Prossautal — A Glacial Box Valley in Hohe Tauern

Deep within the Hohe Tauern National Park, the Prossautal is a valley that branches off the Kötschachtal near Bad Gastein. This long but mostly flat trail follows the Kötschach Ache river into a classic glacial box valley. The rock walls on either side rise significantly, with multiple thin waterfalls cascading down the granite faces. The trail ends at the Alpengasthof Prossau, a traditional alpine inn positioned near the base of the Tischler glacier.

The Tour du Queyras (GR58) is a spectacular 120km loop traversing the remote, sun-drenched Queyras Regional Natural Park in the French Southern Alps. Tucked away near the Italian border, it is often considered quieter and less commercial than the Tour du Mont Blanc. The trail weaves through high-altitude larch forests, over expansive grassy cols, and through authentic, wood-shingled villages like Saint-Véran (the highest commune in France). It is a journey that perfectly balances rugged mountain landscapes with deep cultural history. Note: Compiled from public sources — not a field report.