Hiking holidays in Tyrol, Austria

Great views for the entire family!

Mountain hiking in Tyrol: Way up high during a hiking holiday!

Mountain hikes in the hiking paradise of Kaiserwinkl are like a unique mountain panorama. The expansive backdrop of the Zahmer Kaiser is right on the hotel doorstep. The views to the mountains and the valley to the far-off horizon are beyond compare. Half- and all-day hikes in the natural surroundings are well worth the effort of every metre of ascent thanks to the fantastic views. Always remember: The journey is the reward!

In the summer season, the summer cable cars take you reliably to your preferred hiking route. The Kaiserwinkl Card also provides discounted and free offers for cable cars, inns, guided hikes and much more during your hiking holiday.

Lochner Waterfall: A highlight during mountain hikes

Our personal favourite and top recommendation: A hike to Lochner Waterfall, past the Burgeralm on the Wandberg. A wonderful natural spectacle that amazes all ages. And the best thing about it - you can start direct from the hotel!

  • Route length: 13.8 kilometres
  • Metres ascent: 974 metres
  • Duration of hike: 6 hours

Hiking with children: The tradition of the hiking needle

Kaiserwinkl in Tirol is ideal for hikes with children. Little ones have so much fun following the tradition of the hiking needle. With the hiking pass you can collect destinations and earn the hiking needle. Simply collect the hiking pass in the information offices in Walchsee or Kössen or use the SummitLynx on your smartphone app. Stamping destinations is possible both variants during your hike. An experience that doesn’t just set children's eyes ablaze!

A different animal awaits our little guests at the end of every family hike. Stamp and earn your ‘Wanderfuchs’ pin badge. Let's go!

Hiking holiday and hiking with your dog

Hikers are in good company when they are out and about with their dog. Dog-friendly hiking paths ensure you have fun together in the natural surroundings in the Kaiserwinkl. Dogs adore excursions like this and are happy to go hiking for several hours, even days, with their owners. Please note that dogs may need to be kept on a lead and you ought to choose hiking tours that are also suitable for the dog. A hiking holiday with a dog is practical and straightforward here – there is even a dog swimming area at Walchsee!

Hiking service in Das Walchsee Activeresort:

  • Hire of hiking rucksacks and hiking poles available for a deposit
  • Free hiking map
  • Hiking snack available to order; fee payable
  • Free guided hikes with a qualified hiking guide 1-2 times a week

Other summer activities

Other activities for your summer holiday in Tyrol:

Discover the mountains in the Kaiserwinkl region.

Between the Chiemgauer Alps in the north and the Kaisergebirge (Kaiser Mountains) in the south, the diverse hiking area of the Kaiserwinkl stretches out - with beautiful tours and almost inexhaustible possibilities for moutain lovers. You can look forward to half-day or day-hikes with the family or the dog and to over 30 huts/inns or countless summits!

Hiking in the Kaiserwinkl region

  • Over 200 km of well-marked hiking trails
  • Tours of all difficulty levels
  • Guided hikes with the Kaiserwinkl-Card
  • Hiking passes with "hiking fox" batch for he children
  • and a lot more!

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