Marked footpath; impressive glacier tour

Requirements:

Basic skills in crevasse rescue and orientation; sure-footedness

Footpath type:

Good footpath, combined with a long glacier crossing and a few rocky stretches

Exposure:

Slightly exposed

Equipment:

Rucksack, alpine boots with ankle support and a good-grip rubber sole, woollen or skiing socks, anorak with a hood (Goretex), waterproofs, cap, gloves, sun glasses (with high-quality UV protection), sun cream, lip protection, spare clothing, water bottle. Safety equipment will be provided by the mountain guide (crampons, harness, rope, etc.).

Map:

Alpine Association map no. 44, "Ankogelgruppe"

Huts:

Osnabrücker Hut (2,026m)

History:

The 1762 ascent of the Ankogel was one of the earliest for any 3,000m+ mountain. It was achieved from the direction of the Anlauf valley, by a farmer called Patschg. This is reckoned to be the first ever glacial summit in the Alps to have been conquered by man. The first touring ascent was accomplished by Karl Thurwieser, together with the huntsman C. Ries, on 17th October 1822. This was repeated by Archduke Johann, Baron Herberts and several mountain guides, on 4th August 1826. On both occasions they used the same standard path as today.

Travel to Malta. Proceed to the Kölnbrein Dam along the Malta valley High-Alpine road.
weiter über die Maltataler Hochalpenstraße zur Kölnbreinsperre.

Starting place:

Kölnbrein Dam

Directions:

Walk along the northern side of the Kölnbreinsperre (reservoir), as far as the Osnabrückner Hut. In the Fallbach (stream) area, walk up to the Schwarzhornsee Lakes. Proceed in the direction of the clearly visible eastern ridge, up to the glacier and then on to the summit.

Descent:

Use the same path as for the ascent

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