The Chomolhari Trek

The Chomolhari Trek is a 7–9 day high-altitude route through the Jigme Dorji National Park, Bhutan. The trail traverses from Drugyel Dzong toward the base of Mount Jomolhari (7,326m), a sacred peak for the Bhutanese people. The route reaches high points at the Nyele La pass (4,700m) and potentially the Bongte La (~4,890m) depending on the variant. It is characterized by sustained exposure above 3,500 meters, passing through sub-alpine forests and high glacial basins where seasonal yak herders maintain their summer camps.

This is one of the most celebrated hikes in Tyrol, connecting two distinct alpine basins. Starting from the Ehrwalder Alm, a broad forest path leads to the Seebensee (1,657m), a turquoise lake that perfectly reflects the Zugspitze (2,962m) on clear days. The adventure continues with a steep, serpentine ascent of another 300 meters to the Coburger Hütte and the moody Drachensee (Dragon Lake). The hut sits on a high rock rib, overlooking both lakes and providing one of the most dramatic mountain vistas in the Mieminger Gebirge.