Hike to the Stanser Joch
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A challenging hike offering stunning views of the main Alpine ridge, with its glaciers, and Lake Achensee to the north.

Once you reach the summit cross, your hard work and effort are rewarded with a magnificent view over the valley, the main Alpine ridge and Lake Achensee to the north.

At a Glance

Difficulty level:difficult
Elevation loss:1525 m
Walking time / ascent:6 h

Information

Walking time / descent:4 h
Starting point:Car park Laurentiuskirche church, Stans
Finishing point:Stanser Joch
Path surface:The route starts on a tarmac road, then turns into a steep, partly rocky footpath (or alternatively a forest track)
Directions:Route description:
  • The starting point is the car park by St. Laurentius Church in Stans
  • From the car park, the route is well signposted; please follow the signposts towards St. Georgenberg
  • The route initially follows a tarmac road for a short distance until the Maria Tax/St. Georgenberg junction
  • From here, the actual Way of the Cross begins on a gentle, mostly gently ascending forest track
  • From the St. Georgenberg/Heuberg/Stanserjoch junction, the well-signposted, partly steeply ascending hiking trail leads to the Stanserjoch. (Alternatively, the forest track can be chosen for the ascent or descent)
  • The return journey follows the same route

 
Recommended equipment:
  • Sturdy footwear
  • Rainwear/sun protection
  • Plenty of drinking water/snacks

Fitness & technique

Fitness:5
Technical:3

Getting there

Getting there:By public transport: Train to Stans station – walk to the Laurentiuskirche car park
By car: A12 Inntal motorway, exit at Schwaz, continue to Stans to the Laurentiuskirche car park
Public transport:Train to Stans station – walk to the car park at Stans Laurentiuskirche
You can find the bus timetables at www.smartride.vvt.at
Parking: Car park at Laurentius Church, Stans

Best season

Apr:Yes
May:Yes
Jun:Yes
Jul:Yes
Aug:Yes
Sep:Yes
Oct:Yes

City:Stans

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Parking Lot Laurentius Church

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Accommodation in the region

Hotel
Garni Kastner

  • Place: Stans
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Superior

Ferienhaus
Eichenseer

  • Place: Gallzein

Haus
Steinlechner

  • Place: Schwaz

Ferienhaus
Rastenhof

  • Place: Gallzein

Ferienwohnung
Guggenberger

  • Place: Buch in Tirol