Gurlspitze, Mountain summit in Salzburg-Umgebung, Austria
Gurlspitze is a mountain summit in the Salzburg-Umgebung area that rises to 882 meters above sea level. The peak offers sweeping views across the surrounding valleys and the Berchtesgadener Alps.
The mountain served as a natural boundary between different settlements in the Salzburg region for centuries. This role shaped its importance to the surrounding communities across generations.
Local hiking traditions include regular group ascents to Gurlspitze summit, connecting residents with their mountainous heritage through organized community events.
The route to the summit starts at the Schwaitlalm parking area and follows a moderately challenging trail upward. The climb takes about half a day and is possible year-round, though conditions change significantly with the seasons.
The summit area experiences dramatic temperature swings between warm summers and well below freezing winters. These extreme shifts affect rainfall patterns significantly throughout the year.
GPS coordinates: 47.78797,13.14327
Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:29
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