Hiking in the Wilder Kaiser Region

Hiking trails, hiking tips and mountain tours in the Kaiser Mountains

The striking rock formations of the Kaiser Mountains are the defining landmark of the Wilder Kaiser region in Tyrol. Hiking and mountain trails lead through forested slopes, across alpine meadows, and up through scree fields dotted with mountain pines – all the way to the base of towering rock faces and dramatic peaks.

Across the valley, the gently rolling grassy mountains of the Northern Kitzbühel Alps offer a more relaxed hiking experience. With the help of cable cars and panoramic trails, they’re easily accessible and reward walkers with spectacular views of the Wilder Kaiser’s rugged crown.
Explore the Wilder Kaiser region in Tyrol, Austria, and discover a fascinating and varied landscape on an extensive network of hiking and mountain trails.

Hiking trails & mountain tours

according to level of difficulty and multi-day hikes

Whether difficult, medium or easy: all hiking enthusiasts will find the right route in the Wilder Kaiser region. There are also numerous family-friendly hiking tours, hikes with lift support and long-distance hiking trails.

Family hiking on a sunny day at Wilder Kaiser, with majestic mountains and lush green landscape in the background, framed by tall pine trees.

Easy hikes

Two hikers walk through a sunny green meadow, framed by the towering rocky peaks of the Wilder Kaiser mountains under a clear blue sky in the background.

Moderately difficult hikes

Two hikers stand on a rocky mountain peak at sunrise, overlooking rugged peaks and a distant lake, with a warm orange glow on the horizon.

Difficult mountain tours

A group of hikers walks through a grassy field with the Wilder Kaiser mountains in the background, under a blue sky with scattered clouds.

Hiking with children

Zwei rote Seilbahngondeln schweben über eine grüne Berglandschaft mit blauen Himmel und Berghorizont im Hintergrund, gesäumt von gelben Wildblumen im Vordergrund.

Hiking with lift support

Zwei Wanderer auf einem blühenden Bergpfad, Sonnenstrahlen brechen durch die Wolken, im Hintergrund ragt ein imposantes Bergmassiv in den Himmel.

3-day hut tour

Two hikers walk through a grassy trail surrounded by trees with the imposing Wilder Kaiser mountains in the background under a clear blue sky.

The Kaiserkrone - multi-day hike

Mountain hut below the steep, rocky peaks of the Wilder Kaiser in summer, amidst vibrant green hills under a clear blue sky.

The Adler Trail

Two hikers walking through a forested path near a clear blue lake, surrounded by lush greenery and partially sunlit trees, capturing the essence of nature.

Way of St. James

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Did you know that...

...the Wilder Kaiser region has received several awards for its hiking trail network?

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wilder-kaiser-sportler-gipfeltour-treffauer2021-mathaeusgartner-19 — The Scheffauer is a mountain in the Kaisergebirge of the Northern Limestone Alps, standing at 2111 meters above sea level. It forms the western cornerstone of the Wilder Kaiser and is considered one of the most beautiful peaks in the Kaisergebirge.

Guided hiking and mountain experiences

A snowy winter landscape with tall fir trees. A winding path leads through the quiet, white scenery.

Hiking, Yoga and Cocoa Ritual

Fri, 02/27 - 11:00 o'clock - 3 hours

Ellmau - Kaiserbad, Ellmau

Still 12 Available

from €49.00

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A person stands on a snow-covered road and looks at the mountains. Surrounded by snowy trees, the scene is calm and wintry.

Delightful moments - A culinary hike

Tue, 03/03 - 09:00 o'clock - 4 hours

Going / Ellmau, Going am Wilden Kaiser

Still 12 Available

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A wooden bench stands next to a wooden cross, surrounded by bare trees. The sky is slightly overcast.

MARCH plus
Bike & Hike Juffinger Jöchl

Wed, 03/04 - 13:00 o'clock - 3 hours

Sporthaus edinger, lift bottom station, Söll

Still 15 Available

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A skier stands in the snow and poses with a ski pole. In the background, snow-covered mountains and a blue sky can be seen.

Snowshoe Hike at the Hartkaiser

Thu, 03/05 - 10:00 o'clock - 2 hours

Ellmau - Intersport Winkler Hartkaiserbahn, Ellmau

Still 10 Available

from €43.00

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Tips and information

for your perfect hiking holiday

Hiking in Austria is an unforgettable experience. To ensure that everything runs smoothly on your hiking holiday, we have compiled all the important tips and information for your perfect mountain adventure on the Wilder Kaiser here.

Zwei Personen genießen Fondue in einer gemütlichen Alpenhütte. Auf dem Tisch stehen Brot, Salat und Dips. Eine warme, einladende Atmosphäre herrscht vor.

Huts & Mountain Restaurants

Wegweiser vor einer beeindruckenden Bergkulisse mit steilen Felsen und grünen Wiesen im Vordergrund. Klare, helle Atmosphäre bei schönem Wetter.

Currently closed tours & detours

Zwei Personen mit Wanderausrüstung gehen vor einem Wanderbus in einer bergigen Landschaft. Der Himmel ist blau, und es sind große grüne Bäume im Hintergrund.

Local Transport in the Wilder Kaiser region

View of the Wilder Kaiser mountains partially covered in clouds with green hills and a farmhouse in the foreground in Tirol.

Nature at the Wilder Kaiser

The summer mountain lifts on the Wilder Kaiser

Söll Cable Cars

Familie sitzt in einem Sessellift vor einem markanten Bergmassiv, umgeben von grünen Wiesen und einem klaren blauen Himmel, im Alpengebiet Österreichs.

Astberg Mountain Lift Going

Blick über eine grüne Bergwiese auf eine Seilbahn mit Kabine vor einem Panorama von majestätischen Bergen unter klarem, blauem Himmel.

Brandstadl Cable Car Scheffau

Blick auf schwebende Seilbahnkabinen vor einem majestätischen Bergpanorama mit grünen Tälern und blühenden Blumen unter einem blauen Himmel.

Hartkaiser Cable Car Ellmau

Wanderkarte Wilder Kaiser

Unsere Wanderkarte im Maßstab 1:25.000 bietet Dir eine übersichtliche Darstellung aller Wanderwege in der Region. Außerdem findest Du die schönsten Touren in Ellmau, Going, Scheffau und Söll auf der Rückseite der Karte näher beschrieben.

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Emergency numbers

What to do in an emergency?
Dial emergency number
140 - Alpine emergency call (mountain rescue)
112 - European emergency number
133 - Police
144 - Rescue