To the Hallerangeralm in the Karwendel - hiking or mountain biking into another world
- Florian
- Jul 21
- 3 min read
Updated: Sep 4
If you really want to experience the Karwendel, you don't need much - just good shoes, a bit of stamina and the courage to embrace the silence of the mountains. A tour to the Hallerangeralm is one of the most impressive routes through this wild heart of Tyrol. Whether you ride your mountain bike to the source of the Isar, rest there and hike on to the alpine pasture - or set off on foot through the lonely, spectacular Vomper Loch: this route is pure nature. And if you have more time, you can extend the tour into an unforgettable multi-day tour with overnight stays in huts such as the Lamsenjochhütte, the Karwendelhaus or the Falkenhütte.
On the way: Scharnitz - Isarursprung - Hallerangeralm
Your adventure begins in Scharnitz, the gateway to the Karwendel. From here, the route leads through the beautiful Hinterautal valley, always accompanied by the turquoise-green waters of the young Isar. After around 13 kilometers, you reach the source of the Isar - a special place where the water emerges directly from the ground. A place to pause, marvel and recharge your batteries.
The route continues - on foot or by bike - up to the Hallerangeralm. The trail becomes more challenging, but the landscape rewards you more with every meter of altitude: rugged rocks, green alpine pastures, sweeping views. At 1,768 meters, a real Tyrolean gem awaits you - the Hallerangeralm, nestled in a setting that is hard to beat.
The Hallerangeralm - rest area, starting point, favorite place
The Hallerangeralm is more than just a hut. It is a place to arrive. Whether for a short break, a cozy overnight stay or as a starting point for longer tours - here you can feel what it means to be in the mountains. Far from the roads, far from the hustle and bustle. Just nature, tranquillity and genuine Tyrolean hospitality.
Only on foot: from the Überschalljoch to the wild Vomper Loch
If you want to go further - and are ready for a real adventure - you can hike over the Überschalljoch and through the Vomper Loch. This section can only be done on foot and is one of the loneliest and wildest areas of the Karwendel mountains. Steep walls, narrow gorges, absolute silence - an impressive experience for anyone seeking true seclusion.
Multi-day tours & huts in the Karwendel
Wonderful multi-day tours can be planned around the Hallerangeralm. With additional overnight stays, you can delve deeper into the Karwendel. Here are some of the best-known and most beautiful huts in the area:
Lamsenjochhütte (1,953 m) - ideal as the next destination after Vomper Loc
Karwendelhaus (1,765 m) - spectacularly situated below the Birkkarspitz
Falkenhütte (1,848 m) - with a view of the majestic Lalidererwände
Pleisenhütte (1,757 m) - in a quiet location with a view of the Inn Valley
The combination of these huts makes the Karwendel an ideal area for 3 to 5-day trekking tours - always accompanied by magnificent nature and genuine hut romance.
Mountain biking or hiking - the choice is yours
The route to the Hallerangeralm is easy to do by mountain bike or e-bike. The stretch to the source of the Isar is particularly flat and pleasant to ride. The last section to the Alm is steeper, but is manageable with a bit of fitness. The Vomper Loch, on the other hand, is only accessible on foot and is only recommended for experienced hikers.
Conclusion: A journey into the originality of Tyrol
This tour shows you the Karwendel from its most beautiful side: pristine, mighty, vast. The route to the Hallerangeralm, past the source of the Isar, with the option of a hike through the wild Vomper Loch - this is more than just a route. It is an encounter with nature, with yourself and with the real Tyrol.