Eagle Walk Stage 18: Lorea Hütte - Anhalter Hütte

The first section of the hike is fairly easy, gently ascending alpine greenery before making an Achilles-aching ascent to the Loreascharte ridge. Beyond, it’s a knee-jarring descent to the Heimbach Valley, from where you will gain the Schweinsteinjoch col on your way to the Tarrentonalm hut. This is a perfect walk to show intrepid hikers the extraordinary places their feet can take them. However, you’ll need to turn your focus from the scenery to your feet as the steep descent from Hinterberg col can be treacherous and slippery in rain, and you'll have to cross a few snowfields as snow may remain here well into August. Beyond Hinterberg col and Kromsattel saddle, the path winds down meadows and alpine pastures to reach the Anhalter Hütte hut. Call it a day and savour the breathtaking views!
Starting point: Lorea Hütte