Hiking with All Your Senses
A hiking holiday in Kitzbühel means experiencing the beauty of the Alps more deeply with every step. Surrounded by rolling hills, clear streams, and breathtaking viewpoints, you’ll discover new favorite spots every day. Our certified hiking hosts provide the perfect base for your adventure—personal, welcoming, and deeply rooted in the region.
The Kitzbühel 4—Kitzbühel, Reith, Aurach, and Jochberg— offer a diverse range of hiking trails and natural experiences.
Hiker-friendly accommodation
In addition to certified hiking accommodation partners, many places to stay in Kitzbühel are an excellent choice for hikers. Each has its own character—from lovingly run farms and traditional Tyrolean houses to cosy guesthouses and practical apartments for couples and families.
For your hiking holiday, this means staying close to nature, connecting with local people and traditions, and enjoying an ideal starting point to explore the region at your own pace.
Experience Nature & Culture
A hiking holiday in Kitzbühel brings together time in the mountains with a strong sense of local culture. As you follow the trails, you’ll notice the openness of the landscape, the sound of streams, and places where the region’s history becomes tangible—such as the Panorama Trail on the Hahnenkamm, with its insights into life in the Alps.
It’s often the small moments that stay with you: early light on the summits, a friendly greeting along the way, or a simple break at an alpine hut with regional food. Kitzbühel feels both modern and rooted in tradition—a combination that makes it easy to return, day after day.
Tips for Your Hiking Holiday in Kitzbühel
- Start with short scenic trails on the Hahnenkamm—perfect for your first day.
- Take advantage of the local expertise of the hiking guides for tours you would otherwise never discover.
- The hike to the Sintersbach Waterfall offers a nature-filled experience with clear water and shaded forest trails.
- For athletic hikers, the hike to Pengelstein is perfect, offering sweeping views of the Kitzbühel Alps.
- Plan a break at a traditional alpine hut—a favorite moment for many guests.
FAQ
You’ll enjoy certified quality, personalised advice, and ideal starting points for your daily hikes. Convenient services make planning your trips a stress-free.
The short hikes on the Hahnenkamm, or the Schwarzsee loop offer perfect places to start relaxed.
Many trails around Jochberg, Aurach, and the Hahnenkamm are family-friendly and offer a variety of nature experiences. Click this link to view the themed trails and leisurely walking paths.
Family-friendly recommendations include: Schwarzsee, the Kitz Balance Trail, Bichlach, the Streif Adventure Trail, the Sintersbach Waterfall, the Wildlife Park, the Panorama Alpine Flower Garden, and the Karst Trail.
Yes, several certified hosts and professional guides offer guided tours.
Sports play a major role in Kitzbühel—and our local sports shops are well-equipped to provide hikers with everything they need. Many accommodations support this with small, practical extras like shoe dryers or a place to clean shoes, while the actual gear can be conveniently rented or purchased from regional specialty retailers.
Kitzbühel offers many trails that are among our guests’ favorites—depending on their mood, fitness level, and desired experience. The hike to Seidlalmsee is particularly popular, combining nature, sweeping views, and tranquility.
Equally popular are the ascent or descent along the Streif on the Hahnenkamm, as well as the hike up to the Kitzbüheler Horn with its spectacular views.
For a relaxing time, take a stroll around Schwarzsee—perfect for a short break or a coffee by the lake.
A highlight are our four trails, which have been awarded the European Hiking Seal of Quality:
- Alpine Flower Garden
- Sintersbach Waterfall
- Bichlach
- Gamsroas – 9-Peak Adventure
The Streif Adventure Hike is particularly popular with families, while Bichlalm and Stuckkogel are ideal for couples and groups of friends.
When it comes to breathtaking panoramic views, the Kitzbüheler Horn is hard to beat. From the summit, a sweeping view opens up across the Kitzbühel Alps all the way to the Hohe Tauern.
Equally rewarding is a hike to the Pengelstein, which offers an unobstructed view of several valleys and the surrounding peaks.
The views from the Tristkogel are truly special—especially at sunrise. The first rays of light bathe the southern mountains in warm hues, creating an atmosphere that many guests describe as unforgettable.
Yes, many certified hiking hosts are located at ideal starting points for your hikes. In addition, you can easily reach some of the most beautiful starting points using sustainable transportation options such as the NaturTaxi.
The mountain lift network —Hahnenkamm, Kitzbüheler Horn, and the Bichlalm chairlift—also take you up quickly and open up a variety of other entry points into the hiking area.
Without a doubt—challenging hikes, varied trails, and additional activities offer a wide range of possibilities. One of the most demanding yet impressive routes is the Gamsroas 9-Peak Tour: a roughly 17-kilometer hike that can be completed in one or two days, depending on your fitness level and preference.
From spring through to autumn, you’ll enjoy crisp mountain air, pleasant temperatures, and an extensive network of trails—ideal for classic hikes, summit tours, and leisurely walks.
There are plenty of options in winter as well: from traditional winter hiking trails to leisurely snowshoe hikes. Some of the most impressive scenes actually emerge during the cold season, when the landscape is blanketed in a quiet, white layer of snow.
