The Ellmaualm is located on the sunny side of Ellmau and offers the viewer a unique mountain panorama. The ascent is somewhat steep, but the view is worth the effort of the climb. At the top, guests are treated to homemade delicacies and can also stay overnight at the hut if desired (up to about 15 people).

Familie Hettegger, Großellmau, A-5611 Großarl, Ellmau 115
Telefon: +43 (0)664 4550 411

The Maurachalm is the northernmost managed alpine hut in the valley. It can be reached via the forest road from the Sonnegg Bridge (approx. 2 hours) and via the hiking trail from the Güterweg Geßlegg (approx. 1 hour). The easiest way, however, is to reach the hut from the mountain stations of the Alpendorf cable cars and the Grafenberg cable car in Wagrain (each approx. 1 hour). The dairy farmers spoil their guests with homemade delicacies and especially fine schnapps, such as elderberry and rowanberry. Singing and making music is also enjoyed.

Familie Gschwandtl, Maurach, A - 5611 Großarl, Sonneggweg 123
Telefon: +43 (0)6414 293

A hiking destination for any weather is the Bachalm, which was newly built in 1992. The center of the hut is the open fireplace in the kitchen. The ascent takes place via the Bach service road. Driving is possible up to the barrier. From there, the route continues on the forest road past the Hasler Heimalm (not managed) through the high forest to the Bachalm, which also represents a popular destination for mountain bikers.

Familie Egger, Untereben, A - 5611 Großarl, Ebengasse 102
Telefon: +43 (0)664 202 60 83

The Gewohlfhütte is a popular excursion destination for young and old and is located at the foot of the Kreuzkogel. The easiest way to reach the hut is from the mountain station of the Panoramabahn Großarltal (also open in summer!) downhill in about 1/2 hour or via the circular trail to the Kreuzkogel in about 1 hour. From the valley, there are 2 paths to the hut: either via the forest road from Unterberg Süd (Lagerhaus) in around 3 hours or via the forest path from Unterberg near the Hotel Johanneshof in about 2 1/2 hours. You can expect a wide range of dishes made in-house: hearty snacks, Kaiserschmarrn, soups, and various hot meals.

Gschwandtl Rupert und Karin, Gewohlfbauer, A - 5611 Großarl, Bergstraße 117
Telefon: +43 (0)6414 8646
www.gehwolf-huette.com

The Modereggalm is located at the entrance of the Hohe Tauern National Park and was newly built in the 1990s. After about a 2-hour ascent from the parking lot in Hüttschlag Stockham, you reach the cozy log cabin, which by the way also offers accommodation for up to 20 people.

Aichhorn Thomas, Pertillbauer, A - 5612 Hüttschlag, See 41
Telefon: +43 (0)664 3524174

The Paulhütte is located in a beautiful mountain basin and is easily accessible for hikers of all ages. The starting point of the hike is at the farm of Paulbauer or directly at the Mandldörfl goods road in the Bach district. Past several hunting lodges, the path leads after a short climb gently through the high forest. Shortly after crossing the Aigenalm stream, the path splits. Here, one must choose between the two huts of the Aigenalm valley. The path to the right leads directly to the Paulhütte, which is already clearly visible from this point. A special feature of the Paulhütte is its particularly extensive menu and the popular Kaiserschmarrn.

Familie Kreuzer, Niederaigen - Paulbauer, A - 5611 Großarl, Mandldorf 109
Telefon: +43 (0)664 75223083

The Saukaralm, as the highest alpine pasture in the Großarl Valley, is rightly considered one of the most beautiful spots in the valley both in summer and winter, thanks to its location and unique views. With an unobstructed view to the south, north, and west, the sunset here is especially impressive. The hut can be reached from the center of Großarl via the trail to 'Herta's Rest,' from the Vorderstadlluck farm, or along the Labenbach/Höllingwald road.

