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Schalfkogel 3540m from Langtalereckhütte

Length:

2 days

Difficulty:


Participants

1-4 Persons

Difficult and racy ski summit, with a wonderful steep descent directly to the Gurgler Ferner in the right conditions! Certainly the most rewarding summit in the Langtalereckhütte touring area in terms of skiing. Exciting morning start through the Gurgler gorge. From the summit, great views to the touring mountains of the rear Ötztal, into the Texel Group and marvellous views southwards to the extensive Gurgler Ferner with the Hochwilde as the crowning glory.

Duration:
2-day
 
Day 1, option 1:
Independent ascent from Obergurgl via the Schönwieshütte and the Gurgler Almhütte to the Langtalereckhütte.
The ascent begins along the ski pistes and continues on the prepared path to the Schönwieshütte. Then follow the piste groomer track marked with poles to the Langtalereckhütte.
Note: Although the trail to the hut from the Schönwieshütte is marked and often groomed, it is not secured against alpine dangers such as avalanches.
It is essential to enquire about the current conditions with us before starting!
The meeting with the mountain guide takes place for dinner at the hut.

Day 1, option 2:
We are also happy to accompany you from Obergurgl. Meeting point is at noon in Obergurgl.
Additional costs: from €250 (for up to 4 people).

Day 1, option 3:
Would you like to climb a summit on the first day?
The Hangerer is practically on the way, and crossing the Eisseekögele would also be an interesting alternative.
Additional costs: from €400 (depending on the number of people).

Day 2:
Early start, short descent to the Gurgler gorge, through this to the Gurgler Ferner and via the Kleinleitenferner and the Schalfkogeljoch to the ski depot. Short summit ridge to the highest point.
Descent via the ascent route or, if conditions are favourable, directly via the Schalfkogelferner and the steep north-east flank to the Gurglerferner. 200m counter ascent back to the hut.


Walking time:
Obergurgl - Langtalereckhütte: approx. 3h
Langtalereckhütte - summit: approx. 4 - 4.5h
Gurgler gorge - hut: approx. 45 min

Altitude metres:
Obergurgl - hut: 600 metres
Langtalereckhütte - summit: 1540 metres (incl. counter ascent)

Distance:
Obergurgl - Langtalereckhütte: 6.5km
Langtalereckhütte - summit: 7.5km

Dates:

  • Booking date Sun, 12. feb. 2023 - Sun, 13. may 2029 € 210.-

Bookable daily on request from mid/end February to mid-May.

Rates:
Starting at € 710,
for each additional person about € 50 surcharge.

Notes on enquiries, reservations and tariffs:
The Obergurgl Alpine Centre makes contact with independent mountain guides. Once you have made contact, we will forward your enquiry to local mountain guides. Details such as the exact meeting point and time, the detailed programme for the day, the equipment required and the actual costs for expenses and the guide have to be discussed directly with the mountain guide once you have been put in touch. The prices quoted are a suggestion from the Wildspitze section and are intended as a guide. The final price for the tour is determined by the mountain guide and depends on the effort, duration and difficulty of the tour as well as the number of participants.


Additional costs may be incurred for
Car park fees,
Lift costs (Hohe Mut Section 1),
hire equipment (touring equipment, etc.),
Accommodation costs in the hut,
Half board for the mountain guide in the hut,
Crampons (approx. 5€/day),
ice axe (approx. 5€/day),
climbing harness (approx. 5€/day).

 

Equipment list ski tour:

Technical equipment

  • Touring skis with touring bindings *
  • Ski poles (adjustable in length) *
  • Touring ski boots (with treaded sole) *
  • Adhesive skins *
  • Crampons *
  • Backpack (approx. 30-45 litres, with ski attachment)
  • Ski helmet
  • Crampons ***
  • Climbing harness with carabiner ***
  • Ice axe ***
  • Headlamp

Emergency equipment

  • Avalanche transceiver **
  • Avalanche shovel **
  • Avalanche probe **
  • Bivouac sack**
  • First aid kit (incl. emergency blanket, blister plaster!)

Provisions

  • Thermos bottle (min. 1-1.5 litres)
  • Tour food (depending on preference - e.g. muesli/fruit bars, dried fruit, nuts, chocolate)

Clothing

  • Functional underwear
  • Pullover/jacket (fleece, softshell, wool)
  • Softshell jacket
  • possibly light down jacket/gilet
  • Anorak (waterproof/windproof)
  • Ski touring trousers (softshell, Gore, ...)
  • Hat
  • Thinner gloves (... for the ascent)
  • warm gloves (... for the descent)
  • Ski goggles
  • Sun protection (cap, bandana, ...)
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Lip protection

For overnight stays in huts:

  • Hut sleeping bag
  • Toiletries
  • Charging cable, power bank
  • earplugs
  • possibly hut shoes
  • AV ID card if available
  • Cash

* can be hired in sports shops for a fee
** can be rented free of charge at the Alpincenter
*** can be rented at sport shops or at the Alpincenter for a fee

 

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