Krimmler Tauernhaus - Richter Hütte

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Tour data

6.66km

1,621 - 2,359m

Distance

701hm

Ascent

02:30h

Duration

Tourismusverband Krimml - Ferienregion Nationalpark Hohe Tauern

Brief description: Departing from the historic Krimmler Tauernhaus, you will hike to the Richter Hütte, which is in the middle of the Reichenspitz Group.
Difficulty: difficult
Rating: Technique

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Experience
Route: Krimmler Tauernhaus alpine hut
0.1 km

Rainbachtal locality
3.1 km

Richterhütte alpine hut
6.5 km
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Description: The tour starts at the approximately 600 years old traditional Krimml Tauernhaus at 1.631m in altitude in the high altitude Krimml Achen valley. Following hiking trail no. 512, you will walk past the gigantic Rainbach waterfall and head into the wonderful Rainbach valley. Enjoy the fantastic aroma of the many pine trees that line the path! Once you have reached Richter Hütte (2.374m) you will be rewarded for your exertions with a unique view of the imposing mountain landscape of the Hohe Tauern and the Reichenspitzgruppe mountains!
Highest point: 2,359 m
Endpoint: Richter Hütte
Height profile
Equipment: Sturdy hiking shoes, weatherproof clothing, a drinks bottle, hiking poles are recommended.
Tips: Taxi transfers are possible to the Krimmler Tauernhaus (reservations required).
Directions: If you are coming from Tyrol, use the Gerlos Alpenstrasse. Coming from the east, travel in on the B165 via Mittersill.
Public transportation: By bus to the stops “Krimml Ort” or “Krimmler Wasserfälle”.
Parking: Clearly signposted car parks are located right next to the road. Parking fees are charged.