Popular hiking routes
FAMILY TIP!
Nature adventure trail with 14 interactive stations: Kaiserlift intermediate station - Gasthof Hinterdux -
Duxer Köpfl (Musikantenrast and Marienkapelle) - and back approx. 1 ½ hours walk time
Kaiserlift intermediate station - Dickicht KapelleTheaterhütte – Kaiserlift valley station approx. 1 hour walk time
Kaiserlift intermediate station - Elfenhain –Kaiserlift valley station approx. 1 ½ hours walk time
Kaiserlift mountain station - Schneerosenweg –
Duxer Alm – Kaiserlift intermediate station approx. 1 hour walk time
Kaiserlift mountain station - Berghaus Aschenbrenner – Kaiserlift valley station approx. 2 hours walk time
Kaiserlift mountain station - Gamskogel -
Obere Steinbergalm – Kaiserlift mountain station approx. 3 hours walk time
Kaiserlift mountain station - Bettlersteig –Hinterbärenbad – Kaiserlift valley station approx. 6 hours walk time
Kaiserlift mountain station - Hocheck - Walleralm –Locherer Kapelle – Kaiserlift valley station approx. 7 hours walk time
Experience nature programme 2024
Registration required!
Kaisergebirge Together with herbal expert Maria Bachmann we discover healing plants, herbs and trees in the Naturerlebnis
Every FRIDAY from 10.5. to 11.10.2024
Natural Balance
Harald Löffel knows how we can find our way to balance and tranquillity with Tai Chi Quan, Qi Gong and the power of nature.
Dates: 10., 17., 24., 31. May / 14., 21., 28. June 12., 19., 26. July / 09., 16., 23., 30. August 13., 20., 27. September / 11. October
Time: From 9:30 am to approx. 13:00 pm
Meeting point: Kaiserlift valley station
Every SATURDAY from 06.07. to 14.09.2024
Kaiserlift morning journeys
Kaiserlift starts up at 7:00 am in the morning. We can explore the mountain ourselves, while enjoying morning yoga on the Brentenjoch, or taking part in one of the three guided adventure tours ‘Trail Running for beginners’, ‘Plant treasure Kaisergebirge’ or ‘The wonderful world of geology’.
Morning yoga on the Brentenjoch
Yoga on the platform at the Brentenjoch is something really quite special. Please bring your own Yoga mat!
Dates: Every Saturday from 06.07. to 14.09. / NOT on 20.07.
Time: From 7:00 am to approx. 09:30 am
Meeting point: Kaiserlift valley station (or at 8:00 am Yoga platform Brentenjoch)
Trail Running for beginners
Paul Koller gives us valuable tips on how to be steady on our feet, coordination, fitness, equipment and getting our bearings out in the terrain.
Dates: 20.07. / 10.08. / 24.08.
Time: From 7:00 am to approx. 10:30 am
Meeting point: Kaiserlift valley station Required: Base fitness, running shoes with rugged grip
The wonderful world of geology
Paul Koller takes us with him on a journey through the various types of rock in the Kaisergebirge.You can also explore the nine stations yourself at any time.
Dates: 13.07. / 27.07. /17.08. / 31.08. / 14.09.
Time: From 7:00 am to approx. 10:30 am Meeting point: Kaiserlift valley station
Plant treasure Kaisergebirge
Together with herbal expert Maria Bachmann we discover healing plants, herbs and trees in the Naturerlebnis Kaisergebirge.
Dates: 06.07. / 03.08. / 07.09.
Time: From 07:00 am to approx. 10:00 am Meeting point: Kaiserlift valley station
MORE INFORMATION about dates, programme and registration: Information is available online at www.naturerlebnis-kaisergebirge.at and at www.kufstein.com
Registration: Telephone +43 5372 62207, e-mail: booking@kufstein.com or online at www.kufstein.com, under Culture&life /All events for the respective programme item. Registration is available by 16:30 pm the day before at the latest, while for morning sessions, by 12:00 pm the day before.
Questions and Answers
Discounts
Disabled people (from 70 %), those completing civil and military service, students (up to 26): travel at the children’s tariff (proof of ID required!)
Single parents and families are defined as: 1 or 2 adults and all children up to the age of 18 living in the same household, along with students up to the age of 26, disabled people (from 70 %), those completing civil and military service (proof of ID required for all categories!). Family tariff: Children up to the age of 18 travel for FREE when accompanied by an adult paying full price.
Kaiserlift is part of the biggest mountain experience offers in the Alps
Thanks to a partnership with the Bergbahnen Wilder Kaiser (Ellmau – Going) and the Kaiserlift Kufstein, new perspectives open up to all hiking and nature lovers thanks to the combi-tariffs available at SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser – Brixental. The Kaiserlift can be used with Bergbahn Erlebnis-Card Wilder Kaiser-Brixental (day, multi-day and season ticket)! With just one ticket, 14 cable cars, 7 unique mountain experience worlds, the natural adventures available in the Naturerlebnis Kaisergebirge, over 700 km tended hiking trails, along with the KaiserJet and several bonus partners (up to 25 % discount) can be availed of.
