Weekly Events in Grossarl and Hüttschlag
Regardless of whether you prefer outdoor activities such as hiking, climbing or mountain biking, or traditional events such as cheese-making and folk evenings: In Grossarltal, you are certain to find just what you are looking for. Here we host many different events over the course of the summer.
Unless otherwise stated, the fee should be paid in cash at the event location/meeting place. The “Aktiv” assembly point is on the lift car park, across from Hotel Edelweiss. The guided tours offered by BERG-GESUND take place in (almost) all weather and even with just 1 participant. Guided mountain-bike tours are only offered in dry weather.
Monday Events
BERG-GESUND – „Fitness“ hiking tour 18 May until 26 October 2020
Personal trainer, nutrition expert and athletics coach Andreas Viehhauser shows you how you can arrange for yourself that the hiking tours get a pleasure. You hike together and get your circulation going, during the hike you stop at 3 stations. Here you learn simple strength and bodyweight exercises.
The hike meets at 10 a.m. at the "Aktiv" assembly point. You will return at about 12 a.m. This hike is suitable for ages 10 and up, a maximum of 10 participants. Please register through BERG-GESUND direct. Tour only in German.
Guided Bike tour mid-May until end-October 2020
E-Bike-Tour to Loosbühelalm (1,769 m)
With a local guide you will cycle with the assistant of an electric motor to the Loosbühelalm in Grossarl. Meets: 10 a.m. at the “Aktiv” assembly point, returning at about 2 p.m. Fee: € 10.00/person. Registration and information.
Mountainbike-Tour to the Mooslehenalm (1,449 m)
Together with a mountain-bike guide, you will bike up to the Mooslehenalm. Meets 2:30 p.m. at the “Aktiv” assembly point, returning at about 5 p.m. The uphill ride takes around 1 1/2 h. This is an intermediate tour. Fee € 10.00/person. Registration and information.
BERG-GESUND – Deceleration Day in the Mountains 6 July to 7 September 2020
Together with touring guide and nutrition counselor Fritz Reisenauer, you will set out on this stress-free hike. During your walk, you will give your attention to the animals and plants on our alpine pastures. In addition, your guide will provide fascinating background information about healthy nutrition.
The hike meets at 9 a.m. at the “Aktiv” assembly point and will return at around 3 p.m. This hike is suitable for ages 10 and up, difficulty is moderate. Please register on the Website of BERG-GESUND Guests of BERG-GESUND businesses are able to participate in this hike for free.
Tuesday Events
Outdoor Activity Program – Wildwater Rafting 7 May to end-September 2020
You can look forward to a 12 km-long, adventurous-yet-safe wildwater rafting ride on the River Salzach from Taxenbach to Schwarzach, led by a professional guide.
Meets: 9:00 a.m. at the “Aktiv” assembly point on the lift car park, returning at about 1:30 p.m. Fees incl. transfer: € 59.00/person. Information and Registration.
BERG-GESUND – Yoga Hike 19 May to 27 October 2020
The focus of this yoga hike is harmony between body, mind and soul. Experienced yoga instructor Thomas Andexer will show you a variety of yoga exercises during this relaxing hike, which is suitable for children ages 15 and older. Difficulty is easy to moderate.
Meets 9 a.m. at the “Aktiv” assembly point, returning at about 1 p.m. No prior yoga experience necessary. You will need hiking clothes, boots and drinks. Registration is through BERG-GESUND. Guests of BERG-GESUND businesses can participate in this hike for free. Tour only in German.
Guided Mountain Bike Tours 18 May to 1 November 2020
E-Bike-Tour to the Aigenalm-Paulhütte (1,280 m)
During this MTB tour to the Aigenalm-Paulhütte, you will be led by an experienced bike guide. The tour meets at 10 a.m. at the “Aktiv” assembly point and returns at around 1.30 p.m. The bike ride up to the hut takes around 1 1/4 h, whihle difficulty is intermediate. Fee per person € 10.00. More Information and Registration.
BERG-GESUND – Via Ferrata and Sampler Climbing 19 May to 29 October 2020
Together with state-certified mountain guides, you will be able to enjoy your first experiences rock-climbing, on the Gletschergoass via ferrata in Hüttschlag. Experienced climbers prefer the other 3 via ferrata climbs in Hüttschlag and on the Saukarkopf.
You will meet at 9 a.m. at the hikers’ info board in Hüttschlag and return at about 12 p.m. The sampler via ferrata tour is suitable for children ages 12 and up, difficulty is moderate. Please bring along trainers/hiking shoes, drinks as well as a set of climbing gear. Registration is through BERG-GESUND. Sampler climbing is free for guests of member BERG-GESUND businesses.
Wednesday Events
Guided Bike Tours mid-May to end-October 2020
Mountainbiketour Maurachalm (1,620 m)
With a local guide you cycle to the Maurachalm. Meets: 10 a.m. at the “Aktiv” assembly point on the lift car park, returning at around 3 p.m. Fee per person € 10.00. Please register here.
Minimum participation: 4 people, maximum 10; for children ages 14 and up.
E-Bike-Tour to the Breitenebenalm (1,420 m)
This Tour our takes you up to the Breitenebenalm in Grossarl. We meet at the “Aktiv” assembly point at 8 a.m. and return at around 11 a.m. The uphill ride itself takes about 1 h. The difficulty of this tour is easy. Fee per person € 10.00. Information and Registration.
