Hochgern summit from Marquartstein

The hike to the Hochgern (1748 m) via the Agersgschwendt-Alm (1040 m) and the Hochgernhaus (1460 m) is a particularly worthwhile undertaking. The well-signposted route leads along alpine paths to the Hochgernhaus and, depending on the conditions, is also suitable for a winter hike. The last stage to the summit is an enjoyable and scenic climb along the ridge, bypassing some rocks, over a short, steep grassy slope to the summit and further to the summit cross and the tiny chapel. The tour offers fantastic views of the Loferer Steinberge mountains directly opposite, the wild and tame Kaiser over the Geigelstein massif to the Kampenwand - behind them the Central Alps with the Großglockner to the Großvenediger and the entire Hohe Tauern. At the summit there is a wonderful view as far as the Chiemsee and over the Alpine foothills. Refreshment options: Agersgschwendt-Alm (open May - October, Tel: 08641/8481) Moar-Alm (open May - October, Tel: 08641/61566) Enzian-Hütte (open May - October, Tel: 08641/6977036) Hochgernhaus (open all year round, overnight stay, Tel: 08641/61919)