Moor nature trail, Teichalm

The Teichalm raised bog is 7,500 to 9,000 years old and could have originated from a lake. The raised bog that still exists today is probably the last remnant of a once large, contiguous raised bog landscape in the valley floor of the Teichalm and Sommeralm. Adjacent to the small upland moor is a swamp forest and low moor meadows, which are very species-rich, for example the sheath cottongrass, the purple moor gentian, the carnivorous sundew and various orchid species grow here. The wooden plank path through the moor was completely renovated in 2020, and the boards along the path provide information about the flora and fauna along the way. The Teichalmsee lake right next to it, with its wooden ox, is the landmark of the nature park Almenland. Created in 1972, it is actually a flood retention basin, but today it is an indispensable destination for excursions and recreation.

The path around the Teichalmsee lake in the nature park Almenland is flat and gravelled, the path leads through the moor over wooden footbridges. This path can also be used with a wheelchair or baby carriage.

For a longer tour, the moorland nature trail can also be combined with the Teichalm circuit. This is the ideal tour for anyone undertaking an alpine hike for the first time.

After circling the Teichalm lake, the hike continues to the Holzmeister campsite, which is located slightly higher up. On the way back, you pass the Harrer hut, where you can sample cheese and yoghurt.

Back on the Teichalm, we continue along the moorland nature trail.

To the Teichalm circuit

The moorland nature trail is closed in winter (in ice and snow)!

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