Via Ferrata - Mayrhofen-Hippach

Zimmereben via ferrata

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Difficulty
B / C
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Via Ferata height
200 hm
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Sea Level
710 - 850 m
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Exposure
E
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Best season
Apr - Oct

GPS Position / Ascent
All real-time data of the infrastructures can be found in the fullscreen view of the interactive map

The via ferratas around Mayrhofen and the Gasthaus Zimmereben offer an ideal playground for all ability levels and age groups to let off steam. The short approach and descent routes, the Gasthaus Zimmereben at the exit, and the fantastic views over Mayrhofen round off the climbing experience.

The difficulty and length vary depending on the via ferrata:

  • Kinderklettersteig A/B
  • Huterlaner C 
  • Zimmereben D/E
  • Pfeilspitzwand C/D
  • Astegg C (extension of Pfeilspitzwand)

    There is also a small beginner sport-climbing area (Himmelsleiter) on the descent, right next to the hiking trail
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    Walking time approach
    10 min
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    Climbing time
    2 h
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    Walking time descent
    20 min
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    Access

    The via ferratas are located near Gasthof Zillertal. They can be reached from Mayrhofen railway station in around 10 minutes. Alternatively, you can drive to the dedicated via ferrata car park, from where the start points can be reached in just a few minutes. 
    Start point coordinates: N 47°10'28.4", E 11°51'38.0"

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    Descent
    From the exit shortly to the inn Zimmereben. Pass the game reserve and keep left via the Huterlanersteig (No. 2C) back to the starting point. Please do not descend via the via ferrata!
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    Public transport
    Linie: 8327, Haltestelle: Burgstall Gh Zillertal
    www.mayrhofen.at/fahrplaene
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    Journey
    From Mayrhofen cross the railroad tracks and continue across the Ziller (river) past the Gasthof Zillertal to the specially created via ferrata parking lot. Please do not park directly at the Gasthof Zillertal! Parking see link.
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    Parking
    Tagesparkplatz Zimmereben, Burgstall 380/ 385, 6290 Mayrhofen