Family Josef Knapp, A - 5611 Großarl, Sonneggweg 111
Phone: +43 (0)664/53 18 692
Open during hiking season from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM

The Bichlalm is one of the most popular alpine huts in the valley due to its beautiful sunny location and the wonderful panoramic view. There are two options for the hike up: If you prefer a more relaxed approach, take the weatherproof forest road that leads from the Ellmautal to the hut. Look for the 'Lammwirt' turnoff and then follow the signs; after about 2 km, there's a good parking spot before the barrier. If you don’t mind the incline and prefer a nice forest path, choose the 'Himmelsleiter' from the Finsterwald farm. Once you reach the hut, you can enjoy delicious products from the family’s own farm. Above the hut, there’s a memorial cross with a wonderfully carved figure of Christ—a sight that invites you to linger and reflect.

Family Andexer, Unterbichl, A - 5611 Großarl, Ellmau 106
Phone: +43 (0)650 4103915

The Breitenebenalm is a popular hiking and excursion destination in any weather. You can reach it via the alpine path from the Breiteneben parking lot (about 45 minutes). Access for cars, taxis, and mountain bikers is possible via a private road up to the hut. There’s a nice sun terrace, playground, small animals, ponies, and a wildlife enclosure, as well as cozy spots like the 'Adlerhorst' with an open fireplace, 'Almstube' (museum), and Stüberl. Traditional dishes from the local cuisine, cake and strudel specialties. Celebrations and events in the evening are also possible with prior arrangement.

Family Knapp, 5611 Grossarl, Sonneggweg 100
Phone +43(0)6414 81445, +43 (0)6764116787

Open daily from the end of May to the end of October (weather permitting)

The Karseggalm in Großarl-Au is one of the oldest huts in the valley, being 350 - 400 years old. The easiest way to reach it is from the Breitenebenalm (about half an hour), from the Sonnegg bridge (1 1/2 hours), or via the circular route from the Unterwandalm over the Karseggalm to the Breitenebenalm. Especially impressive is the open fireplace, which is still in use daily. Among other things, the so-called “Knetkäse,” a Großarl specialty, is smoked here. Additionally, there is the opportunity once a week to watch the cheese being made (dates in the event calendar). At the Karseggalm, watching the open fire and experiencing the hard work of manual farming takes you back several decades. Other hiking destinations around the alm include the Kitzstein (“Gabel”), the Penkkopf, the Sonntagskogel, the aforementioned alpine huts, and the valley crossing to the Kleinarlhütte.
Familie Gruber, Eggut, A- 5611 Großarl, Sonneggweg 103
Telefon: +43 (0)664 9962188

The Mooslehenalm was built in 1952, tastefully expanded in 2005, and offers a wonderful view of the town of Großarl. The hut can be reached in about a half-hour walk from the parking lot at the ORF broadcasting facility (near Holzlehen) via a wide forest road that is easy to walk on in any weather. The alm is especially popular with relaxed hikers. The hut is an ideal starting point for hikes to the surrounding alms, the Höllwand, and the Schuhflicker.

Family Gruber, Mooslehen, A-5611 Großarl, Schiedweg 106
Phone: +43 (0)6414 8384

Especially for fans of folk music, the Unterwandalm is a popular excursion destination in any weather. The Gratz family takes care of not only your physical well-being but also provides good entertainment. You can reach the hut, built in 1710, via the forest path from the Sonnegg Bridge. Taxi access is possible.

Gratz Family, Unterwand, A - 5611 Großarl, Sonneggweg 126
Phone: +43 (0)664 4536438

The Viehhausalm is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful viewpoints, offering views of the town of Großarl and the snow-covered peaks of the Hohe Tauern. Singers and musicians from the valley often meet here. The Alm can be reached via the ascent from the Mooslehenalm. From there, you can follow the romantic trail (about 30 minutes) or, as a family hike, the well-maintained farm track (about 45 minutes). Large parking lot at the ORF transmitter. Overnight stay for up to 10 people available on request. Adventure playground.

