The routes of the Herz-Ass Villgratental are designed so that each one represents a full day's hike, meaning a hike lasting 6 to 10 hours and thus a full day. The length of the stages is freely selectable; they can be shortened or lengthened at your own discretion, as an earlier descent is usually possible. Due to the length of the stages, a good level of physical fitness is a prerequisite for a successful day's hiking.
The Ace of Hearts route also allows you to climb the striking mountain peaks of our valley. Additional summit climbs add significantly to the stage times (approximately 3 hours). Since we are at an altitude of approximately 1,800 to 2,600 meters, the ascent and descent represent both an alpine and time-consuming challenge for the hiker or mountaineer.
Since we are hiking in alpine terrain, it requires a certain level of surefootedness and alpine experience.
If these conditions are met, you will remember the Herz-Ass high-altitude hiking trail as a successful mountain and hiking experience.