Naturschutzgebiet - Westteil Des Toten Gebirges
Naturschutzgebiet - Westteil Des Toten Gebirges
Nature Reserve Guide
Naturschutzgebiet - Westteil Des Toten Gebirges is a nature reserve located within the Totes Gebirge, a prominent karst massif in the Northern Limestone Alps. This region is characterized by an extensive high plateau, dramatic rock faces, and a diverse landscape that transitions from rugged alpine terrain to forested areas and alpine pastures. The area features numerous mountain lakes, such as Grundlsee and Altausseer See, alongside impressive peaks like the Loser, making it suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling,…
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Routes
4.6
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Average rating
24418
People visited

4.9
(901)
5,932
hikers
7.10km
01:51
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(73)
427
hikers
8.86km
04:18
590m
590m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
(92)
405
hikers
7.93km
03:06
430m
430m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
(32)
374
hikers
18.9km
08:07
1,070m
1,060m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.7
(115)
817
riders
30.8km
01:52
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(30)
365
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(43)
309
riders
38.0km
02:39
500m
500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(38)
244
riders
69.2km
04:50
830m
830m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(7)
263
riders
22.6km
01:37
840m
840m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
(9)
247
riders
40.3km
02:09
430m
430m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.8
(6)
155
riders
40.6km
02:00
570m
570m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
(2)
140
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.5
(64)
328
riders
30.7km
01:56
300m
300m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.9
(54)
348
riders
52.5km
04:01
1,140m
1,140m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.7
(44)
177
riders
33.9km
02:22
400m
400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(14)
90
riders
39.2km
03:05
800m
800m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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5.0
(12)
131
hikers
5.18km
02:33
400m
400m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(1)
41
hikers
3.79km
02:32
410m
410m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

45
hikers
6.05km
03:34
520m
520m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

15
hikers
3.87km
02:01
330m
330m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.9
(17)
155
riders
46.9km
02:58
650m
650m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(16)
163
riders
49.1km
03:02
690m
690m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
30
riders
28.7km
01:45
330m
330m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
29
riders
50.4km
02:58
510m
510m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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43
runners
20.3km
02:14
320m
320m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

40
runners
6.18km
00:42
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

34
runners
9.08km
01:00
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1.0
(1)
33
runners
10.6km
01:36
620m
620m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Naturschutzgebiet - Westteil Des Toten Gebirges offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Mountaineering, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 120 routes across these sports. Routes in the area have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Popular hiking trails include the Lake Altaussee Loop Trail, a 4.4-mile [7.1 km] route. Another frequently visited trail is the Loserfenster – View of Austsee loop from Altausseer See, which is about 3.2 miles [5.2 km] long. These routes are highly rated by komoot users.
Yes, the region offers easy hiking routes suitable for beginners. The Lake Altaussee Loop Trail is an easy 4.4-mile [7.1 km] hike. More options can be found in the Easy hikes in Naturschutzgebiet - Westteil Des Toten Gebirges guide.
The nature reserve is part of the Totes Gebirge, known for its extensive karst plateau and dramatic rock faces. Key natural features include numerous mountain lakes such as Lake Toplitz, Grundlsee, Altausseer See, Wildensee, and Elmsee. Impressive peaks like the Loser also offer panoramic views.
The area supports both touring and road cycling. A popular touring cycling route is the View of the Dachstein – Lake Altaussee loop, approximately 19.1 miles [30.8 km]. For road cycling, the Loser Panoramic Road loop, about 14.1 miles [22.7 km], is highly rated. Further routes are detailed in the Cycling in Naturschutzgebiet - Westteil Des Toten Gebirges guide.
Yes, the region offers difficult mountaineering routes, often requiring alpine experience. Examples include the Loser Window – Lake Augstsee loop, which is about 3.3 miles [5.3 km] long. The Mountain Hikes in Naturschutzgebiet - Westteil Des Toten Gebirges guide provides more information on such routes.
Naturschutzgebiet - Westteil Des Toten Gebirges is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 20,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the area have received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 2,800 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking in Naturschutzgebiet - Westteil Des Toten Gebirges, MTB Trails, and Road Cycling Routes. There are also guides for specific interests like Waterfall hikes and Attractions.
Yes, mountain biking is an available activity. Trails range in difficulty, such as the difficult Grundlsee – Augstsee loop, which is about 32.6 miles [52.5 km]. The MTB Trails in Naturschutzgebiet - Westteil Des Toten Gebirges guide provides more options.
The region is characterized by a prominent karst landscape, featuring an extensive high plateau and dramatic rock faces. It includes diverse terrain from rugged alpine areas to gentler, forested sections and green alpine pastures. Numerous mountain lakes are also present throughout the reserve.
The nature reserve falls under the administration of the Styrian State Government. For administrative inquiries, contact the Amt der Steiermärkischen Landesregierung. The general phone number for the administration is +43 (316) 877-0.
Yes, jogging is a popular activity in the area. A moderate route is the View of Dachstein loop from Altaussee, approximately 4.6 miles [7.4 km] long. The Running Trails in Naturschutzgebiet - Westteil Des Toten Gebirges guide lists additional options.

