Gruttenhütte (Hut)

Closed today - open from 26.05.2025

Kaisern 12, Ellmau

Description

The Gruttenhütte is a rustic refuge in the heart of the Wilder Kaiser. It is picturesquely situated at 1,620 m, on the south side of the Wilder Kaiser with a fantastic view. Cosy evenings in the hut invite you to enjoy the beautiful sun terrace with panoramic views of the magnificent peaks of the mountains. It is the starting point for various hikes, summit adventures and climbing tours in alpine terrain.

The newly rebuilt Gruttenhütte has about 90 beds which are divided into twin- to eight-bed rooms and mattress. The prices for overnight stays can be enquired directly at the Gruttenhütte. There is a ladies- and a men showers for a fee. Dogs are not allowed and only can sleep outside. The hut does not have WiFi.

Reserve your sleeping place here

Many hiking trails lead to the Gruttenhütte...


Ellmau village (820m) -> Wochenbrunner Alm (1085m): 4.8 km | 285 hm
either on foot through the Spatlahner-Klamm path, or with the car (€ 5 toll). In Summer it is also possible with the hiking bus Wanderbus (with Wilder Kaiser Card only).

Wochenbrunner Alm (1085m) -> Gruttenhütte (1620m):

The shortest, most direct route: 2.7 km | 535 hm
From the Wochenbrunner Alm - straight up over hill and dale - on trail 825.

The most adventurous route: 3 km | 535 hm
From the Wochenbrunner Alm - past the Gaudeamushütte and along the KlammlWeg (surefootedness and a head for heights required).

The somewhat "more leisurely" route: 4 km | 535 hm
From the Wochenbrunner Alm - to the stone circle and shortly before the Riedlhütte via the GruttenWeg 14a up.

For experienced via ferrata walkers:
- From the Wochenbrunner Alm via the Jubiläumssteig (3.93 km | 570 hm): easy via ferrata, sure-footedness & freedom from vertigo absolutely necessary, equipment depending on experience.
- From the Wochenbrunner Alm via the Klamml via ferrata (2.97 km | 520 hm): Difficulty 1st part: B/C; 2nd part C/D, can only be done with via ferrata equipment and experience

Or along the Kaiserkrone

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You can reach us via these tours

Scheffau – Gruttenhütte

Scheffau – Gruttenhütte
Scheffau – Gruttenhütte
Scheffau – Gruttenhütte

Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (738 m)

Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)

16,4 km

Hike to the Gruttenhütte with great views to the Ellmauer Halt and the entire region.

Hiking

Intermediate

6:30 h

990 Elevation gain

Going – Gruttenhütte circular walk

Going – Gruttenhütte circular walk
Going – Gruttenhütte circular walk
Going – Gruttenhütte circular walk

Hiking starting point Going center (former tourist information Going) (764 m)

Hiking starting point Going center (former tourist information Going) (764 m)

14,2 km

A unique hike to the highest mountain hut in the Wilder Kaiser region featuring a panoramic view.

Hiking

Intermediate

5:45 h

860 Elevation gain

Kaiserkrone - stage 1

Kaiserkrone - stage 1
Kaiserkrone - stage 1
Kaiserkrone - stage 1

Hiking starting point Hüttling, Going (820 m)

Gaudeamushütte, Going (1,263 m) / Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)

8,0 km

Going, Hüttling – Graspoint-Niederalm – Obere Regalm – Brennender Palven – Gaudeamushütte – Klamml – Gruttenhütte

Hiking

Intermediate

4:30 h

1120 Elevation gain

Ellmauer Halt summit tour

Ellmauer Halt summit tour
Ellmauer Halt summit tour
Ellmauer Halt summit tour

Hiking starting point Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1,085 m)

Hiking starting point Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1,085 m)

9,3 km

A demanding mountain tour with some ferrata passages up to the highest summit in the Wilder Kaiser (2,344 m).

Hiking

Difficult

7:30 h

1250 Elevation gain

Jubiläumssteig trail

Jubiläumssteig trail
Jubiläumssteig trail
Jubiläumssteig trail

Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1.085 m)

Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1.085 m)

6,3 km

Experience impressive low and panoramic views in the unique rocky scenery of the legendary "Wild Castle", as this area is known according to legend thanks to its many turrets, peaks, hollows and...

Hiking

Difficult

3:45 h

630 Elevation gain

Gruttenhütte circuit

Gruttenhütte circuit
Gruttenhütte circuit
Gruttenhütte circuit

Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)

Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)

15,7 km

Panoramic circular walk in the Wilder Kaiser leading to the highest mountain hut in the region.

Hiking

Intermediate

6:00 h

870 Elevation gain