The Wilder Kaiser and the Kitzbühel Alps offer visitors a wide range of hiking and mountain tours of varying degrees of difficulty. Select your perfect hiking or mountain tour in the region from easy, moderate, difficult or even extreme!
The tour recommendations listed here are based on the current weather conditions.
However, we would like to point out that the weather and therefore the conditions can change quickly and that every tour is undertaken at your own risk.
The Wilder Kaiser and the Kitzbühel Alps offer visitors a wide range of hiking and mountain tours of varying degrees of difficulty. Select your perfect hiking or mountain tour in the region from easy, moderate, difficult or even extreme!
The tour recommendations listed here are based on the current weather conditions.
However, we would like to point out that the weather and therefore the conditions can change quickly and that every tour is undertaken at your own risk.
Picture-book cross-country skiing through the farm village with the mountain very close.
Hiking starting point Going Center (former Tourist informatin Going)
Hiking starting point Going Center (former Tourist informatin Going)
Cross-country skiing
Easy
3,9 km
60 Elevation gain
Short, crisp connection between the Blattlloipe and the Schwendterloipe.
Cross-country skiing
Intermediate
0,5 km
30 Elevation gain
Calling bike fans of all ability levels! The Kaiser circular cycling route is an 80-kilometre bike route through the spectacular scenery of the Kaisergebirge mountain range. An excellent network of well-signposted trails (a mix of asphalt and gravel paths) leads past idyllic nature, breathtaking panoramas and cultural sights. For relaxing moments in between stages, cool lakes and local restaurants invite you to linger and enjoy.
anywhere along the tour
anywhere along the tour
Cycling
Intermediate
6:45 h
85,6 km
700 Elevation gain
Wochenbrunner Alm – Gruttenhühtte
Hiking starting point Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1,085 m)
Gaudeamushütte, Going (1,263 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
1:45 h
2,6 km
530 Elevation gain
A run during which you can enjoy peace and quiet in the great outdoors.
Starting point Scheffau Tourist Information Office (752 m)
Starting point Scheffau Tourist Information Office (752 m)
Jogging
Intermediate
6,1 km
260 Elevation gain
A tour of the main filming locations of the TV series “Der Bergdoktor” (The Mountain Doctor) in Ellmau and Going, with a refreshment stop at the inn used during filming
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking
4:15 h
11,4 km
180 Elevation gain
Varied and challenging loop over the Scheffauer summit.
Kaindlhütte, Scheffau (1,293 m)
Scheffauer (2,111 m)
Hiking
Difficult
8:30 h
13,0 km
1400 Elevation gain
Circuit tour with breathtaking panorama
Astberg Bergstation
Astberg Bergstation
Hiking
Easy
1:20 h
4,1 km
140 Elevation gain
A roundhike with family-picnic in a meadow. Tip: bring a pair of binoculars to see the chamois on the rocks.
Hiking starting point Jägerwirt, Scheffau (883 m)
Hiking starting point Jägerwirt, Scheffau (883 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
2:00 h
5,1 km
350 Elevation gain
The circuit around Going is a lengthy and demanding tour with a great variety of different sections.
Tourist Information Office, Going (766 m)
Tourist Information Office, Going (766 m)
Jogging
Intermediate
1:25 h
11,2 km
280 Elevation gain
Moderate tour to the Schleier Waterfall, a great outdoor experience.
Tourist Info, Going (764 m)
Tourist Info, Going (764 m)
Cycling
Intermediate
6,6 km
410 Elevation gain
Through the winter forest to the wildlife park at the Wochenbrunner Alm.
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking
3:30 h
9,0 km
300 Elevation gain
Hike to the Gruttenhütte with great views to the Ellmauer Halt and the entire region.
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (738 m)
Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
6:30 h
16,4 km
990 Elevation gain
Ideal circuit for beginners to start exercising
Tourist Information Office, Going (766 m)
Tourist Information Office, Going (766 m)
Jogging
Easy
0:20 h
3,1 km
75 Elevation gain
Up for a wild witch’s ride? Day and night: off you go!
Cable car valley station, Söll (725 m)
Cable car valley station, Söll (725 m)
Tobogganing
Intermediate
3,0 km
This stage takes hikers to the small town of Kufstein located on the banks of the Inn river – a town which has been celebrated in song and is steeped in history and character. Walkers make their way through the lush and verdant beauty of a pasture paradise with cosy huts and mountain restaurants before stopping for a rest at the Brentenjochhütte hut (delicious “Kiachl” are served every Saturday). With so many sights to marvel at, don't forget to keep an eye out for the nearly one thousand species of flowering plants native to the Kaiser Mountains.
