Holiday in Gaistal
The Gaistal in Tyrol is a hidden gem for holidays – quiet, unspoilt and just 25 km from Innsbruck. With 17 alpine huts and 13 hiking trails, the Almenparadies Gaistal has everything for an unforgettable mountain holiday.
Why Holiday in Gaistal?
- 🏔Untouched nature: Gaistal is one of the wildest and most pristine side valleys in Tyrol – little tourism, lots of nature.
- 🥾Hiking for everyone: From family strolls to high-alpine circular routes – Gaistal has trails for every level.
- 🍽Alpine snacks: Staffed huts with fresh Tyrolean food – cheese, cured meats and alpine specialities straight from the farm.
- 👨👩👧Family-friendly: Flat valley floor, the Gaistbach stream to play in, child-friendly huts – ideal for a family holiday.
- 🚗Location: Reachable via Seefeld and Leutasch – toll road from Klamm into the valley.
Dine Out on Holiday – Staffed Alpine Huts
Fresh alpine snacks and Tyrolean hospitality right in the Gaistal.
Coburgerhütte
Coburgerhütte Gaistal: DAV hut at 1,917 m on the Zugspitz massif – starting point for alpine tours, daily 7:00–22:00, early June to early October.
Season: Anfang Juni – Anfang Oktober
Ehrwalderalm
Ehrwalderalm: staffed alm at 1,500 m near Ehrwald – reachable by cable car or on foot, family-friendly, dog-friendly, daily 8:30–16:30.
Season: Ende Mai – Mitte Oktober
Gaistalalm
Gaistalalm Gaistal: second managed alm in the valley at 1,373 m (after the Hämmermoosalm), family-friendly, daily 9:00–18:00 – reached from car park Salzbach (P3–P5) in around 60–90 min.
Season: Mitte Mai – Ende Oktober
Hämmermoosalm
Hämmermoosalm Gaistal: Tyrolean cuisine at 1,417 m, daily 9:30–17:00 (Wed closed) – May to October, staffed year-round, natural toboggan run in winter.
Season: Mai – Oktober
Hochfeldernalm
Hochfeldernalm Gaistal: staffed alm at 1,732 m at the head of the Gaistal valley – overnight stays from €50, daily 9:00–16:30, end of May to early October.
Season: Ende Mai – Anfang Oktober
Katzenkopfhütte
Popular alm hut above Leutasch-Weidach with sun terrace and views of the Wetterstein mountains.
Season: Mai – Oktober
Knorrhütte
Knorrhütte: DAV hut at 2,052 m on the Zugspitze normal route – staffed, daily 7:00–18:00, mid-May to early October, experienced mountaineers only.
Season: Mitte Mai – Anfang Oktober
Kristenalm
Kristenalm in the Kristental near Scharnitz: staffed alm serving snacks, drinks and homemade cheese at 1,348 m in the Karwendel – dog-friendly, quiet, mid-May to mid-October.
Season: Mitte Mai – Mitte Oktober
Hiking on Holiday – Easy Beginner Routes
Perfect for a summer holiday in Gaistal – simple, beautiful, unforgettable.
Cycling in the Almenparadies Gaistal
Gaistalweg – Family Walk
Ganghoferweg – Circular Tour
Hämmermoosalm
Practical Info for Your Holiday
🚗 Getting There & Toll
All info on getting to Gaistal and the toll road.
🐕 With a Dog
Dog-friendly huts and routes for a holiday with your four-legged friend.
👨👩👧 With Kids
Family-friendly hikes and huts for a great family holiday.
🗺 Route Planner
Your personal AI route planner for your holiday in Gaistal.