Ski tour from Schluppes to the Hochplattspitze summit (2548 m)

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Length
3.0 km
Duration
02:12
Difference in height uphill
733 m
Difference in height downhill
5 m
Highest point
2,201 m
Difficulty
medium
Recommended season
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Ascent: Follow the forest road gently into the valley. Alternatively, it's possible to ascend directly from the valley floor (1,625 m) via a steep ridge between two stream gullies to reach the Schluppesalm (1,825 m). From the alpine hut, head southeast towards a rounded knoll. Ascend to a small saddle (2,050 m) just to the left of it. Continue along the left edge of a depression further into the valley. Then, slightly left of the steeper terrain, ascend at a moderate incline to the base of the large summit slope (2,300 m). This slope becomes increasingly steep and is featureless – it should only be tackled under absolutely safe conditions. The best route leads along the left edge of the slope until approx. 2,450 m, where you traverse diagonally right, very steep (40–45°), to a small ledge (2,470 m). Continue steeply up to the ridge (2,510 m). If not already done below, this is a good place for the ski depot. Follow the narrow ridge to the right to reach the summit with cross. Impressive views down into the Wannser and Ontrat valleys.

Descent: Same as ascent. In spring, you can also descend from the Jaufenhaus to just above the alpine hut (approx. 140 vertical meters), then traverse back into the valley.

Note: Crampons and an ice axe are recommended in spring.

Good to know: This is a premium ski tour featuring designated and cleared parking areas at the starting points, information boards with a panoramic map, route overview and tour data, as well as avalanche transceiver checkpoints for safety equipment testing.

The designation “passable” refers solely to the accessibility of the route and does not provide any information about avalanche conditions. These must always be assessed independently before each tour.

Author's tip
Premium ski tour with designated free parking and information board with panoramic map at the starting poin.
Recommended equipment
The equipment must be adapted to the weather conditions. An avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe, first aid kit and a map are indispensable.

Maps: AV map 31/3 Brennerberge mountains; Tabacco 038, Sterzing/Vipiteno – Stubaier Alpen/Stubai Alps; Tabacco 039, Passeiertal/Val Passiria
Description to arrive at destination
From the A22 motorway exit in Sterzing/Vipiteno head west towards Gasteig/Casateia and turn left into the Jaufental valley. Continue to Schluppes/Casalupa at the end of the valley, to the start of the forest road at the Ungererhof.
Parking
The car park at the starting point is available to you free of charge.
Safety instructions
You are moving in unsecured alpine terrain.
Be aware of alpine dangers and act responsibly.
The planning and execution of all ski tours is your own responsibility.

Avalanche report: www.avalanche.report
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