Under the Spitzkoepfe from the Wormsa valley

Date of your route : May 25, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Great hike, but the GR531 is blocked due to a landslide. If you wish to bypass it, you must be an experienced hiker as the terrain is very unstable due to landslides.

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Date of your route : Oct 23, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Nice hike, physically demanding, relatively consistent in difficulty, beautiful waterfalls, very pretty lakes.
My watch recorded 14.4 km and 806 m of elevation gain.

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Date of your route : Apr 18, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very beautiful hike, but a little technical in places (bring good shoes, as several sections require climbing over rocks or metal supports to continue).
I would not recommend it for children under 12, unless they are very experienced hikers (to be clear: there are no life-threatening dangers, but there is a risk of falling).

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Date of your route : Aug 28, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A very beautiful hike with stunning views of the Hohneck and the valley (don't forget to visit the viewpoint indicated by a sign a few minutes after the Schiessrothried lake). The scree slope is very well marked, you just need to watch where you put your feet. The passage between the SpitzKoepfe and the KerbHolz is quite technical for the region. Although well equipped (with cables to hold on to and plenty of steps), it is not recommended for everyone (those who are afraid of slopes next to the trail or who have difficulty climbing).
The return trip by cable car is picturesque.
The GPX track is very good.

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Date of your route : Mar 02, 2022
Reliability of the description : Not used / Not applicable
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

We started the route from our lodge in Mittlach and changed the return route after Kerbholz to come back via Koepfle.
We were a little intrepid and it's not necessarily a good idea to do this tour in winter because the path under the Spitzkoepfe was icy from all the springs flowing down towards the lake and some of the steps were impossible to use. 1.4 km in 2 hours
For us, it was a wonderful adventure that we will remember for a long time, but... do as I say, not as I did.
Snack break at Kerbholz in the sunshine... what more could you ask for?

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Thank you for your comment. It is indeed a place worth visiting. But 🤫 .. don't tell anyone 😉

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Date of your route : Oct 22, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : Not used / Not applicable
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

It was our first hike in the area and WOW, we were blown away. The climb is gentle, with no steep slopes, just pure enjoyment. The autumn colours in the valley and then the forest with its multitude of small streams, waterfalls and little bridges make it all really lovely. When we arrived at the lake, it was like a mirror that day, truly superb. After the second lake, before crossing the scree, there is a viewpoint on the left with two benches offering a magnificent view. It's well worth stopping there for a few minutes. Then come the slightly technical sections. They are perfectly secure and require a little attention but are no problem for an adult. The descent is not tricky, except for one or two slightly slippery sections in the rocky areas. On that day, we only came across four people, despite the perfect weather. It really is a magnificent and very varied route. With the GPS track, it's impossible to get lost. Definitely worth doing again.

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Date of your route : Oct 10, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Very beautiful hike - the difficulties really start after Lake Schiessrothried with a fairly large scree slope that requires great concentration and is followed by some very technical sections, even though they are secure - note that there are no markings at the top of Kerbholz to indicate the descent to Lake Fischboedle - the blue cross marker is much further down the descent - to find the right path, just take the small path that branches off to the left just before reaching the summit.
On the way down, we missed the junction of the two GR trails and ended up going back down the same way we came up. Here too, signposting indicating the direction of the cable car would be welcome.
In any case, it's still a very beautiful hike.

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Date of your route : Oct 11, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Very beautiful hike. Moderate difficulty throughout the route. Beautiful views throughout the day.

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Thank you for your comment, which seems to me to be perfectly in line with what I wanted to convey.

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Date of your route : Jun 13, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Without a doubt one of the most beautiful hikes I've done in a long time!
The first trail climbs steadily, winding between waterfalls and small bridges, with stunning views of the Wormsa Valley! The two lakes offer plenty of places to swim and take a break.
As for the famous "difficult" section between points 5 and 6, this involves crossing a scree slope, which is not difficult in itself if you are in normal physical condition (there are markings painted on the rocks at regular intervals). The path that continues after the scree is not "dangerous" as I have read in other very discouraging comments. On the contrary, it is perfectly safe (steps, cables, handrails, footbridges) and is never on the edge of a drop (unlike the rock path). However, you will need to use your hands to climb some obstacles, but normal physical condition is perfectly adequate (however, it is not suitable for dogs and/or small children). The descent to Lake Fischboedle after point 6 is more peaceful. Don't miss the shortcut (clearly marked on a sign) at the junction with a wider path. In summary, a very beautiful, varied and not too long hike (5 hours for me) that I would definitely do again.

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Date of your route : Jun 13, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A very beautiful hike. The climb to the lakes is pleasant and steady, and each lake has its own unique charm.
The passage between Lake Schiessrothried and Kerbholz is superb but very technical, and in my opinion more beautiful than the rocky trail! It's something you have to do once in your life
The description could be a little more detailed.

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Date of your route : Sep 15, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

The section between Lake Schiessrothried and Kerbholz is tricky, not to say difficult or even dangerous, although it is secured in some of the most challenging areas. This kind of detail is important for the average hiker.
The same applies to the signage on the ground, which is not clear enough about the level of difficulty to be expected.

Don't forget to make a detour to the viewpoint with its breathtaking view of the magnificent Wormsa valley.
A moment's thought is due when passing the spot where two gendarmes lost their lives rescuing reckless individuals...

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Addendum to previous notice: From the second lake, after climbing 600 metres, look for the viewpoint on the left:
1° Spitzkopf. It is 100m away.

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Date of your route : Jul 20, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Thanks for this lovely walk. Note the possibility of parking on the other side of the bridge, which is useful in July given how busy it gets.
From Kerbholz, the description could be more detailed; it doesn't mention the possibility of taking a shortcut to avoid a long stretch of white road... but it doesn't save any time.
Taking the cable car rather than following the path is very pleasant and informative. Good idea.
Difficulty of the hike: I would rate it as difficult given the number of hikers in the area. The tricky part is quite long, which is not reflected in the description. In fact, there are several technical sections for hikers who are used to walking in the mountains.

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