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Where guests become friends
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Welcome to Grossarltal!
Located around 70 km south of Salzburg City of Mozart, Grossarltal
is famous for its high alpine pastures and mountain huts. Because
the valley is relatively remote, we have been spared the busythrough-trac you encounter elsewhere. That being said, a good
road high above world-famous Liechtenstein Gorge provides todays
visitors with ready access to all that our valley has to oer.
Grossarl - the European village
Grossarl, which is our main community, lies roughly in the middle
of this 30 km-long valley, a village of some 3700 residents boasting
around 4600 guest beds. It ser ves both as the tourism hub of our
valley, as well as the gateway to the Grossarltal-Dorfgastein ski area.
Httschlag - villages for Alpinism
8 km deeper into the valley you come to Httschlag, a village of
930 people oering 460 guest beds. Because the valley head has
been absorbed into Hohe Tauern National Park, Httschlag is proud
to proclaim itself a national park village.
And since 2008, it has also met the s tringent criteria putting it in the
elite group of Austrian Mountaineering Villages, a project spear-
headed by the Austrian Alpine Association within the framework of
the International Alpine Convention.
The worlds most beautiful cul-de-sacNo through-traffic, secluded, yet easy to reach.
1| View into the valley incl. mountains of theAnkogel group - Hohe Tauern
2| Picnic at the Httschlag valley head3| Grossarl - the European Village4| Httschlag - the Mountaineering Village
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Mother Nature blossoms once more
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Spring - a natural spectacleThe glorious landscapes of the Hohe Tauern are the stage - and you, in the midst of it all, are one of the players!
The power of Mother NatureRight after the snow melts, those gentle harbingers of
springtime hint at the approaching summer.
From the beginning of May on, they spread out a blanket ofevery colour imaginable from the valley all the way up to the
alpine pastures. A spectacle simply not to be missed, one
which reaches its climax with the rhododendron blossom at
the end of June.
Hohe Tauern National Park
Founded in 1981, Hohe Tauern National Park covers an area of
1,834 km, making it the biggest national park in all the Alps.
Httschlag has been part of this nature sanctuary since 1991.
At the Talwirt National Park Information Centre and the ValleyMuseum, the nature and history of our valley are impressively
presented. Weekly guided excursions and hikes led by National
Park Rangers are a real draw for v isitors.
Schdersee - a natural jewel
The Schdersee is what we refer to as a periodic lake, which
makes it a unique natural feature. It only lls during the snow
melt, or af ter exceptionally heavy downpours. During lengthy
spells of nice summer weather, it actually dries out entirely.
So if you actually get to see it at all, you should count yourselfvery lucky.
1| Schdersee - periodic natural lake2| Valley Museum at the Httschlag valley head
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Enjoy the "Valley of Alpine Huts"
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In the hill farmers footstepsSimply glorious ... the views, paths, hearty meals, and moments of relaxation in old dining rooms.
Why the Valley of Alpine Huts?
Grossarltal is home to around 40 huts which open their doors
to hikers, mountain bikers and nature lovers. In terms of quality
and concentration, this makes us unique in SalzburgerLand andprobably all of Austria. You can always look forward to a warm,
heartfelt welcome from your mountaintop hosts.
Authentic recipes from grandmothers cookbook
Meals at alpine huts truly do have a dierent avour about them.
More authentic, more intense, and always accompanied by views of
the Hohe Tauern peaks. The hill farmers turn fresh milk produced by
happy cows into delicious butter and regional cheeses. These are
served along with home-cured bacon, sausage and home-baked
bread. And of course, the perfect drinks to go with them.
And if you are ever in the mood to enjoy a bit of a timeout, you can
even spend the night at one or other of these huts, which means
youll also get to enjoy some truly unforgettable sunsets.
Sauerkas
... is a t ypical Grossarltal cheese - a special kind of grey cheese which,
with just a few exceptions, is produced only here in the valley.
Precisely how is something you should probably learn from the
farmers wife herself. Our favourite way to eat it is with lots of butteron freshly baked farmhouse bread. And its practically impossible to
imagine a Christmas here without our delicious Sauerkas.
1| Delicious treats at theMaurachalm; SalzburgerLand Tourism
2| Open fire at the Karseggalm
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Enjoyable Hikes & High Peaks Adventures
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Hitting the trail togetherDiscover, enjoy, pause, ascend, rest, gaze in awe - hear the silence of the mountains.
