Scenic circular hiking trail at Stubnerkogel

Your adventure starts at the mountain station of Stubnerkogelbahn cable car. From there, follow the signposted trail towards the Glocknerblick viewing platform. Once you’re there, you’ll be rewarded with fantastic views of Austria’s highest mountain, the Großglockner (3,798 meters), and many other impressive summits in Salzburg, Tyrol, Carinthia, Styria, and nearby Bavaria.

Passing below the Glocknerblick viewing platform, walk along the ridge to get to Felsenweg trail, which runs along steep, jagged rock faces. After crossing a 16-meter-long, free-floating suspension bridge, you will reach the next striking vantage point: a bright orange viewing platform perched on a plateau offering stunning views across the valley.

Walk back from Felsenweg trail to the mountain station and continue towards the Talblick viewing platform from there. From the platform, you enjoy a one-of-a-kind bird’s eye view of the depths below and across the valley. The platform is perched on a promontory, giving visitors the impression that they are “floating” above the abyss. Similar to an open-air movie theater, you can sit down on the sitting steps beside the stairs and take in the amazing scenery.

From Felsenweg trail, a slightly uphill path runs to the transmission tower adorned with impressive street art. From there, you can also reach the wooden Stubnerkogel summit cross.

The highlight of your walk along the scenic circular hiking trail is the 140-meter-long suspension bridge that leads up to the terrace of Stubner summit restaurant. The bridge is not for the faint at heart, as it is both slightly swaying and see-through. If you dare to cross the bridge, you’ll be rewarded with jaw-dropping views and a relaxed break at the restaurant.