Family Hettegger, Unterviehhaus, A - 5611 Großarl, Schiedweg 110
Phone: +43 (0)664 9216913

The Igltalalm is located in one of the wildlife-richest side valleys of the Großarl Valley and is the starting point for hikes to the Höllwand (2,287 m, only with a local guide) and to the Heukareck (2,100 m) with a wonderful view over the Salzach Valley. You can reach the alm via two routes: a) Ascent through the high forest from the fork about 500 m past the Unterviehhaus inn, approx. 1 1/2 hours; b) from the ORF transmitter near the Holzlehenbauer via the track, about 1 hour. Also ideal for a round trip and in bad weather.

Family Hettegger, Schiedweg 111, 5611 Großarl
Phone: +43 (0)664 1255724
www.niggeltalalm.at.tf

At the foot of the legendary Schuhflicker (2,214 m) lies the Aualm, one of the highest alpine huts in the valley. You can reach it via the Rattersberg/Pointgrün service road (about 1 1/2 hours on foot) and then continue on the road past the Heimalm to the Au-Hochalm (about 1 1/2 hours). While some very active hikers start directly from the village or the last farms, others enjoy the advantage of being able to drive up to the hut (the drive to Aualm is chargeable) and use it as a starting point for hikes to the Schuhflicker, the Schuhflicker Lake, and the Paar Lakes. Especially beautiful on days with lift operation is a ridge hike from the panorama plateau over the Kreuzkogel, Fulseck, and Arltörl to the Aualm. From here, you can either descend freshly energized into the valley or be picked up by a taxi.

Family Lainer, Aubauer A-5611 Großarl, Rattersberg 105
Phone: +43 (0)6414 341

A popular hiking destination for young and old is the Mandl Hut. Easily accessible, it lies beautifully nestled in the back of the Aigenalm valley and can be reached in about 1 1/4 hours of walking. At the fork between Paul Hut and Mandl Hut, the alpine pasture is still not visible. But the effort of the approximately 10-15 minute climb is rewarded with a hearty snack from their own farm.

Kreuzer Alois, Mandl farmer, A-5611 Großarl, Mandldorf 110
Phone: +43 (0)699 12332658

The area of Tofern and Reitalm is part of the former copper mining regions of the Großarl Valley. The Harbachalm is the only existing and still operated miner's hut from the 17th century. Today, it is a popular hiking destination in any weather. The ascent first goes via the Hinterfeld service road (Hüttschlag, just before the tunnel on the right) and finally via the forest road, which is also popular with cyclists.

Gschwandtl Ambros, Oberharbach, A-5611 Großarl, Tofern 108
Phone: +43 (0)6647867535

The Reitalm was rebuilt in 2001. Children will find a small playground and numerous petting animals here. The climb is along a forest road, which, after a longer stretch through the high forest, finally opens up a view of the wide valley basin of the Reitalm. It can also be reached by taxi and is a popular destination for mountain bikers.

Hettegger Paul, Unterharbach, A-5612 Hüttschlag, Hüttschlag 69
Phone: +43 (0)676 7011530

The Vorderkaseralm is located in a beautiful alpine area with a wonderful panoramic view of the surrounding mountains. You can reach it a) by foot from the village of Hüttschlag heading towards Vorderkaseralm, or b) via the Buchkolm service road about 150 meters south of the Hüttschlag church, turn left at the barrier, about a 3/4 hour walk.

Josef Strobl, A-5612 Hüttschlag, Hüttschlag 71
Phone: +43 (0)664 9657735

A popular hiking destination for any weather and any age is the Hub-Grundalm. You can reach it via a forest road starting from the center of Hüttschlag. In bad weather, hikers gather in the cozy parlor of the old hut, where a tiled stove provides a pleasant warmth.

Gruber Rupert, Reitbauer, A-5612 Hüttschlag, Hüttschlag 74
Phone: +43 (0)650 4541707

The Hühnerkaralm is a hiking destination in the upper Hubalm Valley. It can be reached via the alpine path from the Hubalm in about 1 1/2 hours on foot. Once you arrive, hikers are treated by the alpine hosts with homemade delights like cheese, bacon, bread, and butter. Particularly popular is the circular route from the Hühnerkaralm to the Spielkogel (2,144m, offering a magnificent view of the snow-covered peaks of the Ankogel Group), continuing over the Aschlreitalm (currently not operated) and the Hirschgrubenalm back to the starting point of the tour in Hüttschlag.

