Circular hiking trail Zwieselalm Gosau
Hiking Pleasure with the Cable Car
The Zwieselalm in Gosau, high above Lake Gosau, is one of the most beautiful hiking areas in the Salzkammergut. The ascent is easy with the Gosaukamm cable car. The strenuous ascent is completed in just a few minutes using modern technology and the approximately two-hour hiking pleasure can begin.
Huts and Panoramic Views
From the mountain station of the Gosaukamm cable car, the well-signposted hiking trail no. 49 leads with gentle inclines to the Gablonzerhütte and Breininghütte, on to the Sonnenalm and up to the Zwieselalmhöhe, from where you can enjoy the fantastic 360° panoramic view of the Dachstein, the Gosaukamm and the Salzburger Land.
Rustic Mountain Rest Areas
From the Zwieselalmhöhe you hike comfortably on to the Zwieselalmhütte and return to the Gosaukammbahn mountain station via the Herrenweg (trail no. 611).
Walking in Circles
The circular hiking trail is well developed and is particularly popular with families. What's more, there are plenty of opportunities to stop off at mountain huts during the hiking season between May and October.
Tips: Hiking in autumn
Autumn is here! Hooray! The most beautiful hiking season of the year! However, there are a few things you should keep in mind when hiking, especially at this time of year.
- Plan tours properly.
- Start early. Especially for high alpine hikes.
- Attention: It gets dark early!
- If you are staying overnight in a hut, register in good time by telephone.
- Do not miss the last cable car ride down the mountain when on mountain tours.
- Information on the current operating times of the cable cars in connection with a hike can be found below under "Information at a Glance".
- Check snow conditions. Because at this time of the year the first snow can already fall in the high mountains.
- We have summarised further important safety tips below.
- We wish you an unforgettable hiking autumn in the Salzkammergut.
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Safety Tips for Hikers
Admittedly, the landscape of the UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt Dachstein Salzkammergut is the absolute pinnacle for hiking fans, mountain enthusiasts and nature lovers—unforgettable tours to incredibly beautiful mountain lodges and meadows, panorama views as far as the eye can see and cherished moments that will last a lifetime! However, you should remember that while hiking you might find yourself in high-alpine terrain. We’ve put together some resources to assist you: how to best prepare for your tour, recommended items for your backpack and steps to take in an emergency situation. Remember to always play it safe and enjoy your hiking adventure in the Salzkammergut!
Warning: Closed trails
Better to know before you go
Hiking trails in the Salzkammergut can be closed for various reasons. To help you prepare for your hike, we have set up a page with current road closures in the region. This will help you get to your destination without any detours or stress. Click here to visit the page...
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Hotels and accommodation providers in Hallstatt, Bad Goisern, Gosau and Obertraun offer the ideal room or apartment for your holidays, no matter what your tastes. Aside from establishments rated according to the international "star" scale, you will also find around Lake Hallstatt in Austria businesses that have been awarded two to four "edelweiss". The more flowers, the greater comforts you can expect. Whether you eventually find your cozy nest in an elegant 5-star luxury hotel, at comfortable guesthouse, a family-friendly apartment, or on a traditional farm, the choice is always entirely up to you.