Kristenalm

The Kristenalm at 1,348 m is a staffed alm serving snacks, drinks and homemade cheese in the Kristental near Scharnitz (Karwendel), ideal for hikers who want to experience the valley away from the busier huts. There is no elaborate menu here – but simple, honest alm fare, absolute peace, and the feeling of having truly arrived in the alpine world.

What Makes the Kristenalm Special?

In a region with numerous staffed alms, the Kristenalm remains a simple, rustic place: snacks, drinks and homemade cheese are served without any frills. Water is available (spring), as is basic infrastructure.

This is conscious alpine experience away from the crowds: not mass tourism, but the real nature experience at 1,348 m. For families with children, or for groups seeking a quiet stop off the beaten path, the Kristenalm is an unforgettable place.

Location and Surroundings

The Kristenalm lies a little away from the main hiking routes in the Kristental near Scharnitz (Karwendel) – on a quiet alpine slope that opens to the south. The surroundings are typical Tyrolean alm landscape: meadows, mountain pines, scattered boulders and in the background the striking silhouette of the Wetterstein massif.

Dogs are expressly welcome – making the Kristenalm an ideal destination for dog owners who want to explore the Kristental near Scharnitz (Karwendel) with their four-legged companion.

What’s on Offer

• Food: Snacks, drinks and homemade cheese
• Leave no trace: Whatever you carry in, you carry out
• Contact: Phone +43 664 73217114

Getting There

The starting point is Scharnitz (accessible via the Seefelder Straße from Seefeld or Mittenwald). From Scharnitz the route leads into the Kristental to the Kristenalm. The hike is moderate and suitable for well-equipped families. The exact route is best followed on a current hiking map or GPS track.

Tips for Your Visit

• Contact ahead: Call +43 664 73217114 to check current opening hours
• Season: May and October can still be wintry at this altitude
• Dogs: Ideal for a tour with a dog

The Kristenalm is for all those who truly want to experience Tyrol – in the quiet Kristental, away from the main tourist routes.