From the Schlegeis Dam, walk up an easy path to the Pfitsherjoch hut on the Italian border, surrounded by 3000m peaks. This route has been taken for centuries, since Stone Age Man cam here to hunt for ibex and look for rock crystal.

A very nice trail along the dam with lots of cows walking around 🙂 An absolute must is a visit to the activity center of #schlegeis131 at the edge of the dam to either climb the Via Ferrata up on the outside of the dam...More

We went here on our last day and didn't have enough time to do all the walking we wanted. Bring an extra layer. Also, be aware that the bus can be packed and there is a bit of a scrum to get on

Amazingly massive dam which you Can walk across. Breathtaking views of The valley And lake. We only stopped quickly early evening so everything was shut up. Don’t walk across The dam if you’re scared of heights!!

I went by bus in September 2017 - note that if you have Zillertal Pass you need to pay the driver extra because the last part up to the dam is a toll road. Lovely walk around the lake and I recommend the Zamsereck Gasthof...More

This is a must beautiful the drive up there a bit scary, but well worth it. The walk around the lake was just fantastic

Fantastic walk to the border through breathtaking scenery Walk starts flat with a bit of a climb towards the end which is well worth the effort Tip - make sure you fill your flask at the spring shown in the pic ( just before the...More