Winter hiking local & walking path Viererwasch

All local and walking paths start in front of the service center – with a view of the BK Bike bike shop, the service center at your back. Follow the description of path no. 1 to the Clubhotel Aldiana. Behind the hotel, the winter hiking trail leads you left uphill (attention: this path is also a toboggan run), through snowy forests and past a large farm to the balancing reservoir of an energy supplier. There, take path no. 88, which leads flatly into an idyllic forest to a bridge. After the bridge, continue right along path no. 85 (also called Ore Trail) to the Kinderbauernhof Kniegut. With a bit of luck, you can admire sweet alpacas and proud horses here! Via the Bernhardgut it goes back to the beautiful little town of Mühlbach.

Clothing: warm, layered clothing, hat, gloves, non-slip boots

Equipment: daypack, hiking poles, headlamp, possibly crampons or snowshoes

Safety & navigation: mobile phone, map/GPS, first aid kit, whistle

Food and drink: water, snacks, thermos flask

Optional: sunglasses, sun cream, seat pad

Check the weather: Obtain the latest weather and avalanche reports before setting off.

Wear the right clothing: Layers, waterproof, warm, with a hat, gloves and non-slip boots.

Equipment: Walking sticks, head torch, map/GPS, mobile phone, first aid kit. In case of ice or snow, possibly snowshoes or crampons.

Consider your fitness level: Adjust your pace to suit your fitness level.

Make use of daylight: Winter days are short – allow enough time.

Avoid slipping: Walk carefully, use poles and non-slip soles.

Food and drink: Take water, warm drinks and snacks with you.

Emergency plan: Tell someone your route and have emergency numbers to hand.

Respect nature: stay on the paths, avoid avalanche and wildlife protection areas.

Arrival from Salzburg: Take the A10 motorway to the Bischofshofen exit, then follow the B311 towards Bischofshofen. Follow the Hochkönig federal highway/B164 to Mühlbach.

Arrival from Innsbruck/ Kufstein: On the Loferer Strasse/B178 towards St. Johann i.T., then via the Hochkönig federal highway/B164 via Saalfelden and Maria Alm to Mühlbach.

You can enjoy your holiday from the start by train. No traffic jam will keep you from reaching the Hochkönig region!

You can book your train connection at www.oebb.at .

Local bus

Ski bus

Further information on winter hikes and activities in the Hochkönig region:

For detailed information on hiking maps, the opening hours of the mountain railways and the huts and alpine pastures in winter, we recommend visiting the local service centre. There you will not only receive a hiking map, but also valuable tips on the best winter hiking routes and current conditions.

Opening hours of the mountain railways in winter: The mountain railways offer different opening hours during the winter months, which can vary depending on weather conditions and the season. Please check the current operating hours in advance.

Opening hours of huts and alpine pastures in winter: The huts and alpine pastures in the region are ideal rest stops for hikers. Here, too, opening hours may vary depending on the season and day of the week. Ask the friendly hosts for advice on what's on offer and local specialities.

For further information, please visit our website: www.hochkoenig.at.

If you have any questions or would like specific information, please feel free to contact us:

Email: region@hochkoenig.at

Telephone: +43 (0)6584 20388

We look forward to helping you and hope you enjoy exploring the beautiful Hochkönig winter region!

You can also enjoy the beautiful winter landscape in a horse-drawn sleigh here in Mühlbach.