly ask you to mention the copyright "Rother Schneeschuhführer Steiermark".

• In general, all winter tourists in this area should inform themselves about the designated winter resting zones for wildlife and the associated ban on entering the area at the Gesäuse National Park.
• The indicated walking time is to be understood as a guideline, as it depends on the snow conditions, the terrain and the presence of a trail. The individual's physical condition and stamina for strenuous trail work also play an important role. Sometimes the duration of the tour can change considerably due to large amounts of new snow, broken slush, soft sulzing snow, etc.

General information about public transport in the region: www.verbundlinie.at

Infos:

Nationalpark Gesäuse, Tel. +43 3613 2116020, www.nationalpark.co.at

Possibility to stop and spend the night:

Gasthof Erzberg, 8795 Radmer, Stube 51, Tel. +43 3635 2145, www.gh-erzberg.at

Freytag & Berndt Wander-, Rad- und Freizeitkarte Nationalpark Gesäuse, Admont, Eisenerz WK 5062

Freytag & Berndt Wander-, Rad- und Freizeitkarte Nationalpark Gesäuse, Admont, Eisenerz

Sarcletti S., Zienitzer E., (2. Auflage 2018): Schneeschuhführer Steiermark – Vom Dachstein bis zum Steirischen Weinland. Bergverlag Rother GmbH, München, S. 176. Für weitere Infos hier klicken.

Tour 35 im Rother Schneeschuhführer Steiermark

Schneeweiß C., (2012): Schneeschuhgehen – Praxiswissen vom Profi zu Ausrüstung, Technik und Sicherheit. Bruckmann Verlag GmbH, München, S.192