Hiking tours are perfect for starting your holiday week, in between or as preparation for longer hiking tours in the mountains. Start your hike straight from your accommodation provider or make use of one of the three mountain railways – Hochzeiger Bergbahnen, Rifflsee Bergbahnen or Pitztal Glacier – to spare your legs and energy reserves on the way up.
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Hiking tours
Hiking tours in Pitztal
Walking in Pitztal’ s mountains
Regions:
Whole Pitztal
Hochzeiger
Gletscher
Rifflsee
Hiking tours in Pitztal
Pitztal offers a diverse range of hikes – from forest hikes to hikes through gorges and romantic vie ferrates with breath-taking panoramic views. Start your hiking week with a hiking tour before venturing out to a breath-taking summit. Hiking tours in Pitztal are perfectly suited as preparation and fitness training for longer hiking tours.
Top hiking tours in our villages…
Arzl: Luis-Trenker trail, Adlerhorst
Wenns: Large Harbe pond circular route, Hike to Kielebergalm
Jerzens: Stuibenwasserfall [waterfall], Sechszeiger
St Leonhard: Almenweg [catered mountain hut tour], Rüsselsheimer Hütte
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Luis Trenker path
The viewing platfrom Adlerhorst
Stuiben waterfall in Jerzens Schön
Sechszeiger reservoir
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Difficulty
Distance
Duration
Altitude
Hike to Gogles Alm
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parking space towards Fließ or the bus stop Fließ Abzw. Gogles Alm (1564m)
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parking space towards Fließ or the bus stop Fließ Abzw. Gogles Alm (1562m)
Cross the road and walk along a beautiful forest path, then on a forest road for a short while and later across glorious Alpine meadows to the catered mountain hut Gogles Alm which you will approach from the back. Walk a few metres around the building to reach the main entrance and the stunning sun terrace. Return via the same route or walk down on the access road, which is longer but less steep.
Panorama hike Venetalm
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Plattenrain (1477m)
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Plattenrain (1474m)
Walk along a steeper path from Plattenrain to the catered mountain hut Hochastner Alm. Then walk along the mountain ridge along a beautiful forest path directly to the catered mountain hut Venetalm (Signposted as “Venet-Rundwanderweg” [Venet circular route]). Optionally, you can hike from the Venetalm to the Imsterbergerkreuz in another 45 minutes (one way). To return, turn left at the first fork and continue to walk along this path back to Hochaster Alm and then continue to walk on the same path as on your way up initially. After the fork keep left and the forest road will take you back to the un-catered mountain hut Timler Alm and to the starting point.
Via the path Bärensteig to the huts Stalderhütte - Hochzeiger Haus - Tanzalm
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gondola bottom station (1467m)
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Tanzalm (2026m)
Starting point: gondola bottom lift station. The steadily ascending so called Bärensteig leads up to the catered mountain hut Stalderhütte or the catered mountain hut Hochzeigerhaus. A wide path over alpine pastures continues to the catered mountain hut Tanzalm. You can comfortably return to the valley by gondola. Optionally you may also walk via the Innerwald (walking time: 1.5 hrs) or Rodelweg path (walking time: 2 hrs). For those two options the starting point would be Kaitanger.
Hike to Tiefentalalm
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Eggenstall (1382m)
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Eggenstall (1382m)
This hike starts in Scheibe at the Restaurant Gasthof zur Einkehr. From there you cross a bridge and walkd along the agricultural road up to the catered mountain hut Tiefentalalm. Return first along the agricultural road after 1 h a path takes you to Schrofen. From Schrofen you walk on the "Talwanderweg" back to Scheibe/Piösmes.
Panoramic tour Hochzeiger – Sechszeiger – Kalbenalm - Gondola top station
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gondola top station (2025m)
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gondola top station (2039m)
Starting point: gondola bottom station. Take the gondola to the Mittelstation (interme diate station). From there take the path to the right towards the Zollberg peak and continue to the left on the Ferdinand-Wohlfarter trail up to the Hochzeiger peak (2,560 m). Following this a beautiful panoramic path continue to the Sechszeiger peak (2,360 m). After the peak take the path to the left downhill to the catered mountain hut Kalbenalm and return to the intermediate station.
