Königsjodler: Across Hochkönig’s Rock Towers
Grade D, exposed ridges and a long mountain day
Trip photos
Before you climb
Ferrata grade · D
A protected climb, not an ordinary walk. Bring appropriate ferrata equipment, including a helmet, harness and energy-absorbing ferrata set, and know how to use it.
Check weather, closures, approach and descent with the local operator or route guide. This map is not a climbing topo or a guarantee of safety. Follow the marked direction; do not reverse a ferrata based on the map.
Keep your hands free while climbing. Use your phone only at a secure stopping place.
Duration
12h
Distance
11 km
Hochkönig
Published 15 Sept 2026, 9:13
Eight rock towers, narrow ridges and a cable bridge make this grade D route above Erichhütte an endurance challenge. Approach via Hohe Scharte; after Hoher Kopf, allow for the descent or a pre-booked night at Matrashaus. The source gives 10–12 hours overall, about five climbing. Experienced climbers need a via ferrata set, harness and helmet; follow weather conditions and local signs, not GPS alone.
Route
Broken stretches of the route are shown as dashed lines. Some checkpoints unlock only on location.
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