To each his own
Hiking in Grossarltal gives the word variety a whole new meaning.
Footpaths close to town, family hikes, relaxing strolls across alpine
pastures, extended mountaineering tours, multi-day treks includingnights spent at mountain huts and the thrills of conquering alpine
peaks, hikes from tarn to tarn, and scenery that is simply glorious.
You can nd over 100 touring tips on our website.
Hiking with a quality guarantee
The hiking selection in Grossarltal is amongst the best in all of Austria.
The rst region in SalzburgerLand and only the second anywhere in
Austria, since 2010 the two communities of Grossarl and
Httschlag have managed to meet stringent criteria
earning them the Austrian Hiking Seal of Quality,impressive evidence of our expertise in all hiking-related
matters. Further Information: www.wanderguetesiegel.at
Chapel Hiking Path
The route leads out through the valley along
safe paths, taking you from chapel to chapel.
Its aptly christened The Path of 10 Good
Wishes. Aside from giving body, mind andsoul a good workout, it is also an opportunity
to contemplate who you truly are and the
meaning of life.
1| Family hikeBreitenebenalm - Karseggalm - Unterwandalm
2| Chapel Hike - Laireiting chapel3| Sunset on the Saukar
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Sports & Adventure in the Valley of Alpine Huts
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Pure adrenalineIf you are looking for action, youll find it right here in Grossarltal!
Mountain Bikes and E-Bikes
You simply have to give it a try - its genius! Were talking about
e-biking. It makes even major ups practically eortless. Even if
you are not an experienced mountain biker, you are easily able
to reach the alpine pastures on the far side of the tree line. Now
admittedly, hardcore gear-heads will always prefer to hop on
a genuine mountain bike and search out one of the 15 routes
here spanning around 11,000 vertical meters.
Mountaineering
Two well-secured via ferrata climbs, the Kupfergeist and
Gletschergoass through the Httschlager Wand, along with
yet another known as the Bella Cascinaia on the Saukarkopf,
promise a pure adrenaline rush. Yet always with the peace ofmind of knowing you are in safe, carefully controlled terrain.
But if you prefer to blaze your own trail, 15 dierent mountain-
eering routes await on and around the Schuhicker, with a
wide range of diculty to choose from.
Landing the Big One
Tranquil as a mountain lake, or thunderous as a wildwater river.
The Grossarler Ache ows from its source at the River Salzach,
through Liechtenstein Gorge to the valley head. For y-shers,
especially, it is a true paradise, teeming with brook trout, arcticchar and alpine salmon.
1| Rest stop for mountain bikers at the Karseggalm2| E-biking along the Grossarltal bike path3| Fishing in the tzlsee4| Httschlager Wand via ferrata
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Fun, games or simply relaxation
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Recreation Centre & Gaudi-AlmSalzburgs biggest alpine playground and great sporting opportunities, all just waiting for you!
Sports & Recreation Centre
A new, one-of-a-kind sports & recreation centre for the whole
family has been created on around 36,000 m of grounds in the
heart of Grossarl. So variety-packed, so colourful, so vibrant, it
isnt just the kids who are doing summersaults of pure joy.
Hey, Kids!
I hope youll come and visit me at my Gaudi-Alm, the
biggest alpine playground in SalzburgerLand (around
4,000 m). Cool play opportunities and great surprises -
plus admission is free!
Open-air pool with lap pool, diving pool and
kiddie pool, along with an adventure pool with
water-jet loungers and extra-wide slide
Soccer pitch with synthetic surface
Street soccer area (paved)
Multi-purpose area for ball games (synthetic)
Mini-golf course
2 tennis courts (sand)
Beach-volleyball courtRestaurant with sun terrace
Climbing tower with giant slide
Crystal mine
Zip line
Trampoline
Mountain lake and raft
Alpine stream with dams
Go-kart track
Animals to pet
Picnic area and campre siteMini play farm
1| Grossarl open-air adventure pool2| Multi-purpose area for ball games3| Beach-volleyball court4| Gaudi-Alm alpine playground in Grossarl
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web-tip: www.grossarltal.info/bauernherbst
Autumn changes its colours everydayCrystal-clear air, golden larch and endless views.
