Hike for experienced hikers
The starting point is about a 20-minute drive from Murauer Gasthof Hotel Lercher!
Your hike starts a few meters below the Alpengasthof Kreuzerhütte. You'll find some parking spots and a trail marker showing you where to begin. You'll easily climb the first few meters of your ascent over the soft alpine pasture ground.
After your hike, you can relax in the wellness area of Murauer Gasthof Hotel Lercher. Our in-house Relaxarium offers various saunas and relaxing massages, among other things. During the rest of your stay, you can visit one of the countless excursion destinations in the region.
| Difficulty | Length | Elevation gain | Duration | Lowest point | Highest point |
| difficult | 4.5 km | 1.097 m | 4.5 hours | 1.314 m | 2.456 m |
Route description:
This beautiful alpine trail and winding hiking path lead towards the Zwiefler lakes and then on to the Eisenhut. Expect some steep climbs – it's only for experienced hikers! Follow Alpine Club Trail No. 798.
- Starting point: 300m below the Kreuzerhütte
- Destination: Schöderer Eisenhut summit cross
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Beautiful alpine trail for experienced hikers
Forest paths will lead you to an alpine pasture with a beautiful larch forest and ancient trees. A hiking trail with a few switchbacks will take you past blooming alpine roses in early summer, leading you to the Zwiefler lakes. After about an hour of walking, you'll reach the high plateau. The high moor will guide you to the first lake.
Passing a small waterfall and crossing a second high moor, you'll get closer and closer to the Upper Zwiefler Lake. Follow the bright markers straight ahead towards a gravel gully. Continuing upwards, you'll pass the second Zwiefler Lake and reach the ridge. The climb is quite steep and can be a bit tricky in places due to the huge boulders. At the fork in the path, you can choose between the alpine ridge trail (for those who are good with heights and experienced) or the normal ascent to the summit.
You'll descend via the same path. After conquering the summit, you've definitely earned a refreshment at the rustic Kreuzerhütte. Maybe you'll even snag a homemade treat!
The best time for this tour is from May to October, or even in November if the weather is nice – it really depends on the conditions.
