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Medium

16,40 km

990 m

06:30 h

Hiking tour

Scheffau – Gruttenhütte

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

Medium

16,40 km

990 m

06:30 h

Gruttenhütte am Wilden Kaiser
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Route

16,40 km

990 m

960 m

06:30 h

1620 m

Starting Point

Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (738 m)

End Point

Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 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).

Description

From the village center in Scheffau (738 m) follow the signs in the direction of Jägerwirt (883 m) and follow trail no. 814 along the creek, past the Mittersbach farm until you reach the Steinacker estate on the hill. From there you turn right on the path no. 822 and continue on the farms Kaisern on the gravel road to Riedlhütte (1.224 m). From here follow the signs to the Gruttenhütte (1.620 m). Return: From the Gruttenhütte you follow the Wilder Kaiser Steig (path no. 823) back to Scheffau. On the...

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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 charming chalet in the snow, surrounded by tall mountains and coniferous trees. The sky is clear and blue, creating a wintry atmosphere.

Gastgarten

international cuisine

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Scheffau

Open until - 11:00 PM

A cozy mountain cabin surrounded by trees. In front of the cabin, there are benches and tables, perfect for a break in nature.

Pasture / hut / mountain lodge

regional cuisine

Ellmau

Closed - opens on 05/23, 10:00 AM

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Contact

Contact

You have questions? We are happy to assist you.

+43 50509Mail
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