Escape to the mountains!

Hiking in the Karwendel & Rofan mountains

Lake Achensee is surrounded by two mountain ranges: The Rofan and the Karwendel mountains are best explored on foot. Those who want to go up the mountains without enduring the climb can enjoy a scenic gondola ride and savour the views all the way up. 

The Rofan mountains to the east of Lake Achensee are rugged and gentle at the same time. On the high plateau, gentle paths climb over lush meadows to the peaks whose rock faces fall away precipitously on the other side. The Karwendel mountains, which lie to the west, are home to the region's most splendid flora and fauna and boast the highest population of golden eagles in the Alps. Comprising over 727km² the Nature Park Karwendel is the largest nature reserve in Austria. Follow this link to read our safety tips!

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Pertisau - Stanser Joch - Pertisau

Starting Point: Pertisau, top station of the Karwendel cable car

From the top station of the Karwendel cable car, walk in a southerly direction to the Bärenbadalm…

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walking time
05:00 h
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distance
10.2 km
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elevation gain
700 hm
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Medium
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Steinberg - Bärenwald Runde - Steinberg

Starting Point: Steinberg am Rofan, parish church

From the parish church Steinberg, walk in a northerly direction past the two houses on the left.…

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walking time
01:30 h
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distance
4.8 km
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elevation gain
180 hm
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Easy
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Achensee hiking programme

A variety of guided hikes occur every week from Monday to Friday, giving visitors the opportunity to connect with nature and explore the local flora and fauna.

A group of girlfriends hike around the Guffert in Steinberg am Rofan through flowering meadows and forests.

The Rofan and Karwendel cable cars

The region boasts 500 kilometres of well-maintained and signposted hiking trails, ranging from family jaunts and easy strolls into the Nature Park Karwendel to challenging summit victories. And when the mountains are calling but you are unsure about your fitness level, or your legs need a rest? Let the Rofan and Karwendel cable cars whisk you to the top where scenic walks await. 

The Rofan cable car transports visitors directly from Maurach up the mountain. On the top, the AIRROFAN zipline is an attraction for thrill-seekers.
Rofan cable car
The Karwendel cable car starts in Pertisau and gives access to the Zwölferkopf area.
Karwendel cable car
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