Lechtal Alps

The Lechtal Alps form the largest mountain chain of the Northern Limestone Alps, stretching across Tyrol and Vorarlberg. The range contains numerous peaks and valleys that take hikers through different elevations and landscapes.

The range takes its name from the Lech River, which begins in Vorarlberg and flows northward through the mountains into Germany. This river has shaped the region's geography and historical connections for centuries.

Mountaineers traveling through here rely on the twenty mountain huts run by the Alpine Association as stopping points. These shelters have become meeting places where visitors rest and share stories about their journeys.

The European long-distance hiking trail E5 and two sections of the Via Alpina traverse the mountain range with clearly marked paths for multi-day treks. Visitors should prepare for changing mountain weather and bring appropriate gear.

The Parseierspitze stands as the only peak above 3,000 meters in the Northern Limestone Alps, reaching 3,036 meters. This distinction makes it a special destination for mountaineers exploring the range.

Location: Tyrol

Location: Vorarlberg

Elevation above the sea: 3,036 m

Made from material: sedimentary rock

Part of: North Tyrol Limestone Alps

Shares border with: Lechquellen Mountains, Allgäu Alps, Ammergau Alps, Ötztal Alps, Samnaun Alps, Verwall Alps, Wetterstein and Mieming Range

GPS coordinates: 47.17440,10.47830

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:08