Waterfall – Max Hut loop from Ginzling

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Ginzling

Waterfall – Max Hut loop from Ginzling

Hard

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Waterfall – Max Hut loop from Ginzling

03:12

6.42km

480m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 29, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 1.50 km for 1.77 km

After 3.58 km for 1.77 km

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.65 km

Rocky Trail to Maxhütte

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We recommend! The way there is in my opinion but not quite as simple as described. Due to the rocky path you should be sure-footed.

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2.50 km

Forest Trail View

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Lots of shade in the forest on this walk. Beautiful sunlight filters through the trees. Agreeable even on hot days.

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2.79 km

Waterfall

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A waterfall is always an intoxicating experience of nature ... the water gurgles and bubbles everywhere.

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2.80 km

Start of the Gunggl Valley

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Imposingly roaring torrent along the way. Dippers dive for insects here.

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3.10 km

View into the Gunggl Valley

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After the rustic climb through the gnarled mountain forest, the small Gunggl valley opens up with pastures as far as the eye can see, behind which a magnificent panorama of …

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3.23 km

Bridge in front of Maxhütte

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From here it is only a few meters.

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3.37 km

Max Hut

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Quaint hut, the Kaspressknödelsuppe and the goulash soup were great.

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3.88 km

Waterfall and mountain stream in the Gunggltal

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The waterfall is located above the power plant.

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6.42 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.51 km

1.15 km

1.14 km

602 m

Surfaces

3.51 km

1.71 km

1.15 km

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 6 October

16°C

1°C

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Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 13.0 km/h

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Comments

August 25, 2021,Zur Maxhütte in Grinzling

Stones, rubble, rocks. Annoying tour, I have to say, but once you are up there, everything is forgotten and the Kaiserschmarrn is also very tasty! 🙂

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June 27, 2024,Wanderung

Beautiful hut and Tobias and Harry are great hosts. It was certainly not the last time we stayed at the Max Hut

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July 3, 2024,🥾 Wanderung zur Maxhütte

A very beautiful hike in the Gunggeltal over a very rocky and steep path to the Maxhütte. For me, the hut was the most beautiful we have hiked to so far. Very rustic, delicious food and super friendly owners.

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July 25, 2025,Zur Maxhütte ins Gunggltal

Rain was forecast for today from midday, so only a short hike was planned. I took the bus to Ginzling, then went up to the Maxhütte in the wild and romantic Gunggltal. The path went through the forest until just before the destination and was rocky and full of roots. It wasn't difficult, but when it's wet - like today …

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August 21, 2025,Wanderung

Hike to the Maxhütte not long but difficult to walk

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July 2, 2022,Von Ginzling nach Maxhütte, Mayrhofen

We were on the road (moving) much longer than the 1:47 ...

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June 20, 2025,Maxhütte Runde von Ginzling

Day tickets in Ginzling cost €6. You can also buy a 4-hour ticket for €4.
If you drive about 300 meters further from the Nature Education Center parking lot after the toll sign, you can park for free on the side of the road at the sign where the Maxhüttenweg begins.

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September 17, 2022,Maxhütte von Ginzling & Gunggl-Hochtal

The tour to the Maxhütte is definitely worthwhile, as the path is very demanding and the protruding stones and roots require attention 👁 and sure-footedness, especially in wet weather. 💦
So you should be good on foot and wear sturdy shoes ☝️🥾🥾
On the way you pass a wonderful roaring torrent that eats its way through the densely wooded steep …

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