Stüdlgrat Grossglockner with Mountain Guide – The Classic Ridge to Austria’s Highest Peak

Experience the legendary Stüdlgrat on the Grossglockner

Climb the Stüdlgrat on the Grossglockner (3,798 m) – one of the most spectacular and famous ridge routes in the Eastern Alps. Guided by a certified mountain guide from MT Experts, you’ll enjoy a technically challenging yet perfectly managed ascent to the highest peak in Austria.

The Stüdl Ridge offers a true alpine classic: exposed ridge climbing up to UIAA III+, breathtaking views, and the unforgettable moment of reaching the summit cross of the Grossglockner. This tour is ideal for experienced mountaineers with solid climbing skills, surefootedness, and good physical condition.

Tour itinerary – 2 days on the Stüdlgrat

Best season: mid-June to early October

Day 1 – Ascent to the Stüdlhütte

Meeting point at 12:00 pm at the Lucknerhaus (1,920 m) in Kals am Grossglockner. After a short welcome and gear check, we hike through the Ködnitz Valley up to the Stüdlhütte (2,801 m) – our comfortable base for the next day’s climb.

Stats:

• Elevation gain: approx. 1,400 m

• Duration: approx. 4 hours

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Day 2 – Climb the Stüdl Ridge to the Grossglockner (3,798 m)

We start early, crossing the Teischnitz or Ködnitz Glacier to reach the base of the ridge. Then follows the classic ridge climb (UIAA III+) – airy, exciting, and always spectacular – leading all the way to the summit of the Grossglockner. Descent via the Normal Route or the same way back into the valley.

Stats:

• Technical difficulty: up to UIAA III+

• Elevation gain: approx. 1,000 m

• Climb & hike time: approx. 8 hours

Prices per person

Note:For safety reasons, the Stüdlgrat is guided exclusively with 1–2 climbers per guide, ensuring maximum safety, efficiency, and personal attention.

Included services

• Guiding by a certified mountain & ski guide

• Rental equipment: harness, crampons, helmet (subject to availability)

• Personal support and small private rope team

• Assistance with hut reservation and logistics

Not included / Additional costs

• Access toll Kalser Grossglockner Road: approx. € 15

• 1 night half board at the Stüdlhütte (2,801 m)– with Alpine Club membership: approx. € 36 | without: approx. € 46

• Guide’s expenses (to be paid on site)

Meeting point & accommodation

Meeting point:Lucknerhaus, Glor-Berg 16, 9981 Kals am Grossglockner, Austria

Accommodation:Stüdlhütte (2,801 m)

Book your Stüdlgrat tour now

Book your guided Stüdlgrat climb on the Grossglocknerand experience one of the most beautiful ridge routes in the Alps –safe, personal and professionally guidedwith the certified mountain guides of MT Experts.