Overview
The first climb was in 1887 by C. Benzien, H. Meynow and Hans Hörhager. You can only climb to the summit. The easiest climb is the north ridge. You can also climb the west ridge and south wall. The difficult is between II and V- UIAA. It depends on the route.
Getting There
The starting point for this mountain is the Furtschaglhouse. You drive through the Zillertaler valley. From Mayerhofen you drive up to the Schlegeisspeicher. For the last kilometers you have to pay a fee for using the road. At the Schlegeisspeicher you have enough parking lots. From there you walk along the lake and follow the trail to the Furtschaglhouse. You need about 2 hours.
From the house you see the Furtschaglspitze. Also you can see the north and south ridge in there full length. From the Furtschaglhouse follow the marked trail to the Schönbichler Horn. The further way depends on what ridge do you will do.
Red Tape
There are no permits necessary. You have to pay only for the last kilometers of the road. In summer 2004 it costs 10 €. With the fee you can also park your car at the Schlegeisspeicher.
When To Climb
The mountain is mostly climbed in summer. The early summer is possible but then you have a mixed climbing.
Camping
Normally camping is allowed but a hut is more comfortable. For reservation at the Furtschaglhouse see the telephone number under mountain conditions. The food is good and the people are very friendly.
Mountain Conditions
If you need mountain conditions you can call the people at the Furtschaglhouse. Telephone: 0043-676-9579818
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