Gaiskogel, Mountain summit in Sölden, Austria

Gaiskogel is a 3129 m summit on the western main ridge of the Stubai Alps in Tyrol, north of the head of the Windachtal valley above Sölden. Its normal route starts at the Triebenkarsee (2695 m) and climbs through the southeast flank over scree and broken rock in about two hours. The north ridge from the Gamsplatzl (3018 m) offers a climb of UIAA grade III+.

Located on the main ridge of the Stubai Alps, this peak remains less traveled than nearby summits such as Zuckerhütl. The lower foot traffic has allowed the mountain to retain more of its natural appearance.

The peak sits on the alpine crossing between Siegerlandhütte and Hildesheimer Hütte, both used as bases for the climb. The normal route leaves from Triebenkarsee at 2695 m, below the Triebenkarlasferner of the Zuckerhütl, and takes about two hours over scree and broken rock.

The climb starts from Sölden with a bus trip to Gasthof Fiegl at 1968 meters, then continues with a three-hour hike to reach the mountain huts. The terrain requires solid endurance and proper alpine gear as you gain elevation.

The route from Siegerlandhütte follows marked trail 140 toward Hildesheimer Hut and splits near Triebenkarsee at 2700 meters for the final approach to the summit. This path links several huts into one connected journey across the high mountains over multiple days.