Summer-Sport-Activities
The Troadkasten is the perfect base for hikers, mountain lovers, mushroom foragers and families with children. From short, leisurely walks to challenging full-day mountain hikes, there’s something for everyone:
A Scenic Walk from Hut to Hut
From the Troadkasten, follow the mountain road at an easy pace up to the Nussbaumerteich pond. From there, a hiking trail leads through the forest for about 15 minutes to the Wölflbauerhütte.
From the hut, continue along the mountain road for another 10 minutes to the Frido-Kordon-Hütte. Both huts are well worth a stop – in addition to excellent food, they each offer a fun playground for children.
For the return journey, follow the marked hiking trail 558 back to the mountain road, then follow the road back to the Troadkasten.
Walking time: approx. 1 hour
Difficulty: Easy
Stubeck
From the Troadkasten, follow the mountain road downhill at an easy pace to the ski slope, where the marked hiking trail 558 begins.
Once you reach the tree line, the trail continues along an alpine pasture fence towards Eckenkopf, before finally leading up to the summit of Stubeck.
The hike offers spectacular panoramic views across the Hohe Tauern and Nock Mountains, stretching all the way to the Karawanken and Julian Alps.
Walking time: approx. 2 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Equipment: Good hiking shoes
Reitereck
From the Troadkasten, first follow the mountain road to the ski slope, then take the marked hiking trail 558 to Ecken. From there, continue along the Gmeinweg trail towards Torscharte.
The trail then becomes steep as you follow hiking trail 542 over Poisnig and Wandspitze to the summit of Reitereck.
The return journey follows the same route.
Walking time: approx. 4 hours
Difficulty: Difficult
Equipment: Hiking boots, drinks and snacks
Safety: Sure-footedness, a good head for heights and a good level of fitness are required.
More Hiking Adventures
Wandspitze – approx. 3 hrs – Moderate
Poisnig – approx. 2.5 hrs – Moderate
Sternspitze – approx. 4 hrs – Difficult
Torscharte – approx. 1.5 hrs – Easy
Leonhard Hut – approx. 1.5 hrs – Easy
Mountain Bike Ride from Gmünd to the Troadkasten
Distance: 12 km / Elevation gain: 1,000 m / Cycling time: approx. 2.5 hours
The ride from the valley up to the Sonnalm is a real challenge for every mountain biker. There are 1,000 metres of elevation gain between the town of Gmünd and the Troadkasten – and they have to be conquered!
Around one third of the route follows an asphalt road, while the remaining section takes you along an alpine gravel road.
The reward? Breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains – an unforgettable experience in its own right!
Climbing in the area of the Malta High Alpine Road
Ready for an unforgettable climbing adventure? The Malta High Alpine Road takes you straight into an impressive mountain landscape, with numerous climbing areas easily and conveniently accessible along the route. No fewer than 14 climbing areas await you – offering plenty of opportunities to discover the rocks and enjoy spectacular alpine surroundings.
