TransAlp - new Route!

 📍 Munich, Germany

🏔️ The Alps             

           📅 26 July – 1 August 2027

🥾 Difficult                

Price per person

€ 1395

What to expect

• A true Alpine crossing: Seven days on foot from the Bavarian Alps across the main Alpine ridge into Italy.
• Changing landscapes: From the limestone cliffs of the Rofan to the glaciated Zillertal Alps and sunny South Tyrol.
• Big mountain panoramas: Endless peaks, shimmering glaciers and ice-cold alpine lakes.
• Wild trails: Tackle rugged passes, challenging terrain and exciting scrambling sections.
• Three countries, three cultures: Discover changing traditions, cosy mountain huts and regional food along the way.

Accommodation

Our mountain huts are simple but welcoming, offering shared rooms that may also be shared with other hikers. All huts have shared washing facilities, and some offer showers at an additional cost. Breakfast is served buffet-style, while dinner consists of a set multi-course menu. Most huts offer vegetarian and often vegan options. Other dietary requirements can usually be accommodated, but options may be limited due to the huts' remote locations and simple facilities. Please let me know about any dietary requirements in advance.

Travel

Start: Munich main station on Monday at 7 am. 
End: Munich main station on Sunday by 9 pm the latest.

Most guests travel together from Munich, but you’re also welcome to meet us directly at Tegernsee Main Station. If you live nearby, you can simply join us on the morning of departure. If you’re travelling from further away, Munich is a well-connected travel hub. If you’re unsure which option works best for you, feel free to get in touch!

Programme

Moday - Arrival at the hut
11 km, ↑ 1200 m, ↓ 300 m, 7 hrs
Our Transalp adventure begins in the Bavarian village of Kreuth, near Tegernsee. We hike through lush alpine meadows and forests, stopping for a packed lunch beside a refreshing mountain stream. Just below Tegernseer Hütte (1650 m), the trail becomes steeper and rockier, with a fun scrambling section leading up to the hut, spectacularly perched between two rocky peaks. With just 25 beds, it offers a wonderfully intimate, homely atmosphere for our first evening together. After dinner, we climb the nearby Roßstein to watch the sunset over the Bavarian Alps – a magical start to our journey across the Alps.

Tuesday - Dalfazalm (1693 m)
14 km, ↑↓ 1000 m, 8 hrs
From Tegernseer Hütte, we descend south through alpine meadows and forests before a short bus ride takes us across the border to Achensee in Austria. Here, we begin our climb into the Rofan mountains, following beautiful mountain trails with sweeping views of the turquoise lake below. Our destination is Dalfazalm (1693 m), a welcoming alpine hut where we settle in for our second night in the mountains.

Please note: A new bus route between Tegernsee and Achensee is planned to start in July 2027. Our exact hiking route will depend on the confirmed bus stops. If there is no suitable bus connection, I will arrange a private shuttle instead.

Wednesday - Bayreuther Hut (1576 m)
14 km, ↑ 700 m, ↓ 800 m, 8 hrs
From Dalfazalm, we climb through alpine meadows into the rugged limestone landscape of the Rofan mountains. Passing above Grubasee, we make our way up to Rofanspitze (2259 m), where we're rewarded with spectacular views of the surrounding peaks. From the summit, we follow a narrow mountain trail beneath the striking rock tower of Sagzahn before descending across steep grassy slopes towards Schermsteinalm, tucked beneath towering rock walls. Continuing downhill through alpine pastures, we reach Bayreuther Hütte (1576 m), our home for the night.

Thursday - Friesenberghaus (2498 m)
17 km, ↑ 700 m, ↓ 1100 m, 10 hrs
Today is a long day, combining hiking with a journey from one mountain range to the next. We begin with a long descent from Bayreuther Hütte through alpine meadows and forests to Kramsach in the Inn Valley. From here, we travel by public transport through the Inn Valley and into the heart of the Zillertal Alps, reaching the spectacular Schlegeis reservoir after around three hours. We stop for lunch at Dominikushütte (1805 m) before leaving the turquoise waters behind and beginning a steady climb into increasingly rugged high-alpine terrain towards Friesenberghaus (2498 m), where we arrive just in time for a quick swim and dinner.