Hintersteiner See
Kufstein
Hiking
Intermediate
4:00 h
12,5 km
160 Elevation gain
Wonderful winter hike on the sunny side of the valley and easy return to the starting point by bus.
Hiking starting point Tourist Information Office, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Information Office, Scheffau (737 m)
Hiking
2:15 h
6,1 km
40 Elevation gain
Gruttenhütte - Kaiser-Hochalm - Steiner-Hochalm - Jägersteig - Walleralm - Hochegg - Kaindlhütte
Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)
Hintersteiner See, Scheffau (889 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
5:30 h
13,5 km
560 Elevation gain
Short and easy circuit for beginners right next to the village of Söll.
Brunnhof field Söll
Brunnhof field Söll
Cross-country skiing
Easy
0,9 km
Number of rope lengths12
Access time2:00 h
Alpine climbing route
Multi-rope length difficulty levels6+ (6-/A0)
Enjoy winter silence and an imperial panorama in Söll.
parking area Ahornsee, Söll (693 m)
parking area Ahornsee, Söll (693 m)
Cross-country skiing
Intermediate
5,3 km
80 Elevation gain
Cross-country skiing on an isolated plateau, surrounded by forest and winter meadows.
Cross-country skiing
Easy
1,3 km
30 Elevation gain
The viewpoint mountain of the locals, steep and fascinating.
Hiking starting point Alpenschlössl, Söll (762 m)
Hiking starting point Alpenschlössl, Söll (762 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
5:00 h
10,4 km
790 Elevation gain
Experience impressive low and panoramic views in the unique rocky scenery of the legendary "Wild Castle", as this area is known according to legend thanks to its many turrets, peaks, hollows and balconies.
Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1.085 m)
Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1.085 m)
Hiking
Difficult
3:45 h
6,3 km
630 Elevation gain
The Hintere Goinger Halt (2,193 m) is considered to be the easiest summit to reach in the Wilder Kaiser.
Hiking starting point Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1,085 m)
Hiking starting point Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1,085 m)
Hiking
Difficult
6:30 h
8,9 km
1090 Elevation gain
OpenAccess time0:10 h
Via ferrata
Difficulty levelB-C
Via ferrara length100,0 m
Picture-postcard panoramic scenery to Hintersteiner See lake, a natural gem.
Villag Center, Söll (689 m)
Hintersteiner See Lake, Scheffau (889 m)
Cycling
Intermediate
9,4 km
430 Elevation gain
ClosedModerately difficult ascent route along the ski route 80c/d to the Hartkaiser.
Hartkaiserbahn valley station, Ellmau (824 m)
Hartkaiserbahn mountain station, Ellmau (1.524 m)
Ski tour
Intermediate
2:30 h
4,2 km
700 Elevation gain
Explore the sunny foot of the Pölven mountain.
Cross-country skiing
Easy
0,9 km
Short tour with varied paths and views
Hiking starting point Tourismus Info, Scheffau (737 m)
Hiking starting point Tourismus Info, Scheffau (737 m)
Hiking
Easy
2:00 h
5,8 km
230 Elevation gain
The Wilder Kaiser always in view.
Ahornsee car park, Söll (693 m)
Hiking starting point Bocking, Söll (670 m)
Hiking
3:30 h
6,0 km
130 Elevation gain
Off the beaten track up to the Köpfing farmhouse. “Der Bergdoktor” (The Mountain Doctor) is a famous German-Austrian TV series, which is produced in the Wilder Kaiser region.
Bergdoktor parking lot, Söll
Bergdoktor parking lot, Söll
Hiking
Easy
3:00 h
8,4 km
370 Elevation gain
A unique hike to the highest mountain hut in the Wilder Kaiser region featuring a panoramic view.
Hiking starting point Going center (former tourist information Going) (764 m)
Hiking starting point Going center (former tourist information Going) (764 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
5:45 h
14,2 km
860 Elevation gain
Baumgartenköpfl (Bergsteigergrab) – Wilder-Kaiser-Steig – Jubiläumssteig – Gruttenhütte
Brennender Palven (1,572 m)
Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)
Hiking
Difficult
2:30 h
3,3 km
410 Elevation gain
A winter hiking route connects the villages of Söll and Scheffau.
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (737 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Söll (689 m)
Hiking
2:45 h
7,1 km
70 Elevation gain
A mountain with lots of tobogganing options and good refreshment stops.
