Kals am Grossglockner

We warmly expect you at the Grossglockner mountain, the “King of the Eastern Alps” (3,798 m asl).

Altitude: 1,325 m asl

The picturesque locality Kals am Grossglockner puts emphasis on customs and traditions: There are theatre performances on a regular basis and the treasury of songs is kept alive by a number of associations. Moreover the local museum provides an insight into the articles of daily use and traditional costumes of bygone times.

Kals (Slav.: mud, puddle) is characterised by a lively history. Already in Stone Age this area has been inhabited by hunters and gatherers. This is what findings including ibex pates, which have been aligned circularly round a fireplace, prove. However, also a sword of the Bronce Age has been found. An insomuch interesting surrounding that is steeped in history of course hides other secrets…

Its position transforms Kals (pic: the St. Georg chapel) into a Mekka for those who love the mountains: The Grossglockner panoramic road takes you to a car park, which is also the starting point for your hike. Many also gather to take a look at this famous mountain - and you won’t forget this view! Even in the emblem the mountain is eternalised. And the mountains also characterise the offer in winter: The resort Kals-Matrei features 33 km of ski slopes and on the skiing mountain Glocknerblick you can enjoy skiing on 28 km. Have fun! :-)

Our tip: In the valley there are the last six preserved and restaured mills that still grind corn! The open air museum can be reached on a path across the forest. Moreover every July there is the “Kalser Mühlenfest”, a festival dedicated to these mills.