Anton Karg Haus

#36 among destinations in Austria

Alpine hut, Hiking

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Nestled within the breathtaking Kaisertal in the Eastern Alps of Austria, the Anton Karg Haus serves as a welcoming retreat for hikers and mountaineers exploring the rugged beauty of the Wilder Kaiser mountain range. This alpine hut, located at an altitude of 829 meters, is a cherished base for outdoor enthusiasts seeking to immerse themselves in the serene alpine environment.

The Anton Karg Haus, also known as Hinterbärenbad, is a traditional alpine refuge that provides a blend of rustic charm and necessary comforts for adventurers traversing the surrounding peaks and valleys. Accessible by foot, the journey to the hut is an experience in itself, offering panoramic views and the opportunity to encounter the region's diverse flora and fauna.

With its strategic location, the hut is a popular starting point for various mountain tours, including the ascent to the famous Stripsenjochhaus and the challenging trek to the summit of Ellmauer Halt, the highest peak in the Wilder Kaiser range. The hut's proximity to numerous climbing routes also makes it a favorite stop for rock climbers.

Managed by the Austrian Alpine Club, the Anton Karg Haus is equipped with dormitory-style sleeping arrangements and private rooms, catering to the needs of solo travelers, families, and groups alike. The hut's warm and hospitable staff ensure that guests are well-fed with hearty alpine cuisine, providing the necessary sustenance for the day's adventures.

Local name: Anton-Karg-Haus Hut open: beginning of May to end OctoberCoordinates: 47°34'48"N, 12°16'38"E

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2 KaisertalTyrolAustria

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Anton Karg Haus – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kaiser Mountains, Stripsenjochhaus, Kaindl Hut, Petersköpfl.

~1130 ftSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Kaiser Mountains
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tyrol, the Kaiser Mountains are a majestic range that dominates the landscape with its rugged peaks and serene alpine beauty. Known in German as the "Kaisergebirge," this mountainous region is a beacon for adventurers and nature enthusiasts...
1.6 miE
Alpine hut, Hiking
Stripsenjochhaus
40 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Tyrolean Alps in Austria, the Stripsenjochhaus serves as a beacon for avid mountaineers and nature enthusiasts alike. This alpine hut, situated at an elevation of 1,577 meters, is a popular rest stop for hikers traversing the rugged terrain...
2.3 miSW
Alpine hut, Hiking
Kaindl Hut
60 min walk • Nestled amidst the breathtaking alpine scenery of Austria, the Kaindl Hut offers a serene escape for mountaineers and nature enthusiasts alike. This charming alpine hut is a hub for hikers and climbers seeking to explore the rugged beauty of the surrounding mountains.
2.5 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Petersköpfl
63 min walk • The Petersköpfl is a 1,745m high summit in the Zahmer Kaiser, the northern ridge of the Kaisergebirge mountain range in the Austrian state of Tyrol. To the east the Petersköpfl is linked by a ridge to the Einserkogel, to the west it is separated from the Naunspitze by a wind gap.
2.1 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Pyramidenspitze
53 min walk • The Pyramidenspitze is a mountain, 1,998 metres high, of the Kaisergebirge in the Austrian state of Tyrol. The Pyramidenspitze is only the second highest summit in the Zahmer Kaiser after the largely unknown, 2,002-metre-high Vordere Kesselschneid, but is the most well-known and most frequently climbed.
1.7 miSE
Tall peak with 2 paths for mountaineers
Ellmauer Halt
45 min walk • The Ellmauer Halt is the highest peak in the mountain massif of the Wilder Kaiser in the Kaiser range in the Austrian state of Tyrol. To the east is the summit of the Kapuzenturm, a striking and isolated rock pinnacle. In 1883 the first summit cross was erected on the mountain top.
1.5 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Stripsenkopf
37 min walk • The Stripsenkopf is a 1,807-metre-high mountain in the Kaisergebirge range of the Northern Limestone Alps in Austria. It belongs to the Zahmer Kaiser group and its summit is covered in mountain pine.
2.3 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Scheffauer
59 min walk • The Scheffauer is a 2,111 m-high mountain in the Kaiser mountain range of the Northern Limestone Alps. It forms the western buttress of the Wilder Kaiser and is one of the most frequented summits in the Kaiser.
1.9 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Vordere Kesselschneid
48 min walk • At 2,002 metres the Vordere Kesselschneid is the highest summit in the Zahmer Kaiser, the northern chain of the Kaiser Mountains in the Austrian state of Tyrol.
1.8 miS
Peak for hiking and mountain climbing
Treffauer
47 min walk • At 2,304 metres, the Treffauer is the third highest mountain in the Kaisergebirge range of the Alps. It lies in the Austrian state of Tyrol.
1.3 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Sonneck
34 min walk • The Sonneck is a 2,260-metre-high mountain in the Kaisergebirge range of the Northern Limestone Alps in Austria. On its broad peak stands a solid summit cross, the panorama is comprehensive and there are particularly good views of the Ellmauer Halt, the highest mountain in the range, the Treffauer and Lake Hinterstein.