Intermediate Karwendel Höhenweg

This stage starts at the Pfeishütte with a challenging 2 km climb to the 2,215 m Stempeljoch pass. This is followed by a short, steep zigzag path and a challenging, rocky descent for a few kilometres. The path then climbs steadily through a wide alpine valley, becoming steeper in the final metres towards the Lafatscher Joch. Once you reach the top, there are stunning views on both sides of the ridge.

From the saddle, the route continues through loose gravel terrain and flattens out into a long, panoramic traverse reaching the Großes and Kleines Speckkar, with their characteristic rubble carts that are common in the Karwendel Mountains. While the paths are clearly visible, you may still encounter old snowfields, so exercise caution. The final stretch to the Bettelwurfhütte is located in a dramatic cirque, surrounded by rocky cliffs. Well done!

This final stage takes you steadily downhill to the valley floor. The route follows a rocky alpine trail through high mountain terrain until you reach the tree line. Although the trail becomes easier as you descend, it remains steep and exposed in places, particularly before the Schneidergesellen-Marterl memorial on the descent into the Halltal valley.

The final kilometres follow forest and gravel paths through pine woods and past old mining relics, offering beautiful views of the Inn Valley. After a long descent of over 1,200 metres, you will arrive in Hall in Tirol, a charming historic town and the perfect place to conclude your Karwendel adventure.