Dolomitensteig Climb

Under the spell of mighty rock formations
The challenging Stoderer Dolomitensteig in Hinterstoder is impressively alpine: green mountain pastures with grazing animals and views of wild and romantic gorges alternate with majestic mountain panoramas.

The Dolomitensteig trail begins at the end of the Stodertal valley, at the Almgasthof Baumschlagerreith. At first, a slightly ascending forest path leads uphill before the trail turns into a narrow path. From here, the steep section through the shady beech forest begins.

After the first ascent, open alpine meadows open up - a sign that the unmanaged Hochsteinalm has been reached. After decades of inactivity, cattle are once again being herded onto the pastures. A short section through a sparse larch forest leads on to the Logerhütte. Here it is worth taking a break with a view of the impressive mountain giants of the Totes Gebirge, whose rock massifs are criss-crossed by wild valleys.

The exposed section of the Dolomitensteig then begins. The partly secured trail runs gently up and down along steep rock faces, through trenches and over hilltops. The route leads through an untamed mountain landscape of brittle dolomite rock, rugged rock towers and finely chipped scree slopes. The crystal-clear pools, whose water offers a refreshing cool-down, form a contrast to this.

The descent into the valley follows a less demanding path through larch and beech forests. A forest road forms the end of the tour and leads back to the parking lot at Almgasthof Baumschlagerreith.

Caution:
- Mountain boots recommended
- Alpine trail, partly secured with steel cables.
- A head for heights, sure-footedness and mountain experience are required; children should be at least 10 years old.

For hunting reasons, the trail is closed every year from September 15 to October 1.