bergfex: hiking & tracking

About bergfex: hiking & tracking

The bergfex: hiking & tracking app is a versatile tool for outdoor enthusiasts, offering GPS navigation, route planning, detailed hiking maps, and activity tracking for hikes, ski tours, and more throughout the Alpine region and Europe. Discover and personalize your adventures with ease.

Features

Extensive Tour Database:

- Access a wide selection of approximately 200,000 hiking trails, ski tours, running routes, and mountain bike trails across Europe.

- Detailed descriptions and topographic hiking maps ensure you can select the perfect route.

Advanced Route Planning and Navigation:

- Create custom hiking or ski tours using the intuitive tour planner.

- Benefit from accurate GPS navigation, even in remote mountain areas.

Accurate Maps:

- Maps are sourced from OpenStreetMap (OSM) and frequently updated for optimal reliability in navigation and route planning.

Activity and Fitness Tracking:

- Track activities like hiking, running, mountain biking, or ski touring, and monitor stats such as duration, elevation, speed, distance, and altitude.

- Use a heat map to visualize recorded activities and progress.

- Connect a Bluetooth heart rate monitor to analyze fitness levels during outdoor activities.

Synchronizing and Data Sharing:

- Automatically synchronize hikes and tours with your bergfex account and Garmin Connect or Polar Flow.

- Import and export routes via GPX files for enhanced compatibility across devices.

Additional Pro Features (7-day free trial available):

- Identify surrounding peaks using the "Peak Names" feature.

- Access over 9,500 webcams for real-time regional insights.

- Utilize 3D maps for detailed visualization of terrain, surroundings, and routes.

- High zoom levels provide enhanced map details.

- Stay informed with official avalanche warnings and steepness overlays.

- Use offline maps for navigation without an internet connection.

- Plan routes with intermediate destinations and satellite maps showcasing points of interest.

- Receive warnings when deviating from planned routes.

- Access exclusive, ad-free usage for a seamless experience.

Example Use Cases

- Hiking Adventures: Explore detailed maps and hiking trails for an unforgettable trekking experience.

- Ski Touring Safety: Use the app's avalanche warnings and peak identification features for safe ski tours.

- Fitness Tracking: Monitor your activity statistics and heart rate to understand your performance levels.

- Explore New Trails: Discover new locations and analyze route difficulty with slope steepness overlays.

Contact and Support

Have questions or comments about the app? Reach out to the team via email at app@bergfex.at.

Note: Extended GPS usage may significantly impact battery life.

- Terms of use: bergfex.com/c/agb 

- Privacy: bergfex.com/c/datenschutz/

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is bergfex free to use?

A: Yes, the app is free to use with access to many features. Additional Pro features can be tested for 7 days without commitment.

Q: Does the app work offline?

A: Pro subscribers can download offline maps for navigation without an active internet connection.

Q: Can I track my fitness progress with the app?

A: Yes, you can track fitness activities, including heart rate monitoring when using a compatible Bluetooth device.

Q: Are the maps regularly updated?

A: Absolutely! Maps sourced from OpenStreetMap (OSM) are frequently updated for accuracy.

Q: What regions does the app support?

A: The app offers maps and tours primarily for the European Alpine region and beyond.

Version History
v4.16.2 ---- 6 Jul 2024
- Bug fixes and improvements.
v4.16.1 ---- 2 Jul 2024
- Bug Fixes and improvements.
v4.15.10 ---- 20 May 2024
- Bug fixes and improvements.