Astbergbahn Talstation, Going (805 m)
Astbergbahn Talstation, Going (805 m)
Tobogganing
Intermediate
3,0 km
Gaudeamushütte – Gamswegl – path 825 – Gruttenhütte
Gaudeamushütte, Going (1,263 m)
Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
1:45 h
3,2 km
480 Elevation gain
Number of rope lengths3
Access time2:00 h
Alpine climbing route
Multi-rope length difficulty levels6+
Extended walk through the landscape of Scheffau and Söll
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (738 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (738 m)
Hiking
3:30 h
8,8 km
210 Elevation gain
Leisurely path of reflection to the St. Anna chapel at Lengau
Parkplatz Liftstation Itter (655 m)
Lengauer Kapelle
Hiking
Easy
1:15 h
3,2 km
270 Elevation gain
The Wilder Kaiser and the Kitzbühel Alps offer visitors a wide range of hiking and mountain tours of varying degrees of difficulty. Select your perfect hiking or mountain tour in the region from easy, moderate, difficult or even extreme!
The tour recommendations listed here are based on the current weather conditions.
However, we would like to point out that the weather and therefore the conditions can change quickly and that every tour is undertaken at your own risk.
Picture-book cross-country skiing through the farm village with the mountain very close.
Hiking starting point Going Center (former Tourist informatin Going)
Hiking starting point Going Center (former Tourist informatin Going)
Cross-country skiing
Easy
3,9 km
60 Elevation gain
Short, crisp connection between the Blattlloipe and the Schwendterloipe.
Cross-country skiing
Intermediate
0,5 km
30 Elevation gain
Calling bike fans of all ability levels! The Kaiser circular cycling route is an 80-kilometre bike route through the spectacular scenery of the Kaisergebirge mountain range. An excellent network of well-signposted trails (a mix of asphalt and gravel paths) leads past idyllic nature, breathtaking panoramas and cultural sights. For relaxing moments in between stages, cool lakes and local restaurants invite you to linger and enjoy.
anywhere along the tour
anywhere along the tour
Cycling
Intermediate
6:45 h
85,6 km
700 Elevation gain
Wochenbrunner Alm – Gruttenhühtte
Hiking starting point Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1,085 m)
Gaudeamushütte, Going (1,263 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
1:45 h
2,6 km
530 Elevation gain
A run during which you can enjoy peace and quiet in the great outdoors.
Starting point Scheffau Tourist Information Office (752 m)
Starting point Scheffau Tourist Information Office (752 m)
Jogging
Intermediate
6,1 km
260 Elevation gain
A tour of the main filming locations of the TV series “Der Bergdoktor” (The Mountain Doctor) in Ellmau and Going, with a refreshment stop at the inn used during filming
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking
4:15 h
11,4 km
180 Elevation gain
Varied and challenging loop over the Scheffauer summit.
Kaindlhütte, Scheffau (1,293 m)
Scheffauer (2,111 m)
Hiking
Difficult
8:30 h
13,0 km
1400 Elevation gain
Circuit tour with breathtaking panorama
Astberg Bergstation
Astberg Bergstation
Hiking
Easy
1:20 h
4,1 km
140 Elevation gain
A roundhike with family-picnic in a meadow. Tip: bring a pair of binoculars to see the chamois on the rocks.
Hiking starting point Jägerwirt, Scheffau (883 m)
Hiking starting point Jägerwirt, Scheffau (883 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
2:00 h
5,1 km
350 Elevation gain
The circuit around Going is a lengthy and demanding tour with a great variety of different sections.
Tourist Information Office, Going (766 m)
Tourist Information Office, Going (766 m)
Jogging
Intermediate
1:25 h
11,2 km
280 Elevation gain
Moderate tour to the Schleier Waterfall, a great outdoor experience.
Tourist Info, Going (764 m)
Tourist Info, Going (764 m)
Cycling
Intermediate
6,6 km
410 Elevation gain
Through the winter forest to the wildlife park at the Wochenbrunner Alm.
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking
3:30 h
9,0 km
300 Elevation gain
Hike to the Gruttenhütte with great views to the Ellmauer Halt and the entire region.
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (738 m)
Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
6:30 h
16,4 km
990 Elevation gain
Ideal circuit for beginners to start exercising
Tourist Information Office, Going (766 m)
Tourist Information Office, Going (766 m)
Jogging
Easy
0:20 h
3,1 km
75 Elevation gain
Up for a wild witch’s ride? Day and night: off you go!
Cable car valley station, Söll (725 m)
Cable car valley station, Söll (725 m)
Tobogganing
Intermediate
3,0 km
This stage takes hikers to the small town of Kufstein located on the banks of the Inn river – a town which has been celebrated in song and is steeped in history and character. Walkers make their way through the lush and verdant beauty of a pasture paradise with cosy huts and mountain restaurants before stopping for a rest at the Brentenjochhütte hut (delicious “Kiachl” are served every Saturday). With so many sights to marvel at, don't forget to keep an eye out for the nearly one thousand species of flowering plants native to the Kaiser Mountains.
