A river that runs wild – hiking in Austria’s Lechtal Valley
Hiking Collection by Tiroler Lechtal
11
Tours
36:58 h
60.6 mi
17,425 ft
Both wild and gentle, the beautiful turquoise water of the River Lech flows through one of Austria’s most beautiful Alpine valleys. The last wild river of the Northern Limestone Alps has shaped the lives of the people living along its banks for centuries. You can go on varied hikes of different difficulty in this pristine and diverse nature. From easy walks to challenging mountain Tours – you can plan each day as you like. Breathtaking views, wild nature and rustic alpine pastures are waiting for you to discover.
In this Collection, we’ve put together 11 Tours that are all unique and have something to suit every taste – whether you prefer to take it easy and taste lots of regional dishes or if you like to work up a sweat by climbing one of the highest peaks in the Lechtal Alps. If you’re not such a fan of travelling alone or if you want to improve your mountaineering skills, you can join one of the many guided tours. Lechtal Guiding, a group of several independent guides working together, offer interesting tours for beginners as well as courses from 23th September to 1st October on a weekly basis!
You can reach the starting point of almost all Tours by bus. The bus line 110 runs about every hour between Reutte and Lech and stops at all the main places along the valley. The only hikes for which a car is handy is the Gramaiser-Seen-Runde, the hike through Hölltal Valley from Bschlabs and the route to the Petersburg Alm from Hinterhornbach. Alternatively, you can also reach the starts with the Lechtal cable cars. You can use these, as well as the buses, completely free of charge with the Lechtal Aktiv Card.
No matter which Tours you choose, you can leave your everyday life behind and make memories that will stay with you for a long time in the Lechtal. What are you waiting for? The mountains are calling!
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Tours
- 01:543.71 mi2.0 mph825 ft825 ftEasyEasy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
The highlight of this hike is the suspension bridge built in 2015, which spans the Kaiserbach Gorge at a height of more than 30 meters. On this hike, discover a wild side branch of the Lech Valley, which is waiting for you with a little test of courage and beautiful views of the mountains around you…
- 04:146.32 mi1.5 mph1,075 ft2,875 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
This hike awaits you with fantastic views of the Lechtal Alps and insights into the hard, traditional life of mountain farmers. The ten-kilometer hike is family-friendly, but should still be walked with sturdy shoes and appropriate hiking clothing.
The starting point is the mountain station of the J…
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- 02:304.16 mi1.7 mph1,325 ft1,325 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
If you like to combine hiking and eating, the Geierwally circuit might be for you. On this leisurely circular hike, you pass two rustic refreshment stops: Kasermandl and Gibler Alm. The almost seven-kilometer circular hike is topped off with a few beautiful views of the Lechtal Alps and shady sections…
- 06:408.18 mi1.2 mph3,475 ft3,475 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
Are you looking for a little more challenge, demanding paths and untouched, lonely nature? You will find all of this on this hike that takes you from Gramais to two remote mountain lakes. Surefootedness, sturdy shoes, rainwear and sufficient provisions and drinks are part of the basic equipment here…
- 03:258.14 mi2.4 mph300 ft300 ftIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
This relaxed hike takes you along easy paths and without major differences in altitude along the Lech and is particularly exciting for those interested in botany. Because you are passing the Frauenschuh area near Martinau. This hike is particularly beautiful when the rare orchid is in bloom between mid…
- 02:214.59 mi2.0 mph750 ft700 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
This tour combines hiking and art. Along the path of the senses you will find various pieces of art made of wood, stone and stainless steel by local artists. The starting point is the pilgrimage church "Maria Schnee" in romantic Bschlabs.
Following the signs for the "Path of the Senses", you hike through…
- 02:355.73 mi2.2 mph625 ft625 ftIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Admittedly, the destination of this hike - the Vorderhornbacher "local mountain" Baichlstein - is not very high at 1,164 meters, but still offers you a wonderful view of the Lechzopf. And so this tour is the perfect choice for all those who are looking for their happiness on the summit but are not (yet…
- 06:156.53 mi1.0 mph5,775 ft100 ftExpertExpert mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
On this mountain tour you climb one of the highest peaks in the Lechtal Alps. The way there leads you through an exciting tunnel section and the wild Sulzbachtal. That sounds fun? Then lace up your hiking boots and off you go!
In order for this tour to be a success, you should not only have waterproof…
- 04:067.27 mi1.8 mph1,950 ft1,950 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
There are several alpine pastures along the way on this hike. Those who prefer to take it easy can also shorten the hike and only hike as far as the Vorderbockbachalpe. You will experience full enjoyment on the whole hike up to the Almwirtschaft Älpele at 1,791 meters.
Sufficient parking spaces are available…
- 01:383.50 mi2.1 mph700 ft125 ftEasyEasy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
A leisurely hike through the original Hornbachtal with a stop at a rustic, traditional alpine pasture - this is what awaits you on this tour. On top of that, there are free views of the majestic peaks around you.
You start at Hinterhornbach that you can easily reach by car. Past the sawmill you follow…
- 01:192.43 mi1.8 mph650 ft650 ftEasyEasy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
On the three and a half kilometer long vital path in Holzgau you will get to know the five elements of Kneipp's health theory. Information boards along the way and some stations provide information for anyone who wants to know more. And by the way, beautiful panoramic views and one of the longest suspension…
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Collection Stats
- Tours11
- Distance60.6 mi
- Duration36:58 h
- Elevation17,425 ft
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