Schaufelspitze

#108 among destinations in Austria

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

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Schaufelspitze, Austria, stands as a majestic peak in the Stubai Alps, a beacon for mountaineers and nature enthusiasts alike. This alpine gem rises to an elevation of 3,333 meters, making it one of the notable summits in the range. Its name, translating to "Shovel Peak," aptly describes the mountain's distinctive, broad shape that resembles the blade of a shovel.

The Schaufelspitze is renowned for its panoramic views, offering a breathtaking vista that encompasses the rugged beauty of the Austrian Alps. The mountain's accessibility via the Stubai Glacier cable car system makes it a popular destination for both experienced climbers and casual hikers looking to immerse themselves in the alpine environment.

Those who reach the summit of Schaufelspitze are rewarded with an unforgettable experience, enveloped by the grandeur of snow-capped peaks and the serene tranquility of high altitudes. The mountain is also a part of the larger Stubai hiking area, which boasts a network of trails that cater to all levels of outdoor adventurers.

Alternative names: First ascent: 1862Coordinates: 46°58'43"N, 11°6'57"E

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TyrolAustria

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Schaufelspitze – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Schrankogel, Zuckerhütl, Ruderhofspitze, Stubaier Wildspitze.

4.6 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Schrankogel
118 min walk • The Schrankogel, 3497 m is the second highest mountain in the Stubai Alps. The northeast side of the Schrankogel is steep and snowy; from all other sides the Schrankogel has a rocky character.
2.1 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Zuckerhütl
53 min walk • The Zuckerhütl is a mountain in Tyrol, Austria. At 3,505 metres, it is the highest peak of the Stubai Alps and lies at the southern end of the Stubaital Valley. It derives its name, the German for sugarloaf, from its conical shape. In nearby Italy it is known as Pan di Zùcchero, the Italian term for sugarloaf.
4.4 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Ruderhofspitze
113 min walk • At 3,474 m the Ruderhofspitze is the fourth highest mountain in the Stubai Alps in Austria. It is part of the Alpein Mountains and lies in the Austrian state of Tyrol.
1 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Stubaier Wildspitze
26 min walk • The Stubaier Wildspitze is a 3,341-metre-high mountain in the Stubai Alps in the Austrian state of Tyrol. Northeast of the summit lie two glaciers, the Schaufelferner and the Daunkogelferner, which form the basis for the Stubai Glacier ski region.
2.5 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Wilder Pfaff
63 min walk • The Wilder Pfaff is a mountain in the Stubai Alps on the border between Tyrol, Austria, and South Tyrol, Italy.
5.1 miS
Mountain route with restaurants and views
Timmelsjoch, Moos in Passeier
132 min walk • Timmelsjoch, is a high mountain pass that creates a link through the Ötztal Alps along the border between Austria and Italy.
3.5 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Wilder Freiger
91 min walk • The Wilder Freiger is a mountain in the Stubai Alps on the border between Tyrol, Austria, and South Tyrol, Italy.
3 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Blaue Lacke
77 min walk • Blaue Lacke is a lake in the Stubai Alps in Tyrol, Austria.
6.3 miSW
46°56'3"N • 10°59'55"E
Gaislachalm, Sölden
161 min walk • Hiking, Alpine hut
2.8 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Sonklarspitze
72 min walk • The Sonklarspitze, also Sonklarspitz, is a mountain in the Stubai Alps on the border between Tyrol, Austria, and South Tyrol, Italy.
5.2 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Östliche Seespitze
133 min walk • The Östliche Seespitze is a mountain, 3,416 m, in the Stubai Alps in Austria. It belongs to the Alpeiner Mountains and is their second highest peak after the Ruderhofspitze.