Hintersteiner See
Kufstein
Hiking
Intermediate
4:00 h
12,5 km
160 Elevation gain
Wonderful winter hike on the sunny side of the valley and easy return to the starting point by bus.
Hiking starting point Tourist Information Office, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Information Office, Scheffau (737 m)
Hiking
2:15 h
6,1 km
40 Elevation gain
Gruttenhütte - Kaiser-Hochalm - Steiner-Hochalm - Jägersteig - Walleralm - Hochegg - Kaindlhütte
Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)
Hintersteiner See, Scheffau (889 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
5:30 h
13,5 km
560 Elevation gain
Short and easy circuit for beginners right next to the village of Söll.
Brunnhof field Söll
Brunnhof field Söll
Cross-country skiing
Easy
0,9 km
Number of rope lengths12
Access time2:00 h
Alpine climbing route
Multi-rope length difficulty levels6+ (6-/A0)
Enjoy winter silence and an imperial panorama in Söll.
parking area Ahornsee, Söll (693 m)
parking area Ahornsee, Söll (693 m)
Cross-country skiing
Intermediate
5,3 km
80 Elevation gain
Cross-country skiing on an isolated plateau, surrounded by forest and winter meadows.
Cross-country skiing
Easy
1,3 km
30 Elevation gain
The viewpoint mountain of the locals, steep and fascinating.
Hiking starting point Alpenschlössl, Söll (762 m)
Hiking starting point Alpenschlössl, Söll (762 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
5:00 h
10,4 km
790 Elevation gain
Experience impressive low and panoramic views in the unique rocky scenery of the legendary "Wild Castle", as this area is known according to legend thanks to its many turrets, peaks, hollows and balconies.
Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1.085 m)
Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1.085 m)
Hiking
Difficult
3:45 h
6,3 km
630 Elevation gain
The Hintere Goinger Halt (2,193 m) is considered to be the easiest summit to reach in the Wilder Kaiser.
Hiking starting point Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1,085 m)
Hiking starting point Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1,085 m)
Hiking
Difficult
6:30 h
8,9 km
1090 Elevation gain
OpenAccess time0:10 h
Via ferrata
Difficulty levelB-C
Via ferrara length100,0 m
Picture-postcard panoramic scenery to Hintersteiner See lake, a natural gem.
Villag Center, Söll (689 m)
Hintersteiner See Lake, Scheffau (889 m)
Cycling
Intermediate
9,4 km
430 Elevation gain
ClosedModerately difficult ascent route along the ski route 80c/d to the Hartkaiser.
Hartkaiserbahn valley station, Ellmau (824 m)
Hartkaiserbahn mountain station, Ellmau (1.524 m)
Ski tour
Intermediate
2:30 h
4,2 km
700 Elevation gain
Explore the sunny foot of the Pölven mountain.
Cross-country skiing
Easy
0,9 km
Short tour with varied paths and views
Hiking starting point Tourismus Info, Scheffau (737 m)
Hiking starting point Tourismus Info, Scheffau (737 m)
Hiking
Easy
2:00 h
5,8 km
230 Elevation gain
The Wilder Kaiser always in view.
Ahornsee car park, Söll (693 m)
Hiking starting point Bocking, Söll (670 m)
Hiking
3:30 h
6,0 km
130 Elevation gain
Off the beaten track up to the Köpfing farmhouse. “Der Bergdoktor” (The Mountain Doctor) is a famous German-Austrian TV series, which is produced in the Wilder Kaiser region.
Bergdoktor parking lot, Söll
Bergdoktor parking lot, Söll
Hiking
Easy
3:00 h
8,4 km
370 Elevation gain
A unique hike to the highest mountain hut in the Wilder Kaiser region featuring a panoramic view.
Hiking starting point Going center (former tourist information Going) (764 m)
Hiking starting point Going center (former tourist information Going) (764 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
5:45 h
14,2 km
860 Elevation gain
Baumgartenköpfl (Bergsteigergrab) – Wilder-Kaiser-Steig – Jubiläumssteig – Gruttenhütte
Brennender Palven (1,572 m)
Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)
Hiking
Difficult
2:30 h
3,3 km
410 Elevation gain
A winter hiking route connects the villages of Söll and Scheffau.
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (737 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Söll (689 m)
Hiking
2:45 h
7,1 km
70 Elevation gain
A mountain with lots of tobogganing options and good refreshment stops.
