Equipment for Hiking in Austria
Hiking Boots, Backpack and Many More
Hiking in Austria bears some risks that foreigners are often unaware. However, you need not to worry: Relatively few people get seriously injured or die at hiking in the Austrian Alps, but even a sprained ankle can spoil your holidays. So do not hesitate and ask for advice at your hike hotel Gratz in the valley of Grossarl.
Hiking in Austria can be an extremely enjoyable experience when you have the right equipment. The wrong equipment instead can be disastrous and will make your day of hiking a nightmare. Sepp and Maria Gratz, both certified hiking guides in the valley of Grossarl and your hosts at the hotel Gratz, have assembled an equipment list with everything you need in order to have a safe hiking experience.
Start your hiking experience in Austria with gentle walks or hikes through the countryside; during the next days you will already be able to participate in mountain hiking tours at higher altitudes. Together with Maria and Sepp Gratz, your certified hiking guides, who will accompany you on your high-mountain hike, you will be able to conquer even the highest mountain peaks!
Hiking Austria – Hiking Boots
When you go hiking in Austria, remember that the most important thing to have are comfortable hiking boots. Your feet should feel as comfortable at the end of your hike as they do at the beginning. The wrong choice can lead to aching and bruised feet. Hiking boots should be sized a little longer than your standard street shoe. Wear them together with a pair of hiking socks in order to avoid blisters. The best thing to do when choosing hiking boots is to seek advice from a shoe specialist.
Hiking Austria – Hiking Backpack
A good hiking backpack should have an internal frame, which transfers the weight of the load to your hips, adjustable shoulder straps and a well-fitted hip belt. The backpack size should match your torso length. If your are planning a day hike through the valley, a small backpack will serve the purpose as well. In any case, ask for advice at a shop specialized in hiking gear.
Hiking Austria – Water & Wind Proof Clothing
When hiking in Austria at higher elevations, you should keep in mind that air temperature drops about three degrees for every 300 metres of elevation gain. A sudden shower or low temperatures can’t do you any harm if you carry the following clothing with you:
- Fleece jacket or pullover
- Water and wind proof jacket with a high collar and a hood
- If you hike at high altitudes (2.000 metres), do not forget to carry with you a hat and a pair of gloves, as weather can change in a heartbeat and temperatures may fall rapidly.
- Water and wind proof overtrousers
Hiking Austria – Sun Blocker and First-aid Box
- High factor sun block
- Billed cap
- High quality sun glasses
- Small first-aid box
Hiking Austria – Food and Water
If you go hiking in Austria, inform yourself about mountain cottages or inns where you can have a meal. In any case, these are the things you should carry with you:
- 1 litre water bottle
- Cereals or chocolate bar
- Some fruits, e.g. apple
Hiking Austria – Hiking Map
Do not forget to carry a detailed map and route description with you when you go hiking in Austria, even if you have hiked a trail a hundred times. Inform your host about destination and duration of your mountain hiking tour. Keep in mind that cell phone service is poor or nonexistent in the mountains.
You have a passion for hiking in Austria, but miss the right equipment? No problem! At the hike hotel Gratz you can rent different equipment pieces for your hiking tours in the Austrian Alps. Accompanied by a certified hiking guide, you get to know the beautiful Alpine world of the Grossarl mountains safely and easily. Send a non binding holiday inquiry online right away.
