Ritterkopf

The Ritterkopf summit rises to 3,006 meters in elevation, forming a natural boundary between the Krumltal and Hüttwinkltal valleys in the Goldberg Group.

Mining operations conducted in the Ritterkar cirque during the 16th century focused on extracting gold deposits from the mountain's mineral-rich slopes.

Local mountaineering traditions center around the challenging ascent routes of Ritterkopf, which require specific technical skills and careful navigation through unmarked paths.

The standard climbing route starts at Alpengasthof Bodenhaus inn and follows the eastern arête, demanding a full day for completion with 1,800 meters of elevation gain.

Mineral collectors seek out the mountain's deposits of rock crystal, pyrite, and actinolite, which are scattered throughout the mountainside's geological formations.

Location: Rauris

Elevation above the sea: 3,006 m

GPS coordinates: 47.10264,12.94913

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:49