Astbergbahn Talstation, Going (805 m)
Astbergbahn Talstation, Going (805 m)
Tobogganing
Intermediate
3,0 km
Gaudeamushütte – Gamswegl – path 825 – Gruttenhütte
Gaudeamushütte, Going (1,263 m)
Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
1:45 h
3,2 km
480 Elevation gain
Number of rope lengths3
Access time2:00 h
Alpine climbing route
Multi-rope length difficulty levels6+
Extended walk through the landscape of Scheffau and Söll
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (738 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (738 m)
Hiking
3:30 h
8,8 km
210 Elevation gain
Leisurely path of reflection to the St. Anna chapel at Lengau
Parkplatz Liftstation Itter (655 m)
Lengauer Kapelle
Hiking
Easy
1:15 h
3,2 km
270 Elevation gain
Picture-book cross-country skiing through the farm village with the mountain very close.
Hiking starting point Going Center (former Tourist informatin Going)
Hiking starting point Going Center (former Tourist informatin Going)
Cross-country skiing
Easy
3,9 km
60 Elevation gain
Short, crisp connection between the Blattlloipe and the Schwendterloipe.
Cross-country skiing
Intermediate
0,5 km
30 Elevation gain
Calling bike fans of all ability levels! The Kaiser circular cycling route is an 80-kilometre bike route through the spectacular scenery of the Kaisergebirge mountain range. An excellent network of well-signposted trails (a mix of asphalt and gravel paths) leads past idyllic nature, breathtaking panoramas and cultural sights. For relaxing moments in between stages, cool lakes and local restaurants invite you to linger and enjoy.
anywhere along the tour
anywhere along the tour
Cycling
Intermediate
6:45 h
85,6 km
700 Elevation gain
Wochenbrunner Alm – Gruttenhühtte
Hiking starting point Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1,085 m)
Gaudeamushütte, Going (1,263 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
1:45 h
2,6 km
530 Elevation gain
A run during which you can enjoy peace and quiet in the great outdoors.
Starting point Scheffau Tourist Information Office (752 m)
Starting point Scheffau Tourist Information Office (752 m)
Jogging
Intermediate
6,1 km
260 Elevation gain
A tour of the main filming locations of the TV series “Der Bergdoktor” (The Mountain Doctor) in Ellmau and Going, with a refreshment stop at the inn used during filming
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking
4:15 h
11,4 km
180 Elevation gain
Varied and challenging loop over the Scheffauer summit.
Kaindlhütte, Scheffau (1,293 m)
Scheffauer (2,111 m)
Hiking
Difficult
8:30 h
13,0 km
1400 Elevation gain
Circuit tour with breathtaking panorama
Astberg Bergstation
Astberg Bergstation
Hiking
Easy
1:20 h
4,1 km
140 Elevation gain
A roundhike with family-picnic in a meadow. Tip: bring a pair of binoculars to see the chamois on the rocks.
Hiking starting point Jägerwirt, Scheffau (883 m)
Hiking starting point Jägerwirt, Scheffau (883 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
2:00 h
5,1 km
350 Elevation gain
The circuit around Going is a lengthy and demanding tour with a great variety of different sections.
Tourist Information Office, Going (766 m)
Tourist Information Office, Going (766 m)
Jogging
Intermediate
1:25 h
11,2 km
280 Elevation gain
Moderate tour to the Schleier Waterfall, a great outdoor experience.
Tourist Info, Going (764 m)
Tourist Info, Going (764 m)
Cycling
Intermediate
6,6 km
410 Elevation gain
Through the winter forest to the wildlife park at the Wochenbrunner Alm.
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking
3:30 h
9,0 km
300 Elevation gain
Hike to the Gruttenhütte with great views to the Ellmauer Halt and the entire region.
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (738 m)
Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
6:30 h
16,4 km
990 Elevation gain
Ideal circuit for beginners to start exercising
Tourist Information Office, Going (766 m)
Tourist Information Office, Going (766 m)
Jogging
Easy
0:20 h
3,1 km
75 Elevation gain
Up for a wild witch’s ride? Day and night: off you go!
Cable car valley station, Söll (725 m)
Cable car valley station, Söll (725 m)
Tobogganing
Intermediate
3,0 km
This stage takes hikers to the small town of Kufstein located on the banks of the Inn river – a town which has been celebrated in song and is steeped in history and character. Walkers make their way through the lush and verdant beauty of a pasture paradise with cosy huts and mountain restaurants before stopping for a rest at the Brentenjochhütte hut (delicious “Kiachl” are served every Saturday). With so many sights to marvel at, don't forget to keep an eye out for the nearly one thousand species of flowering plants native to the Kaiser Mountains.
Hintersteiner See
Kufstein
Hiking
Intermediate
4:00 h
12,5 km
160 Elevation gain
Wonderful winter hike on the sunny side of the valley and easy return to the starting point by bus.
