The magic of hiking ...
Piesendorf Niedernsill presents itself as certified "Austrian Hiking Villages" with the Hiking Quality Seal.
For those who leave the valley behind with every metre of altitude and immerse themselves in the unspoilt nature of our mountain and alpine world. With every step you take, you feel the silence and realise that everyday life has been left at home. You feel free, taking one step after another with ease, while the sun makes the mountain peaks glow.
Look forward to our certified hiking accommodation. These hiking specialists know their stuff: They know which tour is best for you, where to find the best mountain huts and what to pack in your backpack. The hiking taxi will pick you up and drop you off our guided hikes. In addition, you can enjoy guided National Park tours with our specially trained National Park rangers! Want to know more?
The arena for your perfect backdrop
With the Kitzbühel Alps on one side and the majestic mountains of the Hohe Tauern National Park on the other - this fairytale landscape ranges from gentle grassy mountains to towering primary rock giants.
Whether you're looking for an easy hike in the 1st dimension up to 1,300 m, a varied day hike in the 2nd dimension up to 2,300 m or challenging mountaineering in the 3rd dimension up to 3,000 m and more - Piesendorf Niedernsill has the right mountains for you!
Dimension
- Dimension up to 1,300 m
Easy hikes on the flat valley floor up to the forest line. Hiking time from one hour to half day. Ideal for getting into the swing of things and building up your stamina for the 2nd dimension. - Dimension up to 2,300 m
Varied day tours in the area of the Pinzgau Grasberge in the north and in the south to above the forest line of the Hohe Tauern. An ideal warm up for the 3rd dimension. - Dimension up to 3,000 m ...
For experienced hikers with good physical condition, sure-footedness and a head for heights in the Hohe Tauern.
Guided hikes
On our guided hikes on Tuesdays and Thursdays with a selected guide, a taxi will take you to the edge of the forest. The advantage of this is that you can take your first steps in the cool of the forest and arrive at the alpine hut fit and alert, ready to take in the breathtaking views of over 30 three thousand-metre peaks.
Tuesday
GUIDED MOUNTAIN LOVERS TOUR
Mid-May to end of September 2023 - Piesendorf Niedernsill
This guided hike takes you to some of the peaks of the Kitzbühel Alps/Pingzauer Grasberge. A hiker's taxi will take you to the starting point of the tour, from where you can explore the flora and fauna of the mountain world.
| Meeting point | 9 am tourist office Piesendorf Niedernsill |
| Duration | approx. 5 hours (medium) |
| Charge | each person € 15.00 (taxi included) |
| with Fun+ Card | each person € 5.00 (taxi included) |
| Equipment | Drink, snack, sturdy shoes, rain protection & sticks |
| Registration | until noon the day before at the tourist office Niedernsill by phone +43 6548 8232 |
Wednesday
HERBAL HIKE
31st May to 13th September 2023 - Piesendorf
Connect with the plants and make healing products! Gather local wild herbs and medicinal plants on a leisurely walk and make a herbal oil, tincture or ointment.
| Meeting point | 9 am parking lot Walchen |
| Duration | approx. 2.5 hours |
| Charge | adult € 30.00 | child (8-15 years) € 16.00 | children up to 8 years free (€ 4.00 for materials if ypu want to make something yourself) |
| with Fun+ Card | adult € 15.00 | child (13-15 years) € 8.00 |
| Bonus | with the Fun+ Card: children up to 12 years free of charge! |
| Included in the price | Fabric herb collection bag, notebook with pen, materials and, of course, the homemade herbal product. |
| Registration | until 5 pm the day before at the tourist office Piesendorf by phone +43 6549 7239 |
Thursday
GUIDED NATURE DISCOVERY HIKE
Mid-May to end of September 2023 - Piesendorf Niedernsill
After the ascent in the hiking taxi, you will be accompanied by a hiking guide on a journey of discovery through the beauty of nature. During the guided hike you will learn interestings facts about the landscape and its minerals.
| Meeting point | 9 am tourist office Piesendorf Niedernsill |
| Duration | approx. 5 hours (medium) |
| Charge | each person € 15.00 (taxi included) |
| with Fun+ Card | each person € 5.00 (taxi included) |
| Equipment | Drink, snack, sturdy shoes, rain protection & sticks |
| Registration | until noon the day before at the tourist office Niedernsill by phone Tel. +43 6548 8232 |
Guided National Park ranger tours
Learn about the natural resources of the Hohe Tauern National Park and discover its unique flora and fauna. National Park ranger will guide you through the diversity of this unique high mountain landscape.
Meet a Ranger
Meet the people who protect our National Park and learn how you can preserve these treasures for future generations.
From July to September, you can meet and join National Park rangers in the valleys of the National Park.
Pinzgauer Spaziergang - mountain hiking trail
The Pinzgauer Spaziergang trail runs parallel to the Salzach valley at around 2,000 m above sea level along the Kitzbühel Alps/Pinzgau Grasberge and is considered a relaively easy, well-marked trail without any major technical difficulties. At around 25 km in length, the trail is not to be underestimated!
The trail starts on the Schmittenhöhe, Zell am See's local mountain, which is easily reached by the Schmittenhöhebahn/trassXpress. From there it heads west, following the ridge in places, but mostly just below it. Major climbs are rare, with most of the trail between 1,800 m and 2,000 m above sea level.
Shelter huts are located at several crossings and several variants also allow summit ascents, such as the
- Maurerkogel 2,074 m
- Zirmkogel 2,215 m
- Hochkogel 2,249 m
- Bärensteinkopf 2,225 m, ...
From the Bürglhütte hut at 1,699 m above sea level, the path leads down to Stuhlfelden.
Pinzgauer Marienweg
The entire Pinzgauer Marienweg trail is about 230 km long. There are no daily stages because each pilgrim walks at his or her own pace and needs time to rest or change the route.
Some of the paths lead through untouched nature, through meadows and forests, over hill and dale, through beautiful valleys, past shrines and chapels, streams and lakes. The route is rich in cultural and religious impressions.