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Gumpental Tour | 325

Accessible by public transport

Train (within 15 minutes walking distance from starting point)
Public bus (within 15 minutes walking distance from starting point)

Characteristics

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Fitness

The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty medium

Route 20,5 km

Time 2:45 h

Uphill 734 hm

Downhill 736 hm

Highest point 1427 m

This varied loop takes you through charming alpine huts, peaceful valleys, and stunning panoramic views – showcasing one of the most beautiful corners around Haus im Ennstal. Ideal for those who want to combine scenic nature with an active outdoor experience.

This diverse circular tour starts at the valley station of the Hauser Kaibling cable car and leads via Oberhaus, Stöcklhütte, and Knapplhütt’n into the idyllic Gumpental valley. After a short stop at the Stanglalm for refreshments, the route continues on mostly flat terrain to Gumpenberg, passing Hotel Höflehner. A steep descent takes you down to Ruperting before the loop ends back in Haus im Ennstal.

MTB signage is being further improved
Throughout 2026, we continue to improve and standardize our MTB signage system. As part of this process, existing signposts are being adjusted, locations are being optimized, and some route numbers are being updated.

During this transition period, there may occasionally be minor differences in the signage on site. Thank you for your understanding – these improvements will create a clearer and more user-friendly guidance system for your bike experience.

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More information

From Salzburg: Follow the A10 to Altenmarkt. There, take the B320 and continue towards Liezen. Leave the road at the exit "Hauser Kaibling".

From Graz: Follow the A9 to Liezen. There, take the B320 and continue in the direction of Schladming. Leave the road at the exit "Hauser Kaibling".

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The starting point of this scenic loop is the Hauser Kaibling cable car valley station, heading in the direction of Schladming. In the center of Haus im Ennstal, the route turns left towards Oberhaus. From there, it continues past the Stöcklhütte and the Knapplhütt’n into the idyllic Gumpental valley.

Once in Gumpental, a short detour to the Stanglalm is well worth it – the perfect place for a snack or a short break. The route then continues almost entirely flat to Gumpenberg, passing the renowned Hotel Höflehner. A steep, paved descent follows down to Ruperting, after which a relaxed final section takes you back to the starting point in Haus.

Plan breaks: Along the route, many huts and inns invite you to stop for a relaxing break and enjoy regional specialties.
E-mountain bike: With electric support, the tour is also suitable for less experienced bikers. There are several e-bike charging stations along the route. Their locations can be seen on the map and in the elevation profile, making it easy to plan your tour and possible charging stops.

By train to the station Bahnhof Haus im Ennstal, then 2 km by bike to the valley station of the Hauser Kaibling cable car.

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Sufficient free parking spaces available at the Hauser Kaibling valley station.

For further information, please contact us at:

Tourismusverband Schladming-Dachstein