Hiking starting point Tourist Information Office, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Information Office, Scheffau (737 m)
Hiking
2:15 h
6,1 km
40 Elevation gain
Gruttenhütte - Kaiser-Hochalm - Steiner-Hochalm - Jägersteig - Walleralm - Hochegg - Kaindlhütte
Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)
Hintersteiner See, Scheffau (889 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
5:30 h
13,5 km
560 Elevation gain
Short and easy circuit for beginners right next to the village of Söll.
Brunnhof field Söll
Brunnhof field Söll
Cross-country skiing
Easy
0,9 km
Number of rope lengths12
Access time2:00 h
Alpine climbing route
Multi-rope length difficulty levels6+ (6-/A0)
Enjoy winter silence and an imperial panorama in Söll.
parking area Ahornsee, Söll (693 m)
parking area Ahornsee, Söll (693 m)
Cross-country skiing
Intermediate
5,3 km
80 Elevation gain
Cross-country skiing on an isolated plateau, surrounded by forest and winter meadows.
Cross-country skiing
Easy
1,3 km
30 Elevation gain
The viewpoint mountain of the locals, steep and fascinating.
Hiking starting point Alpenschlössl, Söll (762 m)
Hiking starting point Alpenschlössl, Söll (762 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
5:00 h
10,4 km
790 Elevation gain
Experience impressive low and panoramic views in the unique rocky scenery of the legendary "Wild Castle", as this area is known according to legend thanks to its many turrets, peaks, hollows and balconies.
Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1.085 m)
Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1.085 m)
Hiking
Difficult
3:45 h
6,3 km
630 Elevation gain
The Hintere Goinger Halt (2,193 m) is considered to be the easiest summit to reach in the Wilder Kaiser.
Hiking starting point Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1,085 m)
Hiking starting point Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1,085 m)
Hiking
Difficult
6:30 h
8,9 km
1090 Elevation gain
OpenAccess time0:10 h
Via ferrata
Difficulty levelB-C
Via ferrara length100,0 m
Picture-postcard panoramic scenery to Hintersteiner See lake, a natural gem.
Villag Center, Söll (689 m)
Hintersteiner See Lake, Scheffau (889 m)
Cycling
Intermediate
9,4 km
430 Elevation gain
ClosedModerately difficult ascent route along the ski route 80c/d to the Hartkaiser.
Hartkaiserbahn valley station, Ellmau (824 m)
Hartkaiserbahn mountain station, Ellmau (1.524 m)
Ski tour
Intermediate
2:30 h
4,2 km
700 Elevation gain
Explore the sunny foot of the Pölven mountain.
Cross-country skiing
Easy
0,9 km
Short tour with varied paths and views
Hiking starting point Tourismus Info, Scheffau (737 m)
Hiking starting point Tourismus Info, Scheffau (737 m)
Hiking
Easy
2:00 h
5,8 km
230 Elevation gain
The Wilder Kaiser always in view.
Ahornsee car park, Söll (693 m)
Hiking starting point Bocking, Söll (670 m)
Hiking
3:30 h
6,0 km
130 Elevation gain
Off the beaten track up to the Köpfing farmhouse. “Der Bergdoktor” (The Mountain Doctor) is a famous German-Austrian TV series, which is produced in the Wilder Kaiser region.
Bergdoktor parking lot, Söll
Bergdoktor parking lot, Söll
Hiking
Easy
3:00 h
8,4 km
370 Elevation gain
A unique hike to the highest mountain hut in the Wilder Kaiser region featuring a panoramic view.
Hiking starting point Going center (former tourist information Going) (764 m)
Hiking starting point Going center (former tourist information Going) (764 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
5:45 h
14,2 km
860 Elevation gain
Baumgartenköpfl (Bergsteigergrab) – Wilder-Kaiser-Steig – Jubiläumssteig – Gruttenhütte
Brennender Palven (1,572 m)
Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)
Hiking
Difficult
2:30 h
3,3 km
410 Elevation gain
A winter hiking route connects the villages of Söll and Scheffau.
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (737 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Söll (689 m)
Hiking
2:45 h
7,1 km
70 Elevation gain
A mountain with lots of tobogganing options and good refreshment stops.
Astbergbahn Talstation, Going (805 m)
Astbergbahn Talstation, Going (805 m)
Tobogganing
Intermediate
3,0 km
Gaudeamushütte – Gamswegl – path 825 – Gruttenhütte
Gaudeamushütte, Going (1,263 m)
Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
1:45 h
3,2 km
480 Elevation gain
Number of rope lengths3
Access time2:00 h
Alpine climbing route
Multi-rope length difficulty levels6+
Extended walk through the landscape of Scheffau and Söll
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (738 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (738 m)
Hiking
3:30 h
8,8 km
210 Elevation gain
Leisurely path of reflection to the St. Anna chapel at Lengau
Parkplatz Liftstation Itter (655 m)
Lengauer Kapelle
Hiking
Easy
1:15 h
3,2 km
270 Elevation gain
Picture-book cross-country skiing through the farm village with the mountain very close.
