Route Overview:
This logic and aesthetic route connects the well-known mountain trailhead at Refugio La Rinconada with the iconic summit of Pico Austria. It is a continuous, pure uphill push (Single Ascent / Only Up) that serves as an excellent high-altitude challenge for trail runners, skyrunners, and mountaineers in the Cordillera Real.
Start Point:
The route begins exactly at Refugio La Rinconada, located at the base of the Condoriri massif.
End Point:
The route finishes precisely at the summit of Pico Austria (approx. 5,350m), right at the prominent stone cross that marks the highest point.
Terrain and Safety:
The route is entirely safe and straightforward as it follows a well-established, clear, and visible singletrack trail all the way to the top. There is no technical climbing or exposure involved. Due to its orientation and local conditions, the trail remains accessible even during the winter season, making it a reliable year-round high-altitude objective.