Wanderung zur Verpeilspitze über den Cottuser Höhenweg
Ausgangspunkt
Bergstation Rifflseebahn (2818m)
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Plangeroß (2817m)
Hike to Plattenrain
Ausgangspunkt
Car park Steige (853m)
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Car park Steige (858m)
Walk form the starting point car park Steige up to the church. From the church in Arzl, follow the serpentine path up to Burgstall and then continue to the hamlet of Arzlair. Through meadows and forests, continue on to the catered mountain hut Plattenrainalm. Enjoy a fantastic panoramic view of the Inn valley and visit the Meditation Chapel to let your thoughts wander. Over a short steep path, continue on to the catered mountain hut Hochaster Alm. From here go along the mountain ridge on a beautiful steep forest climb to the catered mountain hut Venetalm (follow signposts ‘Venet-Rundwanderweg‘ ).
Mandarfen – Taschach Alm (1,796 m) – Riffelseehütte (2,293 m) – Hirschtal – Mandarfen
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Bus stop Mandarfen Rifflseebahn (1674m)
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Bus stop Mandarfen Rifflseebahn (1673m)
From the starting point, follow a path over a bridge then continue to walk on the agricultural road. This flat and
even road leads to the catered mountain hut Taschach Alm. Continue on this road for about 200 m, then turn right on a steep, but well-prepared track up to the Rifflsee lake. After crossing the stream, veer right to the catered mountain hut Riffelseehütte. Continue to walk along the Rifflsee lake to the Rifflseebahn top station. A little further turn right and descend on a track, which affords spectacular views of the Hirschtal v al-ley and along a path set in panoramic scenery to return to Mandarfen. From there, it is about 300 m to return to your starting point.
even road leads to the catered mountain hut Taschach Alm. Continue on this road for about 200 m, then turn right on a steep, but well-prepared track up to the Rifflsee lake. After crossing the stream, veer right to the catered mountain hut Riffelseehütte. Continue to walk along the Rifflsee lake to the Rifflseebahn top station. A little further turn right and descend on a track, which affords spectacular views of the Hirschtal v al-ley and along a path set in panoramic scenery to return to Mandarfen. From there, it is about 300 m to return to your starting point.
Hike to Kielebergalm
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Matzlewald (1136m)
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Matzlewald (1138m)
Take a forest track to the right in the direction of the catered mountain hut Kielebergalm. After approx. 15 – 20 minutes walking time, take a left at the fork towards Stein and the catered mountain hut Kielebergalm. This forest track ends just before the Kielebergalm. Note: the last section of the track is very steep. After leaving the Alm keep to the right at all times and then follow the agricultural road, always bearing left to return to Matzlewald.
Via "Hirschtal" up to Sunna Alm
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Bus stop Mandarfen Rifflseebahn (1675m)
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Bus stop Mandarfen Rifflseebahn (1675m)
Cross the bridge at the starting point, turn right and follow the valley hiking trail for approximately 300 metres. Then turn left into the Hirschtal valley and follow the signposts to the catered mountain hut Sunna Alm. Comfortably return to your staring point by gondola or, alternatively, hike on to the Riffelseehütte and return to Mandarfen via the panoramic trail [Panoramasteig].
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Hochzeiger
Hochzeiger hiking tours
Far-reaching views at Sechszeiger
Hochzeiger hiking resort offers a network of 100 kilometres of marked hiking trails spread over four alpine levels. Spare your legs and quickly get up to 2,370 metres at the top station of Sechzeiger double chair lift with the mountain railways at Hochzeiger ski resort. From there, you can start your planned hike in Pitztal.
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A selection of hiking tours at Hochzeiger
| Hiking tips from the Sechszeiger lift top station | |
|---|---|
| (B) * |
To the Sechszeiger at 2,395 m and back to the "Landschaftsteich" lake before descending to the Kalbenalm. From there either continue along Path to the Tanzalm (Jerzner Alm) or walk direct to the gondola top station. |
| (C) * |
To the Sechszeiger and then descend in a northerly direction to the Leiner Alm (1 hour) before returning to the bottom lift station (1 hour 30 min.). |
| (D) * |
From the Sechszeiger descend in a northerly direction along through the Oberlang Valley to the Kalbenalm. From there either continue along to the Tanzalm (Jerzner Alm) or walk directly to the gondola top station. |
| Hiking tips from the Gondola top station | |
|---|---|
| (H) * |
To the Zollberg at 2,225 m from where you have a magnificent panorama view into the Inner Pitz Valley and across to the Wildspitze mountain. |
| (I) * |
To the Kalbenalm and return to the Tanzalm. |
| (J) * |
To the Jerzner Alm (5 min.) and continue to the Hochzeigerhaus (15 min.). Take either the "Bärensteig" or the "Außerwaldweg" to the bottom station. |
| (K) * |
To the valley station via the "Innerwald". Walking time: 1 hour. easy hike |
| (L) * |
To the valley station via the "Rodelweg". |
| (M) * |
Walk to the Kalbenalm (30 min.) and continue through the Oberlang Valley until you reach the path leading down from the Sechszeiger lift which takes you to the Leiner Alm (1 hour 15 min.). From the Leiner Alm to the bottom station (1 hour 30 min.). Walking time: 3 hours 15 min. intermediate hike |
* look up in the Hochzeiger hiking tips brochure
hiking at Sechszeiger peak in Pitztal
360 degree panorama at the sechszeiger peak
Swiss stone pine forest at Hochzeiger
Relaxing at Sechszeiger Peak, 2,370 m
Region:
Gletscher
Pitztal Glacier - Towards the Eternal Ice
Pitztal Glacier hiking tours
Although this is really high Alpine terrain, Pitztal Glacier offers a huge choice of marvelous Alpine walking tours between two and five hiking hours. Of course, sturdy mountain hiking boots, surefootedness and appropriate clothes (pullover, windbreaker, sun glasses, sunscreen) are an absolute must.
