Schaufelspitze

Schaufelspitze is a mountain summit in the Stubai Alps that rises to about 3.332 meters and displays steep rocky faces. The peak features glacial formations and rocky slopes that define this part of the range.

The peak was first documented as climbed in 1862 when mountaineers Joseph Anton Specht and A. Taufer reached the summit via the northern route. This early exploration established the mountain as a destination in regional mountaineering history.

The mountain sits between the communities of Neustift im Stubaital and Sölden, where mountaineering has shaped local identity for generations. Climbers and hikers from these valleys continue to explore these peaks as part of their connection to the Alpine landscape.

Climbers typically use the Stubai Glacier lift to reach the Isidornieder station at about 3.158 meters, from where several routes lead to the peak. The routes demand climbing experience and sure-footedness, so visitors should prepare for demanding terrain.

The peak displays layered rock formations from Alpine mountain building that reflect millions of years of tectonic movement. These geological layers tell the story of continental shifts that have shaped the entire region.