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Katzenstein Summit – Gassner-Steig Climbing Route loop from Traunstein

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Katzenstein Summit – Gassner-Steig Climbing Route loop from Traunstein

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Katzenstein Summit – Gassner-Steig Climbing Route loop from Traunstein

01:56

2.97km

330m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 249 m for 2.48 km

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Gassnersteig Trailhead

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Here you go up to the ascent of the Katzensteig. Bisserl Krsxelei is already there, but everything is rope insured!

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501 m

Bench with a view of Laudachsee

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Climb over the climb done. From here there is another great view back to the Lsudachsee!

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965 m

View of Laudachsee through Katzensteinfenster

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With a little courage you can look out over the lake through the hole.

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978 m

Teufelsauge Rock Arch

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The Teufelsauge offers a fantastic panoramic view of the lake. Beautiful and not a bit devilish!

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1.26 km

View of Traunstein

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A very nice tour, but only if you're experienced in the mountains and don't go up in sneakers! I'm always amazed at how unprepared people are...

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1.31 km

In the chamois crevice

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A crevice through which more than one chamois will surely fit!

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1.44 km

Katzenstein Summit

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Many years ago I was at the Katzenstein without any knowledge or preparation and since then I still have a great respect for it. Fortunately, I kicked a stone on …

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2.43 km

Gassner-Steig Climbing Route

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From here you can only continue with your hands and feet.

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2.97 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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2.97 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.97 km

< 100 m

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Tuesday 12 May

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Katzenstein Summit – Gassner-Steig Climbing Route loop from Traunstein

Gassnersteig Trailhead

Bench with a view of Laudachsee

View of Laudachsee through Katzensteinfenster

Teufelsauge Rock Arch

View of Traunstein

In the chamois crevice

Katzenstein Summit

Gassner-Steig Climbing Route

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