Naturpark Sölktäler
Geological hiking trail Gumpeneck
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Tour description
The structure of the geological hiking trail with its 24 stations is divided into two parts:
The first section (stations 1-14) leads from the Gumpenalm along the western edge of the Krrand and offers a magnificent view of the mountain landscape of the Sölktäler and Ennstal. It is the magnificent view that makes it possible to experience individual phases of the last 500 million years "live".
The second section (stations 15-24) runs through the interior of the Kars back to the Gumpenalm. The stations of this part of the route point to numerous characteristic terrain and geological features and show that geological processes are still taking place and are visible. - Geology lives"
The tour
moderate
tour.detail.accessible-by-public-transport
Starting point
Car park Gehöft Koller
Destination
Gumpenalm
Tour characteristics
Fitness (3/6)
Skills (2/6)
Information
Distance: 10.5 km
Duration:
4 h 30 min
Ascent: 900 m
Descent: 900 m
highest point: 1987 m
Best season
Jan
Feb
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Map, elevation profile & further information
Approach to the starting point of the hiking trail: From the parking lot in the direction of Gumpeneck past the “Schönwetterhütte” to the Gumpenalm (approx. 1.5 hours) Geological circular hiking trail.
From the Gumpenalm, follow the hiking trail to the Gumpeneck as far as station 14, then turn left towards Gumpenkar and hike back towards the Gumpenalm.
From the Gumpenalm, follow the hiking trail to the Gumpeneck as far as station 14, then turn left towards Gumpenkar and hike back towards the Gumpenalm.
From the A10: turn off at Altenmarkt (exit 63) in the direction of Graz. Follow the B99 to Radstadt. Here take the B320 towards Graz. At Pruggern follow the signs to the nature park.
From the A9: turn off at Selzthal (exit 69) towards Liezen/Radstadt. From Liezen follow the B320 to Espang. There turn towards Niederöblarn/Naturpark Söltäler.
For the hike: In the center of Stein an der Enns turn towards St. Nikolai. After approx. 4.5 km, just before Großsölk, turn left to the Koller farmstead.Parking lot at Koller farm.
From the A9: turn off at Selzthal (exit 69) towards Liezen/Radstadt. From Liezen follow the B320 to Espang. There turn towards Niederöblarn/Naturpark Söltäler.
For the hike: In the center of Stein an der Enns turn towards St. Nikolai. After approx. 4.5 km, just before Großsölk, turn left to the Koller farmstead.Parking lot at Koller farm.
Arrival at Stein/Enns train station with ÖBB.
Cab Stefan Mayer: +43 676 54 09 858
Valley bus from July 5 to September 7, 2025 - this makes crossings in the Sölktäler Nature Park possible. You can also travel comfortably by train and the valley bus will take you to the starting point of your hike. Click here for the timetable.
Cab Stefan Mayer: +43 676 54 09 858
Valley bus from July 5 to September 7, 2025 - this makes crossings in the Sölktäler Nature Park possible. You can also travel comfortably by train and the valley bus will take you to the starting point of your hike. Click here for the timetable.
In the area of the Gumpenalm you can meet free-roaming grazing cattle. Caution is required, especially with dogs.
Weather changes, rapid drop in temperature, thunderstorms, wind, fog and snow fields are objective dangers and require the right behavior on the way. Hut keepers are experienced mountain connoisseurs, they can give good tips on the weather and the course of the trail. Lack of equipment, overestimation of one's own abilities, carelessness, poor physical condition and a wrong assessment can lead to critical situations. During thunderstorms: avoid peaks, ridges and rope belays at all costs.
GPS data and orientation aids: Available GPS data - as well as hiking maps - are only an orientation aid, since they can never represent an exact image or the richness of detail of a path in reality. Especially in the case of danger spots, it must therefore always be decided in the end on the basis of the conditions on site whether and how the further course of the path looks like.
In case of emergency, please dial the following emergency numbers:
No. 140 - for alpine emergencies - Austria-wide
No. 112 - Euro emergency call GSM emergency call service
Take rainproof and warm clothes and enough water, possibly also a snack, wear shoes with non-slip profile soles. A first aid kit should also be in your backpack.
Weather changes, rapid drop in temperature, thunderstorms, wind, fog and snow fields are objective dangers and require the right behavior on the way. Hut keepers are experienced mountain connoisseurs, they can give good tips on the weather and the course of the trail. Lack of equipment, overestimation of one's own abilities, carelessness, poor physical condition and a wrong assessment can lead to critical situations. During thunderstorms: avoid peaks, ridges and rope belays at all costs.
GPS data and orientation aids: Available GPS data - as well as hiking maps - are only an orientation aid, since they can never represent an exact image or the richness of detail of a path in reality. Especially in the case of danger spots, it must therefore always be decided in the end on the basis of the conditions on site whether and how the further course of the path looks like.
In case of emergency, please dial the following emergency numbers:
No. 140 - for alpine emergencies - Austria-wide
No. 112 - Euro emergency call GSM emergency call service
Take rainproof and warm clothes and enough water, possibly also a snack, wear shoes with non-slip profile soles. A first aid kit should also be in your backpack.
With the hiking guide “Zeitreise durch die Sölktäler” you are well prepared for the hike and get additional information on all the stops.
SummitLynx- Your digital summit and hut book - available worldwide and always with you!
Mountain guides from the region: www.schladming-dachstein.at/mountainguides
For more information, please contact the Schladming Dachstein Tourist Office - Sölktäler Nature Park Information Center:
Phone: +43 3687 23310 501
mailto:info@schladming-dachstein.at
Stein an der Enns 107
8961 Sölk
The brochure “Schladming-Dachstein Hiking CENTER” is available in all information offices in the region.
SummitLynx- Your digital summit and hut book - available worldwide and always with you!
Mountain guides from the region: www.schladming-dachstein.at/mountainguides
For more information, please contact the Schladming Dachstein Tourist Office - Sölktäler Nature Park Information Center:
Phone: +43 3687 23310 501
mailto:info@schladming-dachstein.at
Stein an der Enns 107
8961 Sölk
The brochure “Schladming-Dachstein Hiking CENTER” is available in all information offices in the region.
