Hämmerkogel

Characteristics

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The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty medium

Route 11,5 km

Time 5:30 h

Uphill 970 hm

Downhill 970 hm

Highest point 2253 m

A lonely alpine and summit hike at its best - over the Weinmeisterboden and the Siebenbründltal to the Hämmerkogel.

In the Seckauer Tauern, the last snowfields are melting day by day. Right now it is particularly beautiful in the alpine terrain, although the trail conditions can be strenuous at times. Although the paths are mostly dry, there are snow-covered or wet spots that are very slippery. The powerful murmur of the streams and the calm mirror-smooth surface of the lakes exude a special charm. Early summer is slowly beginning in the mountains and with it the alpine bush blossoms. On this long-distance hike we take our time, enjoy the pleasant hiking temperatures, occasionally observe marmots and chamois and see the first alpine flowers. The hiking trail leads over a softly shaped cirque landscape to the Hämmerkogel, which is rich in views. For athletically ambitious mountaineers, the "encore" would be the Seckauer Zinken (2397 m), which can be hiked over a connecting ridge. Conclusion: A powerful mountain tour in the Murtal region.

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More information

Motorway S 36 (exit St. Lorenzen/Feistritz)

Murtal side road L 518 to Feistritz or St. Marein

From there away to Wasserleith further into the Feristritzgraben; driving possibility to the car park at Untere Bodenhütte

Car Park Untere Bodenhütte

We start at the Untere Bodenhütte (1385 m). Via a forest road we reach the turn-off. A clearly recognisable trail leads uphill through the forest. We cross a forest road and reach the Obere Bodenhütte (not managed) via the Weinmeisterboden. Immediately behind the hut lies - somewhat hidden - the Schwarzlacke (1619 m), a recommendable detour. At the hut we keep to the right and hike uphill following the Feistritzbach stream to the extensive cirque above the Siebenbründl. Once at the ridge, we turn left onto the Hämmerkogel (2253 m), where we enjoy the view of the Goldlacke and the Seckauer Zinken. The descent is via the ascent route.

For a conflict-free coexistence on alpine pastures and meadows it is important to observe a few rules, especially when traveling with dogs. (Source: www.sichere-almen.at )

Avoid contact with grazing animals, do not feed them, keep a safe distance!

Keep calm, do not frighten grazing animals!

Mother cows protect their calves. Avoid encounters between mother cows and dogs!

Always keep dogs under control and on a short leash. If an attack by a grazing animal is foreseeable: Immediately unleash!

Do not leave hiking trails on alpine pastures and meadows!

If grazing animals block the way, avoid them as far as possible!

When grazing animals approach: Stay calm, do not turn your back, avoid the animals!

Leave the grazing area quickly at the first sign of restlessness of the animals!Fences must be respected!

If there is a gate, use it, then close it well and cross the pasture quickly!

Treat the people working here, nature and the animals with respect!

A few tips for correct and fair behavior in the forest: (Source: www.bundesforste.at)

Hikers should avoid visits to the forest about 1.5 hours before sunrise and after sunset, as wildlife is especially active during this time.

Plastic bottles, handkerchiefs, cigarette butts & Co have no place in the forest! Please make sure that you do not leave any trash in the forest.

Camping and making fire - is strictly forbidden in the forest!

In principle, each person is allowed to collect 2 kg of mushrooms and berries per day for personal use in the forest. It is only forbidden if the forest owner expressly forbids it.

Alpine emergency call:

Mountain rescue emergency number: 140

EU emergency number: 112

Weather service: www.zamg.ac.at

Direct link mountain weather Styria: https://www.zamg.ac.at/cms/de/wetter/produkte-und-services/bergwetter/steiermark

Backpack with rain cover

Telescopic / hiking poles

Mountain / hiking boots

Gloves: waterproof and warming

Headgear / sunglasses

Outerwear: Onion layer system, T-shirt, sweater, jacket and winter jacket with hood

Hiking pants