Directions

Depending on the sunrise time, the hike starts 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 ascent by car is via Au to Alpe Öberle, where there is a free parking spot. From there the march starts past the Edelweißhütte along a footpath to Alpe Obere. Once there, keep to the right of the path up the southern slope to the deep, fairly wide saddle. From there it goes east over the ridge to the summit of the Kanisfluh at 2047m above sea level, from where you have a wonderful all-round view of the Bregenzerwald. The ascent time is between 1.5 - 2 hours. Arrived at the top and provided the weather is right, you can now experience a fantastic sunrise or sunset. You return on the same route (descent time approx. 1 - 1.5 hours). The crowning glory of a beautiful sunrise is the traditional and universally popular alpine breakfast in the Edelweiß alpine inn.

Suggestions

The Alpengasthof Edelweiß is a great stop for ambitious hikers who want to conquer the summit of the Kanisfluh. The Alpengasthof Edelweiß can look back on more than 100 years of history. The former building was destroyed by an avalanche in 1954 and rebuilt at a different location.

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

140 alpine emergencies throughout Austria

144 Alpine emergencies Vorarlberg

112 Euro emergency call (works with any mobile phone/network)

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!

Public transport

Landbus Bregenzerwald: Line 40

Those arriving by public transport should get off at the Argenfall stop and from there walk about 1 hour on the Öberle goods route.