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

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Gruttenhütte via Klammlweg

The most adventurous route to the highest hut on the Wilder Kaiser.

Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1,085 m)

Medium

5,50 km

03:15 h

550 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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Going – Gruttenhütte circular walk

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

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

Medium

14,20 km

05:45 h

860 m

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Kopftörlgrat route

The Kopftörlgrat ridge is a magnificent, panoramic ridge climb with a difficulty rating of 3. It extends via the east ridge with its six towers to the Ellmauer Halt summit. At 2,344 m, it is the highest peak in the Kaisergebirge mountain range. Along this 1-km route, there is a variety of different passages to master. Georg Leuchs, a medical student from Munich solo climbed from the “Kopftörl mountain pass" via the rugged, six-tower east ridge to the Ellmauer Halt on 25 June 1900. The route opened by Leuchs is considered one of the most beautiful and enjoyable climbs around. It is also one of the most popular and well-known ridge climbs in the Northern Limestone Alps. ATTENTION! This climb, however, should not be underestimated due to its length and difficult route finding. There is an emergency descent route available at the Leuchsturm tower (rappel route - follow the red markings)!

1,00 km

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