Why go to the Kaiserbachtal in winter? We can think of many reasons, but unfortunately we can't list them now. We are too overwhelmed by the view of the Totenkirchl and are just taking off our snowshoes because the 4 Edelweiss gourmet menu is about to be served.
This easy winter hike starts at the Kaiserbachtal parking lot. From there, you hike along the rushing Kaisertalbach stream into the valley - with snowshoes if there is snow. The view of the barren, snow-covered peaks of the Kaiser mountains is breathtaking. It is worth making a detour to the chapel commemorating the mountain dead before continuing into the narrowing valley past snow-covered mountain huts and hunting lodges. At the end of the valley, you can fortify yourself with Tyrolean delicacies at the Griesneralm. Or hike back to the Fischbachalm, which has been awarded 4 Edelweiss by Falstaff.
The Kaiserbachtal valley and the Wilder Kaiser have captivated people for centuries. The small side valley is part of the Kaiser Mountains nature reserve. Countless legends surround the mighty mountain range.
You start at the Kaiserbachtal car park in the Kirchdorf district of Griesenau. From there, you hike along the winter hiking trail into the Kaiserbachtal valley. The view of the imposing snow-covered peaks of the Kaiser is well worth it! Very close to the Fischbachalm is the chapel in memory of those who died on the Wilder Kaiser.
The hike takes you further into the valley, past snow-covered mountain huts and hunting lodges, to the Griesner Alm. You hike back along the same route.
Bus: Line 4000 stop Kirchdorf in Tirol Griesenau, Okto hiking bus 5 stop Kaiserbachtal parking lot
In the summer months, take the Okto hiking bus to the Kaiserbachtal car park stop in comfort and free of charge.
All journey times for public transport in the St. Johann in Tirol region can be found here: kitzalps.cc/mobile
Public car park: Kirchdorf toll station Kaiserbachtal (Kaiserbachtal 1a, chargeable, multi-day car park);
Der Fleischbank und dem Totenkirchl zu Füßen
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