Almhütte Unterhofer

A very special place, remote and high on a mountain with beautiful views and only a few cows as neighbours. The access road is an adventure and the hut very basic but exactly what you expect in such a place. Farmer Hans takes you up the first time and shows you how the wood stove/boiler and electricity meter works. There is a lot to do in the area. We visited the Groppensteinschlucht, Kreuzeckbahn, Goldeckbahn, Mölltaler glettscher, Ankogelbahn and the 3 countries point with the Kärtnencard. Super many possibilities for walks in the area and above all a place to completely unwind and perhaps spot wildlife. At least we saw a deer and a fox.

We rented the Unterhofer hut on the mountain for a week again this year. Fantastic views and a quiet location. There is a family of cattle grazing right next door who always say hello and goodbye to us. Although there was a young calf, they had no problem at all with our 11-year-old Labrador. The hut itself has everything you need. A large brick/roofed charcoal barbecue and a gas barbecue outside, as well as a wood-burning stove in the hut itself. Electricity for TV/light/fridge/filter coffee machine/stove is available and payable with 1€ coins (these are provided by Hans the owner). There is also a wood-burning stove in the bathroom for hot water. Wood is roughly pre-cut and can be chopped as required (appropriate tools available on site). Fresh, ice-cold drinking water comes from the rustic fountain. The landlord, the neighbours and the people in the village in general were all friendly and courteous. A pleasant change from the everyday grind of a big city. Directly from the hut there is a hiking trail that leads up to the Groneck (2691m) for experienced hikers. There is also a hiking trail directly to the Leutschacher Alm. Enjoy the peace and quiet at the hut itself and see the Milky Way and satellites with the naked eye on a cloudless night or use it as a starting point for day trips in the area (Großglockner, Raggaschlucht, Wörthersee, Pyramiden Kogel, Turracher Höhe incl. Nocky Flitzer summer toboggan run) - there's something for everyone here. We can only recommend it without reservation and have already booked again for next year.

For all those seeking peace far away from civilization, the cabin is a wonderful place. The mountain air is clean there, and you sleep well. The kitchen is well-equipped; the induction cooktop and gas grill were more than sufficient for us. In front of the cottage, there is a spring with delicious drinking water. The beer chilled perfectly in the trough and was at the ideal temperature. You need to heat the stove to get hot water, and the water pressure in the shower is low – but that’s exactly what gives the cabin its romantic charm. The path to the cabin is an experience in itself; it involves an ascent of 750 meters over a distance of 7 kilometers from the main road. The road is well-maintained; the last 3 km are gravel road. Long, low vehicles may encounter problems because of ground clearance. The owner is very friendly, and communication is smooth.