Winter hike Culinary trail

Ellmau /
Route length: 14 km
Duration: 6:15 h

Hike via four mountain huts Rübezahl-Alm, Jägerhütte and Hochschwendt.

Tour information

  • Length: 14 km
  • Duration: 6:15 h
  • Elevation uphill:600 hm
  • Elevation downhill:600 hm
Highest point 1,410 m

Starting point

Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)

Finishing point

Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
  • Fitness level 4 / 6
  • Technique 2 / 6

Features

  • Suitable for families

Best time of year

  • January
  • February
  • March
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  • August
  • September
  • October
  • November
  • December

Trail condition

The composition of the trail varies between short sections of asphalt and snow-covered winter hiking trails.

Equipment

Sturdy high mountaineering boots with anti-slip treaded soles (waterproof), weather-appropriate outdoor gear (breathable) incl. a change of clothes, sun protection (sunglasses, sun cream, lip protection, headgear), waterproofs (rain jacket/poncho, pocket umbrella, rucksack protector), cold protection (hat, gloves), sufficient food and hot drinks, hiking poles (height adjustable) if required, first aid kit incl. rescue blanket and bivouac sack, mobile phone with fully charged battery, headlamp, plastic bag for waste, hiking map, route description and information materials (GPX track), ID card, insurance card, cash.

Description

Walk from the village centre in the direction of the Hartkaiserbahn. At the junction to the valley station, however, continue straight on uphill. Pass the "Bergdoktor-Praxis" and continue to the Faistenbichl district. Here the forest path branches off to the left towards the Rübezahl-Alm. Hike uphill through the forest until you reach the rustic mountain hut. Culinary delicacies and a fantastic view of the Wilder Kaiser round off the hike. If you are fit enough, you can hike further uphill to the Jägerhütte, where you can enjoy the marvellous panorama on the sun terrace.
Return along the same route to the tarmac road. Here it is worth making a detour to the Hochschwendt mountain inn with its popular cakes and Tyrolean specialities (additional approx. 1 hour walk there and back). A leisurely walk back down the valley and back to the village centre of Ellmau.

Getting here

  • Arrival by public transport

    Skibus stop “Bergbahn Ellmau SkiWelt" or "Dorfplatz Ellmau Alte Post" or Postbus stop "Ellmau Dorf/Bauhof". More information at: www.wilderkaiser.info/mobility

  • Parking

    Public car parks in Ellmau centre or west - for free.

  • Contact

    Kulinarische Winterrunde
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