The 20 Most Amazing Peaks around Forstau

Among the most popular peaks, Rossbrand Summit is highly regarded for its expansive views and a welcoming mountain hut. Gasselhöhe offers stunning vistas over the Dachstein massif and Schladminger Tauern, often combined with other summits for longer hikes. Another favorite is Rittisberg Summit Cross and Observation Tower, providing panoramic views and easy accessibility.

Yes, several options cater to families. The Rittisberg Summit Cross and Observation Tower is noted as family-friendly and accessible, even with a dog cart or child trailer. The Fageralm, particularly the hike to Berggasthof Trinkeralm, offers magnificent alpine panoramas and shorter, easier walks, along with children-friendly attractions like the Viking route.

For breathtaking panoramic views, Rossbrand Summit is a top choice, offering vistas in all directions from its summit cross. The hike to Berggasthof Trinkeralm on Fageralm provides magnificent views, especially of the Dachstein Massif. Gasselhöhe offers views over the Dachstein massif and the Schladminger Tauern, while Guschen Summit also boasts a wonderful panoramic view of the Dachstein massif and the Schladminger Tauern.

The region offers diverse terrain. You can find high-alpine scenery, such as around the Kalkspitzen Peaks, which includes ridge routes. Other trails feature undulating paths across meadows, steeper ascents to summits like Gasselhöhe, and some routes that go through rougher, very steep terrain, requiring good hiking shoes.

Experienced hikers will find challenges in the Kalkspitzen Peaks (Steirische Kalkspitze and Lungauer Kalkspitze), known for their high-alpine scenery and demanding loop routes. The High Dachstein is another challenging summit, often involving via ferratas. The combined hike to Gasselhöhe and Rippetegg also presents a more extensive and rewarding challenge.

Yes, for those seeking a rewarding hike without extreme difficulty, Predigtstuhl (1,305 m) is accessible via a moderate loop from Forstau, taking approximately 2 hours and 36 minutes. The Fageralm also offers easier, shorter walks around the Trinkeralm, such as the 45-minute Trinkeralm Rundwanderweg.

The region is rich in natural beauty. On the hike to Gasselhöhe and Rippetegg, you can see the five Gasselseen lakes, known for their unique mountain reflections. The area around the Kalkspitzen is celebrated for its untouched high-alpine nature. You might also encounter rare flowers and enjoy the sounds of mountain streams and cowbells along the 50 km of hiking paths in Forstau.

The warmer months are generally ideal for hiking the mountain peaks, as the Fageralm, for instance, transforms into a beautiful hiking area during this time. The region emphasizes experiencing nature, which is best enjoyed when trails are clear of snow and conditions are mild.

Yes, traditional mountain huts are located along the trails, offering refreshments and local dishes. Specifically, Rossbrand Summit features a wonderful new mountain hut right next to the summit cross. The Berggasthof Trinkeralm on Fageralm is another excellent spot for a break with magnificent views.

Beyond hiking, the region offers a variety of outdoor activities. You can explore numerous road cycling routes around Forstau, with options ranging from moderate to difficult. For more focused hiking, there are dedicated hiking routes and challenging mountain hikes available.

Yes, for hiking, you can find routes like the 'Seekarscharte – View of the Kalkspitzen Peaks loop from Vögeialm' or the 'Predigtstuhl (1,305 m) – Langegg Pond loop from Forstau'. For more challenging mountain hikes, consider the 'Gasselhöhe Summit (2,001 m) – Rippetegg (2,160 m) loop from Reiteralmhütte'. You can find more details on these and other trails in the hiking guide and mountain hikes guide for Forstau.

Visitors frequently praise the fantastic, expansive views from the summit crosses, especially at Rossbrand Summit and Rittisberg Summit Cross. The opportunity to experience untouched nature, the serene atmosphere of less crowded paths like Hinterer Fager, and the presence of welcoming mountain huts are also highly appreciated. Many enjoy the varied and rewarding tours, often highlighting the impressive high-alpine scenery.