Gern Alm - Plumssattel - Plumsjochhütte - Gern Alm
Hut & alpine pasture hiking

From Gern Alm to Plumssattel and on to the cosy Plumsjochhütte – with mountain views and a rustic stop along the way.

From the Gern Alm mountain hut, follow the trail as it climbs to the Plumssattel (1,669 metres) and then take the easy path to the Plumsjochhütte mountain hut (1,630 metres). The return is via the same route.

At a Glance

Difficulty level:medium difficulty
Elevation loss:540 m
Walking time / ascent:2 h

Information

Walking time / descent:1.75 h
Starting point:Pertisau, Gern Alm
Finishing point:Pertisau, Gern Alm
Path surface:forest road, hiking path
Recommended equipment:Sturdy boots (ankle-high hiking boots), weather appropriate clothing. Telescopic hiking poles are recommended.

Fitness & technique

Fitness:3
Technical:3

Getting there

Getting there:By car to the Gern Alm. From Pertisau at the beginning of the Nature Park Karwendel, a toll road (open since 24 April 2026) leads to the Gern Alm. Or by foot, to the route description
Parking:Parking at the Gern Alm (free of charge).

Best season

Jun:Yes
Jul:Yes
Aug:Yes
Sep:Yes
Oct:Yes

Quality Seal

Tirol Hiking Quality Seal:Yes

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