Via Alpina Purple A45
22.8 km from Rauschberg to Wartsteinkopf. Along the way you climb 1,121 m and descend 1,256 m; the highest point is at 1,683 m. Walking time about 9:06 h, breaks not included.
Elevation profile
Best hiking day this week at the start: Tomorrow – dry, sunny, 6 °C
Along the way
- km 2.8 Menkenberg Summit · 798 m
- km 15.6 Trostberger Hütte Shelter · 1,400 m
- km 15.7 Hochalm Hut
- km 17.2 Peitingköpfl Summit · 1,720 m
- km 20.9 Kalvarienberg Viewpoint · 777 m
Spots up to 300 m from the trail. Please check hut opening times beforehand.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the “Via Alpina Purple A45” trail?
About 22.8 km, from Rauschberg to Wartsteinkopf. The route is not fully continuous in the map data, so the real length may be a little longer.
How much elevation gain does the “Via Alpina Purple A45” trail have?
About 1,121 m of ascent and 1,256 m of descent. The lowest point is at 544 m, the highest at 1,683 m.
How long does the “Via Alpina Purple A45” trail take?
Plan for about 9:06 h of walking time (using the usual hiking-time rule from distance and elevation), plus breaks.
Can I follow the “Via Alpina Purple A45” trail on my phone?
Yes. Open the trail in the hiking map and tap “Follow this trail”. The Waldschatz planner takes over the trail (for long trails a stretch of about 15 km) with weather, navigation and an offline map – free with an account.
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Route: © OpenStreetMap contributors. Elevation and walking time are estimates – signs and closures on site take precedence.