Hoher Gleirsch, Mountain summit in Karwendel Range, Tyrol, Austria
The Hoher Gleirsch rises to 2,492 meters in elevation, featuring steep rocky slopes and extensive alpine meadows across its rugged terrain.
The mountain has served as a natural boundary marker between different Alpine communities since the medieval period, guiding travelers through the Karwendel range.
Local mountaineering groups maintain traditional climbing routes to the summit, preserving centuries-old pathways used by generations of Alpine climbers.
Reaching the summit requires a 30-kilometer round trip from Scharnitz information center, with a total elevation gain of 1,814 meters through marked trails.
The mountain path incorporates sections of the Gleirschklamm gorge, where hikers traverse narrow passages between towering limestone walls.
Location: Scharnitz
Elevation above the sea: 2,492 m
GPS coordinates: 47.36103,11.35619
Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:55
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