Bergbahn Erlebnis-Card Wilder Kaiser – Brixental is available in the SkiWelt, at the Kaiserlift and the Stadtwerke Kufstein. A season ticket for summer 2024 costs: Adults € 242,- / Youth 2006 – 2008 € 181.50 / Children 2009 – 2019 € 121,-.
Can I take my bike on the Kaiserlift?
No, unfortunately bikes cannot be conveyed on the lift. Should you be out and about in the conservation area with your bike please keep to the designated forest trails.
Can I use the lift with a wheel-chair or take a pram?
If the wheel-chair or the pram can be folded up and locked, and weighs 30 kg max, they can be carried via the transport hooks. Please note that routes on the mountain are not suitable for wheel-chairs.
Can I take my dog with me on the lift?
Yes, as long as they are on the passenger’s lap. Dog boxes are also available on 2 chairs – in which larger dogs can be conveyed.
How long is the lift journey?
Travel time to the intermediate station is approx. 15 minutes, while to Brentenjoch mountain station it is approx. 30 minutes, including a change at the intermediate station.
Can my child travel solo on the Kaiserlift?
Children over 115 cm in height may travel solo on the lift, age is not relevant.
Smaller children may sit on one of their parent’s laps. Ultimately, it is up to lift staff as to whether a customer is ‘capable of travel’ or not.
Can two children travel together on one chair?
Conveyance of two children on one seat is not permitted.
Where are the toilets?
WC facilities are available in the valley and intermediate station.
Does the lift operate in the event of bad weather too?
The lift operates daily from 1 May to 3 November 2024, between 8:30 am and 16:30 pm. The exception is when there is an advisory of severe storms. In the event of doubt, please telephone 05372 6930-363 for further information.
Which lift cards are valid on the Kaiserlift?
Bergbahn Erlebnis-Card Wilder Kaiser-Brixental and the Kitzbüheler Alpen Sommer Card are valid on the Kaiserlift, as well as the Kaiserlift season ticket an the KufsteinCard. Also the Tirol-Snowcard (valid from 1 to 15 May and in October) and the SkiWelt season ticket (valid in October).
Can the Kaiserlift be used with the KufsteinCard?
Yes, with the KufsteinCard you not only get to use the Kaiserlift, but also enjoy unlimited use of the public swimming pool, Hechtsee, the city bus, Kufstein recycling centre and Eisarena - 365 days a year. It can also be used to visit Kufstein fortress (incl. the fortress lift), the ‘Sinnfonie’ at Riedel Glass, the kubi library in the Kufstein university building and home games at HC Kufstein DRAGONS. In addition, the use of VVT Regiorad (annual subscription & 30 minutes per hire) is free of charge.
Is there a charge for the car park at the Kaiserlift?
Yes. It is a private car park, for which a fee is payable between May 1 and October 31. A day ticket for € 3.50 is available at both coin-operated machines at the car park. Please have the correct amount, since the machines do not give change and do not take notes. At the machine towards the end of the car park (close to the lift station) payment by bank card is also available. Bicycle parking is free of charge and there is also a VVT Regiorad station.
Why does the lift stop sometimes?
60 years ago, 1963 to be precise, the Kaisergebirge were conservation protected. Here, nature and flora, animals and alpine farming have formed a symbiosis for centuries. The Kaiserlift provides a relaxed ascent aid, unforgettable experiences and views are guaranteed. Let’s take care of animals and nature together!
For us, safety is a top priority. In order for people to get on and off safely, on some occasions the Kaiserlift will stop for a short time. However, after a few seconds the journey will continue. Should the lift stop for longer, please remain calm and follow the tannoy announcements.
Is is possible for the lift to go slower during boarding and for getting out?
1 Liftstüberl 502 m
Tel. +43 5372 71222, www.liftstueberl-kufstein.at
Open from 10:00 am, closed Tuesday and Wednesday
2 Berggasthof Hinterdux 736 m
20 minutes walk time from the Kaiserlift intermediate station
Tel. +43 5372 63675, www.hinterduxerhof.at
Overnight stay option (30 beds)
Closed Monday and Tuesday (except public holidays)
3 Duxer Alm 896 m
Directly at the intermediate station
Temporarily closed
4 Weinbergerhaus 1.272 m
Tel. +43 664 2564760, www.weinbergerhaus.at
Overnight stay option (22 beds)
Wednesday to Sunday open from 10:00 am
Closed Monday and Tuesday /also closed on public holidays
5 Brentenjoch Alm 1.208 m
Tel. +43 664 9752151, +43 5372 21020
Open daily (end May to approx. end September)
6 Obere Steinbergalm 1.318 m
1 ½ hours walk time from the Kaiserlift mountain station
Tel. +43 664 6592424, Facebook: Obere Steinbergalm
Open end of May until approx. end September
Closed Monday and Tuesday
7 Kaindlhütte 1.293 m
1 hour walk from the Kaiserlift mountain station
Tel. +43 5372 21255, www.kaindlhuette.com
Overnight stay option (20 beds, 16 camping spaces)
Open from mid May, closed on Wednesdays
8 Berghaus Aschenbrenner 1.128 m
30 minutes walk from the Kaiserlift mountain station
Tel. +43 5372 62220, www.berghaus-aschenbrenner.com
Overnight stay option (23 beds)
Closed Monday (except public holidays)
Adlerblick
"Eagle's View" – This energy-filled place is located directly at the mountain station. Anyone who gazes far into the distance with the ‘Viscope’ will also learn about the surrounding mountains – names of the individual mountains and inns appear in the telescope.
