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6-lakes hike on the Tauplitzalm

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The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty medium

Route 14,8 km

Time 5:30 h

Uphill 410 hm

Downhill 410 hm

Highest point 1650 m

A break from everyday life? This is possible on the 6-lake hike on the Tauplitzalm.

The 6-lake hike on the Tauplitzalm is one of the most beautiful panoramic hikes in the Alps. It leads through a dreamlike alpine landscape, past six crystal-clear mountain lakes, impressive climbing rocks and rustic alpine huts. Thanks to several alternative routes, it is suitable for experienced hikers as well as for family hikes.

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The journey to Tauplitz is best planned with google.at/maps. From there you can take the 4-seater chairlift to the high plateau.

By car, you can get to the Tauplitzalm from Bad Mitterndorf via the Tauplitzalm Alpine Road (toll).

There are plenty of free parking spaces available.

Right at the start is the mysterious Krallersee, a dark, shimmering moorland lake at the foot of the Lawinenstein. The route continues to the Großsee, which lies below the Schneiderkogel, and the picturesque Märchensee. These three mountain lakes give the route a special charm.
To the east, the hiking trail leads to Lake Tauplitzsee. Shortly before the Steirersee, it is worth making a detour to the famous “Steirerseebankerl”. From here, there is a magnificent view of the imposing Sturzhahn and the deep blue Steirersee. The Sturzhahn was once one of the favorite climbing mountains of the famous alpinist Heinrich Harrer.

After a short rest, the route continues past the Steirerseehütten huts. The Steirersee can be circumnavigated either on the south or north shore - however, surefootedness is required on the north shore. The last lake on the route is the Schwarzensee.

The hiking route leads back to the starting point either via idyllic meadow paths or via the asphalted plateau road.

Alternative routes & family-friendliness
The entire 6-lake hike does not have to be hiked in its entirety - the route can be shortened individually at several points. Thanks to the well-maintained plateau road, shorter family hikes in Ausseerland are also possible with baby carriages or for wheelchair users.

Emergency call mountain rescue: 140

Emergency reporting tip - provide answers to the six W questions:

What happened?
How many injured?
Where did the accident happen? (possible GPS coordinates)
Who is reporting? (callback number)
When did the accident happen?
Weather at the accident site?

On the alpine pasture and in the mountains, the weather is known to change quickly: whether summit happiness or hiking joy - they will be greater if you are well prepared for all conditions:

Proper backpacking makes many things easier: pack heavy things first. The water bottle should always be within easy reach in a side pocket. All things that are often needed such as sunglasses, camera or hiking map belong on top.An emergency kit including blister plaster belongs in every backpack and a clothing according to the "onion system" is always recommended!

This tour is a highlight for anyone planning a hiking vacation in Ausseerland. A detailed free hiking map of Ausseerland is available to order, and you can find more tours on the Tauplitzalm in the hiking map store.

Salzkammergut Shuttle Ausseerland - individual call taxiOn five routes between Sandling and Grimming daily from 07:00 to 22:00 on the road.Call at least 1 hour in advance at +43 50 422 422

Tourist Office Ausseerland-Salzkammergut
Information office Tauplitz
Tauplitz 70
8982 Bad Mitterndorf
+43 3688 24 46
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