Gerzkopf

The Gerzkopf rises to 1,728 meters within the Salzburg Slate Alps, featuring gentle slopes covered in spruce forests and mountain pine belts.

The mountain area received protection status in 2006 when it became part of the European network of protected areas under the Flora-Fauna-Habitat directive.

At the summit stands a large bell that shepherds traditionally used to gather their sheep during summer grazing periods in the alpine pastures.

Multiple hiking trails lead to the peak, including an intermediate route from Neuberg spanning 7.94 kilometers with 520 meters of elevation gain.

The summit area contains a rare high moor environment with peat ponds supporting nine different dragonfly species and numerous orchid varieties.

Location: Salzburg

Elevation above the sea: 1,728 m

GPS coordinates: 47.46034,13.43050

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:55