Berger Alois, Vorderaschau, A-5612 Hüttschlag, 77a
Phone: +43 (0)664 4354954

The roughly 90-year-old Hirschgrubenalm is nestled in a wide valley basin and is a popular hiking destination in any weather. Hikers of all ages can easily reach the hut via the forest road from the Oberneureit farm - about 4 km from Hüttschlag (around 1 hour) or via the hiking trail from the Hüttschlag state road (around the Karteisdörfl junction) or from Hüttschlag - Wolfau (about 2 hours) or directly from the town center of Hüttschlag (about 2 hours).

Gruber Josef, Oberneureit, A-5612 Hüttschlag, Hüttschlag 77b
Phone: +43 (0)6645324058
www.bauernhofoberneureit.at

A popular hiking destination for families with children is the Aschlreitalm in Hüttschlag. First, a leisurely forest path leads to the Hirschgrubenalm (1 - 2 hours, depending on the chosen route). From there, the trail continues on the natural forest and alpine path to the Aschlreitalm (about 1 hour). There, you can enjoy delicacies from their own farm.
Currently not in operation!!!

Rohrmoser Raimund, Aschlreit, A-5612 Hüttschlag 59
Phone: +43 (0)6417 533

The Bichl Hut is the upper of the two Kreealms. From the Stockham parking lot, you hike up south of the waterfall on a natural, narrow alpine and forest path. The alpine area is located in the Hohe Tauern National Park and is one of the most wildlife- and plant-rich side valleys of the Großarl Valley. The dairy farmers spoil hungry hikers with delicious snacks, shredded pancakes, dumplings, and soups from their own farm.

Josef Ebner, Oberbichl, A-5612 Hüttschlag, See 23
Phone: +43 (0)6645371654

Past the Kreealm waterfall, the path leads to the two Kreealms. The Kreehütte, the lower of the two huts, offers overnight accommodation for up to 25 people and can be reached in about 1 1/2 hours of steep ascent from the Stockham parking lot. Just before the hut, you come to a small chapel that invites you to pause. From here, the trail is flat all the way to the hut. There, a delicious snack with products from our own farm awaits. In addition, there is a barbecue area for groups at the hut.

Family Aichhorn, Vorderkree, A-5612 Hüttschlag, See 22
Phone: +43 (0)6641290458

The Glettnalm is a popular hiking destination for both young and old and a real insider tip, not just among the locals. It can be reached from the Hallmoosalm in about a 2-hour walk. Most of the path to Glettnalm goes along a forest road through a spruce high forest. Those who prefer a traditional alpine trail can take the old alpine path via Ragglalm, which eventually meets up with the forest road again. After that, it’s a flat walk into the wide cirque of Glettnalm, with the hut located in the middle. Just before the hut, a wayside cross invites you to pause. Here, everyone will probably stop for a moment to enjoy this unique idyll. Hikers are rewarded with a hearty snack made from homemade alpine products.

Fam. Gruber, Maurach, A-5612 Hüttschlag, Karteis 46
Phone: +43 (0)664 1664723

The Steinmann Hut, which is seen on the left from below, is run by the alpine farmers Kathi and Sepp (both have been on the alpine pasture for over 40 years) along with their dog Aika. All the milk is processed into butter and sour cheese (silver medal winner at the KÄSIADE 2000) in a copper kettle. It's also cozy on the beautiful terrace or around the large table in the parlor, where you can refresh yourself with a break and a snack and gather energy for further hiking destinations. Overnight stays are possible.

Huttegger Wilhelm, Steinmannbauer (Organic Farm) A-5612 Hüttschlag, Karteis 40
Phone: +43 (0)6417 265
www.draugsteinalm.at

The Ellmautal is the largest of the many side valleys of the Großarltal. At the back of the valley near the large parking lot is Grund, the home pasture of the Prommegg farm. From here, a steadily rising alpine path leads up to the Folzmoosalm, which you can reach in about an hour's walk.

