Stubai Glacier
Wednesday, 24th June
| Walk: | Gamsgarten, Fernau Middle Station, Dresdner Hutte, Stubaier Hohenweg, Wilder Grub'n, Mutterbergersee, Mutterbergalm | ||
| Start Point: | Mutterberger | Distance: | 6 miles |
| Ascent: | 1,900 feet | Descent: | 4,580 feet |
| Max Alt: | 8,448 feet | Time: | 4+ hours |
| Weather: | Mainly sunny with a chilly wind | ||
| Comments: | After travelling on the bus to the head of the valley we took the gondola to Gamsgarten where there were a few people skiing. After exploring the area we took time out for refreshments before descending to the middle station. From here a short ascent took us past the Dresdner hut and onto a col with a small lake. A few photos later we continued on but found the snowfield unsafe to cross at the usual place. Taking a lower route Al spent time kicking in steps to that we cou;d safely make it to the other side. Here we joined the vehicle track which we initially ascended but found that we had to retrace our steps to a lower level to join the Wilde Waser Weg. We then detoured to the Mutterberger See - a perfect spot for lunch. From here the path took us back to the Wilder Waser Weg and down to Mutterberger for the bus back to the hotel. | ||
Quite a bleak view from the gondola . . .
as we ascended to Gamsgarten
Taking in the views . . .
we decided not to join the skiers today!
Instead we headed for the cafe . . .
for a short break . . .
and time to enjoy more of the views
Leaving the middle station . . .
we headed past the Dresdner Hutte . . .
to find a picturesque lake . . .
where we took time out for photos . . .
including our leaders, Al and Jane
Perfect reflections as we leave
It took some time for Al to create a safe crossing point . . .
as the other group started to catch us up . . .
and take advantage of the steps Al created
One of the many trucks . . .
making its way up the track . . .
and round the steep corners . . .
past some of our group . . .
creating quite a lot of dust
Getting comfortable for elevenses . . .
where we have a view back down the track
A pause as we meet the other group
Passing a snowbridge . . .
and waterfall . . .
we cross a rather rickety looking bridge
Arriving at Mutterberger See . . .
Al does the honours . . .
including a close-up
Then it's time to . . .
check out this magnificent lake . . .
and in panorama view
The 'windblown' look!
A sprinkling of icing sugar?!
Enjoying the view . . .
and in the opposite direction - a pristine snowfield
A lovely path takes us down . . .
with views up the valley . . .
past a waterfall . . .
and back to the track . . .
with the constant activity of trucks
A visit to the waterfall opposite our bus stop . . .
Zooming in to the top of waterfall . . .
and focusing on the light and shadow . . .
there is time to explore . . .
different perspectives . . .
and trying to get the 'milky water' effect
Using rocks at a lower level . . .
another attempt at the 'milky water' effect
Zoominh over a high ridge - the moon is out already
The waterfall again . . .
this time from the opposite side of the road