Schareck, Mountain summit in Heiligenblut, Austria.
Schareck is a mountain summit in the Goldberg Group that rises to 2606 meters and offers panoramic views across the surrounding peaks of the Hohe Tauern range. The peak stands among rocky terrain with access paths leading to its ridges.
A cable car was built in the 1970s, making this peak accessible for the first time to a wider audience. This infrastructure transformed it from a remote alpine location into a regular destination.
The mountain station serves as a starting point for the Tauern Window Geotrail, where visitors learn about local geological formations through guided tours.
The cable car operates from June to September and brings visitors directly uphill. Conditions change noticeably during the ascent, so warm layers and sturdy footwear help make the visit more comfortable.
The ascent passes through three distinct climate zones, each supporting its own plants and animals. This visible transformation shows how nature changes dramatically over short elevation gains.
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