recommended route
Via Stepbergalm to the summit of Mount Kramer (back via St.-Martin-Hütte)
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Kramergipfel in der MorgensonnePhoto: GaPa Tourimus Online, GaPa Tourismus
The ascent to Mount Kramer is worth it, which is not only because of the stop at the Stepbergalm (Alpine hut).
difficult
Distance 16.1 km
7:30 h
1,400 m
1,400 m
1,971 m
790 m
This is one of the most popular one day hikes via Garmisch-Partenkirchen. It offers everything a perfect tour needs: A stop at an Alpine hut for a bite to eat and refreshments, a break at the summit crucifix as well as nice mountain trails through the forest and past the treeline.
For a more detailed description of the tour, please refer to "PDF Print" above.
Author’s recommendation
A stop at the Stepbergalm is a must! The Alpine hut was mentioned for the first time in 1408 and is idyllically situated in a valley up in the mountains between Mount Kramer and the mountains Vorderer Ziegspitz and Hirschbühelkopf. In the summer, sheep and young cattle graze here. Next to the Almhütte you will find a cold water basin that is perfect for refreshing your feet and legs after the hike.
Author
GaPa Tourismus GmbH
Update: May 25, 2023
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Highest point
1,971 m
Lowest point
790 m
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Almhütte, BerggasthofStepbergalm
Safety information
As the paths are often steep, it is necessary to be surefooted, in good physical condition and not afraid of heights. Bring along with you provisions and drinks for the hike! The part of the tour above the treeline is quite exposed and, in the summer, it might be hot between the dwarf pines. If you start the tour early enough, you will be back in the cool shades of the mountain forest when it gets hot at noon.
In the spring and late fall, there might be snowfields on the northern slopes of Mount Kramer. Additionally, the ropes and part of the climbing sections of the route might be covered with ice (descent over Kramerrücken, St.-Martin-Hütte).
The phone number for Alpine emergencies: Phone 112 (Mountain Rescue Service)
Weather forecast for the local mountains of the Bayerische Zugspitzbahn Bergbahnen cable car company: Phone +49 8821 797 979
Tips and hints
www.gapa.de, www.stepberg-alm.deStart
Almhütte (Alpine hut) at the Kramerplateau trail. (792 m)
Coordinates:
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47.493340, 11.062760
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47°29'36.0"N 11°03'45.9"E
UTM
32T 655370 5262051
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Destination
Almhütte am Kramerplateauweg
Turn-by-turn directions
From the Alpine hut at the Kramerplateau trail walk in the direction of the Herrgottschrofen (follow the signs) until you see the signs to the “Stepbergalm über gelbes Gwänd”. Turn right here. After a 2 hour 30 minute walk, which goes through a quiet valley and shady mountain forest, you will reach the peaceful Alpine hut (1,583 m). From here, a steep path and then a narrow trail lead to the summit at 1,985 m (2 h). During this part of the tour, you will have a great view over the Valley of the Loisach and the mountains of the Wetterstein- and Ammer. The quickest and most direct descent is on the same route. The following route on the mountain ridge of Mount Kramer is more beautiful, but longer as well. After the summit crucifix, a path leads you in the northern direction until you walk downhill via an extended rock and gravel field on the right hand side of the northern slope. You will then cross an idyllic saddle and pass the Kramersteig (a little bit of easy climbing is required here) until you reach the way between Königsstand and St.-Martin-Hütte. Then, you will reach the Kramerplateau trail. Keep to the right and hike the last part of the route back to the starting point at the Almhütte. The descent takes about 3 hours.
Note
Wildlife protection area Kramer: November 15 - April 15
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
Take a train of the Deutsche Bahn (German Federal Railway) to Garmisch-Partenkirchen (comfortable and regular connections). At the station forecourt, board a local bus (route 1). Get off at the Äußere Maximilianstraße bus stop. Walk to the next street to the left uphill to the "Maximilianshöhe" until you reach the Almhütte (this walk takes approximately 15 minutes).
By road
Take the motorway A95 from Munich to its end at Eschenlohe, and then follow the state road B2 to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. After the Farchanter tunnel, drive in the direction of the Garmisch part of town and Grainau/Zugspitze. Go on through Garmisch and towards Grainau/Zugspitze. At the end of Garmisch (near the barracks) turn right onto Äußere Maximilianstraße over the Loisachbrücke (bridge over the Loisach River). Follow this street through a residential area until you will turn left onto a street to the Maximilianshöhe (direction of Almhütte/Tierheim) after approx. 500 m. Drive uphill until you reach the Almhütte on the Maximilianshöhe behind a small forest.Coming from Ehrwald/Tirol on the state road B23, drive past Grainau and turn right over the Loisach onto Äußere Maximilianstraße when you have passed the town sign of Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Follow this street through a residential area until you turn left onto the street to the Maximilianshöhe (direction of Almhütte/Tierheim) after approx. 500 m. Drive uphill until you reach the Almhütte on the Maximilianshöhe behind a small forest.
From Innsbruck/Mittenwald, take the state road B2 until you reach the town hall square (Rathausplatz). Turn left here and then follow the signs to the Garmisch part of town and Grainau/Zugspitze/Reutte/Tirol. Drive through the town and follow the signs to Grainau/Zugspitze. At the end of Garmisch (near the barracks), turn right onto the street to the Maximilianshütte (direction of Almhütte/Tierheim) after approx. 500m. Drive uphill until you reach the Almhütte on the Maximilianshöhe right behind a small forest.
Parking
Parking spaces are available at the Almhütte.Coordinates
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47.493340, 11.062760
DMS
47°29'36.0"N 11°03'45.9"E
UTM
32T 655370 5262051
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Equipment
Ankle-high mountain boots, telescope hiking sticks are recommended; bring enough to drink!
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Difficulty
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Distance
16.1 km
Duration
7:30 h
Ascent
1,400 m
Descent
1,400 m
Highest point
1,971 m
Lowest point
790 m
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