Maiskogel hut tour Hiking tours
Tour description
This hike across alpine pastures to mountain huts is easy, filled with variety and very suitable for families as well as nature lovers.
From the town center of Kaprun, you will first enjoy a comfortable lift ride on the MK Maiskogelbahn up to the Maiskogel mountain terminal at 1570 m. This is where the actual Hut Tour begins.A pram-friendly path: Start out from the Maiskogel mountain terminal, then continue to Alpengasthaus Glocknerblick and Maiskogel Alm Ranch (20 – 30 min between each).
Details & elevation profile
Starting point
Maiskogel mountain terminal
Finishing point
Maiskogel mountain terminal
Route type
Hiking tours
Route description:
The flat path leads in a westerly direction through mystical forests to the traditional Unterbergalm (1570 m). Now heading north, you will climb gently to Alpengasthof Glocknerblick (1670 m), which is also a scenic lookout point. Now dropping in elevation, the path brings you to Maiskogel Alm Ranch (1540 m) with its petting zoo. Before returning to the valley, you might wish to treat yourself to one final refreshment break at the Saulochalm (1570 m), located directly below the Maiskogel mountain terminal.
Recommended equipment
Sturdy footwear
Points along the way
Best time of year
How to get there
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Bus stop Kaprun Maiskogelbahn
Schaufelberg Parkplatz beim Kaprun Center
Further information & links
Opening hours of the MK Maiskogelbahn