Russbach: Neualm-Knalltörl-Großer Bretkogel-Gamsfeld

Hike route no. 38 to Neualm, continue eastwards to Knalltörl, then turn left to Brettkogel (1658m). Now follows a very steep descent via the Wilden Jäger (rope secured) and further through a dense pine scrub field over the so-called “Haberfeld” to the Gamsfeld (2028m). Descent via Traunwandalm route no. 35 or via Angerkaralm route no. 36.

Sturdy shoes, rain jacket, and a snack are recommended.

You should be sure-footed and free from dizziness on the route as it is alpine terrain. Securing with a rope is recommended.

Coming from the A10 motorway, take the Golling exit towards Abtenau and Russbach. From Bad Ischl, drive via Bad Goisern and Gosau to Russbach.

You can reach Russbach by Postbus no. 470 from Gosau and Golling. Information on departure times can be found at www.oebb.at

You will find sufficient parking spaces directly in the village center of Russbach or at the Rinnbach parking lot.

Tourism Association Russbach: www.russbach.info

The alpine pastures are farmed from the end of June until September, and the dairy farmers serve excellent homemade cheese specialties.