Walking Holidays in Austria

The Sigmund-Thun Gorge is a natural wonder just outside Kaprun. We start with a walk through the gorge, up 263 steps along well secured wooden walkways that cling to the rock walls. The narrow gorge opens up and we come to the crystal-clear, turquoise glimmering water of Klammsee. This is one of the most beautiful lakes with its mountain backdrop. After break at the Klammseestüberl we continue along the river Kapruner Ache to the impressive Kessefall gorge.

• Grade: easy (basic fitness and sure-footedness required)
• Distance: 7km
• Walking time: approx. 4 hours
• Ascent/descent: 250m ascent
• Terrain: mainly mountain path, wooden path/steps (can be quite uneven and steep in places)
• Useful information: there will be a lunch stop at the Klamseestüberl (payable locally). This walk requires the use of bus number 660 (free for everyone), then entry to the Sigmund Thun Klamm (included for guests with the Zell am See Summer Card, payable locally for others).

In Summer 27, this walk will run every Tuesday from 25 May - 7 Sep.

It's all about the views on this walk - from the top of the Elfer lift, the Panorama Trail offers an insight into the rich flora and geology of the Pinnistal, a southern side valley of the Stubai Valley. Two types of rock come together here so the geology is interesting and we're likely to see chamois, maybe hear a whistle or two from the local marmots too. On route, enjoy lunch at the Karalm (payable locally) where the mountain views make the traditional food taste even better.

• Grade: moderate
• Distance: 10km
• Walking time: approx. 4 hours
• Ascent/Descent: 620m
• Terrain: dirt tracks, natural trails
• Useful information: There will be a stop for lunch (payable locally)

In Summer 27, this walk will run on: 22 Jun, 13 Jul, 3 Aug and 24 Aug

Experience summer on the iconic Streif - one of the most challenging downhill ski runs on the World Cup Ski Calendar. On this walk, you'll enjoy some beautiful views over Kitzbühel towards the Wilder Kaiser mountains, as well as seeing some of the famous sections of the ski run including the finishing jump. You'll pass some picturesque traditional farms along the way too, and lunch is at the Seidlalm which offers spectacular views.

• Grade: moderate (basic fitness and sure-footedness required)
• Distance: 9.5km
• Walking time: approx. 5 hours
• Ascent/Descent: 625m
• Terrain: Forest tracks, natural trails
• Useful information: There will be a stop at the Seidlalm (lunch not included)

In Summer 27, this walk will run on: 8 Jun, 29 Jun, 20 Jul, 10 Aug and 31 Aug