Restaurants & huts

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

Address

Gruttenhütte

Kaisern 12

6352 Ellmau

(0043) 5358 43389

info@gruttenhuette.at

www.gruttenhuette.at

Opening Times

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...

Contact

Gruttenhütte (Hut)

Kaisern 12, 6352 Ellmau

(0043) 5358 43389

info@gruttenhuette.at

www.gruttenhuette.at

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You can reach us via these tours

Ellmau_Gaudeamushütte_Weg Nr. 813/824_Wilder Kaiser

3-day hut tour - moderately difficult alternative route stage 2

Gaudeamushütte - Ellmauer Tor - Klammlweg - Gruttenhütte

Gaudeamushütte, Going (1,263 m)

Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)

Medium

5,90 km

04:45 h

990 m

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Kaiserkrone - alternative route bypassing Klamml

Gaudeamushütte – Gamswegl – path 825 – Gruttenhütte

Gaudeamushütte, Going (1,263 m)

Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)

Medium

3,20 km

01:45 h

480 m

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Kaiserblüte - Rock Stage

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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Jubiläumssteig trail

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 balconies.

Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1.085 m)

Hard

6,30 km

04:15 h

710 m

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