Hiking starting point Going Center (former Tourist informatin Going)
Hiking starting point Going Center (former Tourist informatin Going)
Cross-country skiing
Easy
3,9 km
60 Elevation gain
Short, crisp connection between the Blattlloipe and the Schwendterloipe.
Cross-country skiing
Intermediate
0,5 km
30 Elevation gain
Calling bike fans of all ability levels! The Kaiser circular cycling route is an 80-kilometre bike route through the spectacular scenery of the Kaisergebirge mountain range. An excellent network of well-signposted trails (a mix of asphalt and gravel paths) leads past idyllic nature, breathtaking panoramas and cultural sights. For relaxing moments in between stages, cool lakes and local restaurants invite you to linger and enjoy.
anywhere along the tour
anywhere along the tour
Cycling
Intermediate
6:45 h
85,6 km
700 Elevation gain
Wochenbrunner Alm – Gruttenhühtte
Hiking starting point Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1,085 m)
Gaudeamushütte, Going (1,263 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
1:45 h
2,6 km
530 Elevation gain
A run during which you can enjoy peace and quiet in the great outdoors.
Starting point Scheffau Tourist Information Office (752 m)
Starting point Scheffau Tourist Information Office (752 m)
Jogging
Intermediate
6,1 km
260 Elevation gain
A tour of the main filming locations of the TV series “Der Bergdoktor” (The Mountain Doctor) in Ellmau and Going, with a refreshment stop at the inn used during filming
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking
4:15 h
11,4 km
180 Elevation gain
Varied and challenging loop over the Scheffauer summit.
Kaindlhütte, Scheffau (1,293 m)
Scheffauer (2,111 m)
Hiking
Difficult
8:30 h
13,0 km
1400 Elevation gain
Circuit tour with breathtaking panorama
Astberg Bergstation
Astberg Bergstation
Hiking
Easy
1:20 h
4,1 km
140 Elevation gain
A roundhike with family-picnic in a meadow. Tip: bring a pair of binoculars to see the chamois on the rocks.
Hiking starting point Jägerwirt, Scheffau (883 m)
Hiking starting point Jägerwirt, Scheffau (883 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
2:00 h
5,1 km
350 Elevation gain
The circuit around Going is a lengthy and demanding tour with a great variety of different sections.
Tourist Information Office, Going (766 m)
Tourist Information Office, Going (766 m)
Jogging
Intermediate
1:25 h
11,2 km
280 Elevation gain
Moderate tour to the Schleier Waterfall, a great outdoor experience.
Tourist Info, Going (764 m)
Tourist Info, Going (764 m)
Cycling
Intermediate
6,6 km
410 Elevation gain
Through the winter forest to the wildlife park at the Wochenbrunner Alm.
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking
3:30 h
9,0 km
300 Elevation gain
Hike to the Gruttenhütte with great views to the Ellmauer Halt and the entire region.
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (738 m)
Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
6:30 h
16,4 km
990 Elevation gain
Ideal circuit for beginners to start exercising
Tourist Information Office, Going (766 m)
Tourist Information Office, Going (766 m)
Jogging
Easy
0:20 h
3,1 km
75 Elevation gain
Up for a wild witch’s ride? Day and night: off you go!
Cable car valley station, Söll (725 m)
Cable car valley station, Söll (725 m)
Tobogganing
Intermediate
3,0 km
This stage takes hikers to the small town of Kufstein located on the banks of the Inn river – a town which has been celebrated in song and is steeped in history and character. Walkers make their way through the lush and verdant beauty of a pasture paradise with cosy huts and mountain restaurants before stopping for a rest at the Brentenjochhütte hut (delicious “Kiachl” are served every Saturday). With so many sights to marvel at, don't forget to keep an eye out for the nearly one thousand species of flowering plants native to the Kaiser Mountains.
Hintersteiner See
Kufstein
Hiking
Intermediate
4:00 h
12,5 km
160 Elevation gain
Wonderful winter hike on the sunny side of the valley and easy return to the starting point by bus.
Hiking starting point Tourist Information Office, Ellmau (800 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Information Office, Scheffau (737 m)
Hiking
2:15 h
6,1 km
40 Elevation gain
Gruttenhütte - Kaiser-Hochalm - Steiner-Hochalm - Jägersteig - Walleralm - Hochegg - Kaindlhütte
Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)
Hintersteiner See, Scheffau (889 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
5:30 h
13,5 km
560 Elevation gain
Short and easy circuit for beginners right next to the village of Söll.
