Almenland Plankogel Loop Trail / Hiking / Summer Alpine Pasture

Easy | 6.3 km | 2:00 hrs | 230 m elevation gain
Sommeralm

An easy loop hike on the Sommeralm to the Plankogel summit, featuring a 360° panoramic view, a wind turbine, and magnificent views across the Almenland.

A scenic loop trail with a summit experience

One of the most beautiful circular hiking trails on the Sommeralm, offering unobstructed views of the surrounding landscape at every turn. The Plankogel summit provides a 360° panoramic view of the alpine pasture area. Visible from far and wide is also one of Europe’s highest wind turbineson the Sommeralm—at 1,400 meters above sea level!

Starting from the Stoakogl Hut on the Sommeralm, the first part of the trail winds gently downhill through the forest. You’ll soon reach the first scenic overlooks. Now keep to the left and climb slowly up to the wind turbine on the Sommeralm. Now you have a choice: climb to the Plankogel summit or take it easy and head right back to the Stoakogl Hut.

This hike pairs well with an alpine breakfast at the Stoakogl Hut (please RSVP)!

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Starting Point & Parking

Stoakogl Hut
, Sommeralm

Free parking is available right next to the Stoakogl Hut.

Places to Stop for a Meal

Before or after your hike, the Stoakogl Hut is a great place to stop for a cozy break. The regional alpine breakfast is especially popular (please reserve in advance).

Road Conditions

The Plankogel Loop Trail runs mostly along easily walkable forest trails, alpine paths, and forest roads. The ascent to the summit is easy to manage. Only the direct descent from the summit to the Stoakogl Hut is somewhat steeper. Alternatively, this section can be bypassed via a more leisurely trail.