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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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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)

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

Medium

14,20 km

05:45 h

860 m

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

Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (738 m)

Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)

Medium

16,40 km

06:30 h

990 m

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A demanding mountain tour with some ferrata passages up to the highest summit in the Wilder Kaiser (2,344 m).

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

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

Hard

9,30 km

07:30 h

1250 m

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Wild and free - 5 days of hiking on old paths around the Wilder Kaiser The five-day hike from hut to hut is one of the most beautiful multi-day circular tours in Tirol. It takes mountain walkers along a route of around 58 kilometres, featuring ascents and descents with a difference in altitude of approximately 4,000 metres as they circle around the imposing Wilder Kaiser massif.

Hiking starting point Hüttling, Going (820 m)

Hiking starting point Hüttling, Going (820 m)

Medium

57,70 km

27:00 h

4000 m

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