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The Großer Wildenkogel reaches an elevation of 2,093 meters above sea level, featuring steep slopes and exposed ridges in the Salzkammergut region.

The mountain paths around Großer Wildenkogel developed from traditional salt trading routes that connected Upper Austrian communities through the Alpine passages.

Local mountaineering clubs maintain the wooden summit cross and trail markers, continuing a century-old tradition of Alpine path preservation.

Climbers access the peak via the Ostgrat trail, classified as T5, requiring technical climbing equipment and advanced mountaineering experience.

The summit offers a direct view of 767 peaks in the Gmunden district, with an isolation distance of 11.9 kilometers to the next higher elevation.

GPS coordinates: 47.71244,13.79302

Latest update: March 23, 2025 07:58