2-day Backcountry Splitboarding with Grossvenediger Summit in the Alps
Local expert and IFMGA certified mountain guide Andreas Gassner takes you to the summit of the Grossvenediger during this 2-day backcountry splitboarding adventure.
Not specified
Alps
2 Days
Mar, Apr, May, Jun
Fit
Advanced
Description
The Grossvenediger (3674 m) is one of the highest peaks in Austria.
Located within the Hohe Tauern National Park, the Grossvenediger is also the main peak in the Venediger Group. These glacier-covered mountains situated between Salzburg and Tyrol, Austria are an alpine lover’s dream.
During this 2-day backcountry splitboarding tour, we will immerse ourselves within that dream. We will climb to the top of the Grossvenediger and witness an otherwise inaccessible snow-covered landscape. It is unlike anything you have ever seen.
This tour is reserved for seasoned backcountry splitboarders and snowboarders. You should have experience using crampons. Prior experience with high-altitude activities is also recommended.
On our first day, we will meet at the Hopffeldboden parking area in the Obersulzbachtal. From there, a shuttle will take us to base of the cable car which leads to the Kürsingerhütte (2558m). This mountain hut will be our base for our ascent on the Grossvenediger.
During our ascent to the Kürsingerhütte, we will pass over the Keesboden Glacier, as well as a hiking trail via which the hut can be accessed during the summer months. A winter hiking trail will lead us the rest of the way up to the mountain hut. The journey will take us approximately 2-3 hours, depending on snow conditions.
On our second day, we will depart from the Kürsingerhütte and make our way toward the summit of the Grossvenediger. We will approach the Obersulzbachkees before moving further into the Venediger Scharte. Finally, a flat terrain will lead us to the top of the mountain.
After a challenging 4 to 6-hour ascent, we will rest and enjoy the spectacular views from atop the Grossvenediger. Once it’s time to head back down, we will strap on our boards and re-trace our steps back down the mountain.
Experience the Hohe Tauern National Park in the best possible way: atop the Grossvenediger. Take in the incredible views before riding back down the mountain on your splitboard. Click “Request to Book” now to get in touch and reserve your spot. I look forward to exploring my backyard here in the Alps with you.
You can join this tour with either a snowboard or a splitboard.
If you are looking for an amazing backcountry adventure with less of an uphill climb, check out my Day Tour of the Kitzsteinhorn for Snowboarders and Splitboarders.
Price includes
- Guiding fee
Details
Accommodation Mountain huts |
More info Guide will provide safety and emergency equipment including crampons (if necessary), climbing belt, LVS device, shovel and probe. Personal expenses are NOT included in the price. |
Meeting point Hopffeldboden Park Area in the Obersulzbachtal |
About the guide
The mountains have always been a great part of my life. I was a youth leader of the Alpine Association of Zell am See, Bergrettungsmann, and completed the training as a ski and snowboard instructor. I studied meteorology because it can be very useful in mountaineering. My first trips took me to the Eastern Alps, around Piz Bernina and Biancogray. I also had the chance many times the amazing Mont Blanc range and the peaks around Chamonix. Finally, I got to practice in the high mountains of Bolivia and Chile.
I have really found my calling as a mountain guide. I am right where I always wanted to be. The smile on my clients' faces at the summit or after an intense ski day is so rewarding!
I am part of a team of local guides (Bergführer Zell am See Kaprun), all friends of mine, guys with whom I share the passion for the mountains. They are Markus B, Markus H and Gerald, all IFMGA certified guides. Our philosophy is "to know how to do something well is to enjoy it". Therefore, we always keep learning to give you the best experience.
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