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Medium

11,40 km

190 m

04:30 h

3-day mountain hut hike

Multi-Day Hike (up to 4 stages)

3-day mountain hut tour - stage 2

Partially Open

Gruttenhütte - Kaiser-Hochalm - Steiner-Hochalm - Hinterschießling Alm - Rehbachklamm - Scheffau, Dorf

Medium

11,40 km

190 m

04:30 h

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Medium

Route

11,40 km

190 m

1060 m

04:30 h

1620 m

Starting Point

Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)

End Point

Scheffau village (889 m)

What to do in an emergency? Call emergency number

140 - Mountain Rescue (Bergrettung)
112 - European Emergency Number
133 - Police
144 - Ambulance

Many routes have rescue points at the hiking signs, which can be used as a clear location identification in an emergency.

The Alpine Club provides tips for optimal preparation for mountain hiking.

SOS EU ALP

SOS-EU-Alp App

The SOS EU ALP app allows you to determine your location (x,y coordinates) via your smartphone. In an emergency, this location data can be sent directly to the responsible control center (Tyrol, South Tyrol or Bavaria).

Closure Information

The Wilder-Kaiser-Steig (WKS) No. 823 is closed between Multerkar (Häfele junction) and Gruttenweg due to a rockfall.

Detour Information

Detour only possible via Riedelhütte - Kaisern - Wegscheid Alm.

Description

Nature experiences with stunning views, homemade delicacies and cool refreshments!

From the Gruttenhütte, head west on the 14a road and after approx. 15 minutes take a few steps to the Wilder-Kaiser-Steig (WKS) 823 below the Kaiserkopf. Stay north-west on the WKS and hike below the Kaisergipfel Treffauer and Tuxeck over the Lenggries (one of the largest gravel cirques on the Wilder Kaiser), through fragrant mountain pines and mountain forests, with the Kitzbühel Alps and the glaciers of the Hohe Tauern always in view.

The wild and romantic Kaiser-Hochalm, situated below the Sonnenstein, is not open to the public but makes a wonderful...

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Endurance

Multiday hike

Multi-Day Tour Feature

Etappe

Refreshments & infrastructure

A picturesque mountain landscape with tall peaks and a forest of coniferous trees. In the foreground stands a rustic building, nestled in nature.

Pasture / hut / mountain lodge

regional cuisine

Ellmau

Closed - opens on 05/23, 08:00 AM

A picturesque mountain hut surrounded by green meadows and tall trees. In the background, impressive mountains rise under a clear sky.

Pasture / hut / mountain lodge

Scheffau

Open until - 06:00 PM

A cozy mountain hut in a mountainous landscape. Wooden tables and benches invite you to linger.

Pasture / hut / mountain lodge

Scheffau

Closed - opens on 05/08, 10:30 AM

Current Weather

Today

2026-04-26

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2026-04-27

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Last updated at 04/26/2026, 02:00 AM

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