Idyllic winter hiking at Lake Achensee

A nature experience that fills the heart with joy

Winter hiking at Lake Achensee opens up an enchanting world of glistening snow, majestic mountains, and quiet forests. With every step through the snow-covered landscape, you’ll feel the tranquility of nature and the crisp mountain air that revitalizes both body and mind. All around Der alpine Kraftplatz, over 150 kilometers of cleared winter hiking trails invite you to enjoy unforgettable hikes and enriching moments.

Whether it’s gentle strolls along the shores of Lake Achensee, more challenging routes into the Tyrolean Alps, or leisurely paths to rustic alpine huts—everyone will find their favorite trail here. The diverse and varied routes offer ideal conditions for winter hiking in the Lake Achensee region and plenty of inspiration for you.

Experience and feel this harmonious blend of activity and relaxation as you discover the magical winter landscape at its most romantic, whether under bright sunshine or heavy snowfall.

We know exactly how winter hiking in Tyrol becomes a truly heartwarming experience, so let our three winter hiking tips inspire you:

Winter Hiking Tip: Notburgaweg

Join this winter hike at Lake Achensee and follow in the footsteps of St. Notburga. Along the 4.3-kilometer St. Notburga Panorama Trail—rated as easy—you’ll find Stations of the Cross that make this tour a contemplative experience. You should allow about an hour and a half of pure walking time for this hike. This leisurely winter hike at Lake Achensee begins and ends at the valley station of the Rofan Seilbahn.

Winter Hiking Tip: Feilalm

Start at the cross-country skiing center in Pertisau and head to the Feilalm, one of the most beautiful winter hiking routes around Achensee. This moderately difficult hike, with a total length of 13.3 kilometers, winds through snow-covered forests and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. Once you reach the top, the cozy Feilalm awaits you with Tyrolean delicacies—perfect for refueling after the hike. Plan on about four hours for the entire winter hike.

Winter Hiking Tip: Rodelhütte

This easy, 3.5-kilometer winter hike along Lake Achensee to the Rodelhütte in Pertisau combines exercise with good company and fun. It starts at the valley station of the Karwendel Bergbahnen, from where you follow the trail to the right toward the Tristenautal valley. After a roughly 45-minute climb, a rustic inn awaits you, serving all kinds of regional delicacies. The return trip is a blast, as from here you can either speed back down on a sled or walk back down to the valley in about 30 minutes.