Banish the winter blues – the most beautiful winter routes in the Pitztal valley

Routes

Hiking trails & Routes

Hiking Collection by Pitztal

7 routes

14:16 h

50.2 km

1,170 m

We love winter! This is hardly a surprise. Here, in the Pitztal valley, the cold season brings untold beauty. From fairytale snow-covered landscapes and invigorating mountain air to panoramas that take your breath away. After all, we are in the middle of the wonderfully mountainous Tyrol region.

However, there are also those days when it gets dark outside early or the sun doesn't show itself so readily. This is when the winter blues can threaten. On these kind of days we normally like to wrap ourselves up in a cosy blanket all day and not even leave the house. That's one possibility... But we have a better idea!

Winter hiking! Not over hill and dale, but over thick blankets of snow. Further and further up into the mountains, out into the winter wonderland and above all away from the winter blues! We show you seven of our most beautiful routes in this Collection. We know, from experience, that they are a recipe for banishing those winter blues. A little vitamin D, a nice circulation boost, the thrill of a picturesque winter landscape and soothing silence. Perfect.

So, winter in Pitztal is not only an absolute joy for skiers and snowboarders, but also makes hikers' glad hearts beat faster. Plus, if you are in the mood for alternative activities, you can also go cross-country skiing or tobogganing. Many varied cross-country trails, such as the idyllic valley trail or the high-altitude trail on the Pitztal Glacier, await you here. And toboggan runs at the Hochzeigerhaus and the Gogles Alm can be perfectly combined with a winter hike. On our website we give you an overview of the various winter highlights in the region.

So, time to find out if you’ll love winter in Pitztal as much as we do.

On The Map

Activities

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Hike to the Gogles Alm – winter in the Pitztal Valley
01:49
5.23km
2.9km/h
490m
Intermediate
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
The Gogles Alm is a fantastic hut that sits enthroned high above the Pitztal valley and where delicious food is served in both summer and winter. On this tour, you hike directly onto their sunny terrace - and if you wish, you can sled down again.

It starts at the car park at the "Gogles Alm" junction…
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Along the valley cross-country ski trail – winter in the Pitztal Valley
05:19
20.3km
3.8km/h
20m
520m
Expert
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
This wonderful hike along the Talloipe is almost like a fairy tale. On the way from Mittelberg to Wiese you cover a whopping 20 kilometers and explore the magical winter wonderland of the Pitztal.

It all starts in Mandarfen, very close to the Rifflseebahn valley station. At a bridge that leads over the…
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Winter hiking trail at Gachenblick – winter in the Pitztal Valley
01:32
5.64km
3.7km/h
120m
120m
Easy
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
If you are looking for the most beautiful winter hiking tours, one must not be missing: the Kaunergrat Nature Park. This picturesque region comprises seven protected areas, nine communities and a total of 589.2 square kilometers. Not to forget: dozens of natural gems that await you along the way. On…
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Stalderhütte & Hochzeigerhaus hut hike – winter in the Pitztal Valley
02:49
8.69km
3.1km/h
410m
410m
Intermediate
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
A stop in a rustic hut is no longer reserved for summer in the Pitztal: as a hiker, you can also visit some beautiful restaurants in winter. Just like the Stalderhütte and the Hochzeigerhaus, both of which you can visit on this beautiful tour.

The hike starts at the Jerzens Kaitanger bus stop. The signage…
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Along the Rifflseeloipe – winter in the Pitztal Valley
01:33
5.84km
3.8km/h
70m
70m
Easy
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
The Rifflsee is the highest mountain lake in Austria. And not only that! Its surroundings are also a paradise for hikers, cross-country skiers and winter lovers. Easily accessible by gondola.

With the cable car you first float up to the mountain station of the Rifflseebahn. Once arrived, a stunning panorama…
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Swiss stone pine trail – winter in the Pitztal Valley
00:28
1.51km
3.2km/h
50m
50m
Intermediate
Intermediate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
On this one-and-a-half-kilometre-long tour, you follow in the footsteps of the Swiss stone pine. A wonderful alternative to skiing is hiking the Zirbenweg in the Hochzeiger ski area. A wonderful tour on which you can soak up some sun on nice days!

The starting point of the winter hiking route is the indicator…
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Stillebach Round – winter in the Pitztal Valley
00:46
3.01km
3.9km/h
30m
30m
Easy
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
"Walking in a Winter Wonderland" - the song that we all probably know gets a face: during your hike through Stillebach. Snow-covered trees, glittering landscape, endless peace and quiet form the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable excursion in the snow.

The starting point of this tour is at the Stillebach…
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