Oberhausalm, Mountain pasture in Sankt Jakob in Defereggen, Austria.
Description
Oberhausalm is a mountain pasture at 1,793 meters elevation in East Tyrol, surrounded by meadows and rocky slopes within the Hohe Tauern National Park. The site features open grassland with views across surrounding peaks and several alpine buildings.
History
This mountain pasture has been used for centuries, with historic structures now protected as monuments. The tradition of summer grazing and herding in this area runs deep in the region's history.
Culture
Local herders maintain traditional alpine farming practices by bringing their cattle to graze on the mountain pastures during summer months.
Practical
Public roads lead to this site from Erlsbach with parking available at the Alpengasthof Oberhaus starting point. The area is accessible on foot with clear marked paths and good directional signage throughout.
Did you know?
A hiking trail connects this site to Jagdhausalm at higher elevation and continues to Klammljoch further up. This path crossing multiple pasture levels offers changing views of the alpine valley below.
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