A mountain summer like something out of a picture book

Hiking in the Grossarl Valley

You can look forward to a charming mountain landscape surrounded by untouched natural idylls and an incredible abundance of farmed alpine pastures here with us.

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Discover the valley of the alpine pastures

Hiking paradise of the Grossarl Valley

The alpine pastures are open in summer from the end of May until the beginning of November, depending on the weather conditions and altitude - and several snack stations are even open during winter and invite you to warm up again during a brief break.

250 km of well-marked hiking trails
12 side valleys and 2,000 to 3,000 metre high mountain peaks
40 farmed alpine pastures await with delicacies from the region

Sights worth seeing around the Großglockner with the Tauern Card
For all ages: Challenging or pram-friendly tours

Interactive hiking map

Enjoying the hikes

Paradise for hikers

In the surroundings

If you have already explored all the mountains in Grossarl, then there are numerous other peaks and alpine pastures in the surrounding area that are certainly worth climbing and discovering. Why not visit the Geisterberg (Ghost Mountain) in St. Johann-Alpendorf or Wagraini's Grafenberg (Earl's Mountain) in nearby Wagrain.

The most beautiful tours in Grossarl & the surrounding area can also be discovered directly online. The tour info is always kept up-to-date and includes information on the level of difficulty, length and time required.

Tour info

Only for our guests

The special thing about a hiking summer at the waldhof

Your highlights on holiday

The Almexpress TUFFI transports everyone and their prams to the alpine pasture, through the village of Grossarl and also to the BBQ by the lake up to 5 times a week
Exciting hikes 2 x per week
Hiking equipment (backpacks, hiking and Nordic walking poles, binoculars) can be hired from the hotel at no charge
Each room has its own hiking locker (heated)

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Book a special moment

We offer the possibility to book a picnic basket according to your wishes or even a private mountain guide.

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Forest and meadow

The power of medicinal plants

A taste of forest bathing

Are you familiar with the term "forest bathing"? Enjoying nature with all of your senses is the focus here. And this is also easily possible for families with children.

Children love nature – forest bathing immerses them in a world full of wonder, tranquility, and amazing discoveries! During a short walk, we'll give you tips and we've also prepared a brief insight into the world of herbs around our premium children's hotel Waldhof.

Duration: approx. 1 hour

Grossarl

Mountain railway

Up high

Salzburg Mountain World

The Grossarl mountain railway transports you high up into the Salzburg mountains every day in summer, except for Mondays. You will find yourself effortlessly at an altitude of around 1,800 metres after just a few minutes. You can then start your hikes leisurely from the mountain station in the "valley of the alpine pastures".

Operating days of the Grossarl mountain railway

Please note: Operation only in good weather!

Operating hours of the mountain railway in Grossarl

Operating hours mid of May until end of October:

Monday to Sunday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm

Info & prices

Wurzl's tip

Chapel hiking trail

A hike from chapel to chapel gives us a new appreciation of the wonderful surroundings. Attentive and inspiring at the same time, this pilgrimage trail in the Grossarl Valley is ideal for hikers of all ages.

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Wonderful impressions

Salzburg Alpine Trail

The order of the day here is to hike leisurely from alpine pasture to pasture and take in the tranquillity of the mountains and lakes with every breath. 31 stages lead past more than 550 catered huts that will entice you with regional delicacies!

To the alpine trail