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Hiking : Gleirschspitze

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This hiking route to Gleirschspitze is located in a beautiful area with stunning views and challenging terrain. The trail is an out-and-back type, with a total distance of 10.81 kilometers and an elevation gain of 1390 meters, making it extremely difficult.

As you start your hike, you'll come across various points of interest along the way. At the beginning of the trail, you'll find a shelter only 0.03 kilometers from the start, where you can take a short break. Continuing on, at 0.04 kilometers from the start, there is a restaurant called Cafe Pension Alpina, where you can grab a bite to eat.

Further along the trail, at 1.47 kilometers from the start, you'll reach Rastlboden, a viewpoint with wheelchair accessibility. Remember to bring enough water for the hike, but you can also refill your water at Theresienbrunnen at 0.14 kilometers from the start.

Midway through the hike, at 5.06 kilometers from the start, you'll reach Gleirschjöchl, a natural saddle point offering a beautiful vantage point. Closer to the endpoint, at 5.41 kilometers from the start, is the peak Gleirschspitze itself.

Before starting the hike, it's important to check the weather forecast as the trail can be challenging with its elevation gain. Make sure to wear appropriate hiking gear and bring enough water and snacks to keep you energized throughout the journey. Additionally, it's recommended to start early to allow for enough time to complete the hike before dark.

Overall, this hike to Gleirschspitze offers a rewarding challenge for experienced hikers, with stunning views and plenty of interesting points of interest along the way.