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Gruttenhütte (Hut)

A picturesque mountain landscape with tall peaks and a forest of coniferous trees. In the foreground stands a rustic building, nestled in nature.
Two hikers are standing in a green meadow in the mountains. In the background, majestic rocks and a mountain hut can be seen.
A mountain restaurant with a terrace and outdoor seating. In the background, majestic mountains and a green landscape can be seen.
A picturesque mountain house on a hill at sunset. The sky is painted in warm colors and the surrounding mountains are clearly visible.
A cozy restaurant with wooden furniture and a rustic atmosphere. The tables are decorated with red tablecloths and flowers.
A cozy bedroom with two single beds and a table in the middle. The walls are made of wood and there are windows with checked curtains.
A simple bedroom with multiple beds and red bedding. The room has wooden paneling and windows that let in daylight.
A simple sleeping area with wooden beds and red bedcovers. The walls are made of wood, and there is a window that lets in daylight.

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

Kaisern 12
6352 Ellmau

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Gruttenhütte

Kaisern 12

6352 Ellmau

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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...

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Gruttenhütte (Hut)

Kaisern 12, 6352 Ellmau

You can reach us via these tours

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This scenic stage leads you into the rugged world of rock – across rocky trails and scree fields to the strikingly positioned Gruttenkreuz cross, nestled beneath the towering cliffs of the Wilder Kaiser.

Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (737 m)

Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1,085 m)

Medium

12,70 km

05:30 h

1030 m

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The Kopftörlgrat ridge extends from the Kopftörl mountain pass in the east to the highest peak of the Wilder Kaiser, the Ellmauer Halt summit, in the west. This impressive mountain ridge is composed of six towers. In addition to the Kopftörlgrat ridge itself, which is one of the most rewarding ridge climbs in the Eastern Alps, there are some additional routes on the Ellmauer Halt summit. The Leuchsturm in particular is the most important climbing destination in this area. The Gruttenhütte mountain hut is the ideal basecamp. The following are three example tours. For more tours, see the "Alpin Wilder Kaiser” climbing guide by Markus Stadler (3rd edition Panico-Verlag 2021).

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Wochenbrunner Alm – Gruttenhühtte

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

Gaudeamushütte, Going (1,263 m)

Medium

2,60 km

01:45 h

530 m

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This well-secured sport climbing route features interesting lines in prime rock.

250,00 m

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