Hiking on Großarler Sinnesweg trail

Arrive in the here and now and focus on what you feel: Großarler Sinnesweg trail is all about sensory perception. The easy family hiking trail revolves around the five elements and makes wood, fire, earth, metal, and water tangible for hikers of all ages, providing them with fascinating new knowledge.

Großarler Sinnesweg trail in a nutshell

Starting point: mountain station of Panoramabahn Großarltal cable car
Duration: approx. 1.5–2 h
Distance: around 4.8 km
Altitude difference: 179 m downhill, 176 m uphill

Großarler Sinnesweg trail – route description

To get to this hidden gem of the Dorfgastein-Großarltal hiking area, you first have to ride up to the mountain station of Panoramabahn Großarltal cable car. From there, a 30-minute walk takes you to the starting point of the “Senses Trail”. The easy and pushchair-friendly circular hike features several stations dedicated to the five elements of wood, fire, earth, metal, and water. Among others, you will visit an impressive wooden tower, a pyramid with a viewing platform, and a lovingly arranged herbal garden. The purpose of the trail: To grant guests of all ages fascinating perspectives of Gastein’s marvelous nature. Plus, young hikers will love the seesaws, swings, and quizzes along the trail.

Take a break in lofty heights

Have you seen a lot and felt even more along the Großarler Sinnesweg trail? Then it’s time for a well-deserved break – for instance at Hauserbauer‘s Gipflstadl in Dorfgastein or Gehwolfalm in Großarl! Don’t miss the stunning panoramic views from both restaurants!

Take a break