BERG-GESUND – Challenging mountain tour 3 July to 11 September 2020
Would you like to see one of the highest mountains of the Grossarltal? Even for mountaineers in good condition, these alpine tours are quite a challenge.
Details about the tour, meeting point and requirements can be obtained directly from BERG-GESUND. Tours are free for members of BERG-GESUND businesses. Tour only sometimes in English.
Expeditions with a National Park Ranger 15 July to 9 September 2020
Guided hike with a National Park Ranger, providing insights into our diverse animal and plant world. Tour only in German.
Meets 9 a.m. at the Talwirt car park, returns at about 2 p.m. Free for participants with a Grossarltal guest card.
BERG-GESUND – Round trip 24 June to 9 September 2020
With Monika Höllwart you hike either to the "Trögseen" or with a view to the "Tappenkarsee".
Details about the tour, meeting point and requirements can be obtained directly from BERG-GESUND. Tours are free for members of BERG-GESUND businesses.
Thursday Events
Guided Bike Tours mid-May to end-October 2020
E-bike Tour to Loosbühelalm (1,769 m)
With a local guide you will cycle with the assistant of an electric motor to the Loosbühelalm in Grossarl.
Meets: 10 a.m. at the “Aktiv” assembly point, returning at about 2 p.m. Fee: € 10.00/person. More Information and Registration
BERG-GESUND – Alpine Flower Hike 11 June to 6 August 2020
Hiking guide Edi Huttegger knows much about native flowers and plants, and will share some of his knowledge with you during this Alpine Flower Hike. Tour only in German.
Meets 9 a.m. at the “Aktiv” assembly point, returning at about 1 p.m. This hike is suitable for children 10 and up. Required hiking equipment: good hiking boots, raingear, drinks and snacks. For guests of BERG-GESUND businesses, the Alpine Flower Hike is free. Please register direct through BERG-GESUND.
BERG-GESUND – Rock climbing 19 May to 29 October 2020
Meets at 9 a. m. at Auto Gschwandtl, you will return at about 12 a. m. At the tour a maximum of 6 climbers can participate, it is suitable for ages 10 and up. Needed equipment: appropriate sports gear, sport shoes and drinks. The climbing equipment can be rent directly at Sepp Inhöger.
Outdoor Activity Program - Segway 16 May until 17 October 2019
Guided segway tour in direction to Hüttschlag.
Meets: 4:15 p.m. at the Hotel Moar Gut, the tour lasts about 50 minutes. Fees incl. rent of segways and helmets: € 39.00 per person. Minimum participation: 4 people, max. 6; for children ages 12 and up. Please take good shoes (no stilettos) and if you have a helmet as well as rain protection with you. Information and Registration
Friday Events
Outdoor Activity Program – Canyoning 03 May to end-September 2019
Snuggly dressed in a warm Neoprene suit and accompanied by an experienced guide, you will swim, climb, jump, rappel and slide your way through a local canyon, flanked by spectacular rock formations and steep cliffs. What makes this hike so unique is the jumps you will take from different heights, often with the option to rappel down if you prefer. Participants must be able to swim and be willing to jump from heights of at least 2 meters.
Meets 8:15 a.m. at the “Aktiv” assembly point (car park next to the lifts). Returns at around 2:30 p.m. Minimum participation 4, maximum 12. Fee: € 67.00 per person incl. transfers. Canyoning is suitable for children ages 12 and older. Please register one day in advance through Grossarltal Tourist Office, Tel.: +43 (0) 6414 / 281.
Guided Bike Tours mid-May to November 2020
Mountainbike-Tour Loosbühelalm (1.769 m)
Mountain-bike tour to the Loosbühelalm in Grossarl (elev. 1,769 m) with an expert local guide. Meets: 10 a.m. at the “Aktiv” assembly point on the lift car park, returning at around 3 p.m. Fee per person € 20.00. Here you can find more Information and the registration.
E-Bike-Tour to Saukaralm (1,820 m)
Meets 10 a.m. at the “Aktiv” assembly point, returning at about 3 p.m. The ride up to the Saukaralm takes around 1 3/4 h. Fee per person € 10.00. Here you can find more Information and the registration.
Outdoor Activity Program - Segway 5 May until 16 October 2020
Guided segway tour in Grossarl.
Meets: 4:30 p.m. at the "Aktiv" assembly point on the lift car park, the tour lasts about 50 minutes. Fees incl. rent of segways and helmets: € 39.00 per person. Minimum participation: 4 people, max. 6; for children ages 12 and up. Please take good shoes (no stilettos) and if you have a helmet as well as rain protection with you. Registration is required the day before through Grossarltal Tourist Office.
Guided Hikes mid-June to end-October 2020
Guided hikes with a hiking guide. Details about the precise tour, hiking time and meeting point will be posted in the weekly events calendar. Please register by 6 p.m. of the day before through the tourist office, Tel.: +43 (0) 6414 / 281. Minimum participation: 3 people. These hikes only take place in dry weather. Tour only in German.
BERG-GESUND – challenging mountain tour 10 July to 11 September 2020
The next stage of the 7 stages through Grossarltal takes place on Friday. For detailed information about the meeting point, tour and physical/equipment requirements, please contact BERG-GESUND. These tours are free for guests of BERG-GESUND member businesses. Tour only sometimes in English.