Via Ferrata -
Region Seefeld - Tirols Hochplateau
Haymon Via Ferrata (Reither Spitze 2,374 m)
State
Locked until cancelled!
Difficulty
C
Via Ferata length
400 m
Via Ferata height
200 hm
Sea Level
1200
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2374 m
Exposure
N
Best season
Jun - Sep
GPS Position / Ascent
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The Haymon-Klettersteig leads through the north flank of the Reither Spitze and ends directly at the summit. The route combines short climbing passages, traverses, and exposed sections and is one of the alpine via ferratas in the area.
CharacteristicsThe via ferrata runs through the north flank of the Reither Spitze and is secured throughout. The entrance leads into steeper rocky terrain, followed by alternating wall passages and traverses in partly steep and exposed terrain.
A prominent section is the rope bridge, followed by the subsequent summit wall, which leads directly to the summit area of the Reither Spitze.
The climb is varied overall and offers several airy passages. Despite moderate individual sections, it is alpinely characterized by its exposure and requires appropriate experience.
The most important facts summarized
• Vertical gain: approx. 200 m
• Length: approx. 400 m
• Difficulty: C
• Duration of the via ferrata: approx. 2 hours
Note
The via ferrata is suitable for advanced climbers. Sure-footedness, a head for heights, and alpine experience are required. The summit location of the Reither Spitze makes the tour particularly attractive – especially in stable weather conditions and clear visibility.
Access
Best from the Seefelder Joch station or the Härmelekopfbahn-Bergstation via the existing path network into the Reither Kar and follow the signs (approx. 45 minutes).
Descent
From the summit of the Reither Spitze, either via the rope-secured northwest ridge directly back to the Härmelekopfbahn or to the south to the nearby and managed Nördlinger Hütte and from there back to the mountain station.
Rental options
Climbing equipment for the via ferrata can be rented at the valley station.
Attention
In spring, old snow fields may occur in the access and descent areas. Be sure to keep an eye on weather developments and the tendency for thunderstorms.
Walking time approach
2 h
Climbing time
2 h
Walking time descent
2 h
Access
For particularly active sports enthusiasts, we recommend the ascent directly from the Talstation Rosshütte. You should allow around 3 hours of walking time to reach the start of the via ferrata. A much more comfortable option is the ascent with the Standseilbahn and then continuing with the Jochbahn or the Härmelekopfbahn. The funicular runs every 15 minutes from 9 am to 5 pm in summer. From both mountain stations, the approach to the via ferrata takes approximately another 45 minutes on foot.
Descent
From the summit of the Reither Spitze, the descent is either via the rope-secured northwest ridge directly to the Härmelekopfbahn or southwards to the nearby and serviced Nördlinger Hütte and from there back to the mountain station. The last descent from the Härmelekopfbahn is at 4:45 pm, from the Rosshütte mountain station (funicular) at 5:00 pm. Tickets for the descent can be purchased at both stations.
Alternatively, you can also descend from the Reither Spitze via the existing hiking network to Seefeld or Reith.
Alternatively, you can also descend from the Reither Spitze via the existing hiking network to Seefeld or Reith.
Public transport
Take public transport to Seefeld station and then walk 15 minutes to the starting point, the valley station of the Rosshütte cable cars. For current bus information, climbers can check here: https://www.seefeld.com/en/mobility-on-site.html
Journey
From Innsbruck, take the A12 Inntal Autobahn to the Seefeld/Garmisch exit, then continue over the Zirlerberg to Seefeld. From Landeck/Reschen, take the A12 to the Telfs Ost exit and then drive through Mösern to Seefeld. From Garmisch, drive via Mittenwald and Scharnitz to Seefeld.
In Seefeld, drive to the Rosshütte mountain lifts. The access is via the B177 main road and the open-air parking lot. Park at the Rosshütte parking lot, which has an electric charging station.
Parking
Parking of the mountain railways Rosshütte with an electric charging station - Seefeld.
You can find all other car parks in Seefeld here.
