Katzenstein Summit – Lake Laudach loop from In der Klamm

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Austria

Upper Austria

Salzkammergut

Katzenstein Summit – Lake Laudach loop from In der Klamm

Hard

4.7

(16)

160

hikers

Katzenstein Summit – Lake Laudach loop from In der Klamm

04:41

10.8km

650m

Mountaineering

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

Last updated: November 2, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 4.12 km for 2.48 km

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.71 km

Outer Laudach Stream

Highlight • River

Simply a wonderful place that reflects the beauty of nature.

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4.13 km

Gassnersteig Climbing Path to Mairalm

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

The Gassnersteig trail is well secured with steel cables and ladders and is easy for experienced hikers.
There are two benches at the top near the turnoff to the Mairalm.

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4.84 km

View of Laudachsee through Katzensteinfenster

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With a little courage you can look out over the lake through the hole.

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4.85 km

Katzenstein Window

Highlight • Natural Monument

Wonderful view of the lake - please be careful!!!

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5.29 km

Katzenstein Summit

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Many years ago I was at the Katzenstein without any knowledge or preparation and since then I still have a great respect for it. Fortunately, I kicked a stone on …

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5.76 km

Bench With a View of Traunstein

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There are benches at various viewing points for resting.

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7.11 km

Lake Laudach

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Beautiful mountain lake, which is not only easy to reach by bike, which is why it can often get quite crowded in good weather. If you like it quieter, you …

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7.42 km

Ramsaualm at Laudachsee

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A "must" on Lake Laudachsee with a wonderful view of the lake and the Katzenstein.

laudachsee.com

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10.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.73 km

4.40 km

671 m

Surfaces

5.45 km

4.22 km

1.12 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 6 November

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Comments

May 1, 2025,🇦🇹 Katzenstein 1349 m

Today, Rosa and I are exploring the Salzkammergut near Gmunden.
We opt for the paid parking lot at "Franzl im Holz" - daily fee €8.00.
At first, the trail climbs gently through the forest to the beautiful Laudachsee. In the fantastic weather, the Traunstein mountain is reflected in the lake.
Most hikers choose the other forest trail to the Ramsau …

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