Short Adlerweg - Including accommodation before and after

Route

What's Included

Included:

√ Booking the huts
We will take care of arranging accommodation for you. We will also provide you with a detailed itinerary for every stage and instructions on how to get to the trailhead. 

√ Accommodation
We will arrange your accommodation on the Adlerweg in mountain huts in shared dormitories also known as "Matratzenlager".

√ Half-board
Most huts along the Adlerweg include dinner and breakfast. We will arrange this for you as well. This allows you to travel lighter and have one less thing to worry about. Bear in mind that lunch is not included, but it can be purchased at the huts.

√ Accommodation before and after the trek
Before the trek, you will spend one night at a 3-star hotel in Innsbruck getting ready for the trek on the next morning. At the end of the trek, you will also spend one last night at a hotel in Innsbruck. Breakfast is included at the hotels.

Excluded:

× Airfare and Visa
You have to make your way to Tyrol. The total amount is exclusive of flights to Austria. 

× Transfers
Once in Austria, you will have to make your way to the trailhead in Innsbruck. We will provide the instructions and assist you with how to get there and back to Innsbruck, but the bus/train tickets are not included. 

× Travel Insurance
Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before your trek.

× Lunch and Dinner
Breakfast is included in the price of the trek. You can get lunch at the hotels and huts on the Bear trek and dinner at restaurants in the valleys.

× Personal expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, drinks, and other similar expenses are for your own account.

Accommodation

Accommodation

Before the trek, you will spend one night at a 3-star hotel in Innsbruck getting ready for the trek on the next morning. At the end of the trek, you will also spend one last night at a hotel in Innsbruck. Breakfast is included at the hotels.

On this version of the Adlerweg you will stay in the following mountain huts:

Pfeishütte
This pretty little mountain hut can be found in the southern Karwendel Mountains, high up at the end of Samertal Valley, surrounded by majestic mountains. It is a popular destination for hikers, because everyone knows just how good the food is. Traditional dishes such as “Kaiserschmarren” (sweet, chopped pancake) taste twice as good when savoured in the original ambience of the wood-panelled dining lounges dating back to the hut’s founding years of 1925/1926. 



Hallerangerhaus
The Hallerangerhaus was built in 1901 on an area of land known as Kohlerboden. After being destroyed by an avalanche in 1914, it was rebuilt 500 metres higher up in a more sheltered location. In recent years the hut has been extensively refurbished and renovated. Hot water is provided by solar energy, of which there is a plentiful supply for showers. For those who prefer natural spring water: the Isar river springs nearby.

Packing List

Packing List

Packing the right equipment is key for any multi-day trekking adventure in Austria. It doesn't matter if you are trekking on the Stubaier Höhenweg or on the Adlerweg, packing the right equipment can have a great impact on your trekking experience. Below you will find the equipment recommended for the Eagle Walk:

Essentials:
Medium-sized backpack (up to 40 liters gear capacity), including rain cover
Lightweight sleeping bag
Hiking boots
Rain jacket
Rain pants
Two pairs of socks
Two sets of wicking underwear
Two wicking shirts
Insulation long-sleeve jacket (fleece, synthetic, down, merino wool)
Trekking pants
Water bottle/hydration reservoirs
Knife
Headlamp/flashlight
First aid kit
Garbage bag (to carry out trash)
Hat or cap and thin gloves (liners)
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Topographic map
Toiletry kit
Quick-dry towel
Snacks (e. g. fruit, energy bars)
Cell phone

Optional:
Trekking poles
Windproof jacket (e. g. softshell)
Emergency shelter/bivy
Lightweight stuff sacks to keep everything organized
Earplugs
Alpinist Association Membership Card if you are a member
Blister treatments, tape
Slippers
Bandana or Buff
Camera

FAQ

FAQ

How to get to the starting point of the Adlerweg?
As one of Austria's most important cities, Innsbruck is easily accessible by plane, train or bus. This makes it the ideal base for the Adlerweg. Even if you decide to take the plane, the ride from the airport to the city center takes only 20 minutes by bus or train. The starting point for this version of the Adlerweg is on the Nordkette of Innsbruck, at Bergstation Hungerburg. At the end point, Scharnitz you take a train back to Innsbruck. This is a journey of about one hour. 

What is the best season for the Adlerweg?
Like most tours in the Alps, the season for these tours is quite short. Due to snowfall and harsh weather conditions, these treks can only be completed during the summer season, from mid-June to the end of September. Always check the weather forecast before starting your trek, because even in summer the weather in the mountains can be very unpredictable. The staff in the mountain huts can also always give you good information about the conditions in the mountains. 

 

 

Safety

Safety

Like all hut-to-hut tours in Austria, the Adlerweg is a safe tour. The route is well signposted and easy to follow. Along the stages, yellow signs and red-white-red signposts on rocks and trees are reliable markers. The signs on each section also list the difficulty level, estimated hiking time, trail number and information on nearby mountain huts.

COVID-19

Covid-19

The Corona pandemic has had its grip on us, and mountain huts in the Alpine region have had to take several preventive measures over the past two years. In the meantime, the first relaxations in the Alps are noticeable, yet it is definitely still a factor to take into account. Some Covid restrictions that are worth mentioning:

- Don't go to the huts if you have symptoms!

- Not all mountain huts are allowed to operate at full capacity yet, so make sure you book your stay in advance.

- To be on the safe side, always take a mouth mask with you.

- In some mountain huts it is still compulsory to bring your own sleeping bag, in others a sheet bag and pillowcase are sufficient. Your personal travel guide will tell you which rules apply to your route.

- Bring your own towel

How to Book

How to Book?

On Bookatrekking.com you can find and compare the adventures of your dreams. Is this trekking your match? In that case, you can proceed with your booking. At Bookatrekking.com you make a deposit of 30% of the total amount. In the case of this trek, we will check the availability at the respective accommodations for you. There are two possible outcomes:

√ There is availability 
We go ahead and make all necessary arrangements for your trip. Once confirmed, we will send you a confirmation and your personal hiking guide. The remaining 70% must be paid at least two (2) weeks before the start of the trekking.

X There is no availability 
If there is no availability, we will look for other starting dates or another trekking in agreement with you. Are there no other options for you? Then your deposit of 30% will be refunded.

Cancellation Policy
If all the accommodations of this trekking are booked and confirmed, you will lose your deposit of 30% at all times. If you cancel within 14 days of your start date, you will lose your full booking amount.

Is it not quite clear yet or do you have questions? Please contact us via support@bookatrekking.com. We are happy to help you.