Arschlochwinkel, Field area in Obertraun, Austria.
Arschlochwinkel is a mountain field area at the foot of the Dachstein massif near Obertraun, surrounded by several peaks. The terrain lies between Tiefkar and Zwölferkogel and offers views across the surrounding alpine landscape.
Late 19th century cartographers surveyed the region and recorded names provided by local farmers. The location appeared on an Alpine Club map in 1915, becoming part of the official documentation of the area.
Local farmers created this unconventional name as a response to cartographers' requests, reflecting how they perceived difficult mountain terrain. Such names still appear on maps today and show what mattered to people living in these isolated areas.
Access the area by following the hiking trail toward Zwölferkogel, which passes through Tiefkar and crosses between different peaks. The terrain is mountainous and requires suitable hiking equipment and experience.
The name literally translates to 'Asshole Angle,' one of several unusual geographical names in the Dachstein region. Such names originated from the direct language of mountain dwellers and how they described their landscape.
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