Friday - Pfitscher-Joch-Haus (2276 m)
13 km, ↑ 550 m, ↓ 750 m, 7 hrs
Today we spend the entire day traversing the slopes high above the Schlegeis reservoir, with constant views of the dramatic glaciers and towering peaks of the Zillertal Alps. The narrow mountain trail winds up and down across rocky slopes and alpine meadows, with several stream crossings offering tempting spots for a refreshing dip. Along the way, we stop for lunch at the spectacularly situated Olpererhütte (2389 m), before continuing towards Pfitscher Joch (2276 m). Here, we cross the main Alpine ridge into Italy and reach Pfitscher-Joch-Haus, beautifully situated beside a mountain lake that invites us for an afternoon swim and a little sunbathing.

Saturday - Hochfeiler Hut (2710 m)
11 km, ↑ 1000 m, ↓ 600 m, 7 hrs
Today the landscape changes once again as we climb towards our highest overnight stop yet. The trail leads across green alpine meadows, gradually giving way to increasingly rugged terrain, with rushing mountain streams along the way. As we gain height, the scenery becomes more dramatic, bringing us closer to the mighty glaciers of the Zillertal Alps. A final climb takes us to Hochfeiler Hütte (2710 m), spectacularly situated beneath its namesake, Hochfeiler (3509 m), the highest peak of the Zillertal Alps.

Sunday - Descent & Return to Munich
11 km, ↓ 1300 m, 4 hrs
For our final day, we begin with a short climb and a bit of fun scrambling to a spectacular viewpoint, offering close-up views of the Gliderferner glacier and the surrounding rugged summits. With a little luck, we might even spot ibex among the rocks. Back on the trail, we begin our long descent into the green Pfitsch Valley. From here, we take a bus to the charming South Tyrolean town of Vipiteno, followed by a train journey back to Munich, bringing our seven-day adventure across the Alps to an end.

Please note that our hiking days and routes may differ from the programme described, depending on weather and snow conditions, trail conditions and the fitness and ability of the group. 

Yoga

The yoga practice is optional and suitable for everyone.

Also on my hut-to-hut treks, more and more guests enjoy taking a little time to warm up before setting off, stretch tired muscles after a full day of hiking and unwind with simple breathing and meditation techniques. You're welcome to join these short outdoor practices in the morning and after we arrive at the hut, whenever the weather allows and as much or as little as you like.

Physical requirements

You should be comfortable:

• Seven demanding days, requiring mental resilience, determination and a positive mindset.
• Hiking 8–10 hours daily, covering 10–15 km with 1,000 m or more of ascent.
• Steep climbs and long descents on loose, rocky or uneven terrain, carrying a 6 kg backpack.
• Narrow, exposed and chain-secured trails, requiring sure-footedness, a head for heights and high-alpine experience
• Maintaining a steady pace, with excellent fitness, healthy joints and limited recovery time.
• Hiking under time pressure to stay ahead of approaching bad weather.
• Multi-day trekking experience, ideally on one of my previous treks, including familiarity with mountain huts and group hiking.
• Thorough preparation, with regular mountain hikes and endurance training in the months leading up to the trek.

Please keep in mind that you're in the best position to decide whether this trip is the right fit for you. Multi-day hikes in the Alps can sometimes feel more challenging than expected, especially if you're new to Alpine hiking. If you haven't hiked with me before, or you're unsure about your fitness level or equipment, I'd be more than happy to have a chat with you beforehand and help you decide whether this tour is a good match for you.

Service included

• Organised trip by a registered travel company
• Guided hikes by a qualified UIMLA & VDBS International Mountain Leader
• Information package about the trip including a packing list
• 6 hut nights in shared rooms including half-board

Extra costs on tour

• Transport to the start and from the end of the trek
• Transfers between different sections of the trek
• Sit-down lunch, beverages during the trip

• Personal health and travel insurance

Payment Information

A deposit of €150 is required within seven days of booking, with the remaining balance due 30 days before the start date. Payment in instalments is possible; please contact me directly at info(at)shantitreks.com. Please note that the cancellation policy applies as outlined in the T&Cs.