Harvest Festival in the Valley of Alpine Huts
Traditional arts and crafts, regional specialities from our kitchens
and cellars, along with living traditions. These are the three pillars
which serve as the foundation for the success of Harvest Festival
in Salzburg. And in this part of the world, were true pros when it
comes to our celebrations, especially in the autumn.
We hope you will join us!
Regional Palate-Pleasers
Authentic hill-country favourites, hearty traditional cooking, regional specialities with rened touches,
international dishes in keeping with the season. Grossarltals restaurant selection couldnt possibly be
any broader. Allow our local hosts to give you a culinary treat you wont soon forget.
Mountains as far as the eye can see
Not later than the days on which morning frost covers the elds,
everyone knows: This is the arrival of autumn. During this time
visibility is vir tually unlimited. Its not unusual that the peaks arealready snow-cowered, and the golden larch trees make the
landscape colourful. Autumn - season for hiking.
1| Harvest Festival celebration2| Homecoming of cattle from the Glettnalm3| Autumnal view of the Hllwand
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Close to Grossarltal
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So many must-sees!Castles, palaces, museums, exhibitions, lakes, waterfalls, spas, natural wonders, ...
Area Sightseeing Attractionsdistances in km, one-way from Grossarl:
Salzburg - City of Mozart and the Salzburg Festival 1| 75 km
Hallein - Salt Mine 2| 65 kmSalzkammergut Region 100 km
Grossglockner Road (Franz-Josefs-Hhe) 3| 93 km
Werfen - Castle/Bird-of-Prey Shows 4| 35 km
St. Johann - Liechtenstein Gorge 5| 18 km
St. Johann - Alpendorf/Ghost Mountain 12 km
Kleinarl - Lake Jgersee 37 km
Zell am See 55 km
Werfen - Giant Ice Caves 7| 37 km
Wagrain - Grafenberg, Water Park 6| 25 km
Ferleiten Wildlife Park (Fusch) 60 km
Kaprun Hydroelectric Dams 62 km
National Park Centre in Mittersill 8 + 9| 77 km
Krimml Waterfalls 102 km
Therme Amad (Altenmarkt) 47 km
Therme Bad Gastein 50 km
Therme Bad Hofgastein 43 km
Therme Kaprun 54 km
Nationalparkzentrum Hohe Tauern Nationalparkzentrum Hohe Tauern
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In the heart of the AlpsNature as far as the eye can see!
The Valley of Alpine HutsAlpine Huts & Hiking
40 huts & mountain inns250 km of marked hiking paths
right on the Salzburger Almenweg hiking tourmountain lifts with a summer schedule
Biking
120 km of mountain bike trails15 routes and 11,000 vertical metres total
Theme Hiking Paths
Chapels Hiking PathElemental Nature Path
Mountaineering
Via ferrata climbs on the Ht tschlager Wand:Kupfergeist (height 130 m, length 240 m, D/E)
Gletschergoass (height 55 m, length 250 m, B/C)Saukarkopf via ferrata:Bella Cascinaia(height 100 m, length 130 m, D/E)
15 climbing routes on the Arlspitze (a lower peak ofthe Schuhicker), up to level 7
Tennis
2 tennis courts (sand) at Grossarl Sports & Recreation Centre1 tennis court (synthetic surface) at Hotel Moar-Gut
Fishing
A Grossarler Ache: St. Johann to Grossarl, ca. 12 kmB Grossarler Ache: Grossarl to the valley head, ca. 14 km
C tzlsee See: ca. 2 ha (only reachable on foot)Species: brook trout, arctic char, lake char,lake trout, grayling in some areas.For areas B + C: y rod only, catch and release
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Boundless skiing adventuresRight there, live, in the heart of Ski amad!
Grossarltal-Dorfgastein Ski AreaTotal Lifts: 17
5 gondolas3 6-seater chair lifts
3 quad chair lifts2 double chair lifts4 tows & bunny lifts
Total Capacity: 28,000 passengers/hr.
