Gamsjoch Summit from Eng
Update on July 30, 2026: No matter how reluctant I am, I have to postpone this hike by one week due to the forecasted thunderstorms on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Hopefully the weather will be better next weekend. Please note that this is a strenuous hike, with a very steep slope right at the start of the ascent. Good physical condition is therefore essential. Additionally, we need to make sure to catch the last bus at 18:35, which means we'll need to maintain a steady group pace—we can't afford to be too slow. ---- Update on July 16, 2026: Weather: Saturday, July 18, forecasts heavy rain and thunderstorms, and next weekend's outlook remains equally unfavorable. Therefore, we postpone the trip for two weeks. More trail references: https://www.moonhoneytravel.com/gamsjoch-peak-hike-karwendel/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aCSaFybwjso ---- This hike to the Gamsjoch summit (2452m) from Eng, Austria, covers 16km with 1290m of elevation gain, requiring good fitness for the 6:30 to 8:30 hours, group-paced endeavor. Participants are responsible for taking care of their own safety. The trip starts at 7:02am departure from Munich Hbf. More details are provided in the following sections. Map: https://www.komoot.com/tour/3094322041 Trip plan: - 7:02 am take RB56 from Munich Hbf to Lenggries - 8:18 am transfer to Bus 369 at Lenggries\, Bahnhof to Eng (Tirol)\, Gasthaus - 9:20 am arrive. - The entire hike takes estimated 6:30 to 8:30 hours. (return) - Returning time depends on our schedule. However\, we need to make sure to catch the latest bus at 18:35 and then transfer to RB56 to Munich. (The bus runs once every hour.) What to bring (recommended): - a backpack with 20 to 30 Liter capacity - 4+ Liter water\, preferably with electrolytes to prevent cramping - snacks\, plus some on the road - layered clothes - hiking boots or shoes - weather shell (a waterproof or windproof jacket) - sun protection (sunglasses\, hat\, sun screen\, etc.) - trekking poles (if you have) - navigation system (if you want to) - first aid kits (like bandages\, if you want to) Weather: Bergfex: - https://www.bergfex.at/sommer/hinterriss/wetter/prognose/ Please note that: - bring your IDs or passports in case of border control. - we will count the number of people before we set off. So\, please ensure to show up at the time. - during the hike\, walking at your own pace\, but we together walk as a group. So\, be aware and generous to people who may not have the same condition as you. We are a team in the mountain. If you need any information, please leave comments below. See you in the mountain. Happy journey.
