Mountain sports in the Wilder Kaiser

Mountaineering – Climbing – Via ferrata – Mountain biking – Trail running – Canyoning/rafting

The Wilder Kaiser region offers perfect conditions not only for famous professional climbers but also for amateur and recreational sports enthusiasts. Whether on the rock face or in the water, on foot or by bike – in the mountains, valleys, gorges and cliffs around the villages of Ellmau, Going, Scheffau and Söll, you can get up close to nature and its elements and experience them first-hand.

Are you ready for your mountain sports holiday in Tyrol? Here you’ll find all the information you need about the wide range of activities in the Kaiser Mountains.

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Climbing

A climber in a yellow jacket navigates a steep rock face in the Wilder Kaiser region, with jagged mountain peaks visible in the background.

The Kaiser Mountains, with their numerous peaks and diverse rock formations – including towers, chimneys, ridges and smooth, steep rock faces – offer countless opportunities to experience the thrill of rock climbing at first hand. Whether it’s your first attempts at climbing, sport climbing or alpine climbing – the Wilder Kaiser has something for everyone.

Zwei Läufer auf einem Bergweg, umgeben von grünen Wiesen und Bergen im Hintergrund. Der Himmel ist bewölkt und es liegt Nebel in den Tälern.

Experience the unique landscape of the Wilder Kaiser as you run along forest paths over hill and dale. But it’s not just the Wilder Kaiser that offers trail runners the perfect terrain – the Kitzbühel Alps opposite are also home to a wide variety of trails.

Zwei Wanderer spazieren auf einer grünen Wiese vor einem imposanten Bergmassiv in den Alpen. Der Himmel ist bewölkt, mit blauen Flecken sichtbar.

Themed walking trails and 3-day hut-to-hut hikes, summit hikes, family hikes to the Hexenwasser, Ellmi’s Magic World and Scheffau’s Kaiserwelt mountain adventure parks, guided moorland walks and many other guided hikes.

Two people cycling on a green meadow with the Wilder Kaiser mountains in the background, framed by yellow flowers under a clear blue sky.

Experience the impressive mountain world of the Wilder Kaiser on two wheels. Here you will find all the mountain bike routes on the Wilder Kaiser.

A paraglider is seen gliding over the Wilder Kaiser mountains, with clear skies and rugged peaks in the background, showcasing the beauty of Tyrol.

Being right at one’s fingertips with nature, feeling the wind on one’s face, gliding through the air alongside the birds at eye level and taking in the mountain panorama from a bird’s-eye view: that’s paragliding on the Wilder Kaiser.

Zwei Personen seilen sich an einem Wasserfall in einer felsigen, bewaldeten Schlucht ab. Die Szene ist dynamisch und von dichtem Grün umgeben.

Adventure and action await you with canyoning and rafting in the Wilder Kaiser. Spend a day exploring spectacular gorges.

Climbers’ Paradise | Climbing and bouldering in Tyrol

As a member of Climbers Paradise, we are constantly striving to offer our guests the highest standards in our climbing facilities. Ongoing improvements to the climbing areas, together with the clear presentation of all relevant information, form the basis for your unforgettable climbing experience in the Wilder Kaiser.

For mountaineers

Shared mountain adventures with like-minded people, unforgettable moments in the great outdoors and trying out new sports: The state-certified mountain guides look forward to introducing you to the various sports on offer in the Wilder Kaiser through a varied weekly programme and teaching you everything you need to know about safety and technique. Customised tours and experiences can also be booked at any time directly with the guides.

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Ein traditionelles Tiroler Holzhaus mit üppigen Blumenbalkonen vor einem grünen Hügel und einem majestätischen Bergmassiv im Hintergrund.

Accommodation in the Wilder Kaiser region

From cosy inns and family-friendly hotels to comfortable holiday flats – the accommodation options in the Wilder Kaiser region offer the perfect home away from home for every type of holidaymaker, set amidst the Tyrolean mountains.

Find your accommodation in the Wilder Kaiser region