Rote Flüh, Mountain summit in Tyrol, Austria
Rote Flüh is a mountain summit in the Tannheim Mountains standing at around 2,100 meters elevation. Its slopes feature distinctive light grey Wetterstein limestone formations that create sharp rock structures visible across the valley.
The name derives from reddish-coloured limestone layers that become especially visible at sunset. The area has served as a mountain crossing and climbing destination for centuries in the local region.
The Tannheim Mountains region maintains traditional Tyrolean mountain practices, with local guides sharing knowledge of climbing techniques passed through generations.
You can reach the summit from several starting points including Musau, Nesselwängle, and the Haldensee area. Parking facilities and public transport connections are available at each of these trailhead locations.
The mountain offers more than 50 established climbing routes including the Friedberger Klettersteig and various via ferrata paths. These routes connect the summit to surrounding rock formations and create a network for climbers of different skill levels.
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