Coburger Hütte — Seebensee & Drachensee

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.

Mount Kinabalu (4,095m) is the highest peak in Malaysia and a UNESCO World Heritage site widely regarded as one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth. The trek is a definitive two-day journey from the tropical rainforests of the lower slopes, through sub-alpine meadows, and onto a vast, glacially-polished granite summit plateau. Unlike many other major summits in Southeast Asia, Kinabalu offers a highly regulated environment with mandatory guides and a strict daily quota, making it an accessible first 4,000m peak for well-prepared hikers. The route typically involves ascending thousands of stone and wooden steps to the Panalaban basecamp (3,272m), followed by a night summit push across the exposed granite slopes to reach Low's Peak.