Gratwanderung
"Ridge hike" – The ridge of the Hocheck is located between the Steinberg and the Walleralm. The spiral, which is protected from the wind, tempts hikers to enjoy a leisurely rest. Meanwhile the ‘Viscope’ enables views far into the distance, bringing the mountain peaks closer to those who are interested.
13 Vorderkaiserfeldenhütte 1.388 m
2 hours walk time from the Kaisertal-Aufstieg
Tel. +43 5372 63482, www.vorderkaiserfeldenhuette.at
Overnight stay option (33 beds, 45 camping spaces)
Open daily
14 Ritzau-Alm 1.161 m 1 ½ hours walk time from the Kaisertal-Aufstieg
Tel. +43 5372 63624, www.ritzaualm.com
Overnight stay option (38 beds), closed Monday
Only open from September due to renovation work
9 Almengebiet Walleralm 1.170 m
2 hours walk time from the Kaiserlift mountain station
Walleralm: Tel. +43 664 9858139, www.walleralm.eu, open daily
Zur LINÄ - Stöfflhütte Walleralm: Tel. +43 664 5249441, www.linae.at
July to September open daily / May, June and October closed on Mondays
Kafma-Alm: Tel. +43 664 4240938
Open mid May until mid October, closed Tuesday and Wednesday
10 Stripsenjochhaus 1.577 m
Freiraum - Raum - Zeit
"Freedom - Space - Time" – The basic outline of this space, which is approx. 3 minutes from the mountain station, is a spiral. Here, your gaze is drawn to the north face of the Wilder Kaiser – a natural gem that is worth exploring. It is also where hikers can experience astonishing views on the impressive Kaisergebirge.
Himmelschauen
"Sky-gazing" – The Gamskogel is a magical place to observe the sky and the clouds. The spiral-shaped larch wood bench makes it possible to gaze into all directions, or to just take a seat in the inner section – depending on the sun and how your mood takes you.
Almapotheke
"Alpine pharmacy" – Discover the highest Alpine pharmacy in Austria at Berghaus Aschenbrenner. Four modules provide an interactive experience of traditional pharmacy practices and herbal knowledge. A few of the local herbs and their healing effects are presented in words and pictures, and you might even enjoy the smell of some familiar aromas.
Lebensquelle
"Source of Life" – Discover this energy-filled space between the intermediate and mountain stations, on your hike along the forest trail. At Riegen-Bründl gather energy from the power of water.
5 hours walk time from Kaiserlift mountain station (via Bettlersteig)
Tel. +43 5372 62579, www.stripsenjoch.at
Overnight stay option (90 beds, 62 camping spaces)
Open daily (mid May to mid October)
11 Hans Berger Haus 936 m
3 hours 45 minutes walk time from the Kaiserlift mountain station
(via Bettlersteig)
Tel. +43 5372 62575, www.bergsteigerschule.at
Overnight stay option (50 beds)
Open daily (9 May to 13 October)
12 Hinterbärenbad - Anton Karg Haus 829 m
3 hours 30 minutes walk time from the Kaiserlift mountain station
(via Bettlersteig)
Tel. +43 5372 62578, www.hinterbaerenbad.com
Overnight stay option (30 beds, 70 camping spaces)
Open daily (1 May to 6 October)
15 Hinterkaiserhof 865 m
No catering for guests, no overnight stays
16 Pfandlhof 783 m
45 minutes walk time from the Kaisertal-Aufstieg Tel. +43 5372 62118, www.pfandlhof.at
Overnight stay option (18 beds) Closed Thursday
17 Bio-Gasthaus Berg`k`hof 768 m
45 minutes walk time from the Kaisertal-Aufstieg
Tel. +43 5372 222270, www.bergkhof.at
Overnight stay option (15 rooms & panorama sauna)
Open daily
18 Gasthof Veitenhof 714 m 30 minutes walk time from the Kaisertal-Aufstieg
Tel. +43 5372 222270, www.veitenhof.at
Overnight stay option (11 rooms)
Exact opening times can be found on the website
19 Base camp ‘Harmonie’ 514 m
Right at the Kaisertal-Aufstieg
Tel. +43 676 9243964, +43 676 6570265
Facebook: ‘Basislager Harmonie’, closed Monday