3036 m n.m.
1243 m
King of the Lechtal Alps
The Lechtal Alps are among the most extensive and wildest mountain ranges in the Northern Limestone Alps. They stretch along the Lech River on the border of the Austrian federal states of Tyrol and Vorarlberg and are famous for their sharp limestone ridges, deep valleys, and exceptionally rugged terrain. Unlike the neighboring Allgäu Alps, there are fewer tourists here, more solitude, and a true high-mountain atmosphere.
The King of the Lechtal Alps challenge brings together the most significant peaks of the range, distinguished by their independence, height, and dominant position in the landscape. The goal is to summit all selected peaks and experience the diversity of this extraordinary mountain range – from grassy lookout mountains to challenging rocky summits, dominated by the highest point of the range, Parseierspitze (3036 m with a prominence of 1243 m), the only three-thousander in the Lechtal Alps. From its summit, one of the most beautiful panoramic views in the entire Northern Limestone Alps opens up. No less impressive is Holzgauer Wetterspitze, which, with its distinctive pyramid shape, is among the most photogenic peaks in the area, or the solitary Thaneller, which forms a striking landmark at the entrance to the Lechtal Valley. The only optional peak is Fallesinspitze, as there is no marked trail leading to it.
Peak characteristics in the challenge:
- elevation above 2300 m
- prominence above 400 m
- there is a route leading to it, including unmarked or via ferrata
- ascent is not prohibited
The King of the Lechtal Alps challenge brings together the most significant peaks of the range, distinguished by their independence, height, and dominant position in the landscape. The goal is to summit all selected peaks and experience the diversity of this extraordinary mountain range – from grassy lookout mountains to challenging rocky summits, dominated by the highest point of the range, Parseierspitze (3036 m with a prominence of 1243 m), the only three-thousander in the Lechtal Alps. From its summit, one of the most beautiful panoramic views in the entire Northern Limestone Alps opens up. No less impressive is Holzgauer Wetterspitze, which, with its distinctive pyramid shape, is among the most photogenic peaks in the area, or the solitary Thaneller, which forms a striking landmark at the entrance to the Lechtal Valley. The only optional peak is Fallesinspitze, as there is no marked trail leading to it.
Peak characteristics in the challenge:
- elevation above 2300 m
- prominence above 400 m
- there is a route leading to it, including unmarked or via ferrata
- ascent is not prohibited
