The Venetian High Road, better known as "Venediger Höhenweg" in German, is a popular long-distance hiking trail in the Austrian Alps. This route offers hikers spectacular views of some of the most impressive mountain landscapes in Austria, including the Venediger Group, from which the route takes its name.
One of the best things about the Venediger Höhenweg is the variety of landscapes. The steep mountain passes and rugged trails will test you but you will be rewarded with impressive mountain peaks, glaciers, mountain lakes, rivers and alpine meadows. In short, you can fully enjoy true Austrian beauty on this tour. The Venediger Group dominates the panoramic view with its distinctive peaks, including the Großvenediger, Austria's 4th highest mountain.
All in all, this challenging hiking trail offers an unforgettable hiking experience for nature and mountain lovers. With a little experience and sense of adventure, you can get used to using steel cables here and there and walk around the Grossvenediger.
Your day starts peacefully, but you'll soon be put to the test as you are required to climb a small mountain wall using a steel cable. Be especially cautious if it has rained, as the rocks may be even more slippery. After conquering this short climb, you'll have about 1.5 kilometers (0,9 miles) at high altitude before descending about 580 meters (1.902 miles) to reach today's lowest point. You'll get to enjoy a slightly flatter path for a brief moment before continuing with today's ascent. During the last 3 kilometers (1,9 miles), you'll encounter glaciers, rocks eroded by meltwater, and the historic Alte Prager Hütte. A little further, you'll find the Neue Prager Hütte. Here, it's time to trade your hiking boots for a delicious Austrian Apfelstrudel and appreciate the surroundings of the Großvenediger.
Please note: The Neue Prager Hütte is a beautiful example of an authentic Austrian mountain hut and therefore only accepts cash payments at the time of arrival. Of course, Bookatrekking.com will take care of your reservation including half board but the cost is not included in the total package. Therefore, make sure you have enough cash with you to pay for the hut (+/- €70 per person).
