Grossglockner Normal Route with a Guide
Two-day guided ascent of Grossglockner (3,798 m) with IFMGA-certified guides. From green valley meadows to the vast Pasterze Glacier, this compact alpine itinerary mixes glacier travel with exposed rock and ice (up to UIAA II), includes overnight stops at Stüdlhütte and Erzherzog-Johann-Hütte, and covers logistics and optional gear rental. Ideal for climbers with basic mountaineering experience seeking a fast, safe, high-alpine challenge with Adventure Dreamers.
Private
2 Days
All year
Low
Beginner
Highlights
- Climb the highest peak in Austria at 3,798 metres
- Cross alpine meadows and travel across the vast Pasterze Glacier
- Spend a night at Stüdlhütte, one of Austria’s most comfortable mountain refuges
Description
Climb Austria’s highest peak on a focused two-day guided ascent of Grossglockner (3,798 m). This compact itinerary leads you from green valley meadows up onto the vast Pasterze Glacier, offering a complete taste of high-alpine terrain and spectacular panoramas.
The route blends glacier travel with exposed rock and ice sections, and includes stops at Stüdlhütte and Erzherzog-Johann-Hütte for rest and views. Expect varied terrain and changing conditions as you gain altitude—every stage brings a different landscape and new perspectives of the Eastern Alps.
The climb includes technical passages up to about UIAA grade II and glacier crossings, so a minimum of mountaineering experience is required. You’ll be accompanied throughout by IFMGA-certified guides who manage rope systems, fixed anchors when needed, and all safety procedures to keep the group secure.
We take care of the practical details: refuge bookings and, if required, equipment rental for crampons, harnesses and ice axes. If you’re ready for a short but full-on alpine challenge, join Adventure Dreamers for a carefully guided, unforgettable ascent of Grossglockner.
Price includes
Price details
- What’s Included
- IFMGAcertified mountain guide
- Basic accident and rescue insurance, including helicopter evacuation
- What’s Not Included
- Transportation to the meeting point
- Accommodation for you and the guide in the refuge (1 night, half board)
- Lunches for both days (refuge or packed)
- Rental of technical equipment
Itinerary
Day 1: Approach to Stüdlhütte
Your climb to Grossglockner begins at Lucknerhaus, where the route blends pristine nature with classic alpine charm. You can meet your guide either at Lucknerhaus or directly at the Stüdlhütte; the trail between the two is straightforward and ideal for walking at your own pace while enjoying the scenery. To make the approach easier you may bring an e-bike for the road to Lucknerhütte or use the backpack transport via the small cable car up to Stüdlhütte, arriving rested and ready for the next stage.
Distance: ~8 km. Elevation gain: ~1,500 m.
Day : Grossglockner (3,798 m)
After an equipment check, the day starts with a crossing of the Pasterze Glacier, a vast icy landscape shaped over millennia. From the glacier the route follows the ridge to the summit — about 1.5–2 hours of exposed, technical terrain (up to UIAA grade II). Our IFMGA-certified guides manage fixed anchors and belay points as needed, providing rope protection and continuous support for safety on ascent and descent. After summiting Austria’s highest peak you descend the same route back toward Lucknerhaus, with a restorative stop at Stüdlhütte for a meal.
Distance: ~10 km. Elevation: +250 m / −1,900 m.
Details
Disclaimer
Skills Required No prior climbing experience is necessary, but you must be in strong physical condition and able to ascend roughly 400 m of elevation per hour. Participants should be accustomed to long mountain treks and comfortable with easy scrambling, with no fear of heights.
Age Requirement Children must be at least 14 years old.
Important Note The descent is long and demanding, so excellent fitness is essential. If a participant is not adequately prepared, the guide may decide to stop the ascent and return for safety—especially during the descent.
Equipment you will need to bring
Equipment rent on site
Bring a 20–30 L backpack, a waterproof jacket, a lightweight down jacket, water-repellent or rain pants, thermal underwear, and an extra shirt. You’ll need a warm hat or headband, a sun hat, thin gloves with good grip, SPF 30+ sunscreen and lip balm, sunglasses, adjustable trekking poles, a small sheet bag (silk or cotton), a headlamp, a 1–2 L water bottle, snacks such as energy bars or dried fruit, sturdy waterproof mountain boots (category B or C), a rain cover if needed for the first day, and gaiters depending on conditions.
It’s also useful to carry basic medications like magnesium or headache tablets, a small toiletry kit, an alpine club card if you have one, and some cash.
Technical gear required includes crampons, a harness and a climbing helmet (marked with * if rented).
About the guide
-Adventure Dreamers
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The reality of "Adventure Dreamers" was born thanks to the crossing of paths of 4 boys who share the same passions: travels, mountains, skiing, climbing and sailing. Alessandro is a Roman entrepreneur, passionate about skiing and sailing. He takes care of the marketing and management of the site. Caterina, an educator who grew up in Bologna, loves working in contact with people and traveling the world. Luca, an all-round mountaineer, has chosen to live in the mountains, embarking on a career as a mountain guide. Jacopo, a mountain guide, yoga teacher and indology's student. Together with Caterina she takes care of the organization and management of events.
Why “Adventure Dreamers”? Because we need to dream and live adventures, which can enrich us and be shared with as many people who love sport, nature and are ready to grasp the riches that are around us.
How do we manage to organize these experiences? We have created a team of highly specialized guides and in synergy with tour operators, travel agencies and professionals in the tourism-sports sector we think and plan everything necessary to guarantee a unique and exclusive offer, with a good dose of adventure.
Today Adventure Dreamers is a company that organizes events in Italy and in some other countries around the world
Languages
Italian | French | English | German | Hindi
Certificates
UVGAM | IFMGA
What people are saying about -Adventure Dreamers
Mihály
Frans
Great professional guide with lots of knowledge about the area.
Mike
Fransisco, Paulo and Marcello were each fantastic.
Rebecca
One of the most incredible trips I have ever done. Highly, highly recommend!!
Matthew
Bastian did a great job. The summit day was amazing!
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