Snow Reliability & Slope Grooming
Alpine ski area: elev. 886 m - 2,033 m400 snowmakers82 % snowmaking coverage
Free Ski Bus
L1 Grossarl local transportL2 Grossarl - Httschlag - valley headL3 Grossarl - GolleggL4 Grossarl - Gollegg - St. Johann/AlpendorfL5 Grossarl - EllmautalDorfgastein - Bad Hofgastein - Bad Gas tein - Sportgastein
additional important info
WISBI - permanent timing hillHalfpipe on the Kreuzkogel16 ski huts/umbrella bars2 ski schools with sport shops and rental gear
25 km of valley ski trails3 km alpine cross-country trail on the Saukaralm
35 km of foot- and winter hiking paths
Snowshoeing expeditionsand back-country skiing
Sled run Lammwirt (oodlit)Skating rink (oodlit)
Ice stock lanesSleigh rides
Slopes: 80 km
23 km beginner (blue)
49 km intermediate (red)
8 km expert (black)
Ski amad
270 lifts
860 km of slopes
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Where skiers hearts pound with excitement
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So many choices, so little time!With 860 km of slopes to choose from, youre sure to find your own personal favourite.
Grossarltal-Dorfgastein Ski Area
Exceptionally groomed slopes, state-of-the-art lifts without any long waits, along with personal service. Things the Grossarl lifts
are renowned for across the length and breadth of this country. Even if we arent the biggest, here youll always nd that certain
something certain to make your ski vacation a unique experience. Just dont tell anyone! Lets keep it our own special secret!
Right there, live, in the heart of Ski amad - the greatest skiing enjoyment in all of Austria!
You are certainly welcome to go skiing elsewhere, of course, but you denitely dont have to! Precisely where you cut your own,
fresh tracks across the snow is entirely up to you. The Grossarltal-Dorfgastein ski area nds itself in the very heart of Ski amad, with
860 km of superbly maintained slopes and 270 ultra-modern lifts. Which means, your lift pass allows you to ski all of the following
major ski areas: Gastein, Hochknig, Salzburger Sportwelt, Schladming Dachstein.
Snow Guarantee
Know anyone willing to give a 100% weather
guarantee? We dont, and we wouldnt
ever give one either! But we can assure you
of one thing: since our lif t company was
founded back in 1966, weve been able to ski
every single year from before Christmas until
after Easter!
The elevation here, as well as the east-west
orientation of our slopes, all contributes
to our reliable snow conditions. Back in
the day we put our trust completely in
Mother Nature to drop plenty of the white
stu from the heavens. But today we boast
an additional safety net, a high-poweredsnowmaking team utilizing 400 snowmakers
with 82% snowmaking coverage.
With pure spring water
The natural way that hoarfrost is formed
served as the model for our snowmaking
system. And since we use spring water
and clean energy from the Grossarl lifts
own hydroelectric power station, chemical
additives play absolutely no role anywherein the process!
1| View of the ski area flanking the Kreuzkogel2| The Grossarl lifts slope-maintenance team3| Grossarl village with the panorama lift
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Skiing enjoyment for the whole family
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The boards that mean the worldCarve, board, chill, party whatever your heart desires!
Where little dudes are the big winners
Hey, kids! Weve got great practice hills just for you, in the valley and
up on the mountain. Along with the coolest ski instructors around,
sure to make your skiing enormous fun. You know, with these guys,
the journey from pizza technique to shooting straight down thehill is shorter than youd ever imagine - before you know it, youll
be leaving mom and dad far behind in a dusting of your own
powder. Wed also recommend taking a peek on the Internet.
At www.grossarltal.info/familie youll nd all of our best family
specials including the Junior Weekend Discount, the Easter Family
Package, bargain advance-purchase season passes and so much
more.
Sun-Skiing
Grossarltal is a particularly snowy part of the world, oering sun-
skiing opportunities and attractive package deals until after Easter.
A must for fans of o-slope action: Refreshment stops, Grossarltal-style!
Friendly restaurants, glorious sundecks and trendy umbrella bars, inviting you to stop in for refreshments,
a bite to eat, great company and all the fun of aprs-ski. And a variety-packed program of special events
is an irresistible enticement all winter long.
The absolute highlight for party animals has to be Ladies Ski Week. Theres a dierent highlight everysingle day and, as a special bonus, all ladies booking a Lady Package receive a free ski pass!
1| Chillin on the Kreuzkogel with view of the valley2| Lunchtime at one of our children-friendly ski lodges
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Enjoy winter to the max
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In harmony with yourself and natureCross-country skiing, snowshoeing, back-country, hiking and glorious countryside.
