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7
AN EXCURSION TO THE
JOCHALMEN
Text: Kathrina Denk
It is a warm Saturday, and after a leisurely
breakfast, we head to the Jochalmen.
We first ride into Bluntautal
on our new gravel bikes, then continue
on foot. This idyllic valley is pure bliss.
The Torrenerbach meanders through
the nature reserve like a snake, and
the sound of its rushing water accompanies
you constantly. The crystal-clear
Bluntau lakes usually require us to take
a detour, but today we have the Jochalmen
squarely in our sights. From the
Bärenwirt, we continue our journey on
foot.
PATH OF THE SEASONS ON EGELSEE
Located on idyllic Egelsee, the pleasant Golling Path of the Seasons
also features interesting information boards along the way.
Here, the whole family can explore a maze, balance on trees, or
learn about the surrounding mountain peaks with the help of a
newly installed panorama board. Enjoy the particularly beautiful
view from the romantic park chapel while your children explore
a natural pathway.
• Further information: www.golling.info
AQUA SALZA BATHING & WELLNESS PARADISE
Young and old alike find a place to swim, dive, have fun, and
relax. This modern wellness world offers relaxation, recreation,
and regeneration for body and mind with six different saunas
and two steam baths – massages, facial and Ayurvedic treatments,
and peels included. The finishing touches to your perfect
experience are provided by a dining area with a comfortable
rooftop terrace offering a 360-degree panoramic view of the impressive
mountains which surround you.
• Current opening hours & prices: aqua-salza.at
We cross the bridge over the Torrenerbach
heading west. After a short stretch
along a forestry lane, we turn onto the
steep forest path. After a while, we are
very relieved to encounter flatter terrain.
Having cut through a flower-covered
alpine meadow, we enter the forest
one last time, and just a few bends
later, we can already see our destination
for today: the Lower Jochalm. As
we enjoy a refreshing, well-deserved
Radler and a hearty Brettljause, we
gaze in awe at the gigantic, towering
rock massifs that were forged by primordial
forces.
For our hike back down, the wide forestry
lane is a welcome change of pace.
At the Bärenwirt again, we cool our feet
in the Torrenerbach before hopping on
our bikes and pedaling back. Whether
or not we make a detour to the Göllhof
will be a last-second decision. Though
the Blattlkrapfen would definitely make
it worthwhile!
To the Lower Jochalm
Distance: 11.45 km (from the Bärenwirt)
Ascent: 669 vertical meters
Duration: approx. 5 h