Brunnhof field Söll
Brunnhof field Söll
Cross-country skiing
Easy
0,9 km
Number of rope lengths12
Access time2:00 h
Alpine climbing route
Multi-rope length difficulty levels6+ (6-/A0)
Enjoy winter silence and an imperial panorama in Söll.
parking area Ahornsee, Söll (693 m)
parking area Ahornsee, Söll (693 m)
Cross-country skiing
Intermediate
5,3 km
80 Elevation gain
Cross-country skiing on an isolated plateau, surrounded by forest and winter meadows.
Cross-country skiing
Easy
1,3 km
30 Elevation gain
The viewpoint mountain of the locals, steep and fascinating.
Hiking starting point Alpenschlössl, Söll (762 m)
Hiking starting point Alpenschlössl, Söll (762 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
5:00 h
10,4 km
790 Elevation gain
Experience impressive low and panoramic views in the unique rocky scenery of the legendary "Wild Castle", as this area is known according to legend thanks to its many turrets, peaks, hollows and balconies.
Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1.085 m)
Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1.085 m)
Hiking
Difficult
3:45 h
6,3 km
630 Elevation gain
The Hintere Goinger Halt (2,193 m) is considered to be the easiest summit to reach in the Wilder Kaiser.
Hiking starting point Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1,085 m)
Hiking starting point Wochenbrunner Alm, Ellmau (1,085 m)
Hiking
Difficult
6:30 h
8,9 km
1090 Elevation gain
OpenAccess time0:10 h
Via ferrata
Difficulty levelB-C
Via ferrara length100,0 m
Picture-postcard panoramic scenery to Hintersteiner See lake, a natural gem.
Villag Center, Söll (689 m)
Hintersteiner See Lake, Scheffau (889 m)
Cycling
Intermediate
9,4 km
430 Elevation gain
ClosedModerately difficult ascent route along the ski route 80c/d to the Hartkaiser.
Hartkaiserbahn valley station, Ellmau (824 m)
Hartkaiserbahn mountain station, Ellmau (1.524 m)
Ski tour
Intermediate
2:30 h
4,2 km
700 Elevation gain
Explore the sunny foot of the Pölven mountain.
Cross-country skiing
Easy
0,9 km
Short tour with varied paths and views
Hiking starting point Tourismus Info, Scheffau (737 m)
Hiking starting point Tourismus Info, Scheffau (737 m)
Hiking
Easy
2:00 h
5,8 km
230 Elevation gain
The Wilder Kaiser always in view.
Ahornsee car park, Söll (693 m)
Hiking starting point Bocking, Söll (670 m)
Hiking
3:30 h
6,0 km
130 Elevation gain
Off the beaten track up to the Köpfing farmhouse. “Der Bergdoktor” (The Mountain Doctor) is a famous German-Austrian TV series, which is produced in the Wilder Kaiser region.
Bergdoktor parking lot, Söll
Bergdoktor parking lot, Söll
Hiking
Easy
3:00 h
8,4 km
370 Elevation gain
A unique hike to the highest mountain hut in the Wilder Kaiser region featuring a panoramic view.
Hiking starting point Going center (former tourist information Going) (764 m)
Hiking starting point Going center (former tourist information Going) (764 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
5:45 h
14,2 km
860 Elevation gain
Baumgartenköpfl (Bergsteigergrab) – Wilder-Kaiser-Steig – Jubiläumssteig – Gruttenhütte
Brennender Palven (1,572 m)
Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)
Hiking
Difficult
2:30 h
3,3 km
410 Elevation gain
A winter hiking route connects the villages of Söll and Scheffau.
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (737 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Söll (689 m)
Hiking
2:45 h
7,1 km
70 Elevation gain
A mountain with lots of tobogganing options and good refreshment stops.
Astbergbahn Talstation, Going (805 m)
Astbergbahn Talstation, Going (805 m)
Tobogganing
Intermediate
3,0 km
Gaudeamushütte – Gamswegl – path 825 – Gruttenhütte
Gaudeamushütte, Going (1,263 m)
Gruttenhütte, Ellmau (1,620 m)
Hiking
Intermediate
1:45 h
3,2 km
480 Elevation gain
Number of rope lengths3
Access time2:00 h
Alpine climbing route
Multi-rope length difficulty levels6+
Extended walk through the landscape of Scheffau and Söll
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (738 m)
Hiking starting point Tourist Info, Scheffau (738 m)
Hiking
3:30 h
8,8 km
210 Elevation gain
Leisurely path of reflection to the St. Anna chapel at Lengau
Parkplatz Liftstation Itter (655 m)
Lengauer Kapelle
Hiking
Easy
1:15 h
3,2 km
270 Elevation gain
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