Can the Melager Alm be reached by e-bike?

The Melager Alm is at the head of the Langtaufers valley and is part of the Three Huts Tour from Graun (approx. 32.5 km, 1,030 m elevation). The hut itself is accessible via forest paths. Alternatively, drive to Melag and walk to the hut in 30 minutes.

What is the Langtaufers Glacier Trail?

A nature trail leading from the Melager Alm to the Weißkugelhütte. It provides information about glacier retreat, botany and geology of the high alpine region. Ideal as a bike&hike: e-bike to the Melager Alm, then continue on foot.

Melager Alm - Alpine Hut

The Melager Alm stands at the head of the Langtaufers valley, surrounded by the glaciers of the Ötztal Alps. From here, the three-thousand-metre peaks of the Weißkugel group seem close enough to touch. Despite its high alpine setting at nearly 2,000 metres, the hut can be reached on simple forest paths, even with a pushchair.

The cuisine of the Melager Alm has been recognised by the Gault & Millau restaurant guide. From the hamlet of Melag, the hut is about a 30-minute walk. Beyond the hut, the Langtaufers Glacier Trail leads on to the Weißkugelhütte, offering insights into glacier retreat, botany and geology of the high alpine region.

How to get to the Melager Alm - Alpine Hut by bike

The Melager Alm is the final stop on the Three Huts Tour. From Graun at Lake Reschen, the tour leads through the Langtaufers valley past Kaproner Alm and Maseben to this point. To reach the hut directly, drive or cycle to the hamlet of Melag at the valley head and walk about 30 minutes. Parking in Melag. Vinschger Bahn train to Mals, bus to Graun.

Melager Alm - Alpine Hut throughout the year

The Melager Alm is open during the summer months. In early summer, the forest paths lead through lush alpine meadows with views of the still snow-covered glaciers. In midsummer, the tour can be combined with a bike&hike along the Glacier Trail to the Weißkugelhütte. Autumn brings clear alpine views and golden larch forests in the Langtaufers valley.

Frequently asked questions about the Melager Alm - Alpine Hut

Can the Melager Alm be reached by e-bike?: The Melager Alm is at the head of the Langtaufers valley and is part of the Three Huts Tour from Graun (approx. 32.5 km, 1,030 m elevation). The hut itself is accessible via forest paths. Alternatively, drive to Melag and walk to the hut in 30 minutes.
What is the Langtaufers Glacier Trail?: A nature trail leading from the Melager Alm to the Weißkugelhütte. It provides information about glacier retreat, botany and geology of the high alpine region. Ideal as a bike&hike: e-bike to the Melager Alm, then continue on foot.