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Winkelalm

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Pure nature

"Malga Winkel"

An idyll at 1,470 meters above sea level at Nassfeld

The Winkelalm, also known as "Malga Winkel", is located on the Italian side of the Nassfeld at an altitude of 1,470 m. Nestled in the green landscape and surrounded by mountain peaks in an idyllic setting, the lodge invites you to stop by, linger, and enjoy.

Our team treats you to a small selection, including various breads, "Brettljause" (a traditional platter), goulash soup, as well as homemade cake specialties, coffee, ice cream, and cold beverages.

Opening hours

13.06.2025 bis 01.11.2025
Wednesday to Sunday from 10.00 a.m. to 05.00 a.m.

Life is a pony farm

Pony Joy in the Heart of Nature

Riding fun at the foot of the Rosskofel

Spend magical moments with our ponies on the alpine meadow – nature, connection, and animal joy for young and old alike!

Pony Riding – Groom, saddle up, ride, and feed the ponies

1 round – 20 minutes: € 20,00
Wednesday to Sunday from 11.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.

Trail Riding – For experienced riders

2 hours: €75 (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 4.00 p.m to 6.00 p.m)
4 hours: €150 (Saturday from 9.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m)

Private Tour – Appointments on request

2 hours: €150

Advance registration is required via e-mail at info@gartnerkofel.at.

Weekly highlight

Picnic with music

The highlight that takes place once a week at the Winkelalm is our traditional picnic with music. You can expect a delicious selection of barbecue specialties that not only delight our hotel guests.

Grilled chicken, grilled fish, baked potatoes, and much more
Prepared personally by the chef for you: Our lumberjack Frigga
Legendary Kaiserschmarrn in the large pan to finish

We are always happy to welcome familiar faces from near and far to our mountain hut. A barbecue at the Winkelalm is also perfect for corporate events, birthday parties, or club celebrations.

Starting point for hikes

Hiking tips

The Winkelalm is both a destination and a starting point for numerous hikes. You can reach the Winkelalm on foot, by bicycle, or by private car. Access by private car is possible via the Nassfeldstraße (B90) from the border crossing Passo Pramollo in the direction of Italy, up to the old barracks. From there, you can get to the Winkelalm via a forest path in about 15 minutes of walking.

Here are a few hiking tips to and around the Winkelalm

15 minutes walking time: From the Hotel Gartnerkofel by car towards Italy to the old barracks (about 2.5 km) - from there via the forest path on foot to Winkelalm (about 1 km).
45 minutes walking time: From the Hotel Gartnerkofel to Lake Nassfeld - right along the lakeside path - to the southern shore of the lake - from there via the hiking path to Winkelalm (about 2.5 km).

1.5 hours hiking time: From the Gartnerkofel Hotel - to the Tressdorfer Alm - continuing to the Rossalm - from the Rossalm to the Nassfeldsee - along the lake path and the hiking trail further to the Winkelalm.
4 hours hiking time: Hike to Malurch: Starting point is the Winkelalm - Stampfboden - Malurch - Pridola Saddle - Winkelalm - Challenging hike. A head for heights and sure-footedness required.

Picnic at Winkelalm