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Pritz Hut (elev. 1,800 m)
Hut Highlights – “Pony Express to the Ponyalm””
Gontal am Katschberg – Muhr
Here in the midst of the
enchanting landscapes of
the Gontal Valley, a small
mountain streams babbles
quietly along just across
the way from the Pritz Hut.
Rising from the flower-filled
meadows are the healthful
aromas of countless alpine
herbs. A pool filled with cold
fresh water invites you to treat
your legs to traditional Kneipp
therapy. Stepping barefoot into the clear mountain stream, and then
allowing your feet to dry off in the sunshine, is probably the ultimate
form of relaxation. It tingles, gets the blood flowing and invigorates! The
wellness method pioneered by Pastor Sebastian Kneipp (1821 – 1897)
has proven itself a reliable means to toughen up the body, as well as to
prevent, alleviate and even cure a variety of ailments. Kneippen is a true
gift for body and soul. “Horse Taxis” carry visitors from the Katschberg
into the Gontal Valley. The Pritz Hut also serves as the trailhead for an
easy walk over the Gontalscharte or even a hike to the top of the Kareck.
At an elevation of 2,481 m, this path to the summit does require good
physical condition and stamina.
NEW - the “Ponyalm”: Around the Pritz hut are various breeds of
ponies and small animals. Pet them, make friends with them, enjoy
them. A panoramic trail leads through this wonderful world of ponies,
sure to get the youngsters’ pulses racing with excitement.
Alpine Flavor – Pritz Hut
After your Kneipp session and an invigorating hike, you will definitely
be ready to take a little rest and put something healthy in your stomach.
The specialties of the Pritz Hut include pasta dishes with either cheese
or meat.
Open to the Public: mid May to mid October
Overnight Accommodations: no
Contact:
Mr. Andreas Neuschitzer
Telephone: 0043 (0)664 2844583
E-Mail:
info@pferdezentrum-katschberg.at
Internet:
www.pritzhuette.com
How to reach us
Perched at 1,800 meters above sea level, the Pritz Hut is reachable in
about a 1 ¼ hour walk via a flat cart path which comes from the car park
behind Gasthof Bacher (on the Katschberg).
Elevation Change:
Difficulty:
Time on Trail:
Bus Service:
Parking:
ca. 100 m
• easy
ca. 1 ¼ hours
No. 5132 from St. Michael – Katschberghöhe
behind Gasthof Bacher
Stöcklalm (elev. 1,755 m)
Hut Highlights – “Splitting Wood”
Gontal – Muhr
The farmer’s doing well if
he has enough wood in front
of his hut. – That was once a
popular saying here in the
Lungau. Wood stacked in front
of the hut, seasoned under
the sun, promises a good life
and the coziness of a crackling
fire in the hearth. Visitors
to the Stöcklalm can learn
how to split wood with an ax,
as well as the fine art of stacking wood the correct way. And you are
always welcome to lend a hand! Your hosts will tell you what else can
be done with the wood, and what aspects of their daily lives are actually
dependent on that wood.
Alpine Flavor – Stöcklalm
Carefully selected and precisely counted, the wood is also used to fire
the oven for bread-baking. The folks at the Stöcklalm are very precise
in their methods, since a hearty, delicious home-baked bread requires
wood that has been carefully selected and cut just the right way. Their
home-baked bread, served with a variety of cheeses, is a specialty of
the Stöcklalm.
Open to the Public: mid of June until mid September
Overnight Accommodations: no
Contact:
Sampl Family
Telephone:
0043 (0)664 1128544 or
0043 (0)664 4868173
How to reach us
The hike to the Stöcklalm (elev. 1,755 m) begins from the car park
behind Gasthof Bacher (on the Katschberg). We first take a flat cart path
to the Pritz Hut, then continue as far as „Haus Almfried“. Now we initially
make our way uphill, before dropping to the „Doktoralm“ and continuing
to the „Wengeralm“. From this point on, the hiking trail becomes a little
rocky. The walk out to the Stöcklalm takes about 2.5 hours.
Elevation Change:
Difficulty:
Time on Trail:
Bus Service:
Parking:
ca. 150 m
• intermediate
ca. 2.5 hours
No. 5132 from St. Michael – Katschberghöhe
behind Gasthof Bacher
52 53
Interactive Hiking Map – http://karte.lungau.at
Interactive Hiking Map – http://karte.lungau.at
General Information
Fabulous Hikes to Alpine Tarns Flavor of the High Country
Hiking Trails & Hiking Tours Theme & Nature Trails Nature Parks & Hiking Tips