Piesendorf & Niedernsill - where the magic of walking begins

Between the mighty peaks of the Hohe Tauern National Park and the gentle grass-covered mountains of the Kitzbühel Alps, also called the Pinzgau Grass Mountains, your hiking adventure begins in 3 dimensions. In Piesendorf and Niedernsill - certified hiking villages - walking becomes an experience that connects body, mind and soul. 

Discover quiet forests, blooming alpine pastures and rustic huts serving regional specialties. Feel freedom with every step, enjoy the peace of nature and take in views that fill you with wonder. From family-friendly themed trails and varied mountain paths to challenging summit tours - here you will find your perfect route. 

Explore our hiking world now and let the magic of walking inspire you. 

The stage for your perfect backdrop

An adventure for every level

Experience hiking in all its variety. Whether you prefer gentle valley paths, diverse mountain trails or the challenge of demanding summit tours - in these certified hiking villages you will find the perfect route. 

Illustration of a family hike with three trail stages | © TVB Piesendorf Niedernsill, Foto Harry Liebmann
  1. Dimension - up to 1,300 meters
    Easy walks across the valley floor and up to the tree line. From one-hour strolls to half-day hikes. Ideal for warming up and building stamina for the 2nd Dimension.   
  2. Dimension - up to 2,300 meters
    Full-day hikes through the Pinzgau Grass Mountains in the north and beyond the tree line of the Hohe Tauern in the south. A varied landscape to explore and prepare for the next level.  
  3. Dimension - up to 3,000 meters and beyond ...
    For experienced hikers with good fitness, sure-footedness and a head for heights in the Hohe Tauern. 

Hiking areas in the region

Hohe Tauern National Park

Mountain stream in Wildgerlostal, surrounded by rocks, lush nature and a glacier view.  | © Ferienregion Nationalpark Hohe Tauern, Foto Daniel Kogler

Hohe Tauern National Park

With beauty in the south

South of Piesendorf and Niedernsill rises the impressive backdrop of the Hohe Tauern National Park - Europe's largest high-alpine landscape. Glaciers, thundering waterfalls and peaks over 3,000 metres give this mountain world its unique character. Hiking here means feeling the power of untouched nature - an experience that inspires awe and wonder. 
 

More about the National Park

Pinzgau Grass Mountains

Autumn alpine slope with lingonberry shrubs and ridge of the Pinzgau grass mountains, behind the Hohe Tauern.  | © TVB Piesendorf Niedernsill, Foto Brcina Photography

Pinzgau Grass Mountains

Gentle expanse in the north

North of Piesendorf and Niedernsill stretch the Pinzgau Grass Mountains, part of the Kitzbühel Alps. Gentle ridges, blooming alpine pastures and grass-covered summits create a panorama of calm and openness. Walking here brings a sense of lightness - a nature experience that soothes the soul and offers sweeping views of the Hohe Tauern. 


Our hiking treasures

"Every path tells its own story - choose the one that speaks to you today.

Whether easy, varied or challenging - here you will find the right tour for your personal hiking experience. Alone, with friends or with family: in Piesendorf and Niedernsill, a small adventure awaits everyone. 

Huts & alpine pastures - taste the mountains

Board with bacon, cheese, bread, pickles and tomatoes on wooden table | © TVB Piesendorf Niedernsill, Foto Harry Liebmann

After or during an eventful hike, a cosy stop awaits you. Our alpine pastures and huts treat you to regional specialities, warm hospitality and breathtaking views. 
 

Discover huts & alpine pastures

Close-up of mushrooms in alpine grass, with red berries and blurred plants in warm autumn light. | © TVB Piesendorf Niedernsill, Foto Brcina Photography

Hiking in every season

Whether blooming alpine pastures in spring, cool forests in summer or golden light in autumn - each season has its own charm. Let yourself be enchanted by the variety of our hiking region

"It is not only the colours that change - it is the mood, the light, the sound beneath your steps. A path you walk in spring feels completely different in autumn. Those who hike in every season discover that even the familiar can be new - and that nature never tells the same story twice." - Isonta, guardian of the mountains full of treasures

Austria's Hiking Villages

Austrian Hiking Seal of Quality for Hiking Villages | © Österreichs Wanderdörfer

Quality you can feel! 

Piesendorf and Niedernsill are part of Austria's certified hiking villages. For you, this means certified quality, genuine hospitality, unique nature experiences and unforgettable hikes. 
 

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Certified hiking-friendly accommodation

Flower-adorned farmhouse with wooden façade in lush greenery | © TVB Piesendorf Niedernsill, Foto Harry Liebmann

Hosts with hiking expertise

Our certified hiking hosts offer not only comfortable accommodation but also valuable tips, tour information and exclusive services for your hiking holiday. Simply perfect for your stay in the mountains
 

Find your hiking-friendly host


Hiking taxi - easy access to the mountains

Imposing view of the 3000 meters peaks of the Hohe Tauern | © TVB Piesendorf Niedernsill, Foto Harry Liebmann

Relaxed start, sustainable travel!

Our hiking taxi takes you conveniently to the most beautiful starting points for your hikes - such as the Hochsonnbergalm in Piesendorf and the Schaunbergalm in Niedernsill. This way you save the climb and begin your mountain tour in comfort. 
 

More about the hiking taxi from Eurotaxi


Well prepared for every mountain adventure

Illustration with cow, calf, hikers and respect signs in nature | © TVB Piesendorf Niedernsill, Foto Lichtfarben KI

With care and good preparation

The right equipment makes your hike safer and more enjoyable. Consideration and respect are the foundation for living in harmony with nature. 
 

Tour planning & safe behaviour


Hiking trail signposting system

Stone with red-white-red trail marking, surrounded by grass and shrubs in the autumn colors of the Alps.  | © TVB Piesendorf Niedernsill, Foto Brcina Photography

Always on the right path

Clear signposts (yellow signs) and well-marked trails guide you reliably through our mountain world. Whether in the valley or on the summit - the uniform system always shows you the right way. 
 

More about the signposting system