Egg - Schetteregg | Sunrise and sunset hike to the Winterstaude

Directions

Depending on the sunrise time, the start is between 3.30 a.m. and 5.00 a.m. or between 5.00 p.m. and 7.00 p.m. depending on the sunset time. The tour starts in Schetteregg, from there you hike towards Alpe Brongen, keep left at the turnoff to Alpe Brongen and continue towards Winterstaude. The path turns into an alpine path (sure-footedness required) and then leads over the “Hasenstrick” to the summit of the Winterstaude. When you arrive at the summit cross, you not only have the pleasure of enjoying the sunrise or sunset, but you are also rewarded with a fantastic panorama all the way to Lake Constance. The view is phenomenal in all directions. In the north the Nagelfluh chain with the Hochgrat, in the west the Säntis, in the south the Braunarlspitze and in the east the Hochvogel. There are various options for the descent (via Bühlenalpe, to Bezau or back the same way).

Suggestions

The crowning glory of a beautiful sunrise or sunset is the opportunity to stop off at the Panorama Restaurant Baumgarten or in the Alpe Wildmoos.

Equipment

• Warm mountain clothing in layers and a change of clothes
• Waterproof mountain or hiking shoes with a non-slip sole
• Sleeping mat, seat cushion as isolation from the ground
• Bivouac sack (also for unplanned overnight stays)
• hat and gloves
• Headlamp with a good and wide beam of light
• sunglasses and sunscreen
• Snack and (warm) drinks
• Information about the weather conditions
• Orientation aids such as map, altimeter

Safety information

EMERGENCY CALL:

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https://www.vorarlberg.travel/en/safety-tips-on-the-mountain/

Choosing the exact time: So that you don't arrive too late at the summit, you should choose the exact time of sunrise or sunset.

Observe the weather: Of course, the weather should be very nice and stable at sunrise or sunset. Safety first!