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Kreuzkogel

The Kreuzkogel tour is a very demanding tour. The ascent is possible all year round. An indescribable view of the mountains awaits you.
Hiking...With respect for wildlife and the environment!

In the Pölstal, we are particularly concerned about the preservation of unspoiled nature. So that the pleasure of the people does not become a problem for wild animals and nature, it requires consideration measures. For the sake of nature and the environment, correct behavior in the mountains is the top priority for the hiking enthusiast.

- Use the designated parking areas

- Do not block access roads and please respect local driving regulations

- Observe information boards at the starting points and stick to the recommended marked routes

- Avoid approaching wildlife


Characteristics

Skill
Fitness

Best season

January
March
March
April
December

The tour in numbers

6,8 km
Route
3:00 h
Time
600 hm
Uphill
600 hm
Downhill
2109 m
Highest point

Map & downloads

More information

Drive by car through Bretstein and Bretsteingassen through into the Bretsteingraben. Along the Bretsteinbach you pass the Hansbauer and Bichler parking lot and after the Gamperhütte to the Schwabergerhütte.
From the Schwabergerhütte initially over the "Große Windlucken" and then left to the Kreuzkogel.
Refreshment stop: Schwaberger hut or Gamper hut
This tour is NOT considered "accessible by train and bus" because there is no regular connection.
You can park directly at the Schwabergerhütte!
You can also find this tour on the following hiking map:

Region Murtal - Hiking map 1 & 2 - Tour 24a

The hiking maps 1,2&3 - you can get for free at the tourism association Murtal - info@murtal.at - Tel.: +43 3577 26600

You can also find more information about the region on - www.murtal.at 

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