In the past, smuggling took place over the Kalksteinjöchl (2349 m). Today, this crossing into the Villgraten Valley in East Tyrol is a popular destination for hikers in summer and ski tourers in winter. After 820 meters of elevation gain, the Kalksteinjöchl is reached. Those who want to climb higher can ascend from there to the Gail. The summit cross at 2494 meters is reached with an additional 120 meters of elevation. The rest of the group can use the 30 minutes to rest and catch their breath. No refreshment stops available. Difficulty: Kalksteinjöchl easy, Gail medium. Time: 08:30 am.-04:00 pm. Altitude difference: Kalksteinjöchl 820 m, Gail 940m. Meeting point: 08:30 am at the parking lot in Val Casies Valley – S. Maddalena. Costs: Single tour GP 125 €, 135 €. 3-day package GP 350 €, 360 €. Each additional tour: GP +50 €, +60 €. Registration: Online booking by Wednesday, 5:00 pm. at www.gsieser-tal.com/programme or directly at the tourist information office from the Dolomites Panorama Region Val Casies Valley-Monguelfo-Tesido, T. +39 0474 978436.
Arrival
By car: Arrival at the head of the valley in Val Casies – S. Maddalena. Paid parking. Green Mobility: Arrival to the starting point is possible with the bus line 441. Bus stop: Val Casies Valley – S. Maddalena, Talschluss (head of the valley). Timetables available at www.suedtirolmobil.info.Good to know
Emergency equipment is mandatory: avalanche transceiver (LVS), avalanche probe and avalanche shovel. Rental of ski touring equipment at Huski Rentals in Val Casies Valley – S. Maddalena, not included in the price: www.huskirentals.com. Reduction on ski touring equipment with the advantage card Guest Pass - Gsiesertal-Welsberg-Taisten Card - 10%.Cancellation conditions
Please contact the Dolomites Panorama Region Val Casies Valley-Monguelfo-Tesido, T. +39 0474 978436.Location
39030 Val Casies ValleyRegistration required
onlineMeeting point
Parking head of the valley Online booking possible