Großarltal

The Salzburger Almenweg region

Absolute tranquility, clear mountain air and the knowledge that you have no obligations, no appointments, just time to be. And you do not even ask yourself if you should do a summit tour or pleasure tour, as you can easily do both here in the Großarl Valley - in Summer and in Winter.

Grossarltal is a fog-free high valley in the south of Salzburg province, home to the communities of Grossarl (920 m) and Hüttschlag (1,020 m). It is particularly famous for its wealth of huts, earning the valley its appropriate nickname “The Valley of Mountain Huts”.
In fact, some 40 huts greet hikers and bikers passing by along some 400 km of marked hiking paths and 140 km of designated mountain bike trails, treating their guests to a marvelous selection of mouthwatering local specialties.

When it comes to other recreational interests, too, the opportunities leave practically no wish unfulfilled: tennis, swimming, mini golf, climbing, fishing, Nordic walking, wellness and so much more. Every week, the valley also organizes guided hikes, bike tours, National Park excursions and Nordic-walking classes.

Offering inexpensive fares, the hiking taxi carries guests to some of the most popular starting points for their tours. Incidentally, the mountain lifts in the Grossarltal-Dorfgastein ski area also run all summer long, carrying hikers quickly and comfortably up to elevations as high as 1840 meters, where they are greeted by breathtaking panoramas and ridgeline hikes that are absolutely glorious. You can also find over 100 touring tips on the Internet at touren.grossarltal.info

Part of Hohe Tauern National Park

The valley has belonged to Hohe Tauern National Park, the largest national park in Central Europe, since 1991 – a true paradise for hikers and nature lovers. Boredom is something you will basically never experience in Grossarltal. Practically every day, you will find a different special event or other activity on their extensive calendar. In addition, they offer numerous attractive packages including “Spring’s Awakening” and “Harvest Festival”.

Your accommodation options in Grossarltal are many and varied, from comfortable inns and guest houses, to cozy farmhouses, B&Bs and holiday apartments, and even stylish luxury 4-star wellness hotels. With around 4600 guest beds in total, there is something here for every taste and holiday budget.