Malta Valley

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Malta Valley Description

(Local Name: Maltatal) The Maltatal (Malta valley), which runs northwestwards from Gmünd, is one of the most beautiful valleys in Austria, with a number of waterfalls on the Malta and its tributary streams. The village of Malta has a 14th-15th C. church and a museum displaying rural furniture and local crafts. The public road ends at Falleralm, some 14km/9mi from Gmünd; from there the 18km/11mi Malta- Hochalm-Strasse (tolls payable) and footpaths continue up the valley by way of the Gmünder Hütte (1,185m/3,888ft) to the new artificial lakes in the Ankogel group (see especially the Kölnbrein reservoir, one of the biggest dams in Austria). The Malta Valley Nature Reserve contains a rich selection of mountain animal

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Hobbies & Activities category: Crafts center or marketplace; Waterfall, cascades; Furniture display; Hiking opportunity; Lake; Natural area; Region with significant interests; Christian sites; Scenic site or route; Science, technology attraction or museum

Address

Malta Tourist Office
A-9854 Malta
Austria