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Description
The Karwendelgrube (a rocky pit surrounded by the summits of Mt. Karwendel and Mt. Dammkar) is placed next to the upper station of Karwendelbahn (Cable-car). Therefore it is easy accessible even for the disabled or elder people. Its possible to see many alpine birds (Alpine Accentor, Yellow-billed Chough, Wallcreeper, Rock Ptarmigan) throughout the year and during migration even rarities.
Details
Access
The Karwendelspitze is situated on the border between Germany and Austria, above the town of Mittenwald. You can either hike to the summit via Dammkarhütte (ca. 4-5hrs hike up the mountain) or take the cable car Karwendelbahn (ca. 35 Euro) from the nearest town Mittenwald. Click on the P in the map for directions to the parking in Mittenwald.
Terrain and Habitat
Mountain , Grassland , PlateauConditions
Mountainous , RockyCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Summer , Spring , AutumnRoute
Paved road , Wide path , Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
Next to the cable-car station is a tunnel that leads to the eastern side of Mt. Dammkar. It is also to possible to hike there over the mountain (a difficult but beautiful track). There you have a good chance for Wallcreeper.