Important Information:
- All walking times listed below are roughly estimated times
- Always plan a tour in advance according to your personal fitness and skills
- Take a look at the local weather report and walk back in case of danger
- For more detailed information please contact the certified Pitztal Mountain Guides at any time
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- Mittagskogel Walking Tour 3,159 m (View of the Alps & the Valley)
Walking time: 2 hours up to the peak
Difficulty level: red/black
- Braunschweiger Hütte Walking Tour
Walking time: 1,5 hours up to the mountain hut
Attention: glacier crossing!
- Braunschweiger Hütte incl. Pitztaler Jöchl 2,996 m
Walking time: 3 hours
Difficulty level: red
- Short hikes/walks at Pitztal Glacier
- Alpine hiking tours around Pitztal Glacier
- High Alpine peak tours starting at Pitzal Glacier
Refreshing Moments on a Guided Glacier Tour at Pitztal Glacier
Region:
Rifflsee
Day Tours for Hikers
Varied Mountain Hikes in the Rifflsee Area
Thanks to top modern lift technologies, the Rifflsee mountain gondola takes you from Mandarfen up to 2,300 meters altitude within a few minutes.
Once on top, you can choose from a myriad of hiking trails and routes between two and five walking hours. Sturdy mountain hiking boots, surefootedness and appropriate clothes/mountain equipment (pullover, windbreaker, sun glasses, sunscreen) are an absolute must.
Important Information:
- All walking times listed below are roughly estimated times
- Always plan a tour in advance according to your personal fitness and skills
- Take a look at the local weather report and walk back in case of danger
- For more detailed information please contact the certified Pitztal Mountain Guides at any time
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Rifflsee Hiking Paths and Trail Running Routes
Starting point: Rifflseebahn (gondola) top station - Restaurant Sunna Alm 2,291 m
- Plodersee Loop Tour: hiking trail to a crystal clear mountain lake at 2,380 m (you can even see the lake bottom!)
Walking time: approx. 4 hours
Difficulty level: red
- Wurmtal & Löcher Hike: walking tour to Rifflferner glacier (part of the "Offenbacher Höhenweg")
Walking time: approx. 2-4 hours (depending on stamina)
- Hirschtal Valley Hike: descent via Hirschtal to Tieflehn or Mandarfen, 600 meters of altitude difference
walking time, descent: approx. 1 hour
- Rifflsee Panorama Footpath: valley hike via Rifflseehütte or Muldennpiste slope
Walking time: approx. 1.5-2 hours
- Walking trail or cart trail to Taschach Alm cheese dairy (serviced)
Walking time: approx. 1.5-2 hours
Difficulty level: blue
- Fuldaer High Elevation Trail: panoramic hiking tour to Taschachhaus at 2,432 m
Walking time: approx. 3,5 hours
Difficulty level: red
- Lange Willi Steig: adventurous hike through the Stone Pine Forest into Taschachtal
Walking time: approx. 3 hours (part of the "Fuldauer Höhenweg" to Taschach Alm)
Difficulty level: blue
- Grubenkarspitze 3000 m: demanding hike on cart road, along the ski run to the summit
Walking time: approx. 2 hours
Difficulty level: red
- Rostizjoch 3,083 m: Alpine mountain hike across pasturelands and erosion areas
Walking time: approx. 4 hours
Difficulty level: red (the route is not marked on some stages)
- Cottbuser Höhenweg: challenging high Alpine hike to Kaunergrathütte at 2,817 m
Walking time: approx. 4 hours
Difficulty level: red-black !!!rock climbing skills required!!!
From Rifflsee on Fuldaer Höhenweg Trail to Taschachhaus
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