Southeast of Rein in Taufers, high above the Bachertal, lies the Kasseler Hütte, also known by its old name Hochgallhütte. It is located at 2276 m above sea level and is one of the most beautifully situated mountain huts in the Tauferer Ahrntal.
From Rein in Taufers, the varied hiking trail leads through picturesque larch forests, pine stands and mountain meadows, as well as past rushing waterfalls and glacial streams. The hiking trail is well-paved and only moderately steep, so that the hike is easy even for less stamina hikers. When you arrive, the magnificent view all the way to the Durreck group with its three-thousand-meter peaks makes up for the two-hour climb.
Pamper your palate at over 2000 meters altitude!
After completing the climb, you can let the hut host spoil you with traditional and homemade South Tyrolean specialties. The Seeber family has been running the Kasseler Hut since 1959 and is always concerned about the well-being of their guests. They serve delicious local dishes every day, such as dumplings with goulash or a snack board with South Tyrolean bacon and grey cheese. And with a cool drink you can really switch off and enjoy the wonderful panoramic view.
Hiking and climbing in untouched nature!
The Kasseler Hut is also a popular stopover for various, sometimes challenging, high mountain tours in the area. From there, mountaineers can tackle the ascent of numerous three-thousand-meter peaks, such as the Magerstein, the Schneebiger Nock or the highest mountain in the Rieserferner group, the Hochgall (3435 m). Guests who do not want to complete their tour in a single day or who want to climb several different peaks in the area can stay overnight in the Kasseler Hut. This way, you can start your next adventure well rested the next day.