Cross-Country Skiing
Whether youre a fan of classic technique or skating, morning is the
most beautiful time of day to cut fresh tracks on a freshly groomed
trail. The Grossarl Trail leads out to a listed historic farm, the
Ksslerhusl, whilst the Httschlag Trail takes you from the Wolfaupart of town to the valley head. On certain days, some sections of
these trails are oodlit until 8:30 in the evening. Our special insider
tip is the High Trail (ca. 3 km in length) at the Saukaralm: at an
elevation of around 1,850 metres, great snow conditions
are guaranteed until late spring.
Winter Hikes & Sledding
Numerous cleared footpaths and hiking trails, including one out to
the picturesque valley head, radiate an idyllic winter atmosphere.
The higher you go, the more magnicent the views become. Which
is why you should also consider our many supply roads and forest
lanes leading to farms and alpine huts higher up in the mountains.
And when you are ready to head back downhill, sledding is often
the fastest way to go. Insider tips include the Saukaralm and
a oodlit sled run at the Lammwirt.
Back-Country Skiing
Due to its broad areas of alpine pastures, Grossarltal oers back-
country skiers a virtually ideal setting. Weve compiled the valleys
10 most beautiful tours in a small guidebook, which is available
over the Internet. Back-country skiers should always be conscious
of the dangers presented by our untamed alpine world!
1| Alpine winter idyll at the Saukaralm2| Cross-country skiing at
the Httschlag valley head
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Alpine winters - a silent dream in white
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Make like a marmot!Tuck the stresses and hectic activity of daily li fe away for the winter!
Snowshoeing
As you set out on a snowshoe hike across undisturbed terrain, with the only tracks you encounter created by scurrying rabbit
and deer, you are in for one of the most intensive wintertime experiences imaginable. Trees bedecked in bizarre blankets of snow,
glistening snow crystals, boundless tranquillity. Its as if Mother Nature had gone into winter hibernation. Our tip: Take a snowshoe
hike accompanied by a National Park Ranger. Youll be astonished by just how many surprises nature has in store for you.
Experiencing Tradition
Moments such as these still exist. Moments when you feel time has stood still. For example, when you get involved in a casual
game of ice stock with the locals, glide through the countryside on an idyllic sleigh ride, or perhaps when you attend one of our
many folk-heritage events such as the Perchten procession and Schlenkerfahrt. The high holidays on the church calendar play
an especially important role here in our valley. Advent and Christmas, Easter with the blessing of the palm branches, the unique
Mount of Olives & Christs Passion singing event, as well as the Easter-night celebrations, summer parades, mountain masses,
Harvest Festival, and even our always well-attended Sunday church services.
1| Snowshoeing on the Kreuzkogel2| Ice stock in Grossarl3| Mount of Olives singing event in Grossarl4| Carriage ride at the Httschlag valley head
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Salzburg Mountain Advent in Grossarltal
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Refusal of entry to Santa ClausExperience Advent the good, old-fashioned way - sincere, authentic and traditional.
Advent in Grossarltal
This is a place where even the Christ Child
would want to take a vacation. The Advent
atmosphere in our Valley of Alpine Huts is
more evocative than you could ever imagine.
Whilst elsewhere the run-up to Christmas
turns into a hectic race, here we place great
store in authenticity and tradition.
Advent market on the weekends
25 small Advent huts featuring arts
& crafts and regional specialities
Carved, life-size village Nativity sceneand Nativity Path to the parish church
Singers and musicians performingat the Advent market
Advent music and choral concerts
Childrens program: cookie-baking
workshop, Angel Post Oce, fairy-tale
room, Christ-Child Workshop, ,
Advent at the Alte Wacht as well asthe valley head and valley museum
Carriage rides, torchlight hikes,
Pastoral play and Joseph & Marys
search for shelterSt. Nicholas festivities andKrampus processions
Beginning of Winter
We are proud to oer utterly unforgettable
experiences courtesy of perfect skiing condi-
tions and a glorious natural setting, coupled
with what is probably one of the most
beautiful Advent markets in all of Austria.
1| Grossarl Advent Market2| Httschlag in Advent3| Alte Wacht at the entrance to the valley4| Workshop of the Nativity-scene society
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