Hiking with lift assistance
in the Wilder Kaiser region and the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser – Brixental
A little closer to the sky with the mountain railways. In all four villages of the Wilder Kaiser, you’ll find summer mountain railways that take you up to over 1,800 metres. Once at the top, you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the Wilder Kaiser and join the network of trails straight away. Numerous panoramic walks, hut-to-hut hikes and valley walks are just waiting to be discovered.
Tip for families: Right next to the mountain stations are the mountain adventure worlds. Whether it’s the Astberg Pony Alm, Hexenwasser, Ellmi’s Magic World or Kaiserwelt – a trip up the mountain is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
The most beautiful walks
with support from the mountain railway
Spending time in nature, enjoying the views and heading up high with the help of the mountain railway: with the mountain railway’s assistance, hiking in Tyrol becomes a gentle experience. The following hiking trails start at the mountain stations and lead through the alpine pastures, offering particularly stunning views.
Mountain railways in the Wilder Kaiser region
Where skiers carve their turns through the snow in winter, you’ll find wonderful hiking trails, cosy alpine huts and adventure playgrounds for children in summer. A total of 14 mountain railways are in operation in the SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser – Brixental during the summer. There is direct access from all four Kaiser resorts. The Kaiserjet hiking bus connects Ellmau, Going, Scheffau and Söll with the valley stations of the mountain railways and can be used free of charge.
Please note: The Keat Lift in Söll is not in operation during the summer!
Tickets, opening times & further information
Hiking with lift access in the Wilder Kaiser region of Tyrol: Frequently asked questions and answers
When hiking with the help of the lifts, the Sommerbergbahnen take you comfortably up to higher altitudes. This means you can start your hikes from lower altitudes whilst still enjoying impressive views of the Kaiser Mountains and the surrounding mountain scenery.
The summer mountain railways in Ellmau, Going, Scheffau and Söll provide a convenient starting point for numerous hikes. From the mountain stations, there are a variety of routes – ranging from leisurely panoramic walks to more challenging mountain hikes.
Hiking with the aid of a cable car is ideal for families, leisure hikers and anyone who wishes to avoid long ascents. By taking the cable car up, even less experienced hikers can enjoy alpine landscapes and scenic walking routes.
There are various walks to choose from starting from the mountain stations – including panoramic trails, alpine pasture walks and mountain hikes of varying levels of difficulty. This means that both beginners and experienced walkers will find a suitable route.
Yes. The region offers several family-friendly walks that can be easily combined with a trip up the summer mountain railways. This makes the walks more accessible for children and leisurely walkers too.