Family Huber, Prommegg, A-5611 Großarl, Ellmau 125
Phone: +43 (0)6643906640

Especially for fans of goat's milk and goat cheese, the Loosbühelalm ("Klausalm") is a special insider tip. It is located in the back of the Ellmautal and can be easily reached from "Grund" via a leisurely alpine path in about 1 1/4 hours. Thanks to the new path, it is also a popular hiking destination even in bad weather. The Loosbühelalm offers exclusively farm-made products, from schnapps, bacon, sausages, various cheeses, and bread to the aforementioned goat's milk products. Ideal for staying overnight after tasteful extensions in spring 2006.

Family Heigl, Klausbauer, A-5611 Großarl, Ellmau 135
Phone: +43 (0)676 4409518
www.klausbauer.at
www.loosbuehelalm.at

The centuries-old Weißalm was carefully restored between 1998 and 2001 and is a popular hiking destination in any weather. At the original open fireplace, sauerkäse is still made today just as it was generations ago. Alongside this, sausage, bacon, Bündner meat, bread, various schnapps, and much more are produced directly on the farm or on the alpine pasture. The Weißalm is particularly known for its stunning views, as well as the cozy interior and the hut’s equipment with old tools, which remind visitors of long-gone days and the hard work in the mountains. For tired hikers, anyone who has lost track of time during a sociable afternoon at the hut, or simply anyone wanting to spend a night away from stress and hustle and bustle in the solitude of the Alps, the hut offers plenty of space to stay overnight. The easiest way to reach the Alm is by ascending from 'Grund.' It also serves as an ideal starting point for the surrounding hiking destinations.

Fam. Hettegger, Weißbauer, A- 5611 Großarl, Ellmau 119
Telefon: +43 (0)6644378020

The newly built Gerstreitalm is located on the 'Ellmau sunny side' and offers a wonderful view of the valley. It’s a popular hiking destination in any weather. Young and old can easily reach the Alm from the Vorderstadluck farm via the Alm path or through the Rosenstein access road and then along the Scheiblbrand forest road (passing the Heugathalm, about 1 hour) through dense forest and partly across lush alpine meadows to the Alm. There’s a driveable route up to the barrier. In bad weather, hikers gather in the cozy lounge. There, the dairy women serve guests exclusively products from the farm’s own production.

Josef Laireiter, Gerstreit, A- 5611 Großarl, Rosensteinweg 103
Telefon: +43 (0)699 11415060
www.gerstreitalm.at.tf

A hiking destination for any weather and any age is the Heugathalm from 1637, which was renovated in 1997. Since then, the music-playing dairymaids have been treating hikers to delicious homemade delights.

Hettegger Jakob und Elisabeth, Oberheugath, A- 5611 Großarl, Rosensteinweg 100
Telefon: +43 (0)664 73484610

The roughly 200-year-old hut was carefully renovated in 1993 and is now a popular hiking destination for both young and old. You can reach it via the forest road that branches off from the Labenbach service road just before the Sonnegg Bridge, or via the hiking trail from the Breitenebenalm, which eventually also connects to the forest road. The dairy farmers treat hungry hikers to homemade delicacies, so they can continue on their way feeling refreshed and energized.

Laireiter Peter, Rattersberg , A-5611 Großarl, Sonneggweg 106
Telefon: +43 (0)6502240090

An easily accessible hiking destination in any weather is the Muggenfeldalm. You can reach it via the forest road either from the Sonnegg bridge, the Geßlegg country road, or from the alpine village in St. Johann/Pg. The hut was rebuilt in 1947 and is already considered one of the 'modern' huts of the valley. In addition to a cozy room with a tiled stove, it offers sleeping space for about 8 people and treats hikers with homemade snacks and especially good schnapps. From there, you can often see the playful marmots, which get attention with their loud whistling.
Currently not in operation!!!

Hutter Johann, Rothofbauer, A- 5600 St. Johann/Pg. Rothofweg 2
Telefon: +43 (0)6412 6423