Summit hike to Hochplatte

The hike begins at the mountain station of the Hochplattenbahn. The very well-developed forest path is part of the “E4” (European long-distance hiking trail “Pyrenees-Neusiedler See”) as well as the “Maximiliansweg” and the “Via Alpina”. As an alternative ascent, we first head towards Hochplatte, but after about 800 meters we choose the option to the right via the “Alten Plattenweg”. We soon reach a forest road and immediately after that the entrance to the left towards Hochplatte. It is a relatively demanding path that requires surefootedness. At the end of the path we come back to the forest road and now hike left towards Hochplatte. After a short time we reach the saddle of the Haberspitz, where we climb to the right on a steep section to the summit of the Hochplatte. After about half an hour we reach the summit cross and can enjoy the wonderful panoramic view of the Chiemgau and the surrounding mountains. In good weather, the view extends far into the Alps and into Austria. On the way back we hike from the saddle downhill to the right, pass the Hochplattenbahn and reach the starting point of our hike again. Refreshment option: Staffn Alm (small detour).