The northern ramp of the Triebener Tauern Pass leads along the Trieben stream from Trieben in the Palten valley up to Hohentauern, a picturesque mountain village on the top of the pass. Just under three kilometers (1,9 mi) before Hohentauern, the main road branches off towards the top of the pass and a small road leads further into the widening Triebental. The further you go into the valley, the more impressive the mountain scenery becomes. Very soon, the unmissable, striking Großer Grießstein (2337 m / 7667 ft) comes into view on the right-hand side.
There are several parking spaces for hikers in the Triebental. Parking space 2 (Seyfried) is the chosen starting point for the tour to the Großer Grießstein (2337 m / 7667 ft). From here, the path leads across a cow pasture and finally along a forest path at the edge of the pasture, gently ascending along the babbling Bärenbach stream. After just over a kilometer (0.6 mi), the path joins a forest road, which you follow for about 300 meters (984 ft) before the marked path branches off into the forest again.
This is a bit arduous, as the area has been clear-cut and countless branches are lying on the ground. The marked path makes its way through the destroyed landscape. Then you have to cross a small stream and overcome a somewhat steeper section in the still intact forest before you reach the forest road again. Now follow the forest road for around 1.4 km (0.9 mi). Eventually the forest thins out and the steep slopes of the Sonntagskogel (2229 m / 7312 ft) and Triebenkogel (2055 m / 6742 ft), some of which are interspersed with rocks, provide a wonderful panorama. In the immediate vicinity of the abandoned Triebener hut, leave the forest road again and cross a stream and hike up over an alpine pasture to the next visible marker at the edge of the forest. The path now leads upwards through a light forest, becoming steeper. Finally, the path leads in serpentines up to the "Triebener Törl" (1907 m / 6256 ft).
The "Triebener Törl" should be reached after about 2 hours. It is the saddle between the Sonntagskogel (2229 m / 7312 ft) and the Großer Grießstein (2337 m / 7667 ft) also a crossroads. From here, paths lead down into the Bärental, along the southern flank of the Großer Grießstein towards the Knaudachtörl and of course directly to the nearest peaks. If you follow the signpost to the Großer Grießstein from here, you can climb the summit via the most popular northern ascent. In the hot summer months, this is usually shady and therefore a good choice. In autumn and especially early in the morning, the southern ascent to the summit is a very good alternative and so the further route from the Triebener Törl leads first in the direction of Knaudachtörl. The narrow path runs along the southern flank of the Großer Grießstein without any significant incline. Numerous scree fields have to be crossed and numerous large boulders require full concentration and repeatedly slow down progress but you will be rewarded with a fantastic panorama. On the left is the Kleine Grießstein (2175 m / 7136 ft), on the right is the Knaudachkogel (2227 m / 7306 ft) and in the middle, in the distance, is the Gamskögel (2386 m / 7828 ft).
Another scree field is crossed at its narrowest point and then an unmarked path branches off to the left. The tracks are clearly visible and a narrow path leads through the dwarf pines to the saddle between the Großer Grießstein and its smaller brother. Now the noticeably steeper ascent over the south ridge begins.
The path is not marked and the trail is not always clear, especially in the lower part of the climb. A GPS tracker is really useful now. Larger rocks are skirted and the climb on grassy slopes interspersed with rocks is quite steep in places.
There are always great views down into the Triebental valley along the ridge. The path is generally not exposed, but surefootedness is certainly required. In some places, caution is essential to avoid slipping on the grassy slopes.
During the ascent, there are always clear views of the summit of the Großer Grießstein. Eventually, the summit cross is within reach and only a few meters remain to be covered on a rocky and exposed ridge.
After a total of around 4 hours (including breaks) and a maximum of 2 hours after passing the Triebener Törl, the summit of the Großer Grießstein (2337 m / 7667 ft) is reached.
The view to the north is particularly impressive, where the peaks of the Haller Mauern and the Gesäuse are lined up next to each other like a string of pearls (from left to right: Großer Pyhrgas, Scheiblingstein, Kreuzmauer, Hexenturm, Admonter Kalbling, Sparafeld, Admonter Reichenstein, Großer Buchstein, Ödstein, Hochtor, Tamischbachturm, Lugauer).
Now we go down via the marked northern ascent. Along the ridge we go steeply down over a sea of large boulders. Here the Große Grießstein really shows its other side and looks more like a large pile of stones.
The path leads in a large arc along the west side of the ridge towards the north. The steep descent through a scree-covered gully in particular requires surefootedness, but can be managed with a little caution. The panorama leaves nothing to be desired. The view across to the Haller Mauern and the Gesäuse is a constant companion.
Finally, the path makes a steep turn to the south. The rest of the path is a little more leisurely, taking you along the northwestern flank of the mountain back to the Triebener Törl. There are a few more scree fields to cross. The view towards Sonntagskogel (2229 m / 7312 ft) and Triebenkogel (2055 m / 6742 ft) as well as down to the Triebener Hütte and the surrounding alpine pasture is also beautiful.
There are no places to stop for refreshments on the tour. If you still want to treat yourself to a bite to eat, the Bergerhube at the end of the Triebental valley or the Tauernwirt in the center of Hohentauern not far from the top of the pass are good options.
Distance: 13 km (~ 8 mi)
Duration: 06:00 h (without breaks)
Ascent altitude: 1258 m (4127 ft)
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