Big Gindelhorn and Leistenalm

Accessible by public transport

Train (within 15 minutes walking distance from starting point)
Public bus (within 15 minutes walking distance from starting point)

Characteristics

Skill

Fitness

The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty medium

Route 14,4 km

Time 5:30 h

Uphill 730 hm

Downhill 730 hm

Highest point 1250 m

From Stainach to Pürgg and via the Himmelsleiter to Gindlherndl. Downhill to Dachsteinblick and via Hof Rohrmoser and Leistenalm back to Stainach.

HEAVENLY. Leaving the castle behind you, you first head to Pürgg and continue via the swimming pool and the Himmelsleiter to the even more divine Gindlherndl. Downhill past the Dachsteinblick and via Hof Rohrmoser and Leistenalm back to Stainach.

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More information

From Liezen or Schladming, at the depature B320 to Stainach
Free Parking at the main square stainach

Start from the main square in Stainach and walk to the Red Cross building. From there, continue along the forest road to Pürgg, through the town, past the swimming pool and up the Himmelsleiter to Gindlherndl. After a short break - with a magnificent panoramic view and a summit book entry - you go downhill towards Gasthof Dachsteinblick, turn right and walk along the road to Hof Rohrmoser. On trail no. 288 you now hike via the Leistenalm back to Stainach.

Plan your tour in advance, taking into account walking time, route length, altitude difference, danger spots and weather forecast.Together is much more beautiful and at the same time safer in the mountains.
Do not go alone, if possible, and adapt the tour to the ability of your group.
Let them know where you are going and when you want to be back. Also sign hut or summit books.
Turn back in good time if the weather deteriorates. If you get caught in a thunderstorm, do not stay on the summit or ridge and stay away from individual trees. Wait out the storm, if possible in a crouching position.
Stay on the marked trails and remember to close pasture fences again.
Getting up the trail is only half the battle. Stay alert, especially on the descents, to make it back to the valley safely.In case of emergency, keep calm and call the mountain rescue on 140. If you have no reception, take out the sim card and dial 112.
If you encounter cows: It is best to pass above the herd with at least 50 meters distance. Stay calm, don't make any frantic movements and don't run away. Do not imitate cow sounds and do not try to pet the animals. A stick and loud shouting can often make the animals turn back in an emergency.
If you are a dog owner: Clarify before the hike if you have to cross a pasture. Keep your dog on a leash and make sure he stays calm. If a cow attacks, let the dog off the leash immediately. Never pick him up to defend him.
You can get detailed information on "Safe Mountain Hiking" from the Alpine Club. At www.alpenverein.at you can inform yourself comprehensively about it.

In your weatherproof backpack belong: Sun and rain protection, warm, windproof clothing, drinks and provisions, small first aid kit, hiking map and a fully charged cell phone.

Suitable footwear goes without saying.

Stop at the gasthof Dachsteinblick, good coffee and cakes

With the bus or train to Stainach

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Tourism information: www.schladming-dachstein.at

Tourist Office Schladming-Dachstein
Ramsauerstrasse 756
8970 Schladming
T: +43 3687 23310
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Garbage on meadows and paths can not smell mountain and valley. Please take it with you. Agriculture and forestry are important partners for Berg und Tal. They allow you to walk and drive on many of their paths. Be aware that only good cooperation will